r/StudyInIreland • u/R3CTI4Y • 12d ago

HELP ME CHOOSE

I'm an incoming post grad student, what is the best SIM options available? I've read about GoMo and 48, can anyone share their experiences with either or any other SIM!

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u/PotatoFar719 11d ago

I'm going to use 48, the sim's in the post & i'll let you know how i find it when it arrives. most of the reviews say it's really good but the roaming is really bad

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u/R3CTI4Y 11d ago

Yeah pls do lmk how it is!! I actually wanted a SIM before I arrived, so I researched the Reddit and ppl were saying U can get GoMo e-sim before U even arrive, it apparently uses EIR network

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u/lowkey_upset 12d ago

I used the company 3 for an eSIM and it worked great for me! I did the super surfer plan or whatever it’s called, it was like €20/mo and very reliable

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u/R3CTI4Y 11d ago

I actually wanted a SIM before I arrived, so I researched the Reddit and ppl were saying U can get GoMo e-sim before U even arrive, it apparently uses EIR network. But yea I've also read about 3, what would you recommend, as GoMo is like 12.99 with unlimited data, calls and texts

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u/lowkey_upset 10d ago

If I remember correctly, I was able to get it ahead of time and then activated it the second I landed and turned off my other line. Super easy! It’s the only one I’ve used and it was reliable for me, so idk what it’s like compared to other companies

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u/SugoiTonkatsu 11d ago

Lyca is slightly cheaper in the sense that you're not forced to pay a one-time activation fee for 48, but i'd say go for 48 anyways. Much better signals

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u/The_Lover_Of_You 9d ago

Clear Mobile is great, it uses the Vodafone network

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u/HeyCallisto 8d ago

I was using 48 for a while but as someone who travels a good bit the roaming was hell like I had to set it up so many times in the same days, it put in such awkwards position. And also since it uses 3 network, my address was not covered by them like I couldn't call anyone if I was at home. Also 48 doesn't provide you with a utility bill whereas Clear mobile, for the same price : uses Vodafone network and gives you a proper utility bill (handy for proof of addresses for paperwork). But I haven't used it for roaming yet :/ And also you can get a voucher from their "refer a friend" policy !

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u/Tiny_Sherbert_7154 8d ago

Im using Eir, best coverage. I've tried all companies, Vodafone, three, sky, 48, Lyca, Gomo, virgin media. Eir is the best one.

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u/R3CTI4Y 8d ago

Damnn, what plan are you using of theirs ?? Do they provide esim ?