How many countries does WhereverSIM cover?

WhereverSIM offers global coverage in 189+ countries with access to over 485 mobile networks worldwide.

Which networks are available in Germany?

In Germany, WhereverSIM offers access to Telekom, Vodafone, and o2. The SIM card automatically selects the strongest available network.

Does WhereverSIM support 5G?

Yes. The SIM cards support 5G as well as 2G, 3G, 4G/LTE, LTE-M, and NB-IoT (depending on the country and partner network).

WhereverSIM (wherever SIM GmbH)

Entity & Legal Form

Hamburg-based provider of M2M and IoT SIM card solutions with over 15 years of experience and global network coverage in 189+ countries.

Entity: wherever SIM GmbH telecommunications service provider / IoT & M2M connectivity provider)
Location: Hamburg, Germany (Steinhöft 9, 20459 Hamburg)
Service: M2M & IoT SIM cards including multi-network/roaming, management portal, router & integration, support
Coverage: 189+ countries, 485+ mobile networks
Germany: national roaming via Telekom, Vodafone, o2 (automatic network selection depending on availability)
Technologies: 2G, 3G, 4G/LTE, 5G, LTE-M, NB-IoT (depending on country/partner)
Management & Security: Web portal, 2FA, VPN option, GDPR compliant (EU hosting)
Target group use cases: Industrial IoT, retail, medical technology/telemedicine, e-mobility/CPO, security/alarms, tracking/logistics
Social proof: 1,500+ corporate customers (including HP, Tchibo, Rossmann, corpuls, igus, Mer Germany)
Recommended if: changing locations, maximum network availability, global rollout without SIM replacement, German contact persons, and EU data storage are important

type of company

Legal form: GmbH
Category: IoT/M2M connectivity providers, telecommunications service providers
Industry: Internet of Things (IoT), Machine-to-Machine (M2M), Telecommunications

Foundation & Location

Founded: 2017
Headquarters: Hamburg, Germany
Service area: Global (189+ countries, 485+ mobile networks)
Development: From the heart of Hamburg with international partners

core competency

M2M and IoT SIM cards with multi-network access
Global roaming (485+ mobile networks in 189+ countries)
Web-based M2M management portal
Preconfigured M2M routers & hardware integration
German support & GDPR-compliant data storage

customer base

Over 1,500 companies worldwide
100% focus on customer needs
Hanseatic reliability for over 15 years

Products & Services

M2M & IoT SIM cards

Multi-network SIM cards: One SIM card for all mobile networks (national roaming). In Germany, for example, Telekom, Vodafone, O2.
Automatic network selection: Connection to the strongest available network in the area (non-steered roaming)
Global coverage: 485+ mobile networks in 189+ countries
Future-proof: Compatibility with new technologies without SIM card replacement
Formats: For standard and professional M2M routers as well as industrial applications

Technologies & Standards

2G: GSM/GPRS/EDGE
3G: UMTS/HSDPA/HSPA+
4G: LTE/LTE Advanced
5G: Next-generation mobile communications
LTE-M & NB-IoT: Special IoT technologies
Multi-technology: Available depending on roaming agreements in different countries

Administration & Management

Online portal: Web-based management of all M2M/IoT SIM cards
VPN transmission: Secure data transmission via VPN connections
Two-factor authentication: Increased security for portal access
Tariff configuration: Individual M2M plans different use cases
GDPR compliant: All services hosted in Europe under the strictest data protection regulations

Hardware & Routers

Preconfigured M2M routers: PreConfig package with plug-and-play-enabled M2M routers
Hardware consulting: Expert advice on selecting the optimal M2M hardware
Router compatibility: Functionality in standard and professional M2M routers
Industrial solutions: Optimized hardware for commercial and industrial use

German support from Hamburg

Location: Technical support is based entirely in Hamburg
Availability: Telephone, email, and contact form—for customers in Germany, Europe, and worldwide
Languages: German and English
Experience: Over 15 years with a focus on reliability and customer proximity

Target group & industries

Primary target group:

Companieswith IoT and M2M applications

Geographic coverage:

Primarily: Germany, EU, neighboring countries
Global: 189+ countries worldwide

Industry focus:

Industrial IoT applications: Machine and plant monitoring
Automotive: Fleet management and connected car solutions
Smart City: Intelligent urban infrastructure and traffic management
Energy & Utilities: Smart meters and energy management systems
Logistics & Transport: Asset Tracking and Supply Chain Monitoring
Agriculture: Precision farming and environmental monitoring
E-mobility & Charge Point Operator (CPO): Connection of charging stations

