e vs SoloSim
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
e
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Travel eSIMs for 150+ countries and regions. Instant activation. Transparent pricing. No contracts, no roaming bill, no SIM swap. e-eSIM delivers premium 4G, LTE and 5G data on trusted local networks — wherever you land. Stay online, always Even when your data allowance runs out, you stay connected — just at a slower speed, never fully offline. Features - Delivery in seconds, with a one-tap install link and QR code - Plans for every trip: Daily Surf, Trip Surf, and All You Can Surf - Premium 4G, LTE and 5G on trusted local networks - Works on all eSIM-compatible iPhones and iPads - Live usage dashboard — data and days remaining, updated in almost real time - Widgets for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Vision Pro, plus an Apple Watch app - Pay your way — Apple Pay, cards and 20+ more, in 50+ currencies - Esaia.AI, your built-in assistant, here to help anytime How it works 1. Pick your destination 2. Buy and install 3. Turn on data roaming You're online before you land. e-eSIM for travelers.
SoloSim
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SoloSim — Instant eSIM data plans for 190+ countries Traveling shouldn't mean hunting for SIM cards at airport kiosks or coming home to a shocking roaming bill. SoloSim gets you online in minutes: pick your destination, choose a data plan, and activate your eSIM with a single QR scan — before you even board the plane. GET CONNECTED IN MINUTES • Browse affordable data plans for 190+ countries and regions • Buy in seconds with secure in-app payment • Receive your eSIM instantly — no shipping, no store visits • Scan the QR code and follow the simple install steps • Land with data already working PLANS FOR EVERY TRIP • Country plans — the best value for a single destination • Regional plans — one eSIM covering Europe, Asia, and more, perfect for multi-country trips • Global plans — stay connected wherever your journey takes you • Multiple data tiers so you only pay for what you need STAY IN CONTROL • Track your data usage in real time from the My eSIMs tab • Running low? Top up your existing eSIM in a couple of taps — no new plan needed • Full purchase history and receipts in your account • Get notified before your data runs out KEEP YOUR NUMBER Your eSIM works alongside your physical SIM. Keep your home number active for calls and messages while all your data runs through SoloSim — no more SIM swapping, no risk of losing your primary SIM abroad. WHY TRAVELERS CHOOSE SOLOSIM • No roaming fees — pay a fair, fixed price upfront • No contracts, no subscriptions, no hidden costs • Instant delivery, 24/7 — buy at 2 a.m. from the departure lounge if you need to • Built-in device compatibility check so you know your phone works before you buy • Available in 33 languages • Sign in securely with Apple or Google HOW IT WORKS 1. Check your device is eSIM-compatible (takes 10 seconds in the app) 2. Choose your destination and data plan 3. Pay securely 4. Scan the QR code to install your eSIM 5. Turn it on when you arrive — you're connected IS MY PHONE COMPATIBLE? Most recent iPhones (iPhone XS and later) support eSIM. SoloSim includes a built-in compatibility checker, so you'll know for sure before spending a cent. Your device must be carrier-unlocked to use an eSIM. PERFECT FOR • Vacations and city breaks • Business travel • Digital nomads and remote workers • Backpackers crossing multiple borders • Students abroad • Cruises and long layovers Stop overpaying for roaming. Stop wasting the first hours of your trip in a phone shop queue. Download SoloSim, and make getting connected the easiest part of traveling. Questions? Our support team is ready to help right from the Help section in the app.
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Verdict
e and SoloSim are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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 | e | SoloSim |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 51 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ibipoint ltd | ANDREA NURCE |
In-app purchases
e
No in-app purchases
SoloSim
No in-app purchases









