Side-by-side city decision # Lombok vs Ericeira. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link LombokIndonesia1/6 VS EriceiraPortugal4/6 $915Lombok monthly budget $1,980Ericeira monthly budget 45 MbpsLombok internet 190 MbpsEriceira internet Decision summary Ericeira Ericeira leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Lombok Speed Fastest internet Ericeira Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Ericeira Air Cleanest air Ericeira Walk Most walkable Ericeira Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Lombok](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/lombok.md) Indonesia 1/6 Budget$915 Internet45 Mbps Vibe8/10 [Ericeira](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/portugal/ericeira.md) Portugal 4/6 Budget$1,980 Internet190 Mbps Vibe8/10 Full comparison ## Compare what matters Green marks the stronger numeric result. Text-only categories are presented without a winner. Differences only ### Monthly budget and costs 7 signals MetricLombokEriceira Total estimated budget $915 $1,980 1-bed center rent $430 $1,250 Coworking desk $105 $220 Local meal $2.1 $14 Cappuccino $2.4 $2.3 Gym membership $32 $55 Transport budget $75 $80 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals MetricLombokEriceira Internet speed 45 Mbps 190 Mbps Nomad vibe 8/10 8/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals MetricLombokEriceira Safety index 72/100 82/100 Air quality 79/100 87/100 Walkability 4/10 7/10 Female safety 7/10 8/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 5/10 8/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals MetricLombokEriceira Healthcare quality Average Good English proficiency Average Good Climate type Tropical monsoon Mediterranean oceanic Best time to visit May - Oct May - Oct Beyond the numbers ## What each city asks you to trade Costs and scores help narrow the choice. These practical strengths and limitations finish the picture. [Lombok](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/lombok.md) Indonesia → ### Strengths * Beautiful beaches, surf breaks, and island scenery * Lower living costs than nearby Bali * Relaxed pace and less built-up atmosphere * Strong dry-season weather * Growing remote-worker community in Kuta * Easy access to outdoor activities ### Trade-offs * A scooter is necessary for most daily errands * Internet quality varies sharply by neighborhood * Limited advanced healthcare facilities * Few reliable sidewalks and public transport options * Rainy-season roads and power interruptions can occur * Social attitudes are more conservative than Bali ### Common visa routes * Visa on Arrival / e-VOA (30 days, extendable once) * B211A visit visa (typically up to 180 days with extensions) * Indonesia E33G remote worker visa, subject to eligibility [Ericeira](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/portugal/ericeira.md) Portugal → ### Strengths * Excellent surfing beaches and coastal scenery * Strong international remote-worker community * Fast fiber internet is common in town * Safer and calmer than Lisbon * Easy access to Lisbon and its airport * Mild weather for much of the year ### Trade-offs * Long-term rents are expensive for a small town * Winter can be wet, windy, and quiet * A car is useful for exploring surrounding beaches * Public transport to Lisbon is slower than rail-linked towns * Summer crowds increase prices and noise * Limited specialist healthcare locally ### Common visa routes * Portugal Digital Nomad Visa * Portugal D7 Passive Income Visa * Schengen short-stay visa exemption or visa Reading the result ## Use this as a planning benchmark The headline score compares six directional signals. It does not weight personal priorities, visa eligibility, household size or individual lifestyle choices. Costs are monthly estimates, not guaranteed prices. Higher is better for quality scores and connectivity. Lower is better for budgets and individual expenses.