CheapereSIM vs Simnova
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CheapereSIM
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CheapereSIM is the fastest way to get mobile data the moment you land. Browse eSIM plans for 200+ countries, buy in seconds, and install in one tap - no SIM card, no airport queue, no roaming bill surprises. WHY TRAVELERS CHOOSE CHEAPERESIM • Instant delivery. Your eSIM is provisioned in 10–30 seconds after checkout. • One-tap install on iPhone. Tap "Install eSIM" and iOS opens the setup flow with your plan pre-filled. • Transparent pricing. See the exact GB, days, and cost before you buy — no hidden fees, no contracts. • Keep your home number. eSIM sits alongside your primary SIM for calls and iMessage. • Global eSIM option. One plan that works across 100+ countries — perfect for multi-country trips. 200+ DESTINATIONS From Japan to Spain, Mexico to Thailand, Kenya to Iceland — if there's cellular data there, there's a CheapereSIM plan for it. Search by country, filter by data size, duration, or price. TRACK YOUR DATA IN REAL TIME Every eSIM shows live remaining data, days left, and a usage ring. Pull to refresh for an instant sync with the network. When you're running low, top up from the same screen. BUILT FOR THE WAY YOU TRAVEL • Short trips: 1 GB / 7 days plans start from a few dollars. • Digital nomads: 20 GB and unlimited plans for weeks away. • Business travel: expense-friendly receipts emailed after every purchase. • Cruises and road trips: pick a regional plan that follows you between countries. WORKS WITH eSIM-compatible iPhone XS and later and iPad with cellular. Check compatibility from the in-app menu. PRIVACY FIRST No ads, no trackers that sell your data. Anonymous crash and usage analytics only. Your payment details never touch our servers — checkout runs inside your app's WebView and is handled by Paddle. HOW IT WORKS 1. Browse destinations and pick a plan that matches your trip. 2. Sign in with Apple, Google, or email. 3. Pay securely with Apple Pay, Google Pay, or card — checkout happens in-app. 4. Your eSIM arrives in seconds. Tap "Install eSIM" and follow the iOS setup prompts. 5. Land, enable data roaming on the new line — you're online. SUPPORT WHEN YOU NEED IT Email support@cheaperesim.com or tap Help in the app. We reply fast, in your time zone. Start your trip connected. Download CheapereSIM and get data anywhere you go.
Simnova
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Prepaid travel eSIMs for 200+ destinations. Land connected - no roaming bills, no SIM kiosks, no sketchy airport Wi-Fi. Simnova is a travel eSIM app with instant prepaid mobile data for destinations worldwide. Buy a data plan, install it in a couple of taps, and connect to fast 4G/5G local networks minutes after you land. NEW TO eSIM? IT'S EASIER THAN YOU THINK An eSIM is a digital SIM already built into your phone - no plastic card, no swapping, nothing to lose. You buy a data plan in the Simnova app, install it in about 2 minutes, and switch it on when you land. Your regular SIM stays right where it is. A PLAN FOR EVERY TRIP - Country eSIMs: affordable local rates for single destinations - Regional eSIMs: one install for your whole Europe, Asia, or Americas itinerary - Flexible data sizes: from a light weekend trip to heavy-use monthly packages Popular destinations: Japan, Thailand, Bali, Italy, France, Spain, Turkey, USA, UK, Vietnam, and many more worldwide. EARN ON EVERY TRIP Every purchase earns Nova credit, shown in your own currency. Apply it at checkout with one tap and watch the price drop - your next eSIM could even be free. HOW IT WORKS 1. Check your phone compatibility in the app 2. Pick your destination and travel data plan 3. Pay securely in the app 4. Install your eSIM instantly - do it at home before you fly 5. Turn it on when you land. That's it - you're online. Check your data balance anytime, top up in two taps, and keep every trip's eSIM organized in one place. TRAVEL WITHOUT SURPRISE BILLS Simnova eSIMs are data-only, and that's by design: your regular SIM stays in your phone and stays active - calls, texts, and banking 2FA codes keep working as normal - while all your internet runs through Simnova at transparent prepaid rates. Important tip: Set Mobile Data and Data Roaming to your Simnova eSIM only, so your home carrier can never sneak a roaming charge onto your bill. The app walks you through this setup step-by-step. WHY TRAVELERS CHOOSE SIMNOVA - Instant delivery: your eSIM arrives in seconds, 24/7 - Fast connections: 4G/5G local networks where available - Transparent prices: clear prepaid rates with zero hidden fees - Prepaid only: impossible to overspend - Automated device check: confirms phone compatibility before checkout WORKS ON YOUR PHONE? Simnova supports all eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked devices, including iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and most Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer. Note: Your device must be network-unlocked by your home carrier to use any travel eSIM. The app automatically verifies your device compatibility before purchase. QUICK ANSWERS Q: Can I use my normal SIM at the same time? A: Yes - most modern phones run dual SIMs simultaneously. Keep your home line active for calls and 2FA codes, and use Simnova for data. Q: Can I call and text with a Simnova eSIM? A: Simnova eSIMs are data-only - they don't include a phone number or traditional calls/SMS. WhatsApp, FaceTime, Messenger, Google Maps, and every app you use daily run seamlessly on data, while your home number stays active on your primary SIM. Q: When should I install my eSIM? A: Before you fly, while connected to Wi-Fi at home. Then simply switch the line on when you land. Whether you're a digital nomad, a family on holiday, a student abroad, or traveling on business - Simnova keeps you connected without the roaming bill. Travel internet made simple: download the Simnova eSIM app, choose a prepaid international data plan, install your travel eSIM in minutes, and stay online from the moment you land.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: CheapereSIM at 3 against Simnova's 1. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | CheapereSIM | Simnova |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | — | Every 11 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 72 MB | 82 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | KAKHA GIORGASHVILI | Venture Bytes Limited |
In-app purchases
CheapereSIM
No in-app purchases
Simnova
No in-app purchases









