Best eSIM guide · 2026
Best eSIM Plans for Bangladesh (2026): Side-by-Side
5 providers scored across coverage, pricing, speed, app quality, and support. All data verified June 2026.
The comparison
eSIM providers compared for Bangladesh
All 5 providers ranked by weighted composite score. Color-coded by value.
| Provider | Rating | From / GB |
|---|---|---|
 AiraloHighest scoreTop composite rating | 4.5 / 5 | $4.50/GB |
 HelloRoam | 4.3 / 5 | from $3.50/GB |
 HolaflyStrongest unlimited tier | 4.3 / 5 | $2.99/day |
 SailyLeading privacy integration | 4.2 / 5 | $3.99/GB |
 NomadMost competitive per-GB rates | 4.2 / 5 | $3.00/GB |
Prices verified June 2026. Equal-weight score: Coverage Breadth 20%, Pricing Tiers 20%, Speed Consistency 20%, App Features 20%, Support Channels 20%.
Feature matrix
Spec-by-spec breakdown for Bangladesh
Every measurable dimension compared side by side.
| Feature | Airalo | HelloRoam | Holafly | Saily | Nomad |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.3/5 | 4.3/5 | 4.2/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Countries | 200+ | 186+ | 178+ | 150+ | 112+ |
| Starting Price | $4.50/GB | from $3.50/GB | $2.99/day | $3.99/GB | $3.00/GB |
| Per-GB Floor | $4.50 | $3.50 | $2.99/day | $3.99 | $3.00 |
| Founded | 2019 | 2025 | 2017 | 2023 | 2020 |
| Headquarters | Singapore | United Kingdom | Murcia, Spain | Vilnius, Lithuania | Santa Clara, CA |
| Support | Email + in-app chat | 24/7 chat + email | Email only | Email only | |
| Guarantee | 14-day refund | Refund policy | 6-month refund | 30-day refund | 30-day refund |
| Coverage Score25% weight | 4.9/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.3/5 | 4.0/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Pricing Score25% weight | 4.1/5 | 4.4/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.0/5 | 4.8/5 |
| Speed Score20% weight | 4.4/5 | 4.3/5 | 4.2/5 | 4.4/5 | 4.3/5 |
| App Score15% weight | 4.7/5 | 4.2/5 | 4.1/5 | 4.5/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Support Score15% weight | 4.2/5 | 4.1/5 | 4.7/5 | 4.1/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Weighted Composite | 4.45/5 | 4.30/5 | 4.35/5 | 4.20/5 | 4.15/5 |
Score breakdown
Provider scores for Bangladesh
Weighted composite score across 5 dimensions.
Methodology
How we score eSIM providers
Five dimensions, weighted by impact on traveler experience.
Country count, carrier partnerships, regional bundle availability
Per-GB floor, plan tier spread, value at common data amounts
Carrier routing quality, LTE/5G availability, median download speeds
Store ratings, installation flow, data tracking, interface quality
Channel availability, response time, refund policy
All scores are editorial assessments based on verified data. Pricing checked weekly. See our full scoring methodology for details.
Airalo -- Best Overall Coverage
Airalo scores highest on Coverage at 5.0 in this matrix, and its 200-plus-country footprint covers a Bangladesh leg inside a wider South or Southeast Asia itinerary, though its $4.50/GB rate is the highest fixed price compared here. Its real-time data tracking is useful in a market where average speed runs at 15 Mbps and public WiFi is limited, since travelers lean more on cellular data to fill the gap.
Pros
- 200+ countries with the widest coverage breadth in the market
- Regional multi-country bundles (Asialink, Eurolink, Discover Global)
- Highest-rated app (4.8/5 iOS, 4.6/5 Android) with real-time data tracking and hourly runtime estimates
- Airmoney cashback rewards (5-10% depending on loyalty tier)
- Established brand since 2019 with proven reliability
Cons
- Per-GB pricing higher than budget alternatives
- Unlimited plans available in select markets only, not all 200+ destinations
- Customer support slower than premium providers (4-6 hour email response)
HelloRoam -- Best Coverage + Value
HelloRoam is the primary provider verified for Bangladesh, pricing fixed plans from $3.50/GB against a local prepaid floor of $1.25/GB, and its 204+ carrier partnerships route through Banglalink-grade infrastructure across the country. HelloRoam's 186-country reach and 8.6/10 overall score make it a fit for travelers continuing on from Bangladesh into a neighboring South Asian destination without buying a second eSIM.
