BackpackLink vs Voyafi eSIM
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
Voyafi eSIM
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Stay connected the moment you land — without the roaming bill. Voyafi is a travel eSIM app — a virtual SIM card that gives your phone mobile data in 180+ countries. There's no physical SIM card to swap, no airport kiosk to find, and no surprise charges when you get home. You buy a plan, tap once, and your phone is online. WHY TRAVELERS SWITCH TO AN eSIM International roaming from your home carrier can cost more per day than your hotel breakfast. A local prepaid SIM means finding a store, showing ID, and losing your regular number. An eSIM is the alternative: it downloads directly to your phone, sits alongside your existing SIM, and activates only where you need it. Your normal number keeps receiving calls and texts. HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick your destination — search any country, or choose a regional plan that covers a whole continent on one package. 2. Choose a plan that fits your trip — from a single day up to a full year. 3. Pay with Apple Pay, card or PayPal right inside the app, then install with one tap. No QR code to scan, no settings to dig through. We open your phone's eSIM setup for you. WHAT YOU GET • Coverage in 180+ countries and regional bundles for multi-country trips • Plans from a single day up to a full year, sized from light browsing to heavy use • One-tap installation — we handle the setup screen for you • Live data usage and days remaining, so you're never guessing • On supported plans, add more data or days to the same eSIM later, no reinstall • Prices in your local currency in many countries • Voya, our AI assistant, helps with setup and choosing a plan, 24/7 • Keep your home number active for calls and texts while you travel • Share your data as a Wi-Fi hotspot on plans that allow it • Clear pricing with no hidden fees — the price you see is the price you pay • Device check before you buy, so you know whether your phone supports eSIM WHO IT'S FOR Business travelers who can't afford to be offline. Backpackers crossing borders weekly. Families who want maps and messaging to just work. Digital nomads who need a reliable data plan without a local contract. BEFORE YOU BUY Your phone must support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked. Voyafi checks your device automatically and tells you before you pay. These are data-only plans — they provide mobile internet, not a local phone number for voice calls. Questions? We're at support@voyafi.app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: BackpackLink at 13.0 against Voyafi eSIM's 16.4. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | BackpackLink | Voyafi eSIM |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 71 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Didarul Islam | Tunay Batuhan CELIK |
In-app purchases
BackpackLink
No in-app purchases
Voyafi eSIM
No in-app purchases









