Comparison

ESIMStore vs Vyroam

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ESIMStore

Features
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Stop paying $15/day for international roaming. ESIMStore gets you a travel data plan for any destination — bought online, installed in minutes, no physical SIM required. WHY ESIMSTORE • 200+ countries and regions covered, with both single-country and multi-region (Europe, Asia, Global) plans. • Install your plan instantly — tap once on your iPhone and the eSIM attaches itself; no QR camera dance, no settings nightmare. • Bought one for a friend? Forward the activation link or QR via iMessage, WhatsApp, email — they install it on their phone, no account needed on their side. • Top up an existing eSIM without changing your number, your plan, or reinstalling anything — top-ups attach instantly. • Track usage, days remaining, and expiry inside the app. Never get caught with a dead SIM mid-trip again. HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick a destination — type a country, browse by region, or grab a global multi-region plan. 2. Pick a data bucket — 1 GB, 5 GB, 10 GB or unlimited day passes. 3. Pay with card or Apple Pay through Airwallex's secure checkout. 4. Tap "Install on this iPhone" — done in under a minute. GREAT FOR • Holiday travel, business trips, working remotely abroad • Frequent multi-country travellers who don't want a stack of physical SIMs • Anyone who hates being charged $15/MB by their home carrier when they cross a border NEED HELP? Drop us a line at hello@esimstore.com.au and we'll sort you out before your flight. ESIMStore is operated by Chargewave Data Services Pty Ltd, Sydney, Australia.

About

Vyroam

Features
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Stay connected abroad without roaming surprises. Vyroam makes it easy to buy, install, and manage travel eSIMs for 200+ destinations—all in one app. Choose a data plan that fits your trip, follow the included installation instructions, and connect to a supported mobile network when you arrive. What is an eSIM? An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone. It works like a physical SIM card, but it can be installed digitally without visiting a store or swapping SIM cards. You can keep your regular SIM and phone number active for calls, texts, and verification codes while using Vyroam for mobile data. Charges from your home carrier may still apply. Why choose Vyroam • Travel eSIMs for 200+ destinations • Flexible local, regional, and global data plans • Fast digital delivery with no physical SIM card • Track remaining data and plan validity in the app • Top up compatible eSIMs without installing a new profile • Get 10% back as Vyroam travel credit on every purchase • Vyroam travel credit never expires • Get smart support with plan selection, installation, and troubleshooting How it works Choose your destination and data plan Purchase your eSIM and follow the included installation instructions Activate it according to the plan instructions and connect when you arrive Track your usage and add more data directly in the app Use data your way Use maps, messaging, rideshare apps, video calls, social media, translation tools, and work apps without relying on public Wi-Fi. Compatibility and important details Vyroam requires an unlocked, eSIM-compatible iPhone. Device compatibility, coverage, speeds, and network availability vary by model, destination, and carrier. Most Vyroam plans are data-only and do not include a phone number, voice calls, or SMS. Data roaming may need to be enabled on the Vyroam line. Always review the plan details and activation policy before purchasing. Travel light. Stay connected. Travel with Vyroam.

Screenshots

ESIMStore4 screens
Vyroam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ESIMStore at none against Vyroam's shown. ESIMStore also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.1). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
ESIMStore versus Vyroam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterESIMStoreVyroam
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.4 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChargewave Data Services Pty LtdNordevia AS

In-app purchases

None

ESIMStore

No in-app purchases

None

Vyroam

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ESIMStore free?
ESIMStore is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Vyroam free?
Vyroam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ESIMStore or Vyroam have ads?
Vyroam shows ads; ESIMStore does not.

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