Yesim is a travel eSIM provider that sells data plans for 170+ countries, a pay-as-you-go Pay & Fly option and unlimited day passes. 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. Yesim prices its plans in euros, so the USD prices shown are those displayed by the price aggregator esimDB on 8 October 2026. Spidot prices on this page are read live from our catalogue.
Yesim is cheaper or equal on 10 of 12 compared plans. Compare the plan you need below.Biggest saving: 10 GB · 30 days for United Kingdom, 17% less than Yesim.
About Yesim
Yesim offers country, regional and global data plans, unlimited plans with a fair usage policy, and Pay & Fly, a pay-per-GB balance that can be kept for the next trip. It says it covers 170+ countries and supports hotspot sharing.
You choose a plan, pay and receive an eSIM QR code; the Yesim app also offers one-tap installation. Yesim runs a referral programme, offers 24/7 support and refunds unused eSIMs within 30 days of purchase if they have not been installed or activated.
Price comparison
Same destination, same plan size. Spidot prices are live; Yesim prices were checked on 8 October 2026.
| Destination | Plan | Spidot | Yesim | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europe | 5 GB · 30 days | $25.90 | $10.76[2]Europe & UK 5 GB – 30 days | 141% more$15.14 moreYesim's Europe & UK plan covers 33 countries (Spidot Europe: 36). Yesim prices in EUR; USD price as displayed on esimDB (aggregator conversion), checked 8 October 2026. |
| Europe | 10 GB · 30 days | $45.90 | $17.93[2]Europe & UK 10 GB – 30 days | 156% more$27.97 moreYesim's Europe & UK plan covers 33 countries (Spidot Europe: 36). Yesim prices in EUR; USD price as displayed on esimDB (aggregator conversion), checked 8 October 2026. |
 United States | 10 GB · 30 days | $18.90 | $15.69[1]United States 10 GB – 30 days | 20% more$3.21 moreYesim prices in EUR; USD price as displayed on esimDB (aggregator conversion), checked 8 October 2026. |
| United States | 20 GB · 30 days | $32.90 | $23.54[1]United States 20 GB – 30 days | 40% more$9.36 moreYesim prices in EUR; USD price as displayed on esimDB (aggregator conversion), checked 8 October 2026. |
| United States | Unlimited · 1 day | $6.90 | $3.25[1]United States unlimited – 1 day | 112% more$3.65 moreYesim unlimited plans are subject to a fair usage policy (speed may be reduced). Yesim prices in EUR; USD price as displayed on esimDB (aggregator conversion), checked 8 October 2026. |
| United States | Unlimited · 7 days | $29.90 | $22.76[1]United States unlimited – 7 days | 31% more$7.14 moreYesim unlimited plans are subject to a fair usage policy (speed may be reduced). Yesim prices in EUR; USD price as displayed on esimDB (aggregator conversion), checked 8 October 2026. |
 United Kingdom | 10 GB · 30 days | $14.90 | $17.93[3]United Kingdom 10 GB – 30 days | 17% cheapersave $3.03Yesim prices in EUR; USD price as displayed on esimDB (aggregator conversion), checked 8 October 2026. |
| United Kingdom | Unlimited · 3 days | $10.90 | $11.77[3]United Kingdom unlimited – 3 days | 7% cheapersave $0.87Yesim unlimited plans are subject to a fair usage policy (speed may be reduced). Yesim prices in EUR; USD price as displayed on esimDB (aggregator conversion), checked 8 October 2026. |
 Japan | 10 GB · 30 days | $45.90 | $17.93[4]Japan 10 GB – 30 days | 156% more$27.97 moreYesim prices in EUR; USD price as displayed on esimDB (aggregator conversion), checked 8 October 2026. |
| Japan | Unlimited · 7 days | $32.90 | $27.46[4]Japan unlimited – 7 days | 20% more$5.44 moreYesim unlimited plans are subject to a fair usage policy (speed may be reduced). Yesim prices in EUR; USD price as displayed on esimDB (aggregator conversion), checked 8 October 2026. |
