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I keep seeing people in Chiang Mai pay $50 a month for a sim card when you can get one for $8
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harpercampbell1mo ago
Saw a thread on a travel forum where someone ran a speed test after hitting the cap on a cheap plan. It dropped to like 2 Mbps, barely enough for maps. The unlimited plans might throttle you too, but they usually keep it usable for video. You really are paying for that consistent speed when you need it. Makes sense for people working online who can't risk a slow connection.
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sarahpark9d ago
Ugh, that 2 Mbps throttle is brutal. It's not just about maps loading slow, it means any app needing a steady connection just dies. Think about trying to send a big file for work or even a clear voice call. The unlimited plans might slow down during peak times, but they rarely drop to that useless level. You're basically buying peace of mind so your work doesn't just stop dead. That's the real cost of the cheaper plans, they sell you data you can't actually use.
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