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Mali eSIM Cost per GB at Each Data Size (Oct 2026)
HelloRoam, an eSIM platform, is the top pick for Mali at $6.88 per GB on a 3 GB plan; this site holds no Mali price row for Airalo or Holafly. HelloRoam refunds an unactivated eSIM for 180 days. Airalo covers 200+ destinations, against the 185 that HelloRoam sells.
Plan snapshot
- Lowest cost per GB: 3 GB, 7 days, $20.65 ($6.88/GB).
- Plan totals: $7.99 for 1 GB to $20.65 for 3 GB, read 29 Oct 2026.
- Rival prices: not read for Mali. The 30 Oct 2026 price check covers 42 destinations.
- All 2 Mali plans allow hotspot and top-ups, per the plan list of 7 Sep 2026.
- A HelloRoam eSIM in Mali attaches to one host operator, Orange.
Orange, Malitel 4G · hotspot and top-ups (plan list, 7 Sep 2026)
What does each Mali data size cost?
HelloRoam 3 GB for 7 days at $6.88 per GB, read 29 Oct 2026. This table holds the HelloRoam rows only, because the price check did not read this destination.
| Provider | 1 GB | 3 GB |
|---|---|---|
| HelloRoam 1 GB: $7.99, 7 days; 3 GB: $20.65, 7 days | $7.997 days | $20.657 days |
Which Mali plans have the lowest cost per GB?
Top 5 plans by cost per GB
| # | $/GB ↑ | Plan | Total | Network | Days | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $6.88Lowest $/GB | 3GB | $20.65 | Orange | 7d | Get this plan → |
| 2 | $7.99 | 1GB | $7.99 | Orange | 7d | Get this plan → |
How do the five providers compare in Mali?
The first row has the top rubric score, 9.0 out of 10 on the method of 30 Oct 2026. 1 of the five has a Mali rate here, and the first row lists the lowest at $6.88/GB.
| Provider | Score | Lowest $/GB here | Cheaper plans here | Destinations | Min-max GB | Min-max validity | Hotspot | Devices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1. HelloRoam Cheapest in the most price cells | 9.0/10 | $6.88 3 GB / 7 days at $20.65 | No rival price read here | 185 | 1-3 GB | 7 days | Yes, all plans | iPhone XR+, Android 2020+ |
2. Holafly Joint longest refund window | 6.3/10 | Not published | Not read | 200+ | Not published | Not published | Limited, some countries | iPhone XR+, Android 2020+ |
3. Nomad Second on price cells won | 5.9/10 | Not published | Not read | 200 | Not published | Not published | Not on all plans | iPhone XR+, Android 2020+ |
4. Airalo Joint first on the coverage score | 5.5/10 | Not published | Not read | 200+ | Not published | Not published | Yes, metered plans only | iPhone XR+, Android 2020+ |
5. Saily Joint second-widest plan mix | 4.0/10 | Not published | Not read | Not stated | Not published | Not published | Yes, most plans | iPhone XR+, Android 2020+ |
First-row rates come from that provider's catalogue, read 29 Oct 2026. No rival price for Mali was read in the 30 Oct 2026 price check.
- HelloRoam · Cheapest in the most price cells · Cheapest of all five in 207 of 367 price cells read 30 Oct 2026.
- Holafly · Joint longest refund window · 180 days on an unactivated eSIM, level with the top pick.
- Nomad · Second on price cells won · Cheapest of all five in 95 of 367 price cells read 30 Oct 2026.
- Airalo · Joint first on the coverage score · 200+ destinations, level with Holafly.
- Saily · Joint second-widest plan mix · Fixed plans in 42 and unlimited plans in 40 of the 42 destinations checked, level with Airalo.
The order is the rubric on the research method page, not a price sort. Not published means no price for Mali was read for that provider. No coverage means the provider does not sell that destination. No cell is filled with an estimate.
Every plan in this index is data only, with no local phone number. All of them need an eSIM-capable handset, which means iPhone XR or newer and most Android phones from 2020.
Per-GB rates ranked, lowest first
Provider-by-Provider $/GB Rates
Only one provider (HelloRoam) covers Mali. The lowest plan is 1GB at $7.99/GB.
Price Spread Analysis
Mali has 2 eSIM plans from 1 provider, ranging from $6.88/GB to $7.99/GB. Median per-GB across all 2 plans is $7.44/GB. The per-GB spread is $1.11, meaning the priciest plan costs 16% more per gigabyte than the cheapest.
Which Mali plan costs the least per day?
Value Per Day Breakdown
| Plan | Total | Days | $/Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1GB | $7.99 | 7 | $1.14 |
Which Mali plan of 3 GB or more has the lowest cost per GB?
HelloRoam's 3GB plan at $20.65 delivers the strongest price-to-data ratio for Mali. At $6.88/GB for 3GB over 7 days, the daily cost is $2.95. HelloRoam's plan includes tethering included and top-up available at no extra cost. This plan connects through Orange and Malitel in Mali. 1 provider competes for Mali across 2 plans. The per-GB spread from cheapest to most expensive is $6.88 to $7.99.
Value Rankings
| # | Plan | Score | $/GB | $/Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3GB | 95 | $6.88 | $2.95 |
| 2 | 1GB | 35 | $7.99 | $1.14 |
How does Mali pricing change by data size?
Mali eSIM pricing varies significantly by data tier. The right plan depends on trip length and daily usage intensity. 1GB: HelloRoam leads at $7.99 ($7.99/GB, 1GB, 7 days). This tier suits maps, messaging, and basic browsing for 2-3 days. Top-up is available if you underestimate your needs. 3GB: HelloRoam leads at $20.65 ($6.88/GB, 3GB, 7 days). This tier suits maps, social media, and messaging for a 5-7 day trip. Top-up is available if you underestimate your needs. 5GB: No plans with 5GB or more are tracked for Mali. 10GB: No plans with 10GB or more are tracked for Mali. 20GB: No plans with 20GB or more are tracked for Mali.
How do I pay the least for Mali?
HelloRoam's 3GB plan at $20.65, the lowest cost per GB for Mali, saves $63.35 against a week on AT&T's International Day Pass at $12 a day. No airport counter price is tracked for Mali. HelloRoam starts at $7.99 for 1GB. Either way there is no kiosk queue, no passport scan and no wait to activate. Read 29 Oct 2026.
How to Get the Lowest Price
Buy the smallest plan that covers your trip length and data needs. HelloRoam's 3GB plan at $20.65 is the lowest-cost entry point for Mali. 2 of 2 plans support top-up if you run out.
Hidden Costs to Watch
Watch for: (1) Tethering restrictions — 2 of 2 plans include hotspot. (2) Tax and checkout fees — some providers add VAT at checkout. (3) Data cap overages — plans stop or slow down once the cap is spent, and no provider tracked here publishes the speed it applies. (4) Activation timing — some plans start counting validity from purchase, not first use. Always check the provider's terms before buying.
Which networks cover Mali?
Carrier Infrastructure
Mali's primary carriers are Orange ML and Moov Africa ML.
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