Roamly Review 2026 - Is Roamly's eSIM reliable?
At a glance
Reviews & ratings
The user describes Roamly as simple and convenient during her stay in Bali, with no issues encountered, and says she would use the service again for a future trip.
Pros & cons
👍 What we like
- ✓Catalog covering 125 destinations.
- ✓Fast installation from the mobile app.
- ✓Real-time usage tracking.
- ✓Advertised 4G and 5G speeds with no daily limit.
- ✓Recharging available on most plans.
- ✓Support via chat, email, and phone.
👎 What we like less
- ✗Plans do not include phone calls or standard SMS.
- ✗Prices are shown in Australian dollars, which may require conversion for European travelers.
- ✗Refunds are generally unavailable after eSIM installation or activation.
- ✗Performance depends on local partner mobile networks.
- ✗Detailed Android compatibility is not specified in available information.
- ✗The full catalog does not confirm a single maximum duration for all plans.
What is Roamly?
What is Roamly?
Roamly is an Australian brand specializing in travel eSIMs. It offers prepaid data-only plans, usable in 125 destinations, allowing travelers to connect abroad without buying a physical SIM card or activating roaming with their usual carrier. Offers include local plans per country and regional bundles. The eSIM is purchased and installed from the Roamly app in less than a minute, typically before departure, then the plan activates on first connection at the destination. The app also allows real-time usage tracking and recharging most plans.
Plans overview
Destinations covered by Roamly
Coverage broken down by region. Tap a region to see its countries.
Our verdict
Roamly is an Australian eSIM brand offering prepaid data plans in more than 125 destinations. Its app allows quick eSIM installation, real-time usage tracking, and recharging of certain plans.
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Frequently asked questions
No, Roamly is not a scam: it is a reliable, well-known eSIM with a 3.7/5 rating in our test, coverage across 125 destinations and access to local 4G/5G networks (speed depends on local coverage). Just make sure your phone is eSIM-compatible before buying.
Roamly covers more than 125 destinations. Availability and network quality depend on the destination and the local partner operator: check that your travel country is covered before buying.
The main downsides we found in our test: Plans do not include phone calls or standard SMS, Prices are shown in Australian dollars, which may require conversion for European travelers, Refunds are generally unavailable after eSIM installation or activation, Performance depends on local partner mobile networks, Detailed Android compatibility is not specified in available information and The full catalog does not confirm a single maximum duration for all plans.
It depends on your destination and budget: Roamly scores 3.7/5 in our test, but the best value changes by country. Compare current deals in our comparator before choosing.
Choose the local plan matching your destination and compare the data volume with the length of your trip. Public information notably shows an Indonesian offer of 3GB for 15 days.
No. Roamly plans are data-only. Calls and messages can go through internet apps like WhatsApp or FaceTime.
Yes, tethering and hotspot are allowed without restriction according to Roamly's official information.
For most plans, activation occurs on first connection at the destination after eSIM installation.
Yes, recharging is available on most plans. It can be done from the eSIM management page without installing a new profile.
The Roamly app displays real-time data usage, with monitoring of consumption and remaining volume.
Refunds are generally unavailable after provisioning, installation, or activation. A refund may be granted in case of a technical provisioning error, undelivered eSIM, or double billing.
Roamly publishes a list of 64 compatible devices or device families, including iPhone XS and later models, Samsung Galaxy S20 and later, Google Pixel 3a and later, as well as recent Motorola, OnePlus, OPPO, Xiaomi, Huawei, Sony, and Nothing devices. The device must be unlocked.
What to do if Roamly doesn't work?
Check that the device is on the list of compatible devices, is unlocked, and that you have a stable Wi-Fi connection. If installation still fails, contact Roamly support.
Check that the Roamly eSIM is selected for mobile data and that data roaming is enabled on that line if needed. Then restart the phone and contact support if the problem persists.
Check real-time tracking in the app, limit backups and automatic updates, and use Wi-Fi for large downloads.
If the plan is rechargeable, open its management page in the app and add data or extend validity without installing a new eSIM.