Airalo eSIM Review

Widest coverage at 200+ countries with regional and global plans.

$0.43

From $/GB

4.2/5

Rating

200

Countries

14-day refund

Refund

2019

Founded

Headquartered in Singapore

Price Summary:

Solid mid-range value. Airalo covers more countries than any competitor, including niche destinations. Per-GB pricing runs 30-80% above the cheapest options, but regional plans reduce cost on multi-stop trips.

Our assessment

Airalo scores

8.4/10

Excellent value

Per-GB Rate

8.2

Plan Range

9.4

Hidden Costs

7.8

Value Retention

8.2

At a glance

Pros and cons

Pros

+200+ countries, widest coverage in the market
+Regional plans for multi-country trips
+Established brand with mature app
+Referral program with credits

Cons

−30-80% more expensive per GB than cheapest competitors
−Top-up prices 10-20% higher than initial plan price
−Some plans restrict tethering
−Customer support can be slow during peak times

Pricing overview

Airalo pricing analysis

Airalo eSIM plans average $2.07/GB across 7 countries. Rates range from $1.20/GB to $3.80/GB. Airalo is the cheapest provider in 7 of 7 tracked countries. Plans start at $6.00. Verified June 2026.

Quick answers

Airalo — common questions answered

How much does Airalo cost?

Airalo eSIM plans average $2.07/GB across 7 countries. The lowest rate is $1.20/GB. Airalo is the cheapest provider in 7 of 7 tracked destinations. Plans start at $6.00. Verified June 2026.

Is Airalo expensive?

Airalo averages $2.48/GB, ranking #3 of 5 tracked providers. HelloRoam is 85% cheaper at $1.34/GB average. Airalo plans start from $0.43/GB. Verified June 2026.

Is Airalo worth it?

Airalo is the cheapest provider in 7 of 7 tracked countries (100%). Average rate: $2.48/GB. Airalo covers 200 countries with 145 plans. Refund policy: 14-day refund. Rating: 4.2/5. Verified June 2026.

Airalo prices

How Airalo compares, country by country

Papua New Guinea

$1.20

Venezuela

$1.50

Taiwan

$1.80

Kuwait

$1.90

Namibia

$1.90

Ethiopia

$2.40

Lebanon

$3.80

Country

Airalo

Next cheapest

Savings

Papua New Guinea

$1.20/GB

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Only provider

Venezuela

$1.50/GB

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Only provider

Taiwan

$1.80/GB

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Only provider

Kuwait

$1.90/GB

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Only provider

Namibia

$1.90/GB

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Only provider

Ethiopia

$2.40/GB

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Only provider

Lebanon

$3.80/GB

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Only provider

FAQ

Airalo — frequently asked

Airalo averages $2.48/GB across 200 countries, making it one of the most competitive options among the 5 tracked providers. Solid mid-range value. Airalo covers more countries than any competitor, including niche destinations. Per-GB pricing runs 30-80% above the cheapest options, but regional plans reduce cost on multi-stop trips. Rankings are recalculated weekly using live pricing from all providers. Check any country page for a side-by-side comparison of Airalo against Airalo, Holafly, Saily, and Nomad for that specific destination.

Airalo covers 200 countries as of May 2026. 200+ countries, widest coverage in the market Coverage spans all 6 major regions — Asia, Europe, Americas, Middle East, Africa, and Oceania. Country-level pages list every Airalo plan with exact pricing, data caps, and validity periods so you can compare before buying.

Airalo scores 8.4/10 overall in PrepaidSIM's assessment, based on four price-weighted categories: Per-GB Rate (40%), Plan Range (20%), Hidden Costs (20%), and Value Retention (20%). Price-related factors account for 80% of the total score because per-GB cost is the dominant purchase factor. Scores are reviewed quarterly; this rating reflects data as of May 2026.

Tethering (mobile hotspot) support on Airalo varies by plan and destination. Some plans explicitly permit it; others restrict or charge extra. Check the specific plan details on Airalo's website before purchasing if hotspot access matters to you. As of May 2026 no blanket tethering guarantee applies across all 200 countries.

Airalo offers a 14-day refund. Refund eligibility typically depends on whether the eSIM has been installed or data has been used — unused, uninstalled eSIMs are most likely to qualify. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Singapore. Contact their support team directly to confirm current terms before purchasing.