I woke up to find my Telkomsel pulsa almost wiped out by a subscription service I never knowingly signed up for. Trying to unsubscribe and get a refund through their support went nowhere and I just kept getting redirected. Really frustrating for a brand this size.
Unwanted subscription charges, no refund
I travel between Java and Bali a lot and Telkomsel is the only operator that keeps a strong signal the whole way, even in rural areas. The 4G is fast enough for video calls anywhere and the MyTelkomsel app makes buying packages dead easy. Genuinely the best in Indonesia.
Widest coverage, easy package buying
Telkomsel has kept me connected reliably for years and the speeds in the city are great. I'm happy overall and the package options suit different budgets. My one gripe is the MyTelkomsel app is cluttered with promo banners that make it harder to find what I need.
Reliable city speeds, varied packages
App full of promo ads
Coverage and call quality with Telkomsel are consistently good and I've never been let down when travelling for work. The signing-up process was painless. I'd happily give five stars if the data bundles weren't a bit on the expensive side compared to the smaller players.
Great call quality and coverage
Data could be cheaper
There's no denying Telkomsel has the best reach in the country and I rarely lose signal. The downside is that the data packages feel pricey compared to rivals and the quotas burn fast. It's a real trade-off between reliability and cost, so I'm genuinely torn.
Reliable coverage
Expensive data, quotas drain quickly