Travel eSIM providers compared
Airalo · Nomad · Saily · Holafly · aloSIM
The five biggest travel eSIM providers split into two pricing models: fixed-data (Airalo, Nomad, Saily, aloSIM — you pay per GB) and unlimited per-day (Holafly). No one provider is always cheapest: Saily tends to win on small 1–3 GB plans, Nomad on 5 GB+ by price-per-GB, while Airalo and aloSIM have the widest coverage. Pick your destination to see them ranked.
Data as of June 2026.
Price snapshot: eSIM prices change frequently — this is a June 2026 snapshot; confirm the current price on the provider site before buying.
Provider overview
| Provider | Model | Coverage | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airalo | Fixed data | 200+ countries | Widest coverage; cheap 1GB starters |
| Nomad | Fixed data | 170+ countries | Often cheapest $/GB on 5GB+ plans |
| Saily | Fixed data | 150+ countries | Cheapest 1GB/3GB; security extras |
| Holafly | Unlimited (per day) | 190+ countries | Heavy users who want no GB cap |
| aloSIM | Fixed data | 190+ countries | Airalo-like coverage; discount codes |
Provider guides
The largest eSIM marketplace, covering 200+ countries and regions.
NomadFixed-data eSIMs that are often a few cents per GB cheaper than Airalo on larger plans.
SailyNord Security's (NordVPN) eSIM, with low entry prices and built-in security features.
HolaflyUnlimited-data eSIMs priced per day — best for heavy users who don't want to track GB.
aloSIMA Canada-based fixed-data eSIM marketplace, comparable in price and coverage to Airalo.
Compare by destination
See every provider ranked by price-per-GB for your trip: browse all countries or regional & global plans.
Last updated: 2026-06-18