eSIM comparison · Updated October 2026

ETravelSim vs Saily

We put both eSIMs head to head on price, setup and support. ETravelSim wins all seven rounds. Here's the proof, line by line.

WINNER · 7 OF 7
ETravelSim
plans from$3.50
  • Buy on the web or in the app
  • QR by email in seconds, or one-tap install
  • Humans on WhatsApp, chat and email, 24/7
  • 4.80 from 9,216 verified reviews
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Saily
plans from$3.59*
  • App required to buy
  • Install inside the app
  • No WhatsApp support
  • 4.7 on Trustpilot*
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WINNERETravelSim
Saily
Price from$3.50
Price from$3.59*
CheckoutWeb + App
CheckoutApp only
SupportWhatsApp 24/7
SupportIn-app chat
Rating4.80 ★
Rating4.7*
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4.80★9,216 verified reviews
1M+happy travelers
2M+eSIMs activated
190+countries covered
24/7human support
The quick answer

Four rounds that decide your trip. ETravelSim takes every one.

Round 02ETravelSim wins

Checkout

Web + AppETravelSim
App onlySaily

Buy from any browser. No download, no app account to set up first.

Round 03ETravelSim wins

Support

WhatsApp+ chat + email
In-appchat + email

Message a real person from the app you already use, day or night.

Full comparison

ETravelSim vs Saily, side by side

What matters ETravelSim Saily Winner
How you buy
Website or app, your choiceNo download needed to check out
Saily: Through the app ETravelSim
Installing your eSIM
QR code by email in secondsOr one-tap install in the app · iPhone & Android guides
Saily: Installed and activated inside the app ETravelSim
Top-ups
Website, app or emailSame eSIM, no new QR code · Recharge now
Saily: Inside the app ETravelSim
Starting price
From $3.50 (USA)$4.00 UK · $4.50 Turkey, Japan, Europe
Saily: From $3.59 (USA)* ETravelSim
Rewards & discounts
Loyalty points on every orderPlus 10% off your first app order (APP10)
Saily: Best cashback tied to a paid monthly subscription* ETravelSim
Human support
WhatsApp, live chat and email, 24/7Reach us without opening an app · Contact us
Saily: Live chat in the app, plus email ETravelSim
Customer rating
4.80 out of 5From 9,216 verified reviews
Saily: 4.7 on Trustpilot* ETravelSim
Final score: ETravelSim 7, Saily 0Pick your destination and you're online in about two minutes.
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ETravelSim app · iOS & Android

Your trip's data, in your pocket

Prefer an app? Ours does everything the website does, plus a few things that make travel easier.

One-tap installNo QR code to scan
Live usage trackerSee your data in real time
Top up anytimeAdd data in a few taps
24/7 in-app chatPlus WhatsApp and email
APP1010% off your first app order
Switching from Saily?

Three steps. About two minutes.

  1. 1
    Pick your plan
    Choose your destination, data and days on the website or in the app.
  2. 2
    Install in seconds
    Scan the QR code from your email, or tap once in the app. Not sure your phone is ready? Check here.
  3. 3
    Land connected
    Set ETravelSim as your data line. WhatsApp and your home number stay the same.
Real people, 24/7

Stuck at arrivals? Message us on WhatsApp.

Saily keeps live chat inside its app. Ours is wherever you already are.

WhatsApp · +65 9236 1258 Email · support@etravelsim.com Help centre · eSIM troubleshooting
Loved by travelers
4.80
from 9,216 verified reviews
1M+travelers connected
2M+eSIMs activated
FAQ

ETravelSim vs Saily: your questions

Still deciding? A real person will answer on WhatsApp.

Is ETravelSim cheaper than Saily?

On the most popular routes, yes. ETravelSim starts at $3.50 for the USA and $4.00–$4.50 for the UK, Turkey, Japan and Europe. New app customers get another 10% off with code APP10.

Do I need to download an app?

No. Buy on the website and your QR code arrives by email. If you like apps, ours is on iOS and Android with one-tap install, a live usage tracker and top-ups.

Is the unlimited data really unlimited?

Your data never runs out. You get 4 GB a day at full 4G/LTE speed, then unlimited data at 1 Mbps. The full-speed allowance refills every 24 hours. See unlimited plans.

Can I switch from Saily to ETravelSim?

Yes. eSIM phones store several eSIMs. Install ETravelSim, then choose it as your mobile data line in Settings. No SIM card swap.

Will I keep my WhatsApp and home number?

Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your home SIM, so WhatsApp, iMessage and FaceTime stay on your usual number.

Can I use hotspot?

Yes, on supported fixed-data plans. To share data with a laptop or tablet, pick a fixed-data plan rather than unlimited.

Will ETravelSim work on my phone?

Any unlocked, eSIM-compatible phone works. Check the iPhone and Android compatibility lists before you buy.

Final score · ETravelSim 7 – Saily 0

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* Saily prices, ratings and features are taken from Saily's public listings and independent reviews, checked October 2026, and may change.

Saily is a trademark of its owner. ETravelSim is not affiliated with Saily. Back to ETravelSim home.

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