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Spent $300 on a local SIM card plan in Bali and it completely saved my work trip
I landed in Canggu last month and my usual international roaming was a joke, like 2G speeds. I almost missed a client call because my video kept freezing. So I went to a Telkomsel store and got their 30-day tourist plan for about 3 million IDR, which is around $300. It felt like a lot upfront, but it gave me unlimited data and a local number. The difference was insane. I could do video edits, upload large files from co-working spaces, and even hotspot my laptop reliably from a cafe. It basically turned my phone into a mobile office. I would've lost a major project without that stable connection. Has anyone found a cheaper but still reliable data provider for Indonesia, or is Telkomsel the only real option for heavy use?
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wendy6286mo ago
Check the smaller XL Axiata kiosks by the beach, they often have better deals than the big Telkomsel stores. I got a 20-day plan for half that price last year and the speed was still solid for video calls. @janarivera is right, that panic is real, so having a backup SIM from a different provider is smart. Just make sure your phone is unlocked before you go.
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janarivera6mo ago
Totally get that panic when your connection drops right before a big call! Spending that much upfront hurts, but you can't put a price on saving a project. I had a similar scare last year with spotty service during a remote work week, and it's the worst feeling. Glad the Telkomsel plan worked out so well for you.
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