Monty Review 2026 - Is Monty's eSIM reliable?
At a glance
Reviews & ratings
Bought eSIM, delayed with no delivery or support reply after 24h. Avoid!
Excellent experience, perfect connection and reasonable prices.
Great app to stay connected at affordable prices with loved ones.
Pros & cons
👍 What we like
- ✓Low prices and flexible data plans.
- ✓Intuitive app, activation <2 min.
- ✓Wide global coverage.
- ✓Easy top-up/plan switching while traveling.
- ✓Hotspot and VoIP supported.
👎 What we like less
- ✗Unstable connections in some countries (Egypt, Vietnam).
- ✗Often reported slow/unresponsive support.
- ✗'Unlimited' plans limited in reality.
- ✗Data expires quickly, no clear monitoring.
- ✗Frequent activation/app issues.
What is Monty?
What is MontyeSIM?
MontyeSIM is an eSIM (embedded SIM) solution provided by Monty Mobile, enabling data connectivity without a physical SIM in over 190 countries. The app offers local, regional, or global data plans, activated via QR code in under 2 minutes after download.
Works on eSIM-compatible devices (dial *#06# to check EID). Use for data only, calls/SMS via VoIP apps like WhatsApp; top-up and plan switching anytime without costly roaming.
Plans overview
Countries covered by Monty
Coverage broken down by region. Tap a region to see its countries.
Our verdict
MontyeSIM offers eSIM connectivity for travelers in over 190 countries with local, regional, and global plans. Quick activation via app, no physical SIM or high roaming fees.
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Frequently asked questions
No, Monty is not a scam: it is a reliable, well-known eSIM with a 3.8/5 rating in our test and access to local 4G/5G networks (speed depends on local coverage). Just make sure your phone is eSIM-compatible before buying.
Monty covers many 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: Unstable connections in some countries (Egypt, Vietnam), Often reported slow/unresponsive support, 'Unlimited' plans limited in reality, Data expires quickly, no clear monitoring and Frequent activation/app issues.
It depends on your destination and budget: Monty scores 3.8/5 in our test, but the best value changes by country. Compare current deals in our comparator before choosing.
Regional Europe plan 5-10GB/7-30 days for city trips; check speeds and prices from €4.99.
Yes, generally allowed but depends on local operator; test on site.
iOS 13+, recent Android eSIM; check EID via *#06# or app.
Possible for technical issues, but varies; contact support promptly.
Yes, eSIM data + physical SIM for calls/SMS on most devices.
Via MontyeSIM app in real time; monitor to avoid overuse.
Yes, but with fair use; speed reduced after high threshold.