Best apps to download when you move to Singapore (or just visit)

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In this guide:

Apps for everyday essentials
Apps for restaurants and food delivery
Apps for getting around
Apps for shopping

Planning on moving to Singapore? Or perhaps just a short trip? Overseas travel can always be daunting, especially if it's your first time visiting. Fortunately, our phones make things a whole lot easier, particularly when it comes to local transport, shopping, and booking restaurants and activities.

Regardless of how long you're planning to be in Singapore, we've rounded up a list of every must-have app to ensure your stay is as smooth and enjoyable as possible.

Apps for everyday essentials

From weather to Wi-Fi, here are the essential Singapore apps to download before you go.

Singpass

If you're moving to Singapore either temporarily or permanently, the Singpass app will be a lifesaver, as it means you don't need to carry around identification documents at all times—instead, they'll be available right from your phone.

myENV

Your phone's native weather app might be handy, but for the most accurate information, myENV covers all things environmental, including weather (with rain maps), air quality, and much more.

Your telco's app

No matter if you're in Singapore for a couple of weeks or a couple of years, you'll need to have your telco's app installed to buy or activate an eSIM, add roaming features, or simply track your monthly usage.

For longer-term stays in Singapore, we recommend a 5G SIM-only plan, like the popular options below.

#1	Singtel	Singtel $15 hi! 5G+ Monthly Plan 500GB data Singtel 5G network Unlimited National Calls & SMS International Roaming Deal: Port-in Offer: Pay $13/30 days (U.P. $15) for 12 months, with free 2nd month $15.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Go	$15.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Go
#2	SIMBA Editor's Pick	SIMBA Editor's Pick SuperRoam 10 SIM Only 500GB data SIMBA mobile digital network (5G) Unlimited National Calls & SMS International Roaming $10.00 Min. cost $10 Go	$10.00 Min. cost $10	Go
#3	GOMO	GOMO 5G+ Global Infinity Unlimited data on Singtel's 5G network in selected areas with 5G devices Unlimited National Calls & SMS International Roaming $50.00 + $2 Upfront Min. cost $52 Go	$50.00 + $2 Upfront Min. cost $52	Go
#4	Eight	Eight Lucky Eight 5G SIM Only 628GB data on StarHub's 5G network Unlimited National Calls 128 Messages International Roaming $14.80 Min. cost $14.80 Go	$14.80 Min. cost $14.80	Go
#5	StarHub	StarHub 5G Lite 150GB data StarHub 5G network 1000 Minutes 750 Messages International Roaming $22.00 Min. cost $22 Go	$22.00 Min. cost $22	Go
#6	M1	M1 5G SIM Only 350GB 1024GB data M1 5G network 1000 Minutes 1000 Messages International Roaming Deal: Bonus 674GB is for local data usage + $5 off first 3 months for new sign-ups and port-ins only $22.95 Min. cost $17.95 Go	$22.95 Min. cost $17.95	Go

For shorter stays, consider one of the tourist SIM plans below.

#1	Eight	Eight Double Eight Data Only Tourist Plan 528GB data on StarHub 4G network No Calls Included International Roaming $8.00 Starter Pack 30 Day Expiry Go	$8.00 Starter Pack 30 Day Expiry	Go
#2	Singtel	Singtel $12 hi! Tourist eSIM 500GB data Singtel 4G network Unlimited National Calls & SMS International Roaming $12.00 Starter Pack 30 Day Expiry Go	$12.00 Starter Pack 30 Day Expiry	Go
#3	StarHub	StarHub 4G Tourist eSIM Data Only 300GB data StarHub 4G network No Calls Included International Roaming $12.00 Starter Pack 30 Day Expiry Go	$12.00 Starter Pack 30 Day Expiry	Go
#4	M1	M1 100GB Tourist eSIM 100GB data M1 4G network 500 Minutes 100 Messages International Roaming $12.00 Starter Pack 15 Day Expiry Go	$12.00 Starter Pack 15 Day Expiry	Go

Google Translate

Although English is the de facto working language in Singapore, it's home to a diverse range of cultures and languages, so it's worth having Google Translate handy to decode signs and menus off the beaten track.

HealthHub SG

If you're becoming a permanent resident of Singapore, HealthHub SG will help you book and manage medical appointments, view and pay your bills, and access lab results right at your fingertips.

Apps for getting around in Singapore

Ride share, public transport, hire car... take your pick!

Citymapper

Google Maps might be your usual go-to when travelling, but in Singapore, Citymapper reigns supreme. It's got more direct, logical route planning (especially taking into account multi-mode transport) and offers more accurate live data for Singapore's MRT, LRT and bus networks.

Grab

Uber doesn't operate in Singapore, but Grab covers all the same bases, offering ride share services and even food and groceries delivery, just like Uber Eats.

Parking.sg

If you're planning on doing any driving in Singapore, Parking.sg is a must-have. Simply add your car's details, select the car park, add your estimated parking duration, and the app will automatically calculate parking fees. It even takes into account free parking hours, night parking, and other discounted rates.

Apps for restaurants and food delivery in Singapore

Must-haves for big nights out and cosy nights in.

Chope

Chope (a Singlish word meaning to reserve a seat at a busy hawker centre by placing down a personal item) is your go-to for restaurant bookings. There's more than 3,500 venues to choose from, with customer reviews and menus to scour.

Foodpanda

As we've already mentioned Grab, we'll look at another Uber Eats equivalent in Singapore: Foodpanda. Whether you're craving Thai or burgers, a nice bottle of red or some sweet treats, this app has you covered.

Yindii

On a budget? Yindii is Singapore's answer to Too Good To Go, offering end-of-day deals on surplus food. Not only do you get massive discounts, but you can feel good knowing you've done your bit for the environment by preventing food waste.

Apps for shopping in Singapore

Because everyone back home wants a souvenir, and you want that new pair of sandals.

Shopee and Lazada

Although Amazon operates in Singapore, Shopee and Lazada are more popular among locals. Both sell a huge range of goods including electronics, fashion, household necessities, health and beauty products, and more, with reasonably priced delivery fees. These two are competitors, so they stock a lot of the same products—perfect for finding the lowest price.

FairPrice

The FairPrice app will make your weekly grocery shop a breeze. You can order everything you need for pick-up or delivery, create shopping lists, browse limited time deals, or use the app in store to scan items as you go, skipping checkout altogether.

Zalora

Zalora is your go-to destination for fashion in Singapore. They offer fast, cheap (or free) delivery with free 30-day returns on clothing from the likes of H&M, Nike, Adidas, Mango, and more.

Georgia Dixon

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Georgia Dixon is the Managing Editor of WhistleOut Singapore and an award-winning journalist. She has over a decade of experience as a journalist and copywriter, covering everything from consumer technology to entertainment and lifestyle.

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