Written by Inbox eSIM, which sells eSIMs too. BambooSIM’s prices are read from bamboosim.com and each links to its page there. Its rules below were read on its own pages on 2026-11-07, each with its source. How we compare.
- App or account
- Account needed: its terms say you must create an account to access services; buy on the website or in the app. source
- Delivery
- eSIM ready within seconds of payment, by direct download for automatic install or by the QR code sent with instructions. source
- Refunds
- Eligible fixed-data eSIMs with no data used, asked within 30 days of purchase, may be considered for a refund; other eSIM products, including duplicates, are non-refundable. source
- Top-ups
- Not stated on the pages we read; its Japan page says the plan shown cannot be extended. source
- When the days start
- Its Japan page says KDDI plans start on first connection in Japan, while SoftBank 90-day plans start when the QR code is claimed from the account. source
- Hotspot
- Its Japan page caps tethering at 30GB on the unlimited plan and lists hotspot as included on the one-time bundle. source
- Support
- Its support centre offers live chat, email and a ticket form, and its home and Japan pages say 24/7 support. source
- Refund window
- 30 days for an unused eSIM, as its own pages state. source
- Renewal
- Its terms say auto-renewing plans will charge your payment method unless cancelled in advance. source
- Internet exit
- Its Japan page lists the IP address as Japan for its KDDI unlimited and one-time bundle plans. source
Seller check
BambooSIM has not been checked by hand yet; what we read automatically is below. The rule.
5 GB for a month, country by country
BambooSIM’s cheapest 5 GB lasting 30 days or more, against every brand we read in the same country.
| Country | Middle price | Cheapest | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | $10.99 | $7.99 | $2.23 | 56 of 76 |
| South Korea | $8.99 | $6.99 | $2.95 | 53 of 79 |
| United States | $10.99 | $7.99 | $3.55 | 59 of 75 |
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Questions
How do BambooSIM's prices compare?
For 5 GB lasting a month, BambooSIM sells in 3 of the countries we compare; its price is typically 138% of the middle price of every brand we read there, and below the middle in 0 of 3. Read 7 Nov 2026.
When do BambooSIM's days start counting?
Its Japan page says KDDI plans start on first connection in Japan, while SoftBank 90-day plans start when the QR code is claimed from the account. (read on BambooSIM's own page, 2026-11-07: https://bamboosim.com/en/travel-esims/japan)
Can I use hotspot with BambooSIM?
Its Japan page caps tethering at 30GB on the unlimited plan and lists hotspot as included on the one-time bundle. (read on BambooSIM's own page, 2026-11-07: https://bamboosim.com/en/travel-esims/japan)
How do I reach BambooSIM's support?
Its support centre offers live chat, email and a ticket form, and its home and Japan pages say 24/7 support. (read on BambooSIM's own page, 2026-11-07: https://bamboosim.com/en/support)
Does BambooSIM need an app or an account?
Account needed: its terms say you must create an account to access services; buy on the website or in the app. (read on BambooSIM's own page, 2026-11-07: https://bamboosim.com/en/policies/terms-of-service)
What is BambooSIM's refund policy?
Eligible fixed-data eSIMs with no data used, asked within 30 days of purchase, may be considered for a refund; other eSIM products, including duplicates, are non-refundable. (read on BambooSIM's own page, 2026-11-07: https://bamboosim.com/en/policies/terms-of-service)
How does BambooSIM deliver the eSIM, and can I top up?
eSIM ready within seconds of payment, by direct download for automatic install or by the QR code sent with instructions. Top-ups: Not stated on the pages we read; its Japan page says the plan shown cannot be extended. (read 2026-11-07)
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