How much data do I need on a trip?

Set your trip length and what you'll be doing, and we'll estimate how much data you need, then point you to matching eSIMs.

For reference

Data usage per activity

Activity	Per day
Navigation & maps	~30 MB
Messaging & email	~40 MB
Web browsing	~80 MB
Music streaming	~80 MB
Calling (VoIP)	~120 MB
Social media	~150 MB
Video calls	~600 MB
Hotspot – light	~1 GB
HD video (Netflix etc.)	~2.5 GB
Hotspot – heavy	~3 GB

Averages based on typical usage. Actual consumption varies by app, network and device.

Step 1

How long is your trip?

10 days

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Step 2

What will you be doing?

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Select activities above

About unlimited plans: Almost all “unlimited” eSIMs apply a fair-use policy — beyond a (usually daily) cap your speed is throttled. Always check how many GB per day you get at full speed and pick a plan that fits.

Wi-Fi factored in. We've reduced your estimate by 30% for Wi-Fi access. If you stay mostly at your accommodation you may need even less — just make sure the Wi-Fi is reliable.

Speed matters for your usage. Live apps like video calls or a heavy hotspot need a stable connection. Lean toward a premium provider and be wary of vague “unlimited” promises.

This is well above average. Compare it with your usual data use at home. To save, download movies and shows over Wi-Fi before you leave.

Step 3

Where are you going?

View eSIM plans

You'll be taken to plans matching your data needs.

Your own monthly usage is the best indicator — check your phone bill or your device's data settings. This is an estimate based on average usage; actual consumption may vary.

Frequently asked

How much data do I need for a trip? +

It depends on what you do. For maps and messaging, 1–3 GB a week is plenty; for social and browsing, around 5 GB; for streaming or hotspot use, 10 GB+ or unlimited. Use the calculator above for a tailored estimate.

How much data does video calling use per day? +

Video calls are data-heavy — roughly 500–600 MB per hour. An hour a day for a week is around 4 GB, so factor it in if you'll call home often.

How much data do navigation and social media use? +

Maps use very little — about 30 MB a day. Social media is heavier at roughly 150 MB a day, mostly from autoplaying video. Turning off autoplay saves a lot.

Why is there a 15% buffer in the estimate? +

Real usage is rarely exactly average — some days you'll do more. The 15% buffer gives you a little headroom so you're less likely to run out mid-trip.

What's a typical monthly data usage? +

Many people use somewhere between 5 and 15 GB a month at home. On a short trip with Wi-Fi at your accommodation you'll usually need less.

How much data do I need for hotspot or remote work? +

Tethering a laptop adds up fast — light work (email, docs) can use around 1 GB a day, heavy use (video calls, uploads) 3 GB+. For longer remote stays, look at a large bundle or unlimited.