GigSky eSIM review: pricing, features and setup
GigSky is a long-standing mobile data provider for travellers. It offers eSIM data plans for many countries and regions through its app, and its website promotes a free eSIM offer.
Key features
- Country, regional and global plans
- GigSky app for iOS and Android
- Free eSIM offer promoted on its site
- Top-ups
- Business solutions
- Data-only eSIMs
Plans and pricing
| Entry price | Checked | Source |
|---|---|---|
| See current pricing See current pricing (destination page did not show prices to automated reading) | 11 October 2026 | Official pricing page |
Prices, taxes and promotions change often and can differ by country, billing term and plan size. Always check current pricing on the official page before you buy.
How to set up GigSky: step by step
- Check that your phone supports eSIM and is carrier-unlocked (see which phones support eSIM).
- Download the GigSky app or open the GigSky website, then choose your destination and data amount.
- Buy the plan and wait for the QR code or the in-app install button.
- Install the eSIM on Wi-Fi before you travel. iPhone: Settings > Cellular (Mobile Data) > Add eSIM. Android: Settings > Network & internet > SIMs > Add eSIM (menu names vary by brand).
- On arrival, set mobile data to the travel eSIM and turn on data roaming for that eSIM only.
- Keep your home SIM for texts if you need it, with its data roaming switched off to avoid charges.
What we like
- Established travel data brand
- Broad coverage
- App-based management
- Business options
Things to check before you buy
- Read the terms of any free eSIM offer
- Check validity days
- Plans are data-only
Our editorial score: 8.3 / 10
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Features | 4 / 5 |
| Value | 4 / 5 |
| Ease | 4 / 5 |
| Support | 4 / 5 |
| Coverage | 5 / 5 |
This is our editors' assessment using our published rating method, based on official information. It is not a user review.
Official links
- Website: www.gigsky.com
- Pricing: official pricing page
- Apps: App Store · Google Play (store search; install the app published by GigSky)
Frequently asked questions
How much does GigSky cost?
We could not confirm a public price on 11 October 2026. See current pricing (destination page did not show prices to automated reading).
Does GigSky have a free trial?
We could not confirm a free trial on 11 October 2026. Check GigSky's website for current offers.
Who is GigSky best for?
Frequent travellers who want a long-standing travel data brand. GigSky is a long-standing mobile data provider for travellers.
What are the main features of GigSky?
Key features include: Country, regional and global plans; GigSky app for iOS and Android; Free eSIM offer promoted on its site; Top-ups; Business solutions.
What are good alternatives to GigSky?
Popular alternatives include Ubigi, Airalo, aloSIM.
Does a GigSky eSIM include a phone number?
Most travel eSIM plans are data-only. You can call and message over the internet with apps such as WhatsApp or FaceTime, and keep your home SIM active for texts. Check the plan details for any included number.
When should I install my GigSky eSIM?
Install it on Wi-Fi before you leave, but check the plan's validity rules: many plans start counting days only when the eSIM first connects at your destination.
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