Looking for an Airalo alternative?

Airalo is the name many travellers try first, but it isn't the only travel eSIM. If you're after a different price for the country you're visiting, a regional bundle that fits your route better, or simply a second option before you fly, SoloSim works the way you'd expect: pick a prepaid data plan, install the eSIM on your phone, and you're online when you land.

Apps like Airalo all do the same basic job, so the right one is the one with the best plan for your trip. Check the exact data, validity and price for your destination on both before you buy.

SoloSim at a glance

• Single-country plans for 202 countries, plus regional and global bundles.
• Data from $0.01 per GB.
• Fixed-data plans, plus unlimited or day-pass plans where a destination offers them.
• Buy on the website or in the app for iPhone and Android.
• Live data balance, expiry and top-ups in the app.

What to compare before you choose

1. Price for your exact trip. Compare the same data and the same number of days for your destination, not headline prices.
2. Coverage for every stop. For multi-country trips, check the regional bundle includes every country on your route.
3. What happens when data runs out. Check whether you can top up the same eSIM, and whether unlimited plans slow down after heavy use.
4. Network and speed. Look at which networks and speeds (4G/5G) the plan uses in your destination.
5. Your phone supports eSIM. Make sure your phone is eSIM-compatible and not carrier-locked before you buy.

Questions

Is there an app like Airalo?

Yes. SoloSim is a travel eSIM app for iPhone and Android, and you can also buy on the website. Like Airalo, it sells prepaid data plans by country, plus regional and global bundles.

Is SoloSim cheaper than Airalo?

It depends on the destination and plan size, and both providers change prices regularly. Compare the same amount of data for the same number of days for your destination. SoloSim shows every plan's price per GB, which makes that comparison quick.

What is the best Airalo equivalent for a multi-country trip?

Look for a regional bundle that covers every country on your route with one data balance, instead of buying a plan per country. SoloSim's regional and global bundles are listed on the destinations page.

Can I keep my old eSIM and add SoloSim?

Yes. Most eSIM phones store several eSIMs at once. Install SoloSim alongside your other eSIMs and choose which one to use for mobile data in your phone's settings — nothing needs deleting.

Can I switch to SoloSim in the middle of a trip?

Yes. Buy a plan, install the eSIM over Wi-Fi or your current data, then set SoloSim as the line for mobile data and turn on data roaming for it. Any data left on your old eSIM stays there until it expires.

Will my phone number change?

No. SoloSim plans are for mobile data. Your usual SIM keeps your number for calls and texts, and WhatsApp and iMessage keep working with your normal number.

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Airalo is a trademark of its respective owner. SoloSim is an independent travel eSIM provider and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Airalo.