Updated September 30, 2026 · TariffCue Editorial Team
Lyca Mobile vs Twigby Mobile
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Lyca Mobile | Twigby Mobile ReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | €2 | $5 |
| Reference plan prices | Bundle XS: 10 EUR per 30 days, 5 GB, prepaid; Bundle M: 20 EUR per 30 days, 20+20 GB, prepaid; Bundle Unlimited: 39.99 EUR per 30 days, unlimited data, prepaid | Unlimited Talk/Text 2GB: $5/mo first 3 months ($15/mo after), 2GB, no contract; Unlimited: $25/mo first 3 months ($35/mo after), unlimited, no contract; Unlimited Talk/Text: $5/mo first 3 months ($10/mo after), 0GB, no contract |
| Unlimited plan price | €39.99 | $25 |
| Markets | NL | US |
| Host network | KPN | Not confirmed |
| Wi-Fi calling | Not confirmed | Yes |
| EU roaming | Included | Not confirmed |
| Credit check required | No | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Seller type (Mvno), SIM-only (Yes), 5G (Yes), eSIM (Yes), Hotspot sharing (Yes).
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Key differences
- Twigby Mobile scores higher overall: 9.1 vs 8.9.
- Support channels: only Lyca Mobile offers Phone.
- Support channels: only Twigby Mobile offers Chat.
- Billing: only Lyca Mobile offers Contract, Prepaid.
- Contract length: only Lyca Mobile offers 12, 24.
- Markets: only Lyca Mobile offers NL.
- Markets: only Twigby Mobile offers US.
Our verdict on each
Lyca Mobile
Lyca Mobile is a Dutch virtual operator for readers who want a sim only plan they can start without a credit check and use abroad. Entry pricing sits at €2, the plan runs on the KPN network, and eSIM, hotspot sharing and 5G are part of the deal.
Twigby Mobile
Twigby Mobile suits US customers who want a sim only line with no contract and eSIM support, and the price on entry is one of the sharper ones on the site. The catch is what happens after the introductory period, when renewal rates sit well above $5.
Score breakdown
| Area | Lyca Mobile | Twigby Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.0Entry at €2 with a 9 cost part, against an unlimited bundle at €39.99. | 9.2HigherPlans start at $5 on rolling billing, with an unlimited tier at $25. |
| Offer | 8.8Sim only, eSIM, hotspot sharing and 5G, plus contract, rolling and prepaid billing, scoring 8.8 on offer. | 8.9HigherSim only, 5G, eSIM, wifi calling and hotspot sharing all sit on the same plan range. |
How they place
| Ranking | Lyca Mobile | Twigby Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| SIM-only deals | 23 of 416 | 15 of 416 |
| Cheap cell phone plans (MVNOs) | 13 of 137 | 7 of 137 |
| Phone plans with eSIM | 34 of 389 | 27 of 389 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Lyca Mobile | Twigby Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Billing | Contract, Rolling, PrepaidCovers more | Rolling |
| Contract length | 1, 12, 24Covers more | 1 |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | STX Group, LLC |
| Support channels | Phone, Help centre | Chat, Help centre |
Pros and cons
Lyca Mobile
Pros
- Entry pricing of €2 puts a sim only plan at the cheap end, and the brand ranks 36 of 258 on price from.
- No credit check is required, so a line can start without one.
- Runs on the KPN network with EU roaming included, so the bundle holds up on trips abroad.
Cons
- Bundle Unlimited is priced at €39.99 and the brand ranks 145 of 173 on unlimited price, so the unlimited end is the weaker side of the range.
- Coverage depends on the KPN network as an mvno, while GETESA, Lonestar Cell MTN and yesss! are each listed as a network seller.
- Plans are listed for NL only, so this is a Netherlands option rather than a multi-market one.
Twigby Mobile
Pros
- Entry pricing of $5 sits comfortably in the lower end of the plans we price up.
- Billing is rolling and plan contract length is 1 month, so there is no long tie-in.
- Sim only, eSIM, 5G, wifi calling and hotspot sharing are all included.
Cons
- Renewal pricing on the entry plans is well above the $5 headline once the introductory period ends.
- Support runs on chat and help centre, so there is no phone line for problems that need a voice.
- The unlimited plan costs $25, a large step up from the entry figure of $5.
Who each suits
Lyca Mobile
Who it suits
- People bringing their own handset, since sim only is the only format sold and terms run at 1, 12 and 24 months.
- Travellers who want data abroad kept inside the bundle, with EU roaming included on a plan listed for NL.
- Anyone who cannot or does not want a credit check run, since no credit check is required.
Who should look elsewhere
- Support seekers who want chat or email, since support runs on phone and help centre only.
- Readers who want a network seller rather than a virtual operator should weigh GETESA, Lonestar Cell MTN and yesss!, each listed as a network rather than an mvno.
- Budgets built around unlimited data, since Bundle Unlimited at €39.99 ranks 145 of 173 on unlimited price.
Twigby Mobile
Who it suits
- US customers bringing their own handset and happy with a sim only line
- People who want a rolling monthly plan with no contract commitment
- Travellers or switchers who prefer an eSIM over a plastic card
Who should look elsewhere
- Customers who need unlimited data on a small budget, since the unlimited tier costs $25
- Anyone who prefers to phone support, because support runs on chat and help centre
- Readers outside US, where the service is not offered
Country by country
| Country | Lyca Mobile | Twigby Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | Yes | No |
| United States | No | Yes |
Questions about each
Lyca Mobile
How much does Lyca Mobile cost at the cheapest end?+
Lyca Mobile's entry price is €2. Reference prices also set out prepaid bundles by name, with Bundle XS at the small end, Bundle M carrying a larger allowance plus extra data, and Bundle Unlimited for unlimited data. The unlimited bundle is priced at €39.99, so the top of the range sits well above the entry price.
Do I need to pass a credit check to sign up?+
No credit check is required. That makes Lyca Mobile approachable for readers who want a sim only line sorted without a credit check standing in the way. You still bring your own handset, since sim only is the only format sold, and contract, rolling and prepaid gives you prepaid or contract terms to choose between.
Twigby Mobile
How much does Twigby Mobile cost to start?+
Plans start at $5 on a rolling monthly basis, with a plan contract length of 1 month. That headline figure is introductory, so the standard rate is higher once the first period ends. Budget on the standard rate rather than the opening price.
What does unlimited data cost?+
The unlimited plan is priced at $25. That is well above the $5 entry figure, so unlimited data is a step up rather than a default. Billing stays rolling, so nothing locks you in beyond the rolling month.
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