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What is the best eSIM for Thailand and Ko Samui in terms of coverage?

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Jan 7, 2025
3 months ago
Philip ********
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Hi could anyone advise me of the best esim for thailand we will also be going to Ko Samu. I would prefer best coverage not necessarily the cheapest. Thanks for any tips
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The conversation highlights recommendations for the best eSIM options while traveling in Thailand, particularly in Koh Samui. Users suggest AIS for excellent coverage and reliability, noting personal experiences such as consistent 5G service. Others mention the convenience of converting physical SIMs to eSIMs at local stores. Additionally, there's advice on using physical SIM cards for better rates and ease of use compared to airport options.
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Rick *********
Get a physical Sim not at the airport for AIS. If you don’t have dual sim, do an eSIM for your home country provider and insert the Thai AIS for data, Line and WhatsApp use. I have this and for three years it works awesome. Can make monthly payments at any AIS store and I have left for two months, came back, paid worked fine.
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Paul *********
A friend has a house in Hua Hin and he always uses Dtac. Can anyone recommend a sim card for Thailand and Vietnam?
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Leigh **********
I had a True SIM card, then converted it to an eSIM. There is an option in the app to convert it, but I couldn’t get it to work. I went to the True shop, and they did it in 5 minutes.
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Paul **********
I got a AIS 5G esim at the airport. It's not dropped to 4G in a week so far.
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Thaimer ******
None. Buy local sim card. Way cheaper
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Gordon ************
Any, Thailand is in the Top 5 when it comes to comms 👍👍👍
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Philip ********
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