INDEPENDENT DATA REVIEW / SEPTEMBER 2026

Yesim eSIM review

Yesim is a travel eSIM with prepaid data across 200+ destinations, virtual numbers, calls/SMS features and Ycoins cashback. It suits travelers who want more than a data-only pack in one app.

3,537plans indexed
185destinations sampled
200+destinations
Voicecalls + SMS features
4.6/5App Store rating
4.5/5Google Play rating
1M+Android downloads
Ycoinscashback rewards
THE SHORT ANSWER

Our data verdict

Yesim stands out when you want data plus number/calling features in one travel app. Public store scores sit around 4.6/5 on iOS and 4.5/5 on Android. Our live sample currently runs from €0.45 to €3.00, with a median limited-plan value of €2.00 per GB. Still verify voice/SMS availability on the plan you buy.

Full comparison rules are documented on the methodology page.

What stands out

  • Data plus virtual number / calls / SMS positioning
  • Coverage across 200+ destinations
  • Ycoins cashback-style rewards
  • Public store scores around 4.6/5 (iOS) and 4.5/5 (Android)

What to verify

  • Voice and number features can depend on the plan and destination
  • Partner networks and 5G still vary country by country
  • Reward rates and fair-use rules can change
  • Confirm hotspot support before relying on tethering
SERVICE SNAPSHOT

What Yesim includes

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Coverage

200+ destinations

Local and broader travel data options with an app-first purchase flow.

Beyond data

Calls, SMS and numbers

Yesim’s differentiator is communication features alongside prepaid data.

Rewards

Ycoins cashback

Earn rewards on purchases and use them on later connectivity buys.

Flexibility

Top-ups and plan changes

Add data or continue service from the app when itineraries shift.

Support

In-app assistance

Help lives in the Yesim product surface for activation and account questions.

Mobile apps

iOS and Android

Manage data, numbers and recharges from one travel connectivity app.

App Store Google Play
PRODUCT CAPABILITIES

Features travelers actually use

Product claims from Yesim’s service surface. Confirm availability on the exact plan before you travel.

VOICE

Calling features

Use Yesim when messaging apps are not enough for hotels, banks or local contacts.

SMS

Texts and OTPs

SMS support matters for verifications and basic reachability abroad.

NUMBERS

Virtual phone numbers

Add a number for travel or app verification while keeping your primary SIM active.

COVERAGE

200+ destinations

Buy connectivity for single countries or broader travel needs from the same app.

REWARDS

Ycoins

Cashback-style credits can improve value if you buy Yesim plans repeatedly.

TOP-UPS

Stay online longer

Recharge data instead of starting from zero when a plan runs low.

SETUP

App install flow

Install on supported devices from the Yesim app before you fly.

STORES

Solid public scores

Around 4.6/5 on the App Store and 4.5/5 on Google Play, with a million-plus Android downloads.

PUBLIC STORE RATINGS

App Store & Google Play reviews

Third-party store scores from Apple and Google, not an eSIM Giga customer score. Figures can change as new reviews arrive.

4.6/ 5
APP STORE

iOS traveler feedback

2.1K public ratings on the App Store for Yesim. Useful signal for setup quality and day-to-day app reliability on iPhone.

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4.5/ 5
GOOGLE PLAY

Android traveler feedback

24K reviews and 1M+ downloads on Google Play. Common themes in public comments include network stability, plan clarity and support responsiveness.

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1M+
SCALE SIGNAL

Install base context

A million-plus Android downloads and solid dual-store scores support Yesim’s mobile-first, more-than-data positioning.

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OUR ASSESSMENT

What we think about Yesim

An evidence-led view of the service, not a fabricated customer score.

DIFFERENTIATORMore than a data pipe

Yesim is most interesting when you need a number, calls or SMS in addition to prepaid data.

STORE FEEDBACKHealthy dual-store ratings

Around 4.6/5 on iOS and 4.5/5 on Android give useful confidence on app maturity.

VALUECheck what the pack actually includes

We currently index 3,537 priced offers across 185 sampled destinations. Median limited-plan value is €2.00 per GB.

REWARDSYcoins help repeat buyers

If you travel often, cashback-style rewards can matter as much as the first checkout price.

BEST PRICE PER GB

Best-value destinations

Lowest tracked €/GB offer for each country in our current Yesim sample.

UNLIMITED DATA

Unlimited offerings worth checking

Yesim lists unlimited-style plans across 172 destinations in our catalog. Below are the cheapest tracked unlimited options by destination, starting with Japan, South Korea, Thailand. Fair-use or speed policies can still apply after a high-speed allowance.

CATALOG EVIDENCE

Representative live offers

These rows are examples, not cherry-picked testimonials.

Flag of United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates · 1 day

100 MB

United Arab Emirates

€0.45€0.38-15%
€3.80/GB · −15%
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EDITORIAL CONTEXT

What travelers should know

Yesim combines prepaid travel data with virtual number, calling and SMS features for travelers who need reachability abroad. Coverage spans 200+ destinations, with top-ups and Ycoins rewards. Public store scores currently sit around 4.6 on the App Store and 4.5 on Google Play. Confirm which features are included on the exact plan before you travel.

PROVIDER FAQ

Yesim eSIM questions

Direct answers based on the current catalog, editorial record and promotion data.

Does Yesim include calls and SMS?

Yesim offers virtual numbers, calling and SMS features alongside prepaid data. Availability can depend on the plan and destination, so confirm before checkout.

What are Ycoins?

Ycoins are Yesim’s reward credits earned on purchases. Rates and redemption rules can change, so check the current offer in the app.

What do store users say about Yesim?

Public scores currently sit around 4.6/5 on the App Store and 4.5/5 on Google Play. These are third-party store ratings, not an eSIM Giga score.

Is Yesim a good eSIM provider?

Yesim should be assessed for the destination and data allowance you need. eSIM Giga currently tracks 3,537 plans across 185 sampled destinations, with a median limited-plan value of €2.00 per GB.

Does Yesim support 5G and hotspot use?

In the current Yesim sample, an unreported share of plans advertise 5G and an unreported share mention hotspot or tethering. Feature availability can still vary by destination, so confirm the exact plan details before checkout.

Does Yesim offer unlimited eSIM plans?

Yes. Yesim currently has 172 unlimited-style country plans in the eSIM Giga catalog. Notable destinations include Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam. Unlimited labels often include fair-use or speed policies after a high-speed allowance, so compare the policy alongside price and validity.

Does Yesim have a promo code?

The current eSIM Giga promotion record lists code ESIMG. Eligibility can depend on the account, plan and checkout terms, so confirm the discount in the payable total.

How was this Yesim review produced?

eSIM Giga compares normalized catalog prices, data, validity, coverage and available feature fields using the process documented on the methodology page. Affiliate relationships can affect outbound links but do not overwrite ranking inputs.

REVIEW STANDARD

How this review was produced

  1. Live plan inventory and normalized pricing
  2. Limited-plan median €/GB, excluding unlimited offers
  3. Coverage and product claims checked at plan level
  4. No fabricated customer rating or aggregate score
Full editorial methodology