PikoeSIM
Excellent
Denmark eSIM
Plans from€0.27
1 GB 7 days
Nyhavn, Copenhagen, Denmark
- 4G/5G data
- One prepaid price
- Check compatibility first
- Hotspot included
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Data for 30 days
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Tech specs
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Country coverage | Denmark only. Greenland, the Faroe Islands, Sweden and Germany are outside this plan's coverage. |
| Local networks | TDC Denmark, Telenor Denmark |
| Network technology | Connects to 4G/5G where the network offers it. |
| Data & validity | Pick a fixed allowance with the validity shown. The data is one total for the whole period, not a fresh allowance each day. |
| Calls & SMS | Data only, with no local phone number, no standard calls and no SMS. WhatsApp calls or YouTube streams draw from the same allowance. |
| Hotspot | The listed networks support hotspot. Any device you connect draws from the same data allowance. |
| Your phone | Your phone must support eSIM and be carrier unlocked. Check the exact model and regional variant, because compatible phones and their eSIM features vary by market. |
How it works
Pick a plan, add the eSIM to your phone, then connect once you're in Denmark.
01Choose your plan
Choose data and validity that cover your trip. Save the setup instructions for offline access.
02Install before you fly
Install over Wi-Fi using your plan's instructions. Check when the plan's validity starts.
03Connect in Denmark
On arrival, turn on the eSIM and select it for mobile data. Keep data roaming off on your regular SIM.
Compare ways to get online in Denmark
Use prepaid data on the phone you already carry. This is how PikoeSIM compares with a rental router, home-carrier roaming and a physical SIM.
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| What matters | PikoeSIMTravel eSIM | Pocket Wi-FiRental router | RoamingYour home carrier | Local SIMPhysical SIM card |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Getting connected | Download the eSIM to your phone, then follow the activation steps that come with your plan. | Book delivery or collect a rental router from the provider. | Turn on roaming and confirm your destination is covered by your home plan. | Buy a SIM card and insert it into a compatible SIM slot on your phone. |
| Extra equipment | None. You use the eSIM-compatible phone you already have. | A separate device to carry, charge and keep within range. | None. You keep using your existing phone and SIM. | A physical SIM card. You might need to remove your usual SIM to fit it. |
| Data & cost | From €0.27 for 1 GB / 7 days. You pick a fixed allowance when you order. | Rental fees and data terms vary by provider. Check delivery, loss and damage fees before booking. | Your carrier's rates apply. Some home plans already include roaming at your destination. | Prepaid prices, data allowances and validity periods differ between local operators. |
| Sharing your data | The listed networks support hotspot. Any device you connect draws from the same data allowance. | Connect phones and other devices to the router. They all need to stay inside its Wi-Fi range. | Tethering depends on your carrier and your roaming plan. | Check that the local plan allows tethering before you rely on it. |
| Calls & SMS | Data only. Make calls and send messages through internet apps. | Internet only. Regular calls and SMS still use your phone's mobile plan. | Calls and SMS are billed under your carrier's roaming terms. | A local number, calls and SMS depend on the specific plan you buy. |
| After your trip | There's nothing to send back when your trip ends. | Return the router and accessories on time. Late or missing returns can trigger extra fees. | No hardware to return afterwards. | You don't need to return any rental device. |
Frequently asked questions.
Answers to common setup and buying questions.
How do I pick the right Denmark data plan?
To spot the best price for your needs, compare cost per gigabyte against the number of days you'll actually be in Denmark. If your trip is short and you mainly need directions and messaging, start by comparing the 1 GB / 7-day plan at €0.27 against the 3 GB plans that run for 7, 15 or 30 days. Pick a validity window that spans your entire stay, then bump up the allowance only when you expect video calls, photo uploads or laptop hotspot use. Both the 5 GB and 10 GB sizes are offered in 7-day and 30-day versions, while 20 GB is sold as a 30-day package. For a much longer visit, the 50 GB / 180-day plan is a fixed purchase and does not turn into a monthly renewal.
Which operator's network will I connect to?
Listed networks: TDC Denmark, Telenor Denmark. Connects to 4G/5G where the network offers it. Speeds and signal vary with your phone, location and network conditions.
Does the plan work beyond Denmark?
No. The plan covers Denmark only, so Greenland, the Faroe Islands, Sweden and Germany are outside it. A border crossing or a familiar operator name does not extend the coverage list. Buy a separate eSIM card for each country you add to the route.
Can I tether a laptop over the data hotspot?
The listed networks support hotspot. Any device you connect draws from the same data allowance. A laptop's background updates and cloud backups can drain a large share of the allowance quickly, so pause automatic downloads or switch to Wi-Fi for them. Tethering simply shares the same data total.
Will my iPhone or Android phone work with this eSIM?
You need an eSIM-capable phone that is carrier unlocked, and you should check the exact regional model. On an iPhone, look for Add eSIM in the mobile settings and confirm No SIM Restrictions under Settings, General, About; the exact menu depends on your iOS version. The compatibility guide links to manufacturer steps, and Android menus vary, so check your model before you buy.
When should I install the eSIM?
