How much data do I actually need for travel? A practical guide

The most common question we get — and the honest answer is "it depends"

But here's a practical breakdown by activity, so you can actually estimate rather than guess.

Data usage by activity (roughly, per hour of use)

Putting it together — typical trip profiles

**Light user (maps + messaging only):** 3GB comfortably covers 1-2 weeks

**Moderate user (social media, some photo posting, regular maps):** 5GB covers about 1-2 weeks

**Heavy user (lots of video calls, streaming, constant posting):** 10GB+ for a week or two

A simple rule of thumb

If you're unsure, 5GB per week of moderate use is a safe default for most travellers. It's rare to blow through 5GB in a week unless you're actively streaming video or making frequent long video calls.

What happens if you run out?

With a Proost eSIM, you can simply buy another plan if you run low — no penalty, no automatic charges, just a fresh top-up whenever you need one.