Comparison

Doft eSIM vs ElloSim

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

Head to head
About

Doft eSIM

Features
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Doft eSIM keeps you connected the moment you land. Buy a travel data plan for 200+ destinations, install it in seconds with a QR code, and skip expensive roaming. WHY DOFT eSIM - 200+ countries and regions in one app - Instant delivery: your eSIM arrives by email and in the app right after purchase - Easy install: scan the QR code or tap to activate - Clear, upfront prices in USD, no hidden fees and no contracts - Keep your number: use your home SIM for calls, Doft for data - Works on any eSIM-capable iPhone HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose your destination and a data plan 2. Pay securely with your card 3. Get your eSIM instantly and scan the QR to install 4. Turn on data roaming for the Doft line and you are online MANAGE EVERYTHING IN THE APP - Track data usage in real time - View your QR code and install guide any time - Resend your eSIM to your email - 24/7 in-app support Travel light and stay connected. Download Doft eSIM before your next trip. Doft eSIM is a data-only service and does not include calls or SMS. Payments are processed securely.

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ElloSim

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Stay connected the moment you land. ElloSim gives you mobile data in 200+ countries without roaming charges, without hunting for a local SIM shop, and without swapping the SIM card that holds your normal number. Buy a plan, install it in seconds, and switch it on when you arrive. HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose your destination and the plan you need 2. Pay securely by card, Apple Pay or ElloCredit 3. Install your eSIM — one tap on iPhone, or scan the QR code 4. Turn it on when you land Your normal number stays active, so WhatsApp, iMessage and FaceTime keep working exactly as they do at home. EARN WHILE YOU TRAVEL - Cashback. Earn ElloCredit back on every eSIM you buy and spend it on your next trip. - Deposit bonus. Top up your ElloCredit wallet and get extra credit added on top. - Refer a friend. Share your link — when a friend makes their first purchase, you both earn ElloCredit. WHY TRAVELLERS CHOOSE ELLOSIM - No roaming bills. Know what you're paying before you travel, with plans from $1.99. - Nothing to collect or return. No airport counters, no pocket WiFi to charge every night and hand back on departure day. - No paperwork. Many countries require passport or ID registration for a local SIM. An eSIM skips that entirely. - Keep your number. Your physical SIM stays in place. Calls and texts to your usual number still arrive. - Share your connection. Plans support hotspot, so your laptop or a travelling companion can use it too. - Top up without reinstalling. Running low? Add more data to the same eSIM from My eSIMs. WHERE IT WORKS 200+ individual countries, plus 20 regional and global plans covering Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas and multi-country travel. Popular destinations include Japan, Thailand, Turkey, the UAE, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia and Vietnam. PLANS TO SUIT THE TRIP - Fixed data from 1 GB for a short city break up to 100 GB for a long stay or remote work. - Unlimited daily data plans for when you don't want to count gigabytes. - Europe and Global plans that include calls and SMS as well as data. - Durations from 1 day to 6 months. Pick what fits and pay once — no subscription, no auto-renewal, no surprise charges. MANAGE EVERYTHING IN THE APP - See all your eSIMs in one place with status and data remaining - View your QR codes and installation details - Top up an existing plan or buy it again - Check your ElloCredit balance, cashback and referral earnings - Access your order history and receipts BEFORE YOU BUY Your iPhone must be eSIM compatible and carrier unlocked. Most iPhone models from XR and XS onwards support eSIM. The app checks your device for you. Most plans are data only and do not include a local phone number — your existing number continues to handle calls and texts. Plans that include calls and SMS say so on the plan. SUPPORT Questions before or during your trip? Chat with us from Help & support in the app, or email support@ellosim.com — a person will answer. ElloSim is operated by EMAM MEDIA LTD, registered in England and Wales.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Doft eSIM at 13.0 against ElloSim's 15.1. 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Doft eSIM versus ElloSim: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDoft eSIMElloSim
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPLACE STARS, Inc.EMAM MEDIA LTD

In-app purchases

None

Doft eSIM

No in-app purchases

None

ElloSim

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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