Roamless review for 2026: Is this travel eSIM worth it?

What is a Roamless eSIM?

Roamless is just the name of an eSIM provider, but what is an eSIM? In this context, an eSIM is a temporary mobile SIM profile downloaded directly to your device with no need for physical card swapping. Travelers use eSIM apps like Roamless to get online when they go to other countries. Whichever provider you choose in the end, an eSIM service will probably be one of the best travel apps you download for your next trip — it makes getting online easy and affordable.

What sets Roamless apart from other eSIM apps is flexibility. You can buy fixed data bundles for specific trips or use a pay-as-you-go option. With Roamless, pay-as-you-go data doesn’t expire, so if you don’t use it all on one trip, you can roll the data over to your next excursion. 

Another great feature is the single eSIM model. You download one Roamless eSIM, then add plans and data credits to it whenever you want. With other eSIM apps, you need to download a fresh eSIM each time you get a new plan, but that’s another area where Roamless stands out from the crowd.

With a score of 4.6 out of 5 on Trustpilot (as of January 15, 2026), Roamless can be considered a safe and reliable eSIM app. But is it the right one for you? Read on, as we cover the app and its features in depth. 

How does Roamless work?

Like most eSIM services, Roamless is an app. You can pick the plan you want through the company’s website, then download the Roamless app and set up your eSIM. Roamless users have two options for getting online — RoamlessFix and RoamlessFlex — which we’ll discuss in detail later on. Both rely on the same underlying eSIM technology, however.

Assuming you’ve already set up your eSIM, the plan you chose will activate when you arrive at your destination. The eSIM automatically connects you to local mobile networks, just like data roaming (but without the sky-high fees that roaming usually entails). You don’t need to remove your physical SIM card. The Roamless eSIM works alongside it, so there’s no need to swap small plastic cards.

Convenience is one of the biggest benefits of eSIM technology, and Roamless is no exception. But of course, like any eSIM app, Roamless isn’t perfect and comes with a mix of pros and cons.

Roamless pros and cons at a glance 

Let’s take a balanced look at the advantages and disadvantages faced by Roamless users. Some of these factors are common across most eSIM brands, while others are unique to Roamless — we’ll make it clearer which is which as we go down the list.

Pros ✓

Travelers tend to choose Roamless for these perks:

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  RoamlessFlex credits never expire — an unusual benefit in the eSIM space.

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  You can choose between pay-as-you-go and fixed plans (most eSIM services provide only fixed plans).

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  Setup is quick and easy, as is standard for eSIM apps.

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  Unusually, you only need to download the eSIM once — plans and credits are always added to the same eSIM.

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  Users can make phone calls through the app, which is a unique Roamless feature.

Cons ✗

Roamless has a few downsides that might make it a bad fit for certain travelers:

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  RoamlessFlex (the pay-as-you-go option) is more expensive than the local and regional plans offered by some competitors.

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  You can’t get an unlimited data plan with Roamless — something offered by many other eSIM providers.

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  In-app calling costs extra and is charged by the minute.

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  The Roamless app doesn't have many extra features when compared with competitors like Saily, which offer bonus functions like cybersecurity tools.

RoamlessFlex vs. RoamlessFix: Which plan should you choose?

Roamless offers two ways to pay for data, each designed around different travel styles. Understanding how RoamlessFlex and RoamlessFix work is key to getting the best value from the service.

RoamlessFlex: The flexible option

RoamlessFlex works like a digital wallet. You buy credits (which never expire) and they grant you mobile data in any of the 200+ countries covered by Roamless. If you don't burn through all your credits on one trip, you can use the rest of them the next time you go abroad, even if that’s years later. Credits are a prepaid balance, representing data, that just sits in your account until you need them.

This option is best for people hopping between countries, going abroad regularly, or living with changeable travel plans. Pricing is higher per GB than fixed bundles, but you are paying for convenience and flexibility.

RoamlessFix: The budget option

RoamlessFix is a traditional eSIM deal. You buy a fixed amount of data for a specific country or region, and it’s valid for 30 days from first use. This type of plan is ideal for single-destination trips where you know roughly how much data you’ll need. The per-GB cost is lower than RoamlessFlex, making it better value if you’re staying put.

How to install Roamless on your phone

Installing, activating, and setting up a Roamless eSIM is simple. The entire process is handled through the app and usually takes just a few minutes from start to finish.