Install on solid Wi-Fi before you leave, using the QR code or setup link your plan provides, and save the instructions. Installing the profile and starting its validity may be two separate steps, so follow the activation guidance supplied with your order, and do not count on instant installation. On arrival, turn on the travel line and set it as your data line.
Can I keep my regular phone number for calls and texts?
Your existing messaging accounts keep working over the travel data, and you keep your usual number on the home SIM. Standard calls and SMS, including bank verification codes, still run through that carrier, so check its roaming charges if you leave the line active. This plan is data only and does not include a local phone number.
Is the data unlimited or reset daily?
Every listed plan is a fixed total for its displayed period, shared by your phone and any hotspot devices, with no daily reset and no unlimited data. There is no plan for just 1 day, so even a one day visit means buying the shortest option, which is 7 days. Match both the data and the days to your itinerary.
What if I run out of data or time?
Buy another listed plan if your trip demands it. A new purchase does not automatically extend the current plan or carry over unused data, so read the instructions before adding a second profile. Only use top up or profile-reuse options when your order actually offers them; do not assume a payment method or amount exists.
No internet after landing. What do I check?
Confirm you are in Denmark, the travel line is on and selected for mobile data, and the plan still has data and days left. Follow the roaming and APN instructions that came with your order, then toggle airplane mode briefly or restart. Move to another spot if reception is weak, and keep the eSIM installed while you seek help, noting your phone model, location and order reference.
How do I keep my home SIM from roaming?
Set the travel eSIM as your mobile data line, switch off automatic data switching and keep data roaming off on the regular SIM. Apply any roaming setting the travel plan requires only to the travel line. Calls and SMS on the home SIM can still carry separate carrier charges.
Where do I find help and refund terms?
Keep your order reference and setup details to hand when you ask for help. Read the purchase conditions for refund eligibility and the request process, since activating or using the plan may affect a claim. Do not delete an installed profile as your first troubleshooting move.
Using your eSIM in Denmark
A prepaid Denmark eSIM for travel and daily internet
After landing in Copenhagen, use the data to pull up the metro route, open a booking you saved online, or check the light-rail timetable for Aarhus. An eSIM card is a virtual sim card installed on a compatible, unlocked phone, so there is no plastic card to collect at the airport. Compare the listed data plans to match your trip length and usage. It works just as well for a tourist on holiday, a family vacation or a short work trip.
The 1 GB / 7-day plan at €0.27 is the cheapest listed and an affordable net for light use. For a longer stay, the 3 GB / 30-day plan at €1.53 adds days for maps and messages, while 10 GB over 30 days at €4.67 leaves room for uploads and YouTube streams. A trip of 2 weeks fits the 15-day option, which covers 14 days with a day to spare; note that 30 days is not always the same as one month. Every allowance is a fixed total, not a daily reset, and the 50 GB / 180-day plan is a single purchase with a fixed validity, not a monthly subscription. Compare the pricing per gigabyte to judge best value, and read the purchase terms to confirm no contract renews automatically.
Coverage in the city and on regional trips
Listed networks: TDC Denmark, Telenor Denmark. Connects to 4G/5G where the network offers it. Speeds and signal vary with your phone, location and network conditions. Save rail tickets and your accommodation address before longer journeys, because a Denmark plan cannot promise signal at sea or inside every building. Quality of service depends on your phone, location and network conditions, and no plan can promise the best coverage everywhere, so check the listed operator's maps for the places you will visit.
Already on the map.Nyhavn, Copenhagen, Denmark
Copenhagen: begin at the Terminal 3 metro link.
The metro station sits in direct extension of Terminal 3 at Copenhagen Airport. While you are still in the terminal, open your accommodation address and work out the stop and onward connection for that address. Trains run roughly every 4 to 6 minutes during the day, so there is no need to rush before the route is sorted.
Buy tickets at the station or the DSB ticket office in Terminal 3; the machines take coins and cards but not notes. If you pay through an app instead, finish the account or card setup on reliable Wi-Fi or data before you step onto the platform. Your eSIM gives internet access, not a metro ticket or a Danish phone number for verification.
Meeting someone near Nyhavn? Send the exact restaurant or quay name so the group does not split to opposite sides of the canal. If you continue into Sweden, buy a separate plan, because this Denmark eSIM does not cover the border crossing.
Save before you goSave the accommodation stop, the last walking route and your booking. Keep the ticket available however the issuer requires.
Aarhus: sort the final connection, not just the train.
Aarhus and its region mix city buses, regional trains and the Letbane light rail, which runs from Aarhus H towards Grenaa. Buy your ticket in advance, since you cannot purchase one after boarding on the city buses and the light rail. Check the destination and stop list rather than boarding on a familiar route symbol.
At Aarhus H, check your map to weigh the walk against the next local service to where you are staying. Save the host's door instructions before leaving the station, particularly if the address is a courtyard entrance rather than a street door.
Heading beyond the centre for the day? Confirm the return departure before you commit to the outward trip. Screenshot the stop name and keep an offline map of the last walk. Upload the day's photos on Wi-Fi so your allowance stays free for travel changes.
Save before you goSave the destination stop, the return departure and the accommodation entrance. Download any map you will need once you leave the centre.
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