Comparison

BaxSim vs BackpackLink

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

Head to head
About

BaxSim

Features
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BaxSim gives you instant mobile data for travel—without physical SIM cards, roaming stress, or surprise charges. Install your eSIM in minutes, choose a data plan for your destination, and stay connected from the moment you land. Whether you’re traveling for business, exploring new cities, or crossing multiple countries, BaxSim keeps you online for maps, rides, bookings, messaging, and work. WHY BAXSIM - Instant eSIM setup in a few taps - Local, regional, and global data plans - Fast top-ups when you need more data - Real-time usage tracking and plan management - Secure checkout and simple account controls - In-app support when you need help HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose your destination and plan 2. Install your eSIM instantly 3. Activate before your trip to connect automatically when you arrive. Stay connected and top up anytime Skip SIM swaps and avoid expensive roaming charges. BaxSim makes travel connectivity simple, fast, and reliable. Download BaxSim and travel connected with confidence.

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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.

Screenshots

BaxSim4 screens
BackpackLink4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: BaxSim at 4 against BackpackLink's 2. BackpackLink's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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
BaxSim versus BackpackLink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBaxSimBackpackLink
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBAXPAYDidarul Islam

In-app purchases

None

BaxSim

No in-app purchases

None

BackpackLink

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BaxSim free?
BaxSim is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BackpackLink free?
BackpackLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BaxSim or BackpackLink have ads?
Neither BaxSim nor BackpackLink shows ads.

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