Before you begin, make sure your device is eSIM-compatible, that it’s not locked to a carrier, and that you have a stable internet connection. You can install an eSIM on your device manually, outside of the app (we have guides on how to install an eSIM on an iPhone and how to install an eSIM on an Android), but for most users, in-app is the way to go. To get started, follow these steps:

1. Install the Roamless eSIM 

Download the Roamless app, set up your account, and tap “Install eSIM.” For most people, this is a one-tap install that takes under a minute. If your device doesn’t support direct installation, you can use the eSIM QR code method instead. Once installed, the Roamless eSIM stays on your phone permanently, so you won’t need to repeat this step for future trips.

2. Add credits or buy a plan

After installation, choose how you want to use Roamless. You can purchase RoamlessFlex credits or buy one RoamlessFix plan for a specific country or region. Activation is easy — RoamlessFlex credits are only consumed when you use data in one of the countries covered, while RoamlessFix plans start their 30-day validity period when you arrive at your destination.

3. Final setup and activation

In your phone’s settings, enable “Data roaming” and set your Roamless eSIM as the device’s primary source of data. Now, when you arrive at your destination, your eSIM will automatically connect to a local network. 

Most people find the setup process simple enough, but if you run into any trouble, a few quick steps usually fix the most common issues. Toggle airplane mode on and off, double-check that data roaming is enabled for your Roamless eSIM (don’t worry — you won’t rack up roaming charges), or restart your device. 

Roamless eSIM review: Pricing and plans

The price of a Roamless eSIM is determined first and foremost by which of the two plan types you choose. With RoamlessFix, you lock in a specific data bundle for a destination, though you don’t pick a plan duration. All RoamlessFix eSIM packages expire 30 days after first use. While prices vary across the globe, you can usually expect to pay US$4 or less for 1 GB of Roamless data.

If you plan to visit a few countries in one part of the world, you might want to go for a regional RoamlessFix plan. Deals are available for Africa, Asia and Oceania, the Caribbean, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and North America. You can also buy a fixed, 30-day Global package covering more than 200 destinations.

With RoamlessFlex, on the other hand, you pay for data that can be used in any of those 200+ destinations. So far, so much like any other global eSIM plan, but with RoamlessFlex, your data has no expiration date. Buy 30 GB of RoamlessFlex data this month for your trip to Mexico, burn through half of it, and a year from now, you could use the rest on a trip across Europe. RoamlessFlex users can also make calls from within the app, at a rate of US$0.01 per minute. 

If you want to use RoamlessFlex, you can visit the Roamless website and buy a number of credits (in practice, you are essentially just buying mobile data). 1 GB of RoamlessFlex data is US$2.45, but while this is cheaper than 1 GB of RoamlessFix data, larger amounts of global RoamlessFlex data usually work out as more expensive than the equivalent RoamlessFix plan.

Here are a few example destinations with corresponding prices. On the table below, all options aside from the RoamlessFlex prices refer to RoamlessFix plans.

All of this information was correct at the time of writing (January 15, 2026) and was sourced from the Roamless website. Information in this table is subject to change.

So — is Roamless worth it? The service is roughly equal in price with other comparable eSIM providers, like Saily, although most local SIM cards are a lot cheaper than even a RoamlessFix plan. Still, in a direct eSIM vs. physical SIM comparison, the price difference is generally offset by the convenience factor. 

Additional Roamless costs

Beyond data, Roamless also offers international calling from within the app, which can add to your overall costs. Rates start as low as US$0.01 per minute but vary depending on where you're calling. 

To use this feature at all, you need to maintain a minimum RoamlessFlex balance of US$5 credits in your account. International calling could be useful, of course, but remember that VoiP services like WhatsApp and Zoom serve the same function, without costing extra.

Network speed and performance

Roamless itself does not control your base connection speed — like any eSIM, your internet performance depends largely on the local networks you connect to. In cities with strong 4G/5G infrastructure, Roamless users can expect rapid, reliable speeds that are comparable to using a local SIM card. Rural areas naturally see slower speeds or occasional drops, which is normal for any provider, not just Roamless.

If you look online, you can find plenty of complaints from eSIM users (for every eSIM service) regarding speed, but these are usually based on the misapprehension that the eSIM app itself determines how fast your internet is. Roamless has its fair share of such reports, but they shouldn’t give you too much concern. 

Customer support

Roamless offers about the same level of support as most eSIM services — you can chat with an AI browser bot, email customer service directly (at [email protected]), or read through the company’s extensive collection of FAQs, guides, and support articles. 

On the review site Trustpilot, Roamless holds a score of 4.6 out of 5 — based on over 1,000 reviewers — with some users praising the speed with which customer support issues were resolved. We can’t verify the authenticity of any Trustpilot reviews, but overall it’s a good sign that most of the feedback there is positive. 

