The cheapest way in — plans start at $1, and there are 187 destinations with regional and worldwide options. Buy in the app or on the web, top up the same eSIM without reinstalling, and get 24/7 help from Roger, their AI assistant. Frequent travellers can take the Global Monthly Unlimited plan at $54.90/month instead of buying per trip.
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The only eSIM marketplace — multiple tier-1 carriers (Orange, O2, Bouygues) in one checkout. Plans from $4.50 with 5G and unlimited options that Airalo can't match.
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Powered by Bouygues Telecom — France's #2 carrier, not a reseller. Real 5G, unlimited calls & SMS, and a French phone number included. Best for business travelers.
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7.1/10
Popular brand — but 87% pricier than SimOptions, no unlimited, no calls or SMS, and slow support. Marketing > quality.
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6.3/10
"Unlimited" — but throttled after 1–2GB/day. Fair-use policy hidden in fine print. Speeds can drop to zero. Avoid.
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📊 Quick Comparison
| esimgenius 🏆 #1 |
SimOptions ⭐ #2 |
Intl-SIM ⭐ #3 |
Airalo | Holafly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 9.8 | 9.7 | 9.4 | 7.1 | 6.3 |
| From | $1.00 | $4.50 | $14.90 | $5.00 | $19.00 |
| 5G | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ All | ✗ | ✗ |
| Unlimited | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ⚠ throttled |
| Calls & SMS | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Support | 24/7 | 24/7 | 24/7 | 2–6h chat | chat only |
Plans from $1 · Instant delivery · 187 destinations
Common questions
Which eSIM has the cheapest prices?
SimOptions — starting from $4.50. That's 30–50% cheaper than Airalo or Holafly for equivalent data, because SimOptions pits multiple carriers against each other in a marketplace.
Do eSIMs include calls and SMS?
SimOptions and International-SIM both offer plans with calls and SMS. Airalo and Holafly never include calls or SMS on any plan.
How fast does an eSIM activate?
You get your QR code instantly by email. Scan it with your phone — takes 2 minutes. The eSIM activates automatically when you land.