eSIM Providers
We've reviewed every major eSIM provider so you don't have to. Compare ratings, pricing, coverage, and features to find the right provider for your trip.
Each review includes our independent rating, pros and cons, pricing analysis, and a detailed editorial verdict based on real-world testing. We compare 14 providers covering 60+ countries — from established names like Airalo and Holafly to newer contenders like Breeze and TooSim.
14 providers compared
Airalo
The world's first and largest eSIM marketplace with 200+ countries and regions. Known for affordable local and regional plans, a user-friendly app, and unlimited plans in popular destinations.
- ✓Widest country coverage (200+)
- ✓Affordable local plans
- ✓User-friendly app with 24/7 in-app chat
1204
Plans
72
Countries
Breeze
UK-based travel eSIM brand (Breezesim Ltd, Banbury) offering data-only plans in 190+ countries, with 5G where available and no app required — just scan a QR code.
- ✓190+ countries with local, regional, and global plans
- ✓5G where available
- ✓Free hotspot/tethering included
988
Plans
71
Countries
Holafly
Specializes in unlimited data eSIM plans for travelers, covering 200+ destinations with 24/7 multilingual support via chat, WhatsApp, and email.
- ✓Unlimited data plans
- ✓24/7 multilingual support
- ✓Simple pricing — no data caps to track
494
Plans
72
Countries
Nomad
Curated eSIM plans with transparent pricing in 200+ destinations, including unlimited plans in most countries and strong regional plans for multi-country trips. Run by LotusFlare in Santa Clara, California.
- ✓Excellent regional plans (Europe, Global, Nomad Pass)
- ✓Unlimited plans in most countries
- ✓24/7 live chat and email support
596
Plans
73
Countries
Yesim
Swiss eSIM provider covering 200+ countries with SwitchLess technology that connects to the strongest available network. Known for unlimited plans, a free iOS VPN, and 24/7 live chat, backed by 800+ carrier partnerships.
- ✓Competitive unlimited plan pricing
- ✓Free built-in VPN on iOS
- ✓SwitchLess auto-carrier switching
656
Plans
73
Countries
Saily
By Nord Security, the company behind NordVPN. Offers eSIM plans in 200+ destinations, including unlimited plans, with built-in ad blocking and web protection in a clean app.
- ✓Backed by Nord Security (trusted brand)
- ✓Unlimited plans in many destinations
- ✓Built-in ad blocker and web protection
662
Plans
72
Countries
TooSim
Cyprus-based eSIM provider offering data-only travel plans across 180+ countries with local, regional, and global options. Plans include free hotspot/tethering, 5G access in supported markets, and flexible validity that starts counting on first use at your destination.
- ✓180+ countries with local, regional, and global plans
- ✓Free, unrestricted hotspot/tethering
- ✓5G access in supported markets
472
Plans
71
Countries
eSIMo
Global eSIM provider covering 200+ destinations with data plans from $3.90, unlimited plans in the app, and in-app international calling plus optional second phone numbers. Earn 5% eSIMoney cashback on in-app purchases. Supports tethering on all plans.
- ✓200+ destinations with local, regional, and global plans
- ✓International calls in the app (from $0.01/min)
- ✓Optional second phone number with calls and SMS
360
Plans
72
Countries
MobiMatter
eSIM marketplace that sells plans from several eSIM providers side by side in 200+ destinations, including unlimited plans and some data, voice, and SMS packages. Founded in 2019 and based in Abu Dhabi.
- ✓Compare plans from multiple eSIM providers in one place
- ✓Competitive pricing
- ✓Some packages include voice and SMS
319
Plans
51
Countries
aloSIM
Canadian eSIM provider covering 200+ countries with both capped and unlimited data plans. Includes a free US or Canadian phone number via Hushed with $3 of call and text credit, plus hotspot support on all plans and a 30-day refund guarantee.
- ✓Free Hushed phone number with $3 call/text credit
- ✓Both capped and unlimited data plans
- ✓Hotspot/tethering on all plans
861
Plans
71
Countries
Maya Mobile
Travel eSIM offering unlimited data in 165+ countries and 20+ cruise lines through one eSIM you install once and reuse every trip. Plans run 3, 7, 14, or 30 days, are never throttled, and include free hotspot sharing.
- ✓Unlimited data that's never throttled
- ✓One reusable eSIM — install once, no QR codes on later trips
- ✓5G access where available
284
Plans
71
Countries
Ubigi
Established eSIM brand of Transatel (NTT group), offering data plans in 200+ destinations — capped, unlimited, and monthly or annual subscriptions — with QR code or app activation.
- ✓Wide country coverage (200+)
- ✓Long-established provider backed by NTT
- ✓Unlimited plans and subscriptions in many countries
486
Plans
69
Countries
SimOptions
Prepaid eSIM marketplace founded in 2014, covering 200+ destinations with plans from multiple local carriers per country. Offers global plans, unlimited day plans in select countries, and European plans with a real French (+33) number for calls and SMS.
- ✓Real French phone number with calls/SMS on some European plans
- ✓200+ country coverage via local carrier aggregation
- ✓Multiple carrier options per destination
502
Plans
72
Countries
GigSky
One of the original eSIM providers (since 2010), offering local, regional, and global plans — including unlimited plans in select destinations — with in-app installation and 24/7 support.
- ✓Long track record (since 2010)
- ✓Unlimited plans in select destinations
- ✓Unlimited hotspot sharing
728
Plans
72
Countries