eSIMs replace physical SIM swapping with scan-and-activate connectivity for cross-border travel. Holafly and Airalo offer coverage across 200+ countries and global plans. Holafly prioritizes unlimited data, regional plan flexibility, a polished app experience, and 24/7 multilingual support, targeting heavy users and digital nomads. Airalo prioritizes low-cost capped plans, simple app navigation, and 24/7 support, targeting light users and budget travelers. Example pricing shows Holafly at $29.90 for seven days unlimited in the US versus Airalo at $4.50 for seven days with 1 GB in the US.
However, when you are traveling across borders, juggling physical SIM cards becomes annoying real quick. Likely, you might accidentally break a SIM card as you constantly swap them. That's where eSIMs come in handy, no swapping, no hunting for stores, no waiting. Just scan, activate, and you're online. eSIMs are quickly becoming a popular choice for many people who travel regularly.
Coverage 200+ destinations, strong 11 regional plans (e.g. Europe, unlimited data), global plan 200+ countries and regions, including global plans with longer validity Speed 4G/LTE & 5G where available; piggybacks on local carriers 4G/LTE & 5G where available; piggybacks on local carriers Data Plans Unlimited data (no top-ups needed). Customizable data plans. Capped data (13 GB common), top-ups required for heavy usage
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