Additional features 

Roamless lets you use your eSIM data for hotspot tethering. This means that you can share your connection with other devices, just like you would with a normal SIM plan. This is not unique to Roamless but it’s a very useful feature to have, since it negates the need to invest in group-friendly internet solutions like a pocket Wi-Fi router.

The big “extra feature” that Roamless brings to the table is calling. As we’ve already said, you can make international voice calls directly from the app using data at rates starting around US$0.01 per minute. You don’t get traditional SMS through the eSIM itself, but Roamless is developing a feature called Roamless Numbers that will apparently bring local caller ID and SMS messaging capabilities at some point in 2026.

Sadly, the Roamless app doesn’t come with any extra security features, but that’s not unusual. At the time of writing, only the Saily eSIM app includes a significant set of cybersecurity tools. 

Roamless alternatives 

If Roamless doesn’t fit your travel style, you’re not short on eSIM alternatives. Amid a busy field, three main competitors should be considered. 

Holafly

We won’t go deep into the comparisons between Holafly and Roamless because they offer very different services. Holafly is a big player in the eSIM space, but its whole selling point is unlimited data plans. Roamless is cheaper than Holafly but doesn’t offer unlimited data plans. Ultimately, these two apps are intended for travelers with entirely different internet needs.

If the idea of an unlimited eSIM interests you, read our Holafly eSIM review to get a fuller understanding of the app and its features. We also posted a Saily vs. Holafly comparison, to see how these two popular eSIM apps stack up against each other.

Airalo

Airalo is a conventional eSIM app, offering eSIM plans with fixed durations in a wide range of countries and regions. On price, Roamless wins across most locations, though not by much, while Airalo has more variety in fixed plan durations. As you can see in our Airalo review, the app is a relatively basic one, lacking the unique selling points of other providers (Holafly’s unlimited data, for example, or the global, non-expiring data of RoamlessFlex). In some locations, though, the wider range of durations might suit short-term travelers more than the fixed Roamless plans. Remember, though — Airalo’s regional plans are notably more expensive than those of Roamless.

Saily

Roamless offers marginally cheaper country plans than Saily, while its regional deals are almost exactly matched. While Saily doesn’t have an option like RoamlessFlex, it does often offer longer validity periods (up to 365 days, in some cases), as well as a number of unlimited data deals. Despite being priced around the same as Roamless, the Saily app comes packed with extra features, offering users enhanced cybersecurity and ad blocking, available across all destinations. You can read our Saily vs. Roamless comparison to get a clearer sense of how these two services weigh up against each other.

We should finish by comparing the costs of Airalo, Saily, and Roamless (excluding the RoamlessFlex plans, since Airalo and Saily don’t offer an equivalent). Of course, each provider offers many different plans, but for the sake of contrast, we’ll look at just three locations, each with 5 GB for 30 days.

All of this information was correct at the time of writing (15 January 2026) and was sourced from the Roamless website. Information in this table is subject to change.

Now, let’s look at a similar comparison for regional and global plans. As indicated in the table, a few variations emerge across these plans beyond price — Airalo has no combined Asia and Oceania plan, and both Airalo and Saily offer 5 GB Global plans for 60 days only.

All of this information was correct at the time of writing (15 January, 2026) and was sourced from the websites of each provider. Information in this table is subject to change.

Should you choose Roamless eSIM for your next trip?

Roamless is a great option if you value flexible data plans and multi-destination travel. Its pay-as-you-go credits never expire, and its fixed bundles work well for short trips or single-country visits. Urban coverage is generally reliable, setup is simple, and features like in-app calling mark it out from its competitors. 

That said, if you’re like most everyday travelers, Roamless offers more than you really need. If you don’t require long-term, multi-country flexibility or in-app calling, Saily is probably a better choice, because it offers a higher level of online safety and privacy.

Compared with most eSIM apps, Saily is often the better (and cheaper) choice. We’ve already shown that, in a straight Saily vs. Airalo price comparison, Saily comes out as the more affordable option, but this holds true across many popular providers. 

With fixed prepaid plans, longer validity periods, built-in security features, and a simple app experience, Saily provides most of what you need without the complexity or premium cost of Roamless. If you’re ready to get connected on your next trip, just download the Saily app.

We do our best to keep everything accurate and up to date, but eSIM service provider prices, plans, and features can change quickly. If you spot something that seems outdated or incorrect, feel free to get in touch with us at [email protected] — we’d really appreciate the heads-up!