Best eSim Apps (For iPhone & Android)

Airalo App

Airalo is a leading global eSim service provider and the Airalo App makes buying and activating one of their eSims as simple as possible.

On the Airalo app you can search for eSims across 190+ countries, and once you buy an eSim through this eSim app, activate it onto your phone without the need to even scan a QR code.

I have been using the Airalo App for months now, and it is insanely easy to buy, update, and monitor your eSim plan. I would go as far as to say that it is the best eSim app for travel hands down!

Just download the iPhone App or Android App installed, you can:

• Search for a country or region
• Choose your eSim plan size
• Buy & activate your eSim in minutes

The app also allows you to manage multiple eSims across multiple devices, renew old eSims and top up on the go. It makes the whole eSim process a lot easier and the user interface is very intuitive.

Airalo is a great eSim provider too with affordable prices and a good selection of prepaid plans for most of the world, plus their customer support is some of the best.

RELATED POST: Read our detailed review of Airalo here

Nomad App

Nomad is another reliable global eSim App provider that offers a data plan for over 100 countries around the world.

With the Nomad eSim app you can search for a data plan across all their supported destinations and they usually have about 4 data plans for you to choose from.

Their data plans range in length and the amount of data but their prices are generally more expensive than the likes of Airalo.

The Nomad eSim card app makes buying, activating, managing, and topping your eSims a lot easier and you can do it across multiple devices too.

RELATED POST: Read our detailed review of Nomad here

Flexiroam

Flexiroam is another solid eSim provider that has eSim data plans for around 150 countries around the world and their list is growing quickly.

With their eSim apps on iPhone and Android, you can search across all their data plans and pick the right one for you. Their plans range in the amount of data and length, so you can usually find an eSim plan to match your data needs and trip length.

However, Flexiroam’s pricing is a bit more expensive than other eSim apps so you will most likely be paying extra.

The eSim app offers a good user experience with an easy-to-use interface and it makes buying, activating, managing, and topping up eSims across multiple devices a lot easier.

Ubigi

Ubigi is another of the great eSim service providers with data plans that cover over 180 countries around the globe.

Ubigi doesn’t just offer data plans though, you can also add voice calls and SMS messages to some of their eSim plans too.

They are up there with some of the best eSim apps as they offer a ton of eSim plans for most countries and they can sometimes be the most cost-effective option also.

Their eSim application is very easy to use – just open the app, pick from the range of eSim cards, buy, download, and hit activate. The process could not be easier. You can also manage all your eSim cards from the app and top up too.

Yesim

Yesim is another great provider and their eSim app makes everything about having an eSim a lot simpler.

Yesim has coverage in 150 countries and the list is growing. They usually have around 4 eSim plans per country for you to choose from so you can find the best option for your trip.

But, I have to say, their pricing is not as affordable as others and this is mainly due to them being a new company.

The app features a simple and intuitive user interface, making it easy for users to activate and manage their eSim plans.

However, their customer support response time may vary, which can be quite annoying if you need to be connected asap.

GigSky

GigSky is an eSim provider that has been around longer than most and this means they offer coverage in more countries than some providers, currently at 180 and growing.

They offer a range of eSim plans for each destination so you can choose one to match your data needs and your trip length. However, generally speaking, GigSky does not have the most affordable plans per GB.

Their app is simple to use and intuitive. You can search for plans across all their destinations and then simply download and activate them on your phone.

Holafly

Holafly is one of the leading global eSim providers and they sit alongside Airalo as one of the best eSim apps out there. They have eSim plans for over 180+ countries and their customer support plus pricing is excellent.

Like Airalo, they offer a range of eSim plans for each destination and their pricing is affordable. Unlike Airlao, Holafly also offers unlimited data for most of their destinations which is great for heavy users.

Their eSim app is super easy to use. You can search, find, buy, download, and activate an eSim in minutes. It also makes managing your eSims and top-ups a lot simpler and faster too.

RELATED POST: Read our Holafly Review

BNESIM

BNESIM is another eSim provider that covers most of the globe but they have a different approach to the others with their available plans.

With BNESIM, you can buy a monthly, daily, or a one-off plan. Their one-off plans are designed for travel and range in number of GBs but they have no expiry, unlike other plans.

This means you have no time limit and can use say 10GB of data for multiple trips which makes things very affordable.

Their eSim app is very intuitive and easy to use. Everything from the search functions so buying, activating, and managing your eSims is made a lot easier than doing it online.

See our full BNESim Review

RedteaGO

RedteaGO is an eSim provider that offers eSim plans for most of the world and with all eSim providers, the list is only growing.

They offer global, regional, and country-specific eSims with a range of plans to match data needs and trip length like most other providers. They can be affordable per GB or expensive depending on your destination.

Their eSim app is very easy to use and it makes finding, buying, downloading, and activating your eSim as simple as possible. Their customer support is ok, but on occasion, you can wait a while to get a response.