5.0 out of 5 stars Worked Perfectly!

J. · September 20, 2024

(function() { P.when('cr-A', 'ready').execute(function(A) { if(typeof A.toggleExpanderAriaLabel === 'function') { A.toggleExpanderAriaLabel('review_text_read_more', 'Read more of this review', 'Read less of this review'); } }); })(); .review-text-read-more-expander:focus-visible { outline: 2px solid #2162a1; outline-offset: 2px; border-radius: 5px; } I read a lot of the reviews before purchasing this sim card, and decided to give it a try. So basically, if you follow all the instructions written in the user manual that came with the sim card, it will work fine in Europe.Since I purchased the activation required sim card, as soon as I received my sim card, I immediately completed the activation application online via the link provided in the manual. We are advised to complete the activation process at least 2 days before the date of use. The info needed in the activation process was simple - Bolo order number, activation date, ICCID (SIM card barcode number that starts with 89) and email address, and that's it. You will receive an email after completion for confirmation.On the day of travel, I only inserted my sim card when I was in the air and my phone was on airplane mode. So when I landed, I was able to use it right away.There were some text messages that came in through the sim card number as soon as I turned on the line. It was saying "Your GBP10.00 Top-up's good to go - so your new balance is GBP0. It's a 35p per minute, 15p per text, and 10p per MB of data....". I basically just ignored the messages, as the sim card worked perfectly fine in the UK for my one week stay. I even made a few calls in between and the data connection was stable and good (remember to turn on the data roaming for this sim card). I did not have to go in to the APN settings.But when I went to France, I had to go in to the cellular settings to adjust the network selection on my phone. It was default to be automatic on my phone, but if I turned that off, I can select different telecom lines that provide stronger network connection. Once I selected the telecom network of my choice, it worked perfectly fine in France, no other steps required.I would purchase this sim card again for my next Europe trip.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent card and value

C. · August 5, 2024

This was my second Three card that I have used within a 2 year span. I bought them from different providers, but they both served me well. This card's value was upgraded from 12GB to 75GB instantly, and for me, 12GB ended up being tight for my 3 week/4 countries vacation.Do remember that your phone should be unlocked from the current provider, otherwise, your card will not work. Also, you need to register day of arrival to Europe beforehand. I put the card into my turned off phone shortly before landing in Lisbon. It was working as soon as the phone was on. I used the card for goggling restaurants, points of interest and other info. The major use of data was related to directions, either on car, walking, public transportation, etc. I visited 4 countries, and only had issues with the data loss in Barcelona for a short periods of time when directions would abruptly cease to work. But the issue did not last for more than several minutes. Places that connection was great: Portugal (Lisbon, Nazare, Porto, Sintra, Aveiro and in between); Spain (Madrid, Cuenca, Toledo); Germany (Freiburg), France (Colmar, Strasbourg). I had some issues in Barcelona as mentioned above.I did not have that much experience with the calling, which supposedly should be working. I attempted to dial AirBNB owner in Porto and call went through but was not picked up. When calling in Lisbon, I could not confirm if it was an issue with the card or network, but call did not appear to go through. However, this card 100% served the purpose for my trip and more. Highly recommend. I was able to use it as a hot spot for 2 devices with no issue.

1.0 out of 5 stars Over priced nightmare

P.M. · July 31, 2024

This is a reseller of SIMS. The factory packaging is clearly labelled 'not for resale'; so if anything goes wrong you are on your own. The 3 contract clearly states that the SIM is meant for use based in the UK. So buying this card to travel around Europe is not a good idea. The seller claims that its easy to top up the card, but this is not the case. The phone app for tracking usage worked OK but the account wouldn't let me top up because 3 didn't know who I was and wouldn't let me modify my account. I was eventually able to call 3 and top up (like all big companies 3 is not easy to communicate with) but then it turned out that I couldn't use the data I had purchased because I had hit the 12 GB monthly roaming limit (I was in France at the time). So two weeks into my trip I had to abandon the SIM and all the money I had put on it and get a new SIM. Buying a SIM card directly from the cell phone company that operates in your destination country ensures that you know the terms of the SIM card you have purchased and is also significantly cheaper. You have to do a bit of research and these companies sell directly to you (not on Bolo), but its a vastly better way to go.

5.0 out of 5 stars The item that will be sent to you is different than the picture, but I now understand that it's fine

P.M. · March 13, 2024

Please note that at first it seems like they are sending you the wrong item but they aren't. I initially got very upset with the seller because some of the reviews are all over the place and I didn't understand, but the seller was very responsive by email. The first confusing part is that the picture doesn't match what they send. That is OK. The picture is of the older Three 10gb sim card that it seems they don't sell anymore. If they do, it is hard to find. My confusion was that this was the card I had used in the past and it worked great. That card automatically loaded the 10gb plan. The card you will receive from this company, is a Three pay as you go sim card. I actually installed it in the US, before we left. Most people don't do that, but it installed just fine, Three texts the UK Phone number, and I had no trouble setting up a Three account with the Three App. What confused me, was at that point, if you check your plan it says 0 balance and 0 data. Do Not Worry. On the sim card packaging is the website for the seller. You register the simcard with them and tell them when you want it activated. Once it's activated by the seller, the calling, texting and 10gb data plan good for 1 month shows up in your account. I think it may even be possible to use this card again in the future by topping it up with another data plan, but I read someplace that you have to have UK credit card to do that, but I would check with the seller. Now that I understand the process, I would buy this again.