Nomad alternative
NUM vs Nomad
Short answer: for the 3 plans below, NUM charges less than Nomad for the same data and days. Every Nomad price is linked to its source and dated; NUM’s are the shop’s on 4 Nov 2026.
NUM vs Nomad, plan for plan
| Plan | Nomad | NUM | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japan, 3 GB · 30 days | $3.59 | nomadesim.com, 17 Aug 2026 | |
| Japan, 5 GB · 30 days | $4.79 | nomadesim.com, 17 Aug 2026 | |
| Japan, 10 GB · 30 days | $6.89 | nomadesim.com, 17 Aug 2026 |
Nomad is a trademark of its owner; NUM is not connected to it. Their prices change, and so can ours.
NUM vs Nomad: questions
Is NUM cheaper than Nomad?
On every tier below, yes: same data, same or longer validity, lower price, up to 57% less (Japan, 10 GB · 30 days). Nomad prices are as published by the sources linked, on the dates shown; NUM prices are the shop’s on 4 Nov 2026.
Is NUM a good alternative to Nomad?
Both sell data eSIMs you install before you fly. NUM adds a concierge you can text the whole trip, a picker by trip length, and the price on the pay button is the price you pay.
Does NUM work like Nomad?
Yes: buy, install on wifi with one tap, switch on when you land. Data only; your home number stays on your phone.
Will it work on my phone?
Dial *#06# on the phone you’re taking. If you see an EID number, it takes an eSIM. Every iPhone from the XR and XS on does, and the SE from 2020, as do Google Pixel 3 and later and Samsung Galaxy S20 and later. The phone must be carrier-unlocked. Not sure? Text PHONE and your model and we’ll check.