Plan your data
How much data will you need?
Choose your trip length and daily habits. Count mobile data only—not time on Wi-Fi.
Trip length
Start with your travel style
Use a starting point, then adjust any activity below.
Your daily activities
Hours per day on mobile data. Each rate is an approximation.
Netflix, YouTube, TikTok (HD) · 2.5 GB/hr
Zoom, FaceTime, Google Meet · 0.8 GB/hr
WhatsApp, iMessage, Gmail · 20 MB/hr
Articles, searching, shopping · 60 MB/hr
Spotify, Apple Music · 70 MB/hr
Compare plans that cover your full estimate and trip length. Actual use varies with quality settings, downloads and background activity.
Compare plansTrip breakdown
- Video Streaming
- 0 MB
- Social Media
- 7.3 GB
- Video Calling
- 0 MB
- Maps & Navigation
- 70 MB
- Email & Messaging
- 70 MB
- Web Browsing
- 210 MB
- Music Streaming
- 490 MB
Make your data go further
Download offline maps
Save destination maps before you leave. Check which offline features your map app supports.
Lower video quality
Choose a lower streaming resolution to reduce data use.
Use Wi-Fi for downloads
Save large downloads and app updates for a trusted Wi-Fi connection.
Check background activity
Review background refresh and cloud backup settings before your trip.
Download entertainment ahead
Save movies, podcasts and playlists on Wi-Fi for offline use.
Try data saver settings
Check your phone and app settings for options that reduce mobile data use.
Data questions
How much data do I need for travel?
Light users (email, messaging, maps) typically need 1-3 GB per week. Moderate users (social media, occasional video) need 3-7 GB per week. Heavy users (video streaming, video calls) may need 7-15+ GB per week.
How much data does video streaming use?
About 0.7 GB/hr for SD (480p), 1.5 GB/hr for HD (720p), and 3 GB/hr for Full HD (1080p). Reducing quality in your streaming app settings saves significant data.
Does Google Maps use a lot of data?
Google Maps uses approximately 5-10 MB per hour of active navigation. Downloading offline maps before your trip can save significant data.
Can I top up my eSIM if I run out?
Top-ups are available for eligible eSIMs. Open your plan to check the available options, price and validity. Do not assume every plan supports a top-up.
How much data does social media use?
Social media apps use approximately 0.3-0.8 GB per hour depending on content. TikTok and Instagram Reels use more data due to auto-playing videos.
Should I get a bigger plan or top up?
Compare the data allowance, validity and total price against your trip estimate. If you prefer a smaller plan, check its top-up availability first. This calculator does not assume you can add more data later.