Saily is already a strong all-round travel eSIM, with fixed and unlimited plans, global coverage, unrestricted hotspot use and built-in security features. So the real question isn’t whether there are other eSIM providers, but when one of them might be a better fit for your trip.

In this guide, we compare the best Saily alternatives based on practical differences such as data options, calls and SMS, hotspot use, group travel, recurring trips and plan flexibility. The goal is to help you decide which provider makes the most sense for your specific needs, rather than simply ranking them from best to worst.

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Saily alternatives at a glance

The best Saily alternative depends on what Saily doesn’t quite give you for a particular trip. Some providers stand out for group travel, others for calls and SMS, unlimited data, recurring plans or simply convenience.

Here’s how the main alternatives compare at a glance.

Provider	Plan types	Calls/SMS	Hotspot	Standout feature	Best for
Saily	Fixed + unlimited	Optional U.S. number	Unrestricted	Security features + reusable eSIM	Most general travel needs
Airalo	Fixed + unlimited	Available on some plans	Unrestricted	Broad plan flexibility	Travellers wanting calls/SMS options
Holafly	Unlimited only	Data only	Usually limited	Flexible unlimited durations	Heavy-data users
Vodafone	Fixed + unlimited	Data only	Supported in some destinations	Travel Together	Groups
Revolut	Fixed only	Data only	Not clearly disclosed	Integrated into Revolut	Existing Revolut users
Ubigi	Fixed + unlimited	Data only	Supported	Monthly/annual plans + some less-common destinations	Repeat travellers

Is Saily actually worth replacing?

Saily is already a strong all-round travel eSIM. It offers fixed-data and unlimited plans, country, regional and global coverage, unrestricted hotspot use, and built-in security features including an ad blocker, web protection and virtual location.

It is also more flexible than it might first appear. Saily lets you keep the same eSIM installed and add new destinations for future trips, while an optional U.S. phone number can be added for calls and SMS. Standard plans themselves remain data-only, however, and the phone-number feature is separate from the normal eSIM plan.

Its unlimited plans also come with fair-use limits that vary by destination. For example, the plans we checked included 3 GB of unrestricted-speed data per day in Brazil and 5 GB per day in Spain, before speeds were reduced to up to 1 Mbps.

So for many travellers, there may be no strong reason to replace Saily at all. An alternative becomes more interesting when you have a specific requirement that another provider handles better.

For a closer look at the service itself, see our Saily eSIM Review.

When to choose another eSIM provider instead of Saily

Saily covers most travel needs well, so switching only makes sense when another provider offers something that better matches your trip. Here’s where each alternative has a clearer advantage.

Airalo

Airalo is a strong alternative if you want calls and SMS included with your travel eSIM. While most Airalo plans are data-only, some destination and regional plans include calling and texting, whereas Saily’s standard eSIM plans are data-only and its phone-number option is a separate U.S. number add-on.

Both providers offer fixed-data and unlimited plans, global coverage options and unrestricted hotspot sharing, so there is plenty of overlap between them.

Saily has the edge if you value its built-in security features, while Airalo becomes more interesting when you specifically want a plan that includes traditional calls and SMS in a supported destination.

When to choose Airalo: When you want calls and SMS included with your eSIM in a supported destination.

Holafly

Holafly is a better fit if you want unlimited data without having to choose a fixed allowance. Its standard destination plans are unlimited-only, and one of its biggest advantages is the ability to choose very granular trip lengths rather than selecting from a small set of fixed validity periods.

That makes Holafly especially convenient for travellers who already know they want unlimited data and simply want a plan that matches the length of their trip.

The main trade-off is hotspot sharing. Holafly plans typically limit tethering to around 1 GB per day, while Saily allows unrestricted hotspot use, subject to the plan’s normal fair-use policy.

When to choose Holafly: When you want unlimited data with flexible trip lengths and don’t mind tighter hotspot limits.

Vodafone

Vodafone Travel eSIM is the strongest alternative here for couples, families or groups travelling together. Its Travel Together plans let one person buy a shared data allowance for up to five travellers or devices, with each person receiving their own eSIM rather than relying on one phone as a hotspot.

That means everyone can stay connected independently while drawing from the same pool of data, which is something Saily does not currently offer in the same format.

For solo travellers, the difference is less significant. Both providers offer fixed and unlimited data in many destinations, while Saily has advantages such as built-in security features, a global plan and an optional U.S. phone number. Vodafone’s standard plans are data-only and it does not currently offer a global plan.

When to choose Vodafone: When you’re travelling as a couple, family or group and want to share one data allowance across multiple independent eSIMs.

Revolut

Revolut is a good alternative if you’re already a Revolut user and only need a fixed-data plan. Its travel eSIM is purchased and managed directly through the Revolut app, so there’s no need to sign up with another provider or manage a separate account.

The trade-off is that Revolut is much less flexible than Saily. It only offers fixed-data plans, while Saily has both fixed and unlimited options, along with unrestricted hotspot sharing, built-in security features and an optional U.S. phone number.

Revolut also doesn’t clearly disclose its hotspot or 5G policies, and its eSIM plans are data-only.

When to choose Revolut: When you’re already a Revolut user and want the convenience of buying a straightforward fixed-data plan in an app you already use.

Ubigi

Ubigi is a strong alternative for travellers who want more than a one-off eSIM plan. Alongside standard prepaid options, it offers monthly and annual plans, which can be useful if you travel frequently or need connectivity on a recurring basis.

It also offers both fixed and unlimited data plans, supports hotspot sharing, and lets you keep the same eSIM installed while adding new plans or top-ups for future trips.

Another advantage is coverage in some destinations that are not always available from mainstream travel eSIM providers. Russia and Palestine are two examples currently covered by Ubigi.

When to choose Ubigi: When you travel regularly and want monthly or annual plan options, or when Ubigi covers a destination that other providers do not.

Which Saily alternative should you choose?

There isn’t one best Saily alternative for every traveller. The right option depends on what matters most for your trip.

• Airalo: Best if you want calls and SMS included with your eSIM in a supported destination.
• Holafly: Best if you want unlimited data with flexible trip lengths and don’t mind tighter hotspot limits.
• Vodafone Travel eSIM: Best if you’re travelling as a couple, family or group and want to share one data allowance across multiple eSIMs.
• Revolut: Best if you already use Revolut and want the convenience of buying a simple fixed-data plan inside the app.
• Ubigi: Best if you travel regularly and want monthly or annual plan options, or need coverage in destinations some competitors don’t serve.
  

Choosing an eSIM ultimately depends on your destination, trip length, data needs and how you plan to use your connection. There usually isn’t a one-size-fits-all option that makes sense for every traveller or every trip.

Saily is a strong all-round provider, but other eSIMs may be better suited to specific needs, whether that’s group travel, calls and SMS, recurring plans or a different approach to unlimited data. It’s always worth comparing the options available for your destination before buying. If you’re not sure what to look for, our How To Choose The Right eSIM Plan guide walks through the main factors to consider.