trifa eSIM – Review & Full Test 2025

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Countries covered

200 countries

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Starting at

3,70 €

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Network

5G

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Data

Starting at 1 GB

Calls/SMS

No

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App

iOS & Android

Coverage in 200+ countries with focus on Asia and popular destinations.

Ultra-fast installation in 3 minutes via iOS/Android app.

Flexible prepaid plans from 1GB to unlimited, hotspot included.

24/7 multilingual chat support, ideal for travelers in a hurry.

Competitive prices vs roaming or WiFi rentals.

Official ratings

Destinations & coverage

Trifa covers 200+ countries, with data plans adapted for short/long trips, focusing on Asia/Europe/Americas.

By region

Key points

Advantages

  • Intuitive app, simple setup without airport.
  • Attractive local rates from €3.7.
  • Responsive and polite chat support according to reviews.
  • Hotspot allowed on most plans.
  • Wide coverage including USA, Europe, Asia.
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Disadvantages

  • No calls/SMS, data-only.
  • Average app ratings (4.2-4.4), some connection complaints.
  • Support response sometimes slow at peak times.
  • Limited to eSIM-compatible devices, not all older Androids.
  • Mostly short plans (1-15 days).

Customer reviews

App Store

4/5

Used in Italy, immediate connection in Tuscany, much cheaper than US roaming at $30/month, fast and detailed support.

November 1, 2025

App Store

5/5

Excellent online chat support, solved in 30 minutes despite initial issue, polite and efficient unlike competitors.

October 1, 2025

Google Play

4/5

Decent speed, comfortable without charging WiFi, will reuse for next trips.

December 1, 2025

Description

Trifa, a Japanese company founded in 2020, offers data eSIMs for travelers in more than 200 countries, with plans from 1GB to unlimited valid for 1 to 60 days starting at $4.1 (about €3.7). The iOS and Android mobile app allows purchase, quick installation, and usage tracking, with 24/7 multilingual chat support. Ideal for short stays or business trips in Asia, Europe, USA, Trifa excels in simplicity, local prices, and authorized hotspot, although without calls/SMS.

How it works

Install from App Store (iOS 13+) or Google Play (Android eSIM-compatible).

Sign up via email or third-party account.

Select country/region and data/duration plan.

Pay for the chosen plan (prepaid, no contract).

Follow app instructions for QR code or direct settings.

Turn on mobile data, activate eSIM, and allow roaming.

Check consumption in real time and top-up if needed.

⚠️ If it fails

✅ Toggle airplane mode on/off, select Trifa eSIM for data, restart. Contact chat support.

✅ Use 24/7 chat in app, available in en/ja.

✅ Monitor app, limit auto-updates and HD streaming.

Alternatives

FAQ

Choose 3GB/3 days at ~€10 for Thailand/Korea, or unlimited/3 days ~€18 if heavy streaming.

Yes, tethering is allowed on most plans; check details per country in the app.

iPhone XS+, SE 2020+, recent Galaxy; check app/site list (iOS 13+).

Prepaid plans are non-refundable after activation; CFAR option available for cancellation before activation.

Via app, instant top-up without new installation.

4G/5G depends on local operator/country, average speed ~50Mbps according to reviews.

24/7 chat mainly in en/ja, fluent English.

Company info

Legal name: trifa Inc.

Address: 4th Floor, Gotanda NT Building, 1-18-9 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0031, Japan

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.trifa.co

Support

24/7

chat, email

Platforms

iOS app, Android app, Web

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