What cell provider should I use in Dubai? [closed]

Planning a trip to Dubai/Sharjah in November from the US. I've found two cell providers over there. Has anyone had experience with either provider? Are there any others I should consider?

Du
Etisalat

Etisalat's website doesn't seem to have any pricing info for US travelers. Du is a little more helpful. Seems like they charge the following:

Connection Fee AED 49
Free recharge card included AED 20

Is it really 69 AED (18 USD) just to get the SIM card?

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Which mobile network works in Dubai?

There are two major network operators; Du (based out of Dubai) and Etisalat (based out of Abu Dhabi), and both offer coverage throughout the UAE. Etisalat is the oldest network provider while Du has been operating for just over a decade.

Which network works best in Dubai?

Etisalat UAE, just Etisalat, is the largest mobile operator in the United Arab Emirates. It also won the prestigious award for having the world's fastest mobile network of 2020. It is also the best mobile operator in all aspects in the United Arab Emirates.

Can I use my US cell phone in Dubai?

When you step off the plane for the start of your new life in Dubai, you can of course continue to use your mobile phone in roaming mode, paying the stated charges to your provider in your home country \u2013 but we all know that is going to be a very expensive option.

Which Sim we can use in Dubai?

There are three main sim card services in Dubai that you can choose from; Virgin Mobile, du and Etisalat. All of these service providers offer post-paid and prepaid mobile phone plans for calls, texts and internet packages.

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