SimWise vs Boring eSIM
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SimWise
Easily find, purchase, and manage global eSIM plans for travel and daily use. Avoid roaming charges and stay connected with flexible data options from trusted providers. Get instant activation and manage all your plans in one convenient app.
- Search eSIM plans by country/region
- Compare data, validity, and coverage
- Secure in-app checkout
- Instant eSIM activation
- Manage all eSIMs in one place
- Track data usage
- Top up supported plans
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SimWise makes global connectivity simple with fast, flexible eSIM plans for travel and everyday use. Find the right plan in seconds: - Search by country or region - Compare data, validity, and coverage - Pick from trusted providers and clear pricing Buy and activate with confidence: - Secure in-app checkout - Instant eSIM details after purchase - Install by QR code, manual setup, or direct device install on supported devices Manage everything in one place: - View all your eSIMs in My SIMs - Track plan status and data usage - See plan details, activation info, and support guidance - Top up supported plans when needed Why travelers choose SimWise: - No physical SIM swapping - Avoid expensive roaming surprises - Stay connected across destinations - Clean, simple experience from purchase to activation Need help? Our support resources are available in-app, including troubleshooting steps and quick access to assistance. Before you buy: - Ensure your device supports eSIM - Check destination/network coverage and plan validity - Keep internet access available for installation Download SimWise and stay connected wherever you go.
Boring eSIM
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eSIMs should be boring. You buy one, it works, you get on with your trip. Pick a country, pick your dates, pay. Installing takes about a minute. The plan starts by itself when you land, so you leave the airport already online. Unlimited data in 190+ destinations Install in one tap, no plastic SIM, no shop Starts when you arrive, not when you buy Keep your own number for calls and texts Add days without reinstalling anything You get unlimited data for every day on your plan, on local partner networks. Your eSIM and a backup of the install codes are emailed to you when you buy. Built by Boring Esim Ltd in the United Kingdom.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Boring eSIM at none against SimWise's 10. Boring eSIM also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs fortnightly). SimWise's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price and ads 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. SimWise sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Boring eSIM asks for nothing beyond the download.
SimWise ships an update fortnightly, Boring eSIM every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.
| Parameter | SimWise | Boring eSIM |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 65 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SimWise | Boring Esim Ltd |
In-app purchases
SimWise
- eSIM Credit $34.49$34.49
- eSIM Credit $35.49$35.49
- eSIM Credit $36.49$36.49
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- eSIM Credit $37.49$37.49
- eSIM Credit $39.49$39.49
- eSIM Credit $40.49$40.49
- eSIM Credit $41.49$41.49
- eSIM Credit $42.49$42.49
- eSIM Credit $43.49$43.49
- eSIM Credit $44.49$44.49
Boring eSIM
No in-app purchases
