Spidot vs Ubigi: eSIM prices compared (2026)

Ubigi is a travel eSIM brand of Transatel, part of the NTT group, offering data plans in 200+ destinations. Spidot sells prepaid data eSIMs on the web, with the QR code sent by email straight after payment.

Below we compare prices for the same data allowance and validity in popular destinations, using Ubigi's plan prices as listed in USD on eSIMDB, a price comparison site. Spidot prices on this page are read live from our catalogue, so the comparison stays current on our side.

Ubigi is cheaper or equal on 11 of 12 compared plans. Compare the plan you need below.Biggest saving: 1 GB · 7 days for United States, 28% less than Ubigi.

About Ubigi

Ubigi sells data-only plans, from 1 GB to unlimited, for phones, tablets and laptops, on 4G and 5G networks. Tethering is allowed on any Ubigi data plan. Its eSIM can be installed with a QR code or through the Ubigi app.

Plans can be topped up through Ubigi.me or the Ubigi app, and Ubigi's zero-rating feature lets you open the app to buy a new plan even when your data balance is empty. Ubigi eSIMs have no phone number; calls and texts stay on your main provider or go through internet calling apps.

Price comparison

Same destination, same plan size. Spidot prices are live; Ubigi prices were checked on 8 October 2026.

Destination	Plan	Spidot	Ubigi	Difference
Europe	3 GB · 30 days	$14.90	$7.00^[1]EUROPE 3GB – 30 days	113% more$7.90 moreUbigi's EUROPE plan covers 38 countries according to eSIMDB; Spidot's Europe plan covers 36.
Europe	10 GB · 30 days	$45.90	$15.00^[1]EUROPE 10GB – 30 days	206% more$30.90 moreUbigi's EUROPE plan covers 38 countries according to eSIMDB; Spidot's Europe plan covers 36.
United States	1 GB · 7 days	$2.90	$4.00^[2]USA 1GB – 7 days	28% cheapersave $1.10
United States	10 GB · 30 days	$18.90	$14.00^[2]USA 10GB – 30 days	35% more$4.90 more
United Kingdom	10 GB · 30 days	$14.90	$11.00^[3]United Kingdom 10GB – 30 days	35% more$3.90 more
France	10 GB · 30 days	$14.90	$10.00^[4]France 10GB – 30 days	49% more$4.90 more
Italy	10 GB · 30 days	$14.90	$12.00^[5]Italy 10GB – 30 days	24% more$2.90 more
Italy	Unlimited · 7 days	$23.90	$19.00^[5]Italy unlimited – 7 days	26% more$4.90 moreUbigi's unlimited plan gives 5 GB of high-speed data per day, then up to 2 Mbps (per eSIMDB).
Spain	10 GB · 30 days	$18.90	$12.00^[6]Spain 10GB – 30 days	57% more$6.90 more
Japan	10 GB · 30 days	$45.90	$16.50^[7]Japan 10GB – 30 days	178% more$29.40 more
Thailand	10 GB · 30 days	$23.90	$11.00^[8]Thailand 10GB – 30 days	117% more$12.90 more
Australia	10 GB · 30 days	$45.90	$16.00^[9]Australia 10GB – 30 days	187% more$29.90 more

Prices in US dollars. Ubigi 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	Ubigi
App needed to buyeSIMDB lists web checkout; Ubigi also sells and tops up through Ubigi.me and its app.	No — buy on the web	No — website or app
Install with QR code	Yes, sent by email after payment	Yes, with a QR code or through the Ubigi app
Unlimited data plans	Yes, by the day in many countries (fair-use slow-down)	Yes in some destinations (e.g. Italy: 5 GB per day at high speed, then up to 2 Mbps)
Top-ups	Yes, from My eSIMs	Yes, through Ubigi.me or the app, even with no data left
Regional plans	Europe (36 countries)	Yes (e.g. EUROPE, BEST ASIA, BEST WORLD)
Hotspot / tethering	Not known	Allowed on any data plan
Calls and SMS	No — data only	No — data only
Laptops and tablets	Not known	Yes (phones, tablets and laptops)
Refunds	Full refund within 30 days if the eSIM is not installed	Not known
Support	Email (support@spidot.com)	Help centre with a contact support page

Where Spidot is better

No app needed: buy on the web and get the QR code by email straight after payment, also shown on your order page.
Unlimited plans sold by the day (1, 3, 5 or 7 days) in many countries, so short trips do not need a longer plan.
A wide range of fixed sizes, from 1 GB for 7 days to 50 GB for 90 days.
Prices in USD with taxes included where applicable, so the price you see is the price you pay.
Full refund within 30 days if the eSIM has not been installed.

When Ubigi may suit you better

Tethering allowed on any data plan.
Top up even with no data left, thanks to zero-rated access to the Ubigi app.
Plans for laptops and tablets as well as phones.
Backed by Transatel, part of the NTT group, with plans in 200+ destinations.

Spidot vs Ubigi: questions

Is Spidot cheaper than Ubigi?

It depends on the destination and plan size. The table above compares the same data allowance and validity, using Ubigi prices listed in USD on eSIMDB on 8 October 2026 and live Spidot prices.

Who runs Ubigi?

Ubigi is a brand of Transatel, part of the NTT group. Spidot is run by Switas Tech Inc.

Do I need an app?

Spidot needs no app: you buy on the web and get the QR code by email. Ubigi can be installed with a QR code or through its app, and topped up through Ubigi.me or the app.

Can I make calls with either eSIM?

No. Both Spidot and Ubigi sell data-only eSIMs. You keep your main number for calls and texts, or use internet calling apps such as WhatsApp.

Does Ubigi sell unlimited data?

In some destinations, yes; for example, its Italy unlimited plan gives 5 GB of high-speed data per day, then up to 2 Mbps. Spidot sells unlimited data by the day in many countries, with a fair-use slow-down after heavy use.

What if my plans change before I travel?

Spidot gives a full refund within 30 days if the eSIM has not been installed. Check Ubigi's own terms for its refund conditions.

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Sources

Checked on 8 October 2026.

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