“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

Yoho Mobile Malaysia

“The customer service staff of this company introduced me carefully, recommended me the most cost-effective package, and taught me how to activate it. If I go to travel next time, I will choose yoho mobile”

Dylan li

Jun 2, 2023

Yoho Mobile Malaysia

“Essential a scam. The eSim I bought from Yoho Mobile appears to install bout there is no data. The network is forever in Emergency mode and there is zero data. Absolutely nothing. I was basically scammed out of $18 I paid for this Sim.
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David

Mar 5, 2023

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?

There are more than 200 travel eSIM providers available for Malaysia, offering over 17 000 prepaid data plans. With such a wide variety of options, travelers can easily find a plan that fits their specific needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Malaysia?

Unlimited data plans for Malaysia are offered by several eSIM providers. The available options include abesteSIM, MicroEsim, ASIMGO, Roamify, Giga.Tel, Earth Esim, Yesim, Truely, esimzon, Bloomy eSIM, Ohayu, and Orange Travel. All of these plans allow unlimited data usage, though most include speed throttling, typically limiting speeds to around 10 Mbps (some, such as Ohayu, limit to 1 Mbps). Prices for the unlimited options range from roughly $1.60 to $22.46 USD, depending on the validity period and specific provider. These plans generally support tethering and use Samsung or 5G networks, offering travelers a flexible choice for staying connected across Malaysia.

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?

Yes, there are travel eSIM plans for Malaysia that include a phone number and support for making calls and receiving SMS. Providers that offer such plans include GlobaleSIM and EtravelSIM. Both offer various data caps and validity periods, with prices generally starting around $4.00 USD for 1 GB 7‑day packages and extending to larger data bundles for higher prices.

With GlobaleSIM the phone number uses the U.S. dialing code +1, providing inbound and outbound voice with inbound SMS only. EtravelSIM uses the U.K. dialing code +44, offering inbound and outbound voice and inbound and outbound SMS. These numbers are not local Malaysian numbers; they are foreign numbers that will still work for calls and messages while you are in Malaysia. Adjustments to local coverage, costs, and app accessibility should be verified before purchase.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Sep 9, 2026