GIGAGO eSIM Data Plans for Taiwan

I used an eSIM for the first time in Taipei between September and October 2023 (5GB/5 days = $4, which was 609 yen at that time). Initially, I couldn't set it up properly on my iPad mini 6 and had to go through some trial and error, and ask friends for advice. Eventually, after deleting an existing profile, I managed to get it working. Once it was set up, I was able to use it without any issues.

My usage was mainly for messaging, LINE calls, map searches, etc., and I only used social media occasionally, so I never exceeded the data limit nor experienced any connectivity issues. I didn't measure the connection speed, so I'm not sure about that.

However, since I had to delete the profile I usually use in Japan, I had to reinstall and reconfigure it upon returning, which was a bit of a hassle. So, it might not be the best choice for someone who finds that process daunting. But the affordability was a plus.

As an aside, when I used MayaSIM on a later trip to Hawaii, I didn't need to delete any existing profiles. It connected to the internet within minutes of activating it at the arrival airport, and it was very convenient to be able to check my data usage on the dedicated website, receive an email notification when I had used half my data, and purchase additional data. Highly recommended.
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Purchase was easy and straightforward. Their eSIM worked well in Taipei, with download speed of around 80Mbps and latency of 120ms (Hong Kong IP address). I got 5G most of the time.