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Old Mar 21, 2020, 12:16 pm
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Best eSIM for *domestic* (USA) use? Preferably unlimited?

Hi all,
With many of us now working remotely, I suspect others are also looking for reasonably-priced mobile data so we can work from our cars or other places away from home or office WiFi. Many of us have mobile hotspots or devices that can turn into personal hotspots (iPads, etc). The question is, since most of us have limits on data tethering on our cellular plans, what do we do if we need to work remotely for an extended period (several weeks or more)?

I've been looking into it....

Airalo has $26 for 10GB for 30 days in the USA. That seems to be the best deal of the online eSIM providers (better than GigSky, etc). But it's data-limited and must be topped-off if you go over.

Skyroam has an $99 unlimited data pass for 30 days, on up to 10 devices at a time if you have the Solis hotspot. (Fair Data Use policy applies, and speeds will be throttled after 500MB in a 24-hour period, resetting each day). Of course, you have to buy or rent the hotspot.

Verizon has a 5G hotspot for $199 with a 2-year contract, costing about $110 per month for service with taxes/fees. Unlimited 5G available in a few cities. But only 15GB per month of tethering access. And LTE is also 15GB per month.

Anyone know of something better, specifically for use in the USA?

Thanks!
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