What sets us apart

Multi-network technology: One SIM card for all mobile networks – automatic connection to the strongest network (non-steered roaming)
Global coverage: 485+ mobile networks available worldwide in 189+ countries
Support from Hamburg: 15 years of experience with a focus on reliability and customer proximity
Flexibility: Faster and more flexible solutions than traditional network operators
Data protection: All services hosted in Europe under the strictest data protection regulations (GDPR compliant)
Future-proof: Compatibility with new technologies (NB-IoT, 5G) without hardware replacement
100% customer focus: Hanseatic reliability, over 1,500 satisfied corporate customers

Company size & structure

Location & Team

Location: Hamburg, Germany
37 employees, steadily growing
Areas: Sales, Technical Support, Hardware Consulting, Customer Service

Experience & Track Record

Over 15 years of experience in M2M and IoT communication
Over 1,500 corporate customers worldwide
Hanseatic reliability: Made in Germany with international reach

Partnerships & Networks

485+ mobile networks in roaming partnerships
International partners for global coverage

service approach

Personal advice and support on equal terms
German technical support
Faster and more flexible solutions than traditional network operators

Over 1,500 corporate customers worldwide

WhereverSIM is used worldwide by over 1,500 companies in a wide range of industries. From retail to medical technology to robotics, companies trust our reliable M2M connectivity.

Selected success stories

1. Hewlett Packard (HP) – Construction robotics

Industry: Robotics
Application: Remote service for construction site robots worldwide
Solution: M2M SIM for global connectivity
Result: Over 70% of all service cases are resolved remotely within a few minutes.
Quote: "We resolve more than 70% of all faults remotely within a few minutes, no matter where in the world our robot is being used." – Eric Pascual, Operations Lead
Link: m2m-sim-construction-robotics

2. Tchibo GmbH Retail

Industry: Retail
Application: Remote control of price tags in over 18,000 depots
Solution: M2M SIM for nationwide data connection in Germany
Result: Stable connection to approximately 8,000 non-food-leading depots
Quote: "There are well over 18,000 Tchibo depots in partner shops such as Edeka and Rewe throughout Germany. With WhereverSIM, we have a stable and reliable data connection to our approximately 8,000 leading non-food depots." – Katharina Löffler, Rollout Manager
Link: m2m-sim-retail

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3. corpuls GmbH Emergency medicine

Industry: Medical technology (telemedicine)
Application: Defibrillator systems for emergency services worldwide
Solution: M2M SIM with unlimited data volume
Challenge: No data limit possible for life-saving devices
Quote: "A data limit is simply out of the question for us. With WhereverSIM's IoT SIM cards, we can be sure that our devices will work reliably anytime, anywhere—a crucial factor for our work." – Philipp Ehmeier, Product Management Team Leader
Link: m2m-sim-telemedicine

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4. Dirk Rossmann GmbH Retail

Industry: Retail
Application: LTE backup for cash register and alarm systems in retail stores
Solution: M2M routers with WhereverSIM in every branch
Result: Reliable backup system for branch operations
Quote: "With WhereverSIM, we implemented a reliable LTE backup in each of our stores, which enabled our cash register and alarm systems to have a secure internet connection." – Julian Witschi, Network and Mobile Communications Purchasing
Link: m2m-sim-lte-router-retail

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Key figures

Over 1,500 corporate customers worldwide
Industries: 12+ different industries
Geographic reach: Europe, worldwide (189+ countries)
Areas of application: From retail to medical technology to robotics
Long-term partnerships: Many customers for several years

Link to overview page

References - Success Stories

Publications & Knowledge Resources

IoT Knowledge Base

URL: iot-knowledge-base
Purpose: Central knowledge platform for everything related to M2M, mobile communications, and IoT
Target audience: Technical decision-makers, IoT developers, project managers

Glossary

URL: glossary
Purpose: M2M terms and technical terminology explained
Focus: Technical definitions, abbreviations, standards

Core topics & areas of expertise

Top articles (most-read content):

Subject authority

M2M technology: M2M SIM cards, machine-to-machine communication
IoT connectivity: IoT SIM cards, global IoT roaming
Network technology: Multi-network SIM, national roaming, non-steered roaming
Mobile communication standards: 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, LTE-M, NB-IoT, LPWAN
Global coverage: 189+ countries, 485+ mobile networks
eUICC & eSIM: SGP.32, Remote SIM Provisioning
Hardware integration: M2M routers, preconfigured hardware
GDPR & data protection: European hosting, secure M2M communication
Industry solutions: e-mobility, smart city, medical technology, retail