Ubigi vs 
ShrimpToast
Ubigi makes a reusable eSIM central to its service, with top-ups on the web or in its app. ShrimpToast supports compatible top-ups too, plus help choosing the next setup. Less guesswork, more going places.
The short version.
Ubigi makes sense if…
You want to keep one installed Ubigi profile for future purchases and manage recharges through its app or website.
Go with ShrimpToast if…
You want help choosing coverage and data for the trip ahead, with compatible top-ups when available. A saved eSIM is handy; a plan that fits is the point.
The details that make a difference.
| What matters | Ubigi | ShrimpToast |
|---|---|---|
| Reusing the eSIM | Keep the installed profile and buy new plans through the app or ubigi.me. | Compatible top-ups reuse your existing eSIM. Availability depends on the plan you bought. |
| Data allowance | Fixed-data and unlimited options. Unlimited fair-use thresholds vary by destination and duration. | Fixed data allowances with a stated validity. No unlimited plans; we help estimate how much you’ll need. |
| Laptop & hotspot | Connection sharing with other devices is supported. | Available on supported plans. Check the selected plan’s hotspot and network details before buying. |
| Several stops | Local, regional and global plans. Check each package’s countries and validity. | Country, regional and global plans. Our planner compares eligible combinations for your stops, from our own catalog. |
| Buying & setup | Web purchase and emailed QR installation, alongside app purchase and management. | Buy and manage in your browser. No app download or account signup required; recover purchases by email. |
| Getting help | Contact-form support is advertised as available 24/7, with automated chat for common questions. | Guided connection help, refund requests and messages in one Support portal, plus email support. |
Why ShrimpToast?
A little Toast goes a long way.
You pack. We plan.
Give us your stops, dates and phone habits. We’ll estimate your data and find plans from our catalog. You can research lunch.
Good choices. Less guesswork.
See our recommended setup and the cheapest alternative when they differ. Price, coverage and eSIM count—all laid out.
One less app to pack.
Buy and manage in your browser. No app download or account signup. Need a hand? Our Support portal is right there.
A few things worth asking.
Can I recharge Ubigi after running out of data?
Ubigi says its app remains accessible for buying more data even without Wi-Fi or an active data plan. A new package reuses the installed profile without another QR installation.
Does a reusable eSIM mean the data lasts forever?
No. Keeping the profile avoids another installation. Each purchased package still has its own allowance and validity, so check those details every time you recharge.
What if I need a refund?
Ubigi
Preloaded plans and recharges have different refund rules. Usage normally affects eligibility; proven activation faults have separate provisions. Requests require purchase details and are subject to the policy’s deadlines and conditions.
ShrimpToast
Not satisfied? Request a refund through Support. Eligible unused eSIMs can be refunded before installation and expiry, once cancellation is confirmed. Installed eSIMs and other requests go to support review. Approved refunds return to the original payment method.
Our refund policyDoes ShrimpToast compare other providers’ prices?
No. Our planner compares plans you can buy through ShrimpToast, not live offers from Ubigi or other retailers. These pages compare published features and policies. We haven’t run comparative network tests; reception and speed depend on the exact plan, phone and local conditions.