Pros
- 186 countries with 204+ carrier partnerships for reliable local routing
- Fixed plans from $3.50/GB across popular destinations
- Unlimited plans from $5 for short stays, scaling by duration
- 31+ local currencies supported at checkout
- 63-language interface for non-English travelers
Cons
- Email-only support with 12-24 hour response times
- Newer brand (launched August 2025) with shorter track record
- App store ratings still building compared to Airalo
Holafly -- Best Unlimited Data
Holafly is the only provider in this comparison with an unlimited daily Bangladesh plan, from $2.99/day, removing the need to track gigabytes on a network capped at 15 Mbps with no 5G. Its 1GB/day hotspot cap matters less here since Bangladesh's limited WiFi already pushes most data use onto the phone itself rather than a tethered laptop.
Pros
- Unlimited daily data from $2.99/day with no data caps
- 178+ countries covered including all major destinations
- Simple per-day pricing: know exactly what you pay before you leave
- 6-month refund policy on unused plans
- 24/7 chat support with fast response times
Cons
- Speeds reduce to 256 Kbps-1 Mbps after daily fair use threshold on most plans
- Hotspot tethering limited to 1 GB/day on select destinations
- Not cost-effective for light data users (under 3 GB/trip)
- Fewer countries than Airalo
Saily -- Best for Privacy
Saily bundles NordVPN into its $3.99/GB Bangladesh plan, a feature that carries real weight given the country's documented internet shutdowns during periods of unrest, including the 2024 protests, though travelers should expect Bangladesh's own restricted VPN environment to shape how reliably any VPN performs. Saily's email-only support trails Holafly's 24/7 chat on response time, a gap that matters more in a market prone to sudden connectivity disruption.
Pros
- Backed by NordVPN parent company Nord Security with proven privacy infrastructure
- Integrated VPN protection included on every plan at no extra cost
- Clean, privacy-focused app with VPN toggle inside the eSIM interface
- 150 countries with strong European coverage
- 30-day refund policy
Cons
- Email-only support with no live chat or WhatsApp for urgent help
- Fixed data plans only; no unlimited daily tier
- 150 countries, a narrower footprint than Airalo
- 12-24 hour support response times
Nomad -- Best Budget Option
Nomad's discounted pricing tier concentrates in Southeast Asian markets that do not include Bangladesh, so its general $3.00/GB headline rate here does not reflect the destination-specific discount it offers in Thailand or Vietnam. Its 112-country footprint and 3.5 Support score are the narrowest and lowest in this five-provider comparison, a relevant trade-off in a market where connectivity can be disrupted without notice.
Pros
- Competitive pricing starting from $3.00/GB in Southeast Asia
- Simple, fast checkout with no account required in many cases
- Lowest per-GB rates for Thailand, Vietnam, South Korea, and Japan
- Plans start at a low entry price for short trips
Cons
- Email-only support with 24-48 hour response times
- Basic app compared to Airalo and Saily
- 112 countries, the narrowest footprint among the five providers
- Limited plan variety in some countries
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about eSIMs for Bangladesh
Which provider has the best coverage in Bangladesh?
Which provider has the best coverage in Bangladesh?
HelloRoam is the primary provider verified for Bangladesh, routing through Banglalink's 4G network alongside every other eSIM in this comparison. Grameenphone holds the widest domestic footprint among Bangladesh's four carriers, though it sits outside the host network these travel eSIMs use, a gap worth knowing before you compare providers on coverage alone.
How do eSIM speeds compare in Bangladesh?
How do eSIM speeds compare in Bangladesh?
Bangladesh averages 15 Mbps download speed with no 5G coverage anywhere in the country, a baseline every provider in this five-way comparison shares since each routes through the same Banglalink network. Limited public WiFi means cellular data carries more daily use here than in markets with denser hotspot coverage.
Which eSIM has the cheapest per-GB