When choosing an eSIM plan, the data allowance is just as important a guide as price and the number of days. At Bloomy, we've refined how data allowances are displayed across our comparison page, plan details, and other pages, fixing certain plans where unit conversion made the numbers look slightly harder to read. With this update, it should be even easier to compare plans without second-guessing. To be clear, this is an adjustment to how units are converted for display — the actual usable data in each plan has not been reduced.
What's in This Update
- We reviewed how data allowances are converted and rounded, so the displayed numbers more closely reflect what each plan actually offers.
- We standardized the way allowances appear across the comparison page, plan details, and other places where data is shown, making plans easier to compare side by side.
Why Data Allowances Can Sometimes Look Confusing
Displaying data allowances is a little more nuanced than it first appears. There are two common ways to count data: by "1000" (MB / GB) and by "1024" (MiB / GiB). Even for the exact same amount of data, the number you see on screen can look slightly different depending on which method is used and where the figure is rounded. This is a common thing that also happens in everyday places, such as the available storage shown on your phone or computer. When you're comparing plans before buying, the numbers on screen are exactly what you base your decision on. That's precisely why we've aligned the figures to match the actual plan contents as closely as possible.
How This Helps You
You can now trust the displayed allowance as-is and pick a plan with more confidence. Whether you're thinking "it's a short trip, so a smaller amount is plenty" or "I'm studying abroad or staying long-term, so I'd prefer something larger," you can compare allowance, days, and price on the same basis. Even if it's your first time, it's easier to find the plan that fits you without getting lost.
A Rough Guide to Choosing a Data Allowance
While we're at it, here's a rough guide to help you choose. How much you use varies from person to person, but the following gives you a sense of it.
| How you use it | Rough amount | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Light use: maps, messaging, quick searches | Smaller | Short trips, or those who mainly rely on maps |
| Moderate use: social media, sharing photos, browsing | Medium | Those who want to enjoy the trip and post along the way |
| Heavy use: video, video calls, tethering | Larger | Those who use it for long hours, or are studying abroad or staying long-term |
Your actual usage will vary depending on video quality and how long you use it. You can save data with simple habits like connecting to Wi-Fi wherever it's available and lowering the video quality. If you think you might run low, you can either add more data to the same eSIM (top up) or choose a new plan. If you'd like to use plenty of data, an unlimited-type plan is another option that lets you worry less about how much you use (conditions such as speed management and fair use policies differ by plan, so please check before purchasing).
The Bloomy Touch
At Bloomy, we care about making sure even first-time eSIM users abroad never feel lost. We believe that even a seemingly small detail in how things are displayed contributes to peace of mind when choosing a plan, which is why we reviewed this carefully. Beyond just aligning the numbers, we're mindful of keeping things in a state where you can compare allowance, days, and price on the same basis. Please note that Bloomy plans are data-only by design. If you need a phone number, SMS verification, or voice calls, please also look into other options to cover those.
What's Coming Next
How allowances and prices are displayed directly affects your buying decision. We'll keep reviewing the clarity and consistency of how things are presented, little by little, working toward a display that lets you choose without hesitation.
Related Pages
- Compare eSIM plans — choose a plan based on destination, data allowance, and number of days.
- Check how to set up your eSIM — a summary of the process from purchase to activation at your destination.
- See frequently asked questions — for questions about allowances, supported devices, and data-only service.
- See other development updates
