aloSIM
Travelers who need a phone number for calls and SMS alongside data, especially for Europe-focused trips
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Making Your Decision
When to Choose Saily
Privacy-conscious travelers who want built-in VPN-like security features alongside competitive eSIM pricing
Backed by Nord Security (the NordVPN makers), Saily combines budget-friendly pricing with built-in privacy tools and a polished app experience. The security features are genuinely unique — no other eSIM provider offers ad blocking and web protection. Traffic routing through Romania can introduce latency, but for most travelers, Saily is the strongest newcomer in the market.
Strengths
- Built-in security features (Virtual Location, ad blocker, web protection) unique among eSIM providers
- Budget-friendly pricing starting at $1.79/1GB — competitive with or cheaper than Airalo
- Excellent Trustpilot rating (4.7/5) backed by NordVPN's brand credibility and infrastructure
- Saily Ultra subscription ($60/mo) bundles unlimited data, NordVPN, and airport lounge access
Limitations
- Traffic routed through Romania can cause higher latency for video calls and banking apps
- App-only installation with no QR code or manual entry option
- Newer to the market (launched 2024) with less coverage depth in remote areas
When to Choose aloSIM
Travelers who need a phone number for calls and SMS alongside data, especially for Europe-focused trips
aloSIM differentiates itself with a free phone number included on most plans via its Hushed sister app — a unique perk that no other eSIM provider offers. The app is straightforward and the 5% cashback is a nice touch. However, the lack of a global plan and inconsistent support limit its appeal for serious world travelers.
Strengths
- Free international phone number included with most data packages via Hushed partnership (unique)
- Very user-friendly app with clear step-by-step purchase and installation process
- Hotspot support across all plans plus 5% cashback credit on every purchase
- 11 regional packages covering multiple destinations under one eSIM profile
Limitations
- No global eSIM package — multi-region travel requires buying separate plans
- Customer support bot frequently misreads questions; human support can be inconsistent
- Inconsistent speeds in Eastern Europe and limited Africa/Middle East coverage
