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Nomad eSIM Review

Strong per-GB rates in Europe and competitive pricing across 200 countries.

$1.40
From $/GB
4.3/5
Rating
200
Countries
30-day refund
Refund
2020
Founded

Headquartered in Santa Clara, CA

Price Summary:

Second-best per-GB value. Nomad prices aggressively in Switzerland, Norway, and much of Central Europe, and holds competitive rates in most other markets. Straightforward plans with no hidden surcharges.

Our assessment

Nomad scores

8.6/10
Excellent value

Second-best per-GB value. Nomad prices aggressively in Switzerland, Norway, and much of Central Europe, and holds competitive rates in most other markets. Straightforward plans with no hidden surcharges.

Per-GB Rate
8.8
Plan Range
8.2
Hidden Costs
9
Value Retention
8.4
At a glance

Pros and cons

Pros
  • +Plans from $1.40/GB with straightforward no-frills pricing
  • +Cheapest provider in several European markets
  • +Simple activation process
  • +30-day refund policy
  • +No hidden fees or checkout surcharges
Cons
  • −Higher per-GB cost than HelloRoam in most markets
  • −Basic app with fewer features
  • −No tethering on some plans
Quick answers

Nomad — common questions answered

Is Nomad expensive?

Nomad averages $3.20/GB, ranking #4 of 5 tracked providers. HelloRoam is 139% cheaper at $1.34/GB average. Nomad plans start from $1.40/GB. Verified June 2026.

Is Nomad worth it?

Nomad is the cheapest provider in 0 of 0 tracked countries (0%). Average rate: $3.20/GB. Nomad covers 200 countries with 71 plans. Refund policy: 30-day refund. Rating: 4.3/5. Verified June 2026.

Nomad prices

How Nomad compares, country by country

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Nomad
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FAQ

Nomad — frequently asked

Nomad averages $3.20/GB across 200 countries, making it one of the most competitive options among the 5 tracked providers. Second-best per-GB value. Nomad prices aggressively in Switzerland, Norway, and much of Central Europe, and holds competitive rates in most other markets. Straightforward plans with no hidden surcharges. Rankings are recalculated weekly using live pricing from all providers. Check any country page for a side-by-side comparison of Nomad against Airalo, Holafly, Saily, and Nomad for that specific destination.
Nomad covers 200 countries as of May 2026. Plans from $1.40/GB with straightforward no-frills pricing Coverage spans all 6 major regions — Asia, Europe, Americas, Middle East, Africa, and Oceania. Country-level pages list every Nomad plan with exact pricing, data caps, and validity periods so you can compare before buying.
Nomad scores 8.6/10 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 Nomad varies by plan and destination. Some plans explicitly permit it; others restrict or charge extra. Check the specific plan details on Nomad's website before purchasing if hotspot access matters to you. As of May 2026 no blanket tethering guarantee applies across all 200 countries.
Nomad offers a 30-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 2020 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA. Contact their support team directly to confirm current terms before purchasing.