 Thailand | 5 GB · 30 days | $13.90 | $7.85[5]Thailand 5 GB – 30 days | 77% more$6.05 moreYesim prices in EUR; USD price as displayed on esimDB (aggregator conversion), checked 8 October 2026. |
| Thailand | 10 GB · 30 days | $23.90 | $12.33[5]Thailand 10 GB – 30 days | 94% more$11.57 moreYesim prices in EUR; USD price as displayed on esimDB (aggregator conversion), checked 8 October 2026. |
Prices in US dollars. Yesim 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 | Yesim |
|---|---|---|
| App needed to buy | No — buy on the web | No — QR code after payment; the app offers one-tap installation |
| Currency | USD, taxes included where applicable | Prices shown in EUR on Yesim's site |
| Unlimited data plans | Yes, by the day in many countries (fair-use slow-down) | Yes, with a fair usage policy |
| Fixed-data plans | Yes (1 GB to 50 GB) | Yes, plus Pay & Fly pay-per-GB balance |
| Top-ups | Yes, from My eSIMs | Yes |
| Regional plans | Europe (36 countries) | Yes (e.g. Europe & UK, 33 countries; global packages) |
| Hotspot / tethering | Not known | Yes, hotspot mode advertised |
| Referral credit | No | Yes, €5 per invited friend |
| Refunds | Full refund within 30 days if the eSIM is not installed | Within 30 days of purchase if the eSIM has not been installed, activated or used |
| Support | Email (support@spidot.com) | 24/7 support |
Where Spidot is better
- Prices set in USD with taxes included where applicable, so the price you see is not subject to a currency conversion at checkout.
- No app needed: buy on the web and get the QR code by email straight after payment, also shown on your order page.
- A Europe regional plan covering 36 countries.
- Top-ups from My eSIMs on the same eSIM.
- Card, Apple Pay and Google Pay accepted, with optional sign-in by Google or an emailed link.
When Yesim may suit you better
- Pay & Fly lets you pay per GB and keep any unused balance for a later trip.
- Global and multi-country packages covering 80+ or 140+ countries on one plan.
- Unlimited plans for any number of days up to 30 in many countries.
- 24/7 support and a referral programme with credit for each invited friend.
Spidot vs Yesim: questions
Is Spidot cheaper than Yesim?
It depends on the destination and plan. The table compares plans of the same size and validity, using Yesim USD prices displayed by esimDB on 8 October 2026 and live Spidot prices.
Why are Yesim's prices shown via esimDB?
Yesim's own site shows prices in euros. To keep the comparison in US dollars without converting prices ourselves, we used the USD prices shown on esimDB's Yesim pages on the same day.
Does Yesim's Europe plan cover the same countries as Spidot's?
Not exactly. Yesim's Europe & UK plan lists 33 countries and Spidot's Europe plan covers 36, so check that every country on your route is included before you buy.
Do both sell unlimited data?
Yes. Yesim sells unlimited plans with a fair usage policy, and Spidot sells unlimited data for 1, 3, 5 or 7 days in many countries, with a fair-use slow-down after heavy use.
Do I need an app?
Spidot needs no app: you buy on the web and get the QR code by email. Yesim sends a QR code after payment and also offers installation through its app.
What if my trip is cancelled?
Spidot gives a full refund within 30 days if the eSIM has not been installed. Yesim refunds within 30 days of purchase if the eSIM has not been installed, activated or used.
Find your destination
See Spidot plans and live prices for your trip. QR code by email right after payment.
Sources
- esimDB: Yesim plans for the USA
- esimDB: Yesim plans for Europe
- esimDB: Yesim plans for the United Kingdom
- esimDB: Yesim plans for Japan
- esimDB: Yesim plans for Thailand
- Yesim homepage
- Yesim refund policy
- Yesim United States eSIM
Checked on 8 October 2026.