At a glance
Fixed local plans, preferably for 30 days. Any different validity period is shown with the price. A hotspot lets you share your phone’s internet connection with a device such as a laptop.
| Feature | HolySim | Nomad |
|---|---|---|
| Network | NTT docomo / Rakuten Mobile / KDDI/au / SoftBank · 5G where available | KDDI au · 4G (20 GB) |
| 5 GB | €9.99 · 30 days | €8.62 · 30 days |
| 10 GB | €13.99 · 30 days | €13.79 · 30 days (Promotional price; regular €15.52) |
| 20 GB | €19.99 · 30 days | €19.83 · 30 days (Promotional price; regular €22.41) |
| 50 GB | €32.99 · 30 days | €30.17 · 30 days |
| Hotspot | Allowed on all compared plans. | Allowed on the checked 20 GB plan. |
| Validity starts | At first connection at the destination. | At first connection; automatically no later than 60 days after purchase. |
| Top-ups | Extra data through My eSIM. | Top-ups available for the checked 20 GB plan. |
| Support | Email support in Dutch. | Support through the website and app. |
All amounts are euro prices displayed by the provider, without a discount code. Promotions are marked. HolySim prices include VAT; possible payment or card fees at other providers have not been checked. A network name or 5G listing does not guarantee reception or speed at your location.
Where Nomad is better
Nomad has the lower displayed price for 5, 10, 20 and 50 GB. Compare again after the promotions end, particularly at 10 and 20 GB.
Hotspot use and top-ups are explicitly allowed for the checked 20 GB plan. That is useful clarity if you also want to connect a tablet during your trip.
Where HolySim is better
Our fixed plans list NTT docomo, Rakuten Mobile, KDDI/au and SoftBank with 5G access. The checked Nomad 20 GB plan lists KDDI au and 4G. This difference does not mean 5G is available everywhere.
HolySim offers email support in Dutch. The fixed plans start at first network connection; Nomad can also start automatically 60 days after purchase.
Which should you choose?
Choose Nomad if…
Choose Nomad if the lowest displayed price matters and 4G on the checked 20 GB plan is enough. Do not treat a temporary discount as a permanent advantage.
Choose HolySim if…
Choose HolySim if the stated 5G access and multiple network partners are worth the extra cost, or if you want email support in Dutch. This is not a promise of higher measured speeds.
Where these figures come from
We checked the published plans and terms on 16 September 2026. HolySim prices come from our own catalog. Nomad prices come from its official range for Japan. We compare local plans; regional and worldwide alternatives are outside the table’s scope.
HolySim confirmed hotspot support for the compared eSIM Access plans on 16 September 2026.
Network, hotspot and top-up terms were checked for 20 GB. Other allowances may have different terms.
- HolySim · plans for Japan. Consulted on 16 September 2026.
- HolySim · contact and support. Consulted on 16 September 2026.
- Nomad · plans for Japan. Consulted on 16 September 2026.
- Nomad · product terms. Consulted on 16 September 2026.
This comparison is published by HolySim, which sells eSIMs itself. We use provider information and have not carried out our own speed or reception measurements. We review the comparison monthly. The prices shown are a snapshot; the price at purchase may differ.
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