Who runs it
LotusFlare, Inc. (founded by former Microsoft engineers)
Based in
Santa Clara, California, USA
Founded
2020
Destinations
200+
Apps
iOS and Android
App ratings
App Store (UK) 4.8 (12k ratings); Google Play 4.5 (16.5k reviews, 1m+ downloads)
Hotspot / tethering
Supported on Nomad eSIMs; no plan-based limits stated, though Nomad says it cannot always guarantee hotspot depending on region and network.
Top-ups
Yes
Unlimited plans
2GB of high-speed data a day (resets every 24 hours from activation), then slowed to about 1 Mbps or 2 Mbps depending on plan. Unlimited plans are non-refundable.
Calls and phone numbers
Mostly data only. Help centre says only the Thailand (DTAC) eSIM includes a local number (unlimited calls to DTAC numbers); the refund policy also mentions 'UK Voice' plans.
Currencies
Prices shown in USD; App Store listing mentions multi-currency payments, GBP not confirmed. Pays by card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal.
Refunds
Within 30 days of purchase. Unused, uninstalled plans get a full refund; activated plans only a partial refund if a technical or network failure stopped them working. Choose the original payment method (2 to 5 business days) or Nomad Points (instant). Unlimited plans, Nomad Pass subscriptions and UK Voice plans are non-refundable.
Support
24/7 live chat and email ([email protected])
Extras
Free 1GB trial eSIM for new users; Nomad Pass (Europe) subscription; membership points and $5 referral credit; Global-EX long-validity plans; Nomad eSIM Enterprise for businesses; over 3m registered users.
Go to Nomad Provider link
Good
- 200+ destinations with add-on top-ups and a free 1GB trial for new users
- Flexible refunds: 30 days, to your card or as Nomad Points
- 24/7 live chat and email support, and hotspot supported
Not so good
- Unlimited plans only give 2GB a day at high speed, and are non-refundable
- Almost all plans are data only (no phone number)
- Prices shown in USD and Google Play rating (4.5) lags its App Store rating
Nomad prices by country
Cheapest plan and best 10GB+ month in each country we track, converted to pounds.
| Country | Cheapest plan | 10GB+ / 30 days | Plans |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | £3.021GB · 7 days | £11.3210GB · 30 days | 4 |
| Bulgaria | £3.401GB · 7 days | £12.0710GB · 30 days | 2 |
| Canada | £5.281GB · 7 days | £12.8310GB · 30 days | 4 |
| Croatia | £3.021GB · 7 days | £11.3210GB · 30 days | 4 |
| Cyprus | £3.401GB · 7 days | £12.0710GB · 30 days | 4 |
| Dominican Republic | £4.531GB · 7 days | £20.3710GB · 30 days | 3 |
| Egypt | £4.531GB · 7 days | £21.1310GB · 30 days | 3 |
| France | £3.021GB · 7 days | £10.5610GB · 30 days | 4 |
| Germany | £3.401GB · 7 days | £10.5610GB · 30 days | 4 |
| Greece | £3.021GB · 7 days | £13.5810GB · 30 days | 4 |
| India | £3.021GB · 7 days | £15.8510GB · 30 days | 4 |
| Italy | £3.021GB · 7 days | £13.9610GB · 30 days | 4 |
| Japan | £3.021GB · 7 days | £12.0710GB · 30 days | 4 |
| Mexico | £3.771GB · 7 days | £11.7010GB · 30 days | 3 |
| Morocco | £5.281GB · 7 days | £15.8510GB · 30 days | 4 |
| Netherlands | £3.401GB · 7 days | £12.0710GB · 30 days | 4 |
| Portugal | £3.401GB · 7 days | £12.0710GB · 30 days | 4 |
| Spain | £3.021GB · 7 days | £10.5610GB · 30 days | 4 |
| Thailand | £3.771GB · 7 days | £7.5510GB · 30 days | 4 |
| Turkey | £3.021GB · 7 days | £9.8110GB · 30 days | 3 |
| United Arab Emirates | £3.021GB · 7 days | £13.9610GB · 30 days | 4 |
| United States | £3.771GB · 7 days | £18.8610GB · 30 days | 4 |
| Vietnam | £3.021GB · 7 days | £12.8310GB · 30 days | 4 |
Sources: en.wikipedia.org, nomadesim.com, nomadesim.com, nomadesim.com. Checked September 2026.