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Extremely dissatisfied with the GlobaleSim experience in Ecuador.
Not a single place with 4G coverage and 3G was so slow it was barely usable. Next time, I'll choose another provider.
There are over 90 providers and more than 2800 prepaid data plans available in Ecuador, giving travelers a wide variety of options to choose from.
Unlimited data eSIM options are available for travelers heading to Ecuador. Providers such as Firsty, Truely, abesteSIM, Yoho Mobile, MicroEsim, Roamify, and Yesim all offer plans with no data cap, though many indicate that speed may be throttled once traffic thresholds are reached. Some plans list specific speed limits—for example, Firsty caps speeds at 256 kbps, while abesteSIM and Yoho Mobile cap at 5 Mbps, and other providers may not specify explicit limits but warn of possible throttling. Prices for unlimited plans range from as low as $0.00 with Firsty’s single‑day offer to around $277.48 with MicroEsim’s highest‑priced option, with most plans falling between $7.92 and $198.92 USD depending on validity. Travelers can compare these options on eSIMDB to select the plan that best fits their data needs and budget.
Claro Ecuador: A subsidiary of América Móvil, Claro is the largest mobile operator in Ecuador, offering extensive coverage and a variety of services, including mobile voice and data, fixed-line services, and broadband internet.
Movistar Ecuador: Part of the Telefónica Group, Movistar provides mobile voice and data services, broadband internet, and fixed-line services, with a focus on expanding network infrastructure to enhance coverage and data speeds.
CNT (Corporación Nacional de Telecomunicaciones): A state-owned telecommunications company, CNT offers mobile voice and data services, as well as fixed-line and broadband services, playing a significant role in expanding telecommunications infrastructure across the country.
In addition to these major Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), Ecuador has Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) that offer mobile services by leasing access from major carriers. For example, Tuenti operates as an MVNO using Movistar's network to provide services. However, most travel eSIMs rely on MNO infrastructure, not MVNOs.
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