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Rodrigo Coelho Japan

Hi!

I believe cost-wise, the sim card would be better because you have more options of limits and prices.

But the more important question is actually which is better for your specific case.

I bought the sim card because it was easy, not time-consuming (I disnt want to spend trip time making a contract for a pocket wifi) and my phone was unlocked.

but if your phone isn't unlocked and you have time to spare or are in a group, a pocket wifi could be better because more than one person can use the internet and share the proce with you (while the sim card you would have to buy 2).

Also, using wifi consumes a lot LESS battery. So if you dont have a pocket recharger, the wifi could be better.

Buy the SIM card if:

you are traveling alone, you don't have much time to spend at the store, if your phone is unlocked for SIM cards. (And if you have a pocket recharger its a plus).

 

Buy the pocket wifi if:

You are travelling with someone else or a small group that want to share the price of the pocket wifi and use it with you. If your phone is not unlocked and if you want to save as much battery as possible.

I hope this was helpful, enjoy your trip!

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