Estimate your internet usage abroad and choose the right eSIM plan

How much data do you need?

Adjust your daily usage to estimate your need

Trip duration
Days abroad
7 days
Navigation & Browsing
Maps & GPS
30 min
Web browsing
30 min
Social & Messaging
Social media
30 min
Messages
50 messages
Video & Calls
Video streaming
15 min
Video calls
20 min
Music
Music streaming
30 min
Estimated usage
GB
for your 7-day trip
Breakdown
Navigation
Social
Video & Calls
Music
You'll need about – GB — find the right plan for your trip.
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How to properly assess your data needs for your trip?

What type of traveler are you?

  • Light User: Occasional GPS navigation, a few WhatsApp messages. (1 to 3 GB / week)

  • Typical User: Daily browsing, social media, short video calls. (4 to 5 GB / week)

  • Heavy User: Connection sharing, HD streaming, professional video calls. (10 GB and more per week)

Frequently asked questions about data usage abroad

Which apps consume the most data while traveling?

The applications of video streaming and visual social networks (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube, Netflix) are by far the most data-intensive. For example, watching high-definition videos can consume up to 3 GB of data per hour.

THE video calls (WhatsApp, FaceTime, Zoom) come in second place with average consumption varying between 200 and 500 MB per hour. Conversely, text messaging applications (WhatsApp, SMS) and traditional web browsing remain extremely economical in terms of data.

 

What happens if I use up all my eSIM data during my trip?

You will never risk being stranded abroad or incurring hidden costs. Unlike traditional operators, There is no risk of exceeding your plan's limits or any unpleasant financial surprises on your bill..

If you are nearing the end of your internet data allowance:

  • You will receive an alert message to warn you in advance.

  • You can top up your gigabytes directly from the Miio website in just a few clicks. The top-up is automatically applied to your current eSIM, without you needing to reinstall a new QR code or change any settings.

 

Does GPS (Google Maps / Apple Maps) consume a lot of internet?

No, using GPS navigation apps is very low-power. Live navigation on Google Maps, Apple Maps, or Waze consumes on average only 15 to 20 MB of data per hour, which is very negligible on a standard plan.

 

Miio travel tip: To save 100 % of your data on journeys, download the map of your destination city or region on Google Maps over Wi-Fi before you leave (using the "Offline Maps" function). This will allow you to use GPS continuously, even without an active connection.