GigSky describes itself as a mobile operator and sells travel eSIMs for 200+ countries and 290+ cruise ships, with fixed-data and unlimited plans and a free 100 MB trial. Spidot sells prepaid data eSIMs on the web, with fixed-data plans and, in many countries, unlimited data by the day.
The table below compares plans of the same size and validity, using USD prices read on GigSky's own pages on 8 October 2026, including the 5% saving GigSky showed that day. Spidot prices on this page are read live from our catalogue.
About GigSky
GigSky sells country, regional, world and cruise plans on one reusable eSIM. Its unlimited plans keep high speed up to 3.5 GB in each 24-hour window, then slow down until the next day, and it says hotspot use is unlimited.
GigSky has an app with usage tracking and alerts, a rewards programme and complimentary data for eligible Visa cardholders. It offers 24/7 customer service and states that no refunds are offered once a plan is purchased.
Price comparison
Same destination, same plan size. Spidot prices are live; GigSky prices were checked on 8 October 2026.
| Destination | Plan | Spidot | GigSky | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europe | 1 GB · 7 days | $5.90 | $3.99[1]Europe 1 GB – 7 days | 48% more$1.91 more |
| Europe | 5 GB · 30 days | $25.90 | $16.14[1]Europe 5 GB – 30 days | 60% more$9.76 morePrice after the 5% saving shown on GigSky's page (list price $16.99). |
| Europe | 10 GB · 30 days | $45.90 | $21.84[1]Europe 10 GB – 30 days | 110% more$24.06 morePrice after the 5% saving shown on GigSky's page (list price $22.99). |
| Europe | 50 GB · 90 days | $203.90 | $66.49[1]Europe 50 GB – 90 days | 207% more$137.41 morePrice after the 5% saving shown on GigSky's page (list price $69.99). |
 United States | 5 GB · 30 days | $10.90 | $11.87[2]United States 5 GB – 30 days | 8% cheapersave $0.97Price after the 5% saving shown on GigSky's page (list price $12.49). |
| United States | 10 GB · 30 days | $18.90 | $20.42[2]United States 10 GB – 30 days | 7% cheapersave $1.52Price after the 5% saving shown on GigSky's page (list price $21.49). |
| United States | Unlimited · 7 days | $29.90 | $23.27[2]United States unlimited – 7 days | 28% more$6.63 moreUnlimited: high speed up to 3.5 GB per 24 hours, then slower. Price after the 5% saving shown on GigSky's page (list price $24.49). |
 United Kingdom | 5 GB · 30 days | $8.90 | $7.88[3]United Kingdom 5 GB – 30 days | 13% more$1.02 morePrice after the 5% saving shown on GigSky's page (list price $8.29). |
| United Kingdom | 10 GB · 30 days | $14.90 | $9.30[3]United Kingdom 10 GB – 30 days | 60% more$5.60 morePrice after the 5% saving shown on GigSky's page (list price $9.79). |
| United Kingdom | Unlimited · 7 days | $23.90 | $13.77[3]United Kingdom unlimited – 7 days | 74% more$10.13 moreUnlimited: high speed up to 3.5 GB per 24 hours, then slower. Price after the 5% saving shown on GigSky's page (list price $14.49). |
 Japan | 10 GB · 30 days | $45.90 | $15.95[4]Japan 10 GB – 30 days | 188% more$29.95 morePrice after the 5% saving shown on GigSky's page (list price $16.79). |
| Japan | Unlimited · 7 days | $32.90 | $23.27[4]Japan unlimited – 7 days | 41% more$9.63 moreUnlimited: high speed up to 3.5 GB per 24 hours, then slower. Price after the 5% saving shown on GigSky's page (list price $24.49). |
Prices in US dollars. GigSky prices checked on 8 October 2026; they may have changed since. Spidot prices are live and include taxes where applicable. “—” means the plan is not offered or the price could not be verified.
Features
| Feature | Spidot | GigSky |
|---|---|---|
| App needed to buyGigSky's pages show plans with a Select Plan button and promote its app; we did not verify whether checkout completes on the web. | No — buy on the web | Not known |
| Free trial | No | Yes, free 100 MB plan on sign-up |
| Unlimited data plans | Yes, by the day in many countries (fair-use slow-down) | Yes — high speed up to 3.5 GB per 24 hours, then slower |
| Fixed-data plans | Yes (1 GB to 50 GB) | Yes |
| Regional plans | Europe (36 countries) | Yes (e.g. Europe, world and cruise plans) |
| Hotspot / tethering | Not known | Yes, unlimited hotspot |
| Cruise coverage | No | Yes, 290+ ships |
| Card-holder benefits | No | Complimentary data for eligible Visa cards |
| Refunds | Full refund within 30 days if the eSIM is not installed | No refunds once purchased (per GigSky's FAQ; see its T&Cs) |
| Support | Email (support@spidot.com) | 24/7 customer service |
Where Spidot is better
- Unlimited data from a single day in many countries, as well as 3, 5 and 7 days.
- Full refund within 30 days if the eSIM has not been installed.
- No app needed: buy on the web and get the QR code by email straight after payment, also shown on your order page.
- Top-ups from My eSIMs on the same eSIM.
- Prices in USD with taxes included where applicable.
When GigSky may suit you better
- Coverage in 200+ countries and on 290+ cruise ships with one reusable eSIM.
- A free 100 MB trial plan and complimentary data for eligible Visa cardholders.
- Unlimited hotspot use and a clearly stated 3.5 GB daily high-speed allowance on unlimited plans.
- 24/7 customer service and an app with usage alerts.
Spidot vs GigSky: questions
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Find your destination
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Sources
- GigSky Europe eSIM
- GigSky United States eSIM
- GigSky United Kingdom eSIM
- GigSky Japan eSIM
- GigSky FAQ
- esimDB: GigSky plans for the USA
Checked on 8 October 2026.