eSimJourney vs BackpackLink
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
eSimJourney
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Travel always connected with eSimJourney, your mobile data solution for more than 150 countries and regions worldwide. No surprise bills, no swapping your physical SIM, and no hassle! How does it work? Choose your destination, select the data plan you need, and receive your eSIM instantly in the APP or to your email. Just tap the install button or scan the QR code with your compatible device and in less than 2 minutes you'll be connected to the best local networks at your destination. Why eSimJourney? • Coverage in 150+ countries and regions • Instant activation in under 2 minutes • Low rates with no roaming charges • Connected to global tier 1 operators (Vodafone, T-Mobile, Orange and more) • Hotspot and tethering supported • No prior web registration, no contracts • 100% digital solution: no plastic, no CO₂ emissions • 24/7 customer support Keep your original number The eSIM works alongside your physical SIM. You can keep using your regular number for calls and SMS while browsing at local rates at your destination.
BackpackLink
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Land, scan, get online. BackpackLink gives you instant mobile data in 200+ countries — no roaming bills, no queuing for a local SIM, and no swapping the tiny tray card you'll inevitably lose. Buy an eSIM before you fly, scan the QR code, and you're connected the moment you land. WHY TRAVELLERS USE BACKPACKLINK • Instant delivery — your eSIM appears in your account seconds after payment. • 200+ destinations — country, regional and worldwide plans in one place. • Keep your number — your eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so calls and texts still reach you. • No roaming shock — transparent prepaid pricing, paid once, up front. • Hotspot ready — tether your laptop and travel companions on most plans. • Up to 5G — full speed wherever the local network supports it. • Top up anytime — running low? Add data to the same eSIM in a couple of taps. HOW IT WORKS 1. Search your destination and pick the data, validity and speed that suit your trip. 2. Pay securely by card. 3. Scan the QR code from your account, and you're online. TRACK YOUR DATA See exactly how much data is left on each eSIM, check coverage before you travel, and keep every order and QR code in one place. HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT Chat with our support team from inside the app, browse install guides and troubleshooting, and read tips from other travellers. REQUIREMENTS An eSIM-capable, carrier-unlocked iPhone. Plans are data-only unless the plan says otherwise. BackpackLink is a reseller of global eSIM connectivity. Coverage and speeds depend on our local network partners in each destination.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: BackpackLink at 13.0 against eSimJourney's 15.1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | eSimJourney | BackpackLink |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Vicmira Solution LLC | Didarul Islam |
In-app purchases
eSimJourney
No in-app purchases
BackpackLink
No in-app purchases








