Comparison

ArriveSim vs Roamavia

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

Head to head
About

ArriveSim

Get affordable mobile data in over 190 countries with this app. Purchase an eSIM in seconds without needing a physical SIM card, avoiding expensive roaming charges and contracts. Stay connected instantly upon arrival.

Highlights
  • Instant eSIM activation
  • Data for 190+ countries
  • Transparent prepaid pricing
  • Top up and manage eSIMs
  • Keep primary number
  • Secure payment
Features
Read full description

ArriveSim is the easy way to stay online while you travel. Buy an eSIM in seconds and get affordable mobile data in 190+ countries — no physical SIM card, no expensive roaming, no contracts. WHY ARRIVESIM • Instant eSIM — activate in minutes, right from your phone • 190+ countries and regions covered • Transparent prepaid pricing — pay only for the data you need • Top up anytime, manage all your eSIMs in one place • Keep your primary number while you travel HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose your destination 2. Pay securely 3. Install the eSIM and connect on arrival Travel light, land connected. Download ArriveSim before your next trip.

About

Roamavia

Features
Read full description

Stay connected abroad with Roamavia — choose the option that suits your trip. ROAMAVIA GLOBAL • Keep one reusable eSIM for frequent travel • Add credit when you need it, with no expiry • Pay only for the mobile data you use • Compare supported networks and find the best available rate FIXED & UNLIMITED PLANS • Choose a destination, data allowance and duration • See the compatible network before you travel • Install and manage your eSIM directly from your iPhone • View plan usage and remaining validity in the app EVERYTHING IN ONE PLACE • Check your balance, plans, purchases and rewards • Get arrival alerts and network guidance while travelling • Access support and connection troubleshooting whenever you need it Plan availability, coverage, speeds and rates vary by country, network and operator. Support: https://www.roamavia.com/support Privacy: https://www.roamavia.com/privacy

Screenshots

ArriveSim4 screens
Roamavia4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Roamavia at every 3 days against ArriveSim's weekly. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ArriveSim ships an update weekly, Roamavia every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
ArriveSim versus Roamavia: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArriveSimRoamavia
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB20 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperKonstantin ShvartsMax Pykett

In-app purchases

None

ArriveSim

No in-app purchases

None

Roamavia

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ArriveSim free?
ArriveSim is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Roamavia free?
Roamavia is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ArriveSim or Roamavia have ads?
Neither ArriveSim nor Roamavia shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ArriveSim or Roamavia?
ArriveSim ships an update weekly, and Roamavia every 3 days. Most recently, ArriveSim was updated on October 31, 2026 and Roamavia on October 31, 2026.

Other comparisons