ZERO eSIM vs Welcome mate
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ZERO eSIM
Stay connected globally with affordable eSIM data plans and a fast VPN. Access over 180 countries for seamless internet access, providing a familiar online experience wherever you travel.
- Affordable eSIM data roaming
- Lightning-fast VPN
- 180+ country coverage
- Global internet access
- Home-like internet comfort
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Zero gives you mobile data when you travel, without swapping SIM cards or paying roaming fees. Open the app, choose a country or region, buy a plan, and install your eSIM. You’re online when you land. • Plans for destinations worldwide • Quick setup on your phone • See your remaining data clearly • Keep your normal number for calls and texts Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://zeroesim.com/privacy
Welcome mate
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Welcome Mate is a smart companion for international students and newcomers moving to a new country. The app offers practical guides, essential information, and a chatbot to help you navigate everyday situations when settling abroad. Inside the app you’ll find: Practical guides about living in a new country. 'English Everyday' section designed to tackle the unique language and urban culture. Tips for international students and newcomers. A chatbot that answers common questions. Helpful resources to make your transition easier. Welcome Mate is designed to support people taking their first steps in a new place. Starting with Australia, with more countries coming soon as the app grows.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Welcome mate at none against ZERO eSIM's 4. Welcome mate also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 10 days). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. ZERO eSIM sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Welcome mate asks for nothing beyond the download.
ZERO eSIM ships an update every 10 days, Welcome mate every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ZERO eSIM | Welcome mate |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (106 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 58.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 106 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 194 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Zero Global Limited | Claudia Rodriguez |
In-app purchases
ZERO eSIM
- Weekly Zero3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Monthly Zero$5.991 Month
- 3 Months Zero$12.993 Months
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- Yearly Zero3 Days trial$39.991 Year
Welcome mate
No in-app purchases
