Is the Apple SIM pricing comparable to buying a local sim-card?

Apple launched their SIM product recently, with the description mentioning that:

When you travel, Apple SIM gives you the flexibility to stay connected in more than 100 countries and territories around the world. So when you reach your destination and want to check your email, find directions, or send a message back home, you can purchase a cellular data plan for the duration of your trip — whether it’s a day, a week, or a month.

This sounds perfect for travel as you no longer have to waste time buying a local sim-card or looking for Wi-Fi. However their website doesn't mention anything about the pricing of their plans in each individual country.

So the questions are:

Where can I find the price of using the Apple SIM in each supported country?
Is the price generally comparable to getting a local sim-card for data?

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How much does Apple charge for a SIM card?

If you didn't get an Apple SIM card with your iPad, you can purchase an Apple SIM kit in the U.S. at Apple retail stores. I bought mine last year for $4.99. They're not always out on display, so you may need to ask.

Can I buy a phone from Apple and put my SIM card in it?

All repliesYou can remove the sim from your current phone and put it into your new one. You will have to have your new carrier activate your SIM card. Apple does not activate carrier service. Once you get your new device simply call the carrier you want and have them activate your SIM card.

Are Apple SIM cards different?

There are three sizes of SIM you need to think about and they're mini, micro and nano. These are the only three SIM sizes that Apple's iPhones have worked with over the years. For a new iPhone you're going to be looking at a nano SIM.

Why does Apple recommend a new SIM card?

We recommend using a new SIM to get the most up-to-date features. " The SIM card in my current Pixel 4 is a nano sim that I first used in an iPhone SE 4 and a half years ago.

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