eSIM NAVI vs KeepSim
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
eSIM NAVI
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eSIM NAVI is a free guide app that helps you set up an eSIM you've already purchased on your iPhone — in just a few taps. KEY FEATURES QR scan auto-launches iPhone's eSIM setup Just scan the QR code from your purchase email. No typing activation codes, no jumping between apps — your iPhone's "Add eSIM" screen opens for you. 18 illustrated setup guides Step-by-step guides for iPhone and Android (multiple manufacturers), plus common troubleshooting and error-message references — all written for non-technical users. Japanese & English Choose your language at first launch or switch anytime. Built for travelers and international users. Built-in chat support Stuck on a step? The in-app assistant answers your questions instantly. Fallback for older devices On older iOS versions or custom Android devices where auto-launch isn't available, the app shows a manual setup screen with copy-ready codes. This app does NOT sell or issue eSIM plans. It is a setup-assistance tool for users who have already received a QR code or activation code (typically by email after purchasing an eSIM from another service). REQUIREMENTS - iOS 15.1 or later - An eSIM-capable iPhone (iPhone XR / XS or newer) - iOS 17.4+ for full auto-launch support CONTACT support@esimnavi.info
KeepSim
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KeepSim helps you keep every important SIM, eSIM, and virtual phone number alive — a local-first tracker for numbers you can't afford to lose. Some numbers matter long after you stop using them daily — a 2FA SIM, a prepaid travel line, a backup work number, a virtual line you can't lose. Miss the keep-alive window once and reactivation becomes a multi-step headache. KeepSim puts every number in one panel so you see what needs attention before it's gone. HOW KEEPSIM HELPS YOU KEEP EVERY SIM ALIVE > One-tap actions you set up once Pre-configure SMS, call, or web actions per number. When a renewal window opens, launch from detail or a widget — iOS confirms before anything sends. > Home Screen + Lock Screen widgets, every size Home Screen small / medium / large, plus Lock Screen rectangular / circular / inline. Top-N at-risk numbers visible at a glance; tap to jump straight to that number — no "open the app first" step. Widgets refresh after every keep-alive. > The app icon itself changes (Pro) 5 dynamic app icon styles (Poker, Calendar, Solari, LCD, Classic SIM). The KeepSim icon on your Home Screen — not a widget — shows days left for your most urgent number. Glance and you know whether to act. > Mark a keep-alive complete in one tap After the SMS sends or the call ends, mark it done. KeepSim recalculates the next due date and refreshes widgets and app icon. > Masked display across every surface Numbers display partially masked across the list, detail, and widgets. Check status in public without exposing the full number. > Local-first, no number reselling, no auto-messaging Your data lives on your device, or in your own private iCloud account if you enable Pro sync. Every communication action goes through iOS so you confirm before sending. KeepSim never auto-sends SMS or auto-dials. BUILT FOR MULTI-NUMBER USERS • Track every SIM, eSIM, prepaid line, and virtual number in one panel • Set keep-alive cycles, due dates, and reminder timing • Sort by risk — the most urgent number is always on top • Interface in English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and more; light and dark mode WHAT YOU GET FREE Download and use, no sign-up, no contact list access: • Up to 2 numbers • Default Kairo SIM Objects theme (light / dark / Dynamic Type) • Reminder 3 days before due • 1 basic action per number (SMS / call / web) • All Home Screen + Lock Screen widget sizes • Masked display and local storage KEEPSIM PRO — ONE-TIME UNLOCK If you manage more than a couple of numbers, Pro covers the real workload: • Unlimited numbers — track as many as you carry • Multi-stage reminders — 7 days, 3 days, and 1 day before due • All themes — Mission Timer Cards, Aero Operations Ledger, Telecom Command Console, and more, syncing across app and widgets • 5 dynamic app icons — Poker, Calendar, Solari, LCD, Classic SIM. The KeepSim icon shows days left for your most urgent number, refreshing after each keep-alive • iCloud sync — keep your numbers consistent across iPhones and iPads via your own iCloud; KeepSim's servers never see your data One-time purchase. Restore Purchases works on new devices. No subscription, no auto-renewal. WHAT KEEPSIM DOESN'T DO Clear boundaries, no surprises: • We don't sell or trade phone numbers • We don't provide carrier service or manage your carrier account • We don't auto-send SMS or auto-dial — every action requires your confirmation through iOS • We don't upload your numbers to our servers; data lives on your device or your private iCloud • We don't track you, we don't include ad SDKs, we don't read your contacts WHO KEEPSIM IS FOR • Students abroad and people working across borders • People holding on to a home-country SIM, a travel eSIM, or a prepaid line they can't afford to lose • Multi-line workers juggling work, backup, and virtual numbers • Anyone with a 2FA-only number that must stay alive Keep every number alive before it slips off your radar.
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The clearest difference is in-app purchases: eSIM NAVI at none against KeepSim's 1. eSIM NAVI also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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. KeepSim sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. eSIM NAVI asks for nothing beyond the download.
eSIM NAVI ships an update daily, KeepSim every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | eSIM NAVI | KeepSim |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Daily — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lucci Inc | 洋 闵 |
In-app purchases
eSIM NAVI
No in-app purchases
KeepSim
- KeepSim Pro$4.99









