Nomad vs Ubigi: budget promos or operator-backed reliability?
Nomad chases the lowest per-GB price with frequent promotions; Ubigi is run by an established telecoms operator and supports laptops and tablets well. Here is how the two compare for a Singaporean traveller.
Side by side
| Nomad | Ubigi | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | S$8.00 | S$5.00 |
| Pricing model | prepaid | prepaid |
| Coverage | 170+ countries and regions | 190+ countries and regions |
| KYC / ID required | No | No |
Verdict: Nomad for most Singaporeans
For phone-only travel at the lowest price, Nomad usually wins. Choose Ubigi if you want operator backing or need data on an eSIM laptop or tablet as well as your phone.
Nomad
What’s good
- Often the lowest per-GB price on larger single-country bundles.
- Runs frequent promotions that can undercut Airalo.
- Clean app with clear data tracking.
Worth noting
- Data-only — no local phone number.
- Slightly narrower country coverage than Airalo.
- Promo pricing makes it worth checking the current rate before each trip.
Ubigi
What’s good
- Backed by an established telecoms operator (Transatel).
- Good device support — works well on eSIM laptops and tablets, not just phones.
- Competitive per-GB pricing on larger plans.
Worth noting
- Data-only — no local phone number.
- App and buying flow are less polished than Airalo's.
- Branding is less consumer-focused than newer rivals.
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