Ubigi Kenya eSIM Review 2026
3,300 reviews · Updated May 2026
Ubigi is a French company known for partnering with car manufacturers to provide connected car eSIMs. Their consumer Kenya eSIM plans use Safaricom and offer flexible data amounts from 500MB to 10GB. The app is clean and the service is reliable — but pricing is higher than comparable Safaricom-based providers, and there are no unique advantages for most tourists.
Ubigi delivers a reliable, clean experience on Safaricom but doesn't justify its premium over Nomad or Airalo. Consider it if you specifically use Ubigi's connected car service or want very small data increments (500MB).
Data Plans & Pricing
Plans: 500MB at $4, 1GB at $6, 3GB at $13, 10GB at $33. All plans have 30-day validity. The 500MB entry point is useful for very light users or backup SIMs. The 3GB plan at $13 is slightly more expensive than Nomad's 3GB plan at $15 — similar price range, same Safaricom network.
Starting price: $13 for 3GB / 30 days. Validity: 30 days. Setup: < 5 min.
Coverage in Kenya
Ubigi routes through Safaricom in Kenya, providing access to Kenya's strongest network. City coverage in Nairobi and Mombasa is excellent; the Safaricom network also gives Ubigi better-than-average performance in safari areas compared to Airtel-based providers. Coverage in Maasai Mara and Amboseli is the same as any Safaricom-routed plan.
Pros & Cons
What works well
- Auto manufacturer partner
- Reliable service
- Good app experience
- Flexible data amounts
Limitations
- Pricing not cheapest
- Safari coverage varies
- European-focused company
Who Should Choose Ubigi?
Best for
- Existing Ubigi customers
- Connected car users wanting consistent eSIM management
- Travelers who need very small (500MB) data top-ups
Not ideal for
- Value-focused travelers
- Safari-first travelers who can get the same Safaricom coverage cheaper
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ubigi good for a Kenya safari?
Yes, Ubigi uses Safaricom which has the best safari area coverage in Kenya. But you can get the same Safaricom network cheaper through Nomad or Safari eSIM.
What cars does Ubigi partner with?
Ubigi partners with Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and several other European auto manufacturers for factory-installed connected car eSIMs.
