Simnova vs Simvela
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Simnova
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Prepaid travel eSIMs for 200+ destinations. Land connected - no roaming bills, no SIM kiosks, no sketchy airport Wi-Fi. Simnova is a travel eSIM app with instant prepaid mobile data for destinations worldwide. Buy a data plan, install it in a couple of taps, and connect to fast 4G/5G local networks minutes after you land. NEW TO eSIM? IT'S EASIER THAN YOU THINK An eSIM is a digital SIM already built into your phone - no plastic card, no swapping, nothing to lose. You buy a data plan in the Simnova app, install it in about 2 minutes, and switch it on when you land. Your regular SIM stays right where it is. A PLAN FOR EVERY TRIP - Country eSIMs: affordable local rates for single destinations - Regional eSIMs: one install for your whole Europe, Asia, or Americas itinerary - Flexible data sizes: from a light weekend trip to heavy-use monthly packages Popular destinations: Japan, Thailand, Bali, Italy, France, Spain, Turkey, USA, UK, Vietnam, and many more worldwide. EARN ON EVERY TRIP Every purchase earns Nova credit, shown in your own currency. Apply it at checkout with one tap and watch the price drop - your next eSIM could even be free. HOW IT WORKS 1. Check your phone compatibility in the app 2. Pick your destination and travel data plan 3. Pay securely in the app 4. Install your eSIM instantly - do it at home before you fly 5. Turn it on when you land. That's it - you're online. Check your data balance anytime, top up in two taps, and keep every trip's eSIM organized in one place. TRAVEL WITHOUT SURPRISE BILLS Simnova eSIMs are data-only, and that's by design: your regular SIM stays in your phone and stays active - calls, texts, and banking 2FA codes keep working as normal - while all your internet runs through Simnova at transparent prepaid rates. Important tip: Set Mobile Data and Data Roaming to your Simnova eSIM only, so your home carrier can never sneak a roaming charge onto your bill. The app walks you through this setup step-by-step. WHY TRAVELERS CHOOSE SIMNOVA - Instant delivery: your eSIM arrives in seconds, 24/7 - Fast connections: 4G/5G local networks where available - Transparent prices: clear prepaid rates with zero hidden fees - Prepaid only: impossible to overspend - Automated device check: confirms phone compatibility before checkout WORKS ON YOUR PHONE? Simnova supports all eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked devices, including iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and most Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer. Note: Your device must be network-unlocked by your home carrier to use any travel eSIM. The app automatically verifies your device compatibility before purchase. QUICK ANSWERS Q: Can I use my normal SIM at the same time? A: Yes - most modern phones run dual SIMs simultaneously. Keep your home line active for calls and 2FA codes, and use Simnova for data. Q: Can I call and text with a Simnova eSIM? A: Simnova eSIMs are data-only - they don't include a phone number or traditional calls/SMS. WhatsApp, FaceTime, Messenger, Google Maps, and every app you use daily run seamlessly on data, while your home number stays active on your primary SIM. Q: When should I install my eSIM? A: Before you fly, while connected to Wi-Fi at home. Then simply switch the line on when you land. Whether you're a digital nomad, a family on holiday, a student abroad, or traveling on business - Simnova keeps you connected without the roaming bill. Travel internet made simple: download the Simnova eSIM app, choose a prepaid international data plan, install your travel eSIM in minutes, and stay online from the moment you land.
Simvela
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Simvela is a travel eSIM app. Buy a data plan for the country you are going to, install it in a couple of minutes, and be online the moment you land - no physical SIM, no roaming bill, no queue at the airport. HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose your destination 2. Pick a plan that fits your trip 3. Pay in the app and get your QR code 4. Scan it in your iPhone settings 5. Land, and you are already connected WHY SIMVELA - Plans by the day or by the month, so you pay only for the days you travel - The price you see before you buy is the price you pay - Keep your own number active for calls and messages - Check how much data is left at any moment - Add another plan to an eSIM you already installed, instead of installing a new one - Works on any eSIM-capable iPhone SUPPORT IN YOUR LANGUAGE Questions do not wait for office hours. The built-in AI assistant answers instantly, day or night, and replies in the language you write in. The app itself is available in 14 languages. BEFORE YOU BUY Your iPhone needs to support eSIM and must not be carrier-locked. A plan starts working when you arrive in the country it covers - until then your phone shows "No service", which is normal. Questions? Write to abishovazar@gmail.com and we will reply.
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The clearest difference is update cadence: Simvela at every 3 days against Simnova's every 6 days. 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.
Simnova ships an update every 6 days, Simvela every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Simnova | Simvela |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 81 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Venture Bytes Limited | AZAR ABISHOV |
In-app purchases
Simnova
No in-app purchases
Simvela
No in-app purchases









