Updated September 30, 2026 · TariffCue Editorial Team
cellcard vs Melita
cellcard vs Melita: the differences
| Compare |  cellcard |  Melita |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $1 | €4.95 |
| Reference plan prices | AO MOBILE $1: $1/month, 8GB, 7 days prepaid | AO MOBILE 5G $2: $2/month, 30GB, 7 days prepaid | AO MOBILE 5G $6: $6/month, 90GB, 30 days prepaid | Endless Data: 14.95 per month, unlimited data, 24-month contract | Endless Global: 29.95 per month, unlimited data, 24-month contract | Pockit Pass L: 5 per bundle first 6 then 12, 28 days, prepaid |
| EU roaming | Paid | Included |
| Markets | KH | MT |
| Unlimited plan price | Not confirmed | €4.95 |
| Wi-Fi calling | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Roaming countries | 20 | Not confirmed |
| Data rollover | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Multi-line discount | Not confirmed | Yes |
Same on both: Seller type (Network), SIM-only (Yes), 5G (Yes), eSIM (Yes).
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Key differences
- Founded is lower at Melita: 1992 vs 1996.
- Contract length: only Melita offers 24.
- Markets: only cellcard offers KH.
- Markets: only Melita offers MT.
Our verdict on each
cellcard
Cellcard is a Cambodian network that suits visitors and prepaid users who want data at a low entry price rather than a long fixed term. The AO MOBILE range starts at $1, sold on prepaid and contract terms with an eSIM option and rollover on the bundles, so a short stay costs little.
Melita
Melita is a Malta network with cheap entry at €4.95 and unlimited data plans priced at €4.95. It suits households and travellers who want one operator for contract and prepaid, and readers who value an established local network over roaming reach.
Score breakdown
| Area | cellcard | Melita |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.9HigherEntry price of $1 puts cellcard at 17 of 258 brands compared on starting price. | 9.6Entry price sits well under the sim only median of €9.30 and unlimited price ranks high on 10 of 173. |
| Offer | 8.85G, eSIM, data rollover and roaming across 20 countries destinations all sit inside a 1-month plan. | 8.9HigherFeatures list Sim only, 5G, Esim, Wifi calling and a multi line discount, and unlimited data plans sit under the €23.19 unlimited median. |
| Trust | 9.6CamGSM Plc. has traded since 1996 as a network, and support runs on chat and help centre. | 9.8HigherOperates as a network seller type under Melita Ltd., founded 1992 and based in MT, which supports a stable operator record. |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | cellcard | Melita |
|---|---|---|
| SIM-only deals | 58 of 416 | 62 of 416 |
| Mobile networks | 36 of 319 | 38 of 319 |
| Prepaid phone plans | 56 of 367 | 60 of 367 |
| Phone plans with eSIM | 73 of 389 | 76 of 389 |
Where these facts come from
cellcard
- cellcard.com.kh: 16 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Melita
- melita.com: 17 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | cellcard | Melita |
|---|---|---|
| Billing | Prepaid, Contract | Contract, Prepaid |
| Contract length | 1 | 1, 24Covers more |
| Legal entity | CamGSM Plc. | Melita Ltd. |
| Headquarters | Cambodia | Malta |
| Founded | 1996 | 1992Lower |
| Support channels | Chat, Help centre | Help centre, Chat |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | cellcard | Melita | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unlimited plan price | Not confirmed | €4.95lowest quarter | €19.99 |
| Roaming countries | 20lowest quarter | Not confirmed | 100 |
Median across 176 listed providers.
Pros and cons
cellcard
Pros
- AO MOBILE plans start at $1, and each prepaid bundle rolls leftover data into the next period.
- Plan contracts run 1 month and billing is prepaid and contract, so a trip does not need a long fixed term.
- An eSIM gets you a line without a store visit, and roaming reaches 20 countries destinations.
Cons
- Roaming is a paid add-on rather than part of the bundle, so the 20 countries destinations cost extra on top of the plan.
- Support runs on chat and help centre only, so a line fault means a chat or a store rather than a call.
- Billing is prepaid and contract, so there is no rolling monthly option of the kind yesss! lists in contract, rolling and prepaid.
Melita
Pros
- Entry pricing of €4.95 sits well below the sim only median of €9.30.
- Unlimited data pricing of €4.95 ranks 10 of 173 on price.
- Core features cover Sim only, 5G, Esim and Wifi calling, with a multi line discount for families.
Cons
- Support runs on help centre and chat only, with no phone or email channel listed.
- Coverage is confined to the MT market, so the plans do not travel far beyond the island.
- The unlimited data price of €4.95 is the entry figure, and pricier unlimited tiers are listed separately in the reference plan prices.
Who each suits
cellcard
Who it suits
- Travellers who want data working before they land, since an eSIM is available and a SIM can be taken without a new handset.
- Prepaid users who top up only when they run low, since rollover carries unused data forward and plan contracts run 1 month.
- People who want 5G on a plan that does not tie them in, since the same bundles cover speed and leftover data.
Who should look elsewhere
- Travellers who expect roaming inside the bundle, since cellcard sells roaming as a paid add-on on top of the plan.
- Buyers after a rolling bill, since yesss! lists contract, rolling and prepaid terms and cellcard bills on prepaid and contract.
Melita
Who it suits
- Malta households wanting a single operator for a contract line and a prepaid line
- Travellers who mainly stay in Malta and value cheap local data over roaming reach
- Families combining lines to use the multi line discount
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers who need a named phone support line, since support runs on help centre and chat
- Anyone needing multi country coverage, as plans serve the MT market
- Readers comparing against yesss for prepaid flexibility, since yesss bills on contract, rolling and prepaid
Country by country
| Country | cellcard | Melita |
|---|---|---|
| Cambodia | Yes | No |
| Malta | No | Yes |
Questions about each
cellcard
What does a Cellcard plan cost at the start?+
The AO MOBILE range starts at $1 for a prepaid bundle, with a 5G version of the same range sitting higher. Billing is on prepaid and contract terms, and plan contracts run 1 month. In practice you are buying a bundle and topping up again rather than signing a long fixed deal.
Do prices rise when I renew?+
Renewal is simply the next top up on prepaid and contract terms, with plan contracts of 1 month. The AO MOBILE bundles are listed as monthly prepaid plans, so the same bundle price applies each time you buy one. That is easier to budget than a subscription with a cheaper opening month that turns into a higher charge.
Melita
How much does a SIM only plan cost with Melita?+
Entry on a SIM only line starts at €4.95, below the sim only median of €9.30. Contract terms run 1 and 24, so the shortest term keeps the commitment light. Unlimited data pricing is listed separately at €4.95.
Is there a rolling monthly plan or is everything a contract?+
Billing covers contract and prepaid, so prepaid bundles are available for short periods. The prepaid option in the reference plan prices steps up in price after a set number of renewals. Anyone wanting a rolling month to sit alongside a contract line has fewer options here.