“Worked great 95% of the time. Speeds were 100+mbps in most areas in all the countries I visited. Ping was around 60-200ms.
Two downsides:
1. ChatGPT or apps blocked in Hongkong do not work anymore without VPN
2. In very crowded places internet would slow down a lot”

Anji

May 21, 2025

TravelGator eSIM Malaysia

“Always seamlessly effective! I always love using Travelgator eSIM simply becux it works like a charm every single trip! No need to swap out physical eSIM card and my internet connection is always strong.”

CT

May 12, 2025

EscapeSIM Malaysia

“Easy to buy and use. Great reception in Kuala Lumpur.”

Tom

Dec 3, 2024

Ubigi Malaysia

“Bought their 10GB plan for Malaysia. It worked way better than my expectation in Kuala Lumpur. The speeds were sufficient and the latency was around 40ms.

At least in cities, this seems to be one of the best options in terms of both price and performance.”

Zuri

Nov 20, 2024

MobiMatter Malaysia

“So far all the esims I've got with mobimatter worked flawless, in Taiwan I had to adjust the connection network manually once, but it was a minor issue.”

sk4rt

Jul 6, 2024

EZsim Malaysia

“Paid and never received and never got a response from support”

Chad

May 11, 2024

SimOptions Malaysia

“Tried their Smart Traveller eSIM and it worked great! It connects to Digi in Malaysia, and XL in Indonesia. Both 4G. It roams via Thailand but decent speed, no trouble at all. Tethering worked too. No fancy app or anything but it just works.”

sk

Jun 13, 2022

Malaysia Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Malaysia

How many travel eSIM brands (providers) are available for use in Malaysia, and how many prepaid data plans are there?

Over 170 travel eSIM brands and more than 13, 000 prepaid data plans are available for use in Malaysia. With such a broad collection of plans, there is a wide variety of options, making it easy for travelers to find an eSIM that suits their needs. The large number of providers also offers a wide range of pricing, validity periods, data volumes, and compatibility with local network bands, ensuring that users can choose a plan that matches their travel requirements and budget.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Malaysia?

Unlimited data eSIM plans for Malaysia are available from several providers. Providers that offer unlimited data include abesteSIM, MicroEsim, ASIMGO, Roamify, Giga.Tel, Truely, Yesim, Ohayu, Orange Travel, and FairPlay. Most of these plans allow tethering, and while the data is technically unlimited, speeds may be throttled to a maximum of around 10 Mbps, with Ohayu limiting speeds to 1 Mbps. Prices for unlimited data plans range from roughly $1.56 USD for the cheapest daily plan up to $32.00 USD for the most expensive multi‑day options, giving travelers a range of affordable choices depending on the duration of stay and data needs.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in Malaysia?

CelcomDigi: Formed from the merger of Celcom and Digi, CelcomDigi is one of Malaysia's largest mobile network operators, offering extensive coverage and a wide range of services.
Maxis: A leading telecommunications provider in Malaysia, Maxis offers comprehensive mobile services with a strong focus on innovation and customer experience.
U Mobile: Established in 2006, U Mobile is Malaysia's youngest telecom company, known for its competitive offerings and expanding network infrastructure.
Unifi Mobile: Operated by Telekom Malaysia, Unifi Mobile provides mobile services with a focus on seamless connectivity and integration with other Telekom Malaysia services.

In Malaysia, Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) offer mobile services by leasing access from major carriers. Examples include Tune Talk and XOX Mobile, which provide alternative options for consumers. However, most travel eSIMs rely on the infrastructure of the major Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) rather than MVNOs.

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Malaysia?

Several travel eSIM providers offer plans that include a phone number, inbound and outbound voice calls, and SMS service for travelers in Malaysia. The available options range from short‑term 1 GB packages that last 7 days to larger data caps of up to 100 GB for up to 365 days. Prices vary from a few dollars for the smallest plans to around $200 for the most extensive data bundles. Most plans use a foreign dialing code such as +1 (USA/Canada) or +44 (UK); however, a number of providers—including Airhub and some RedEx eSIM offers—provide a local Malaysia number with dialing code +60, while other options with +48 (Poland), +33 (France) or other international codes also allow ring‑through and SMS. All these plans support inbound and outbound SMS, giving users full messaging capability while they are in Malaysia.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Jul 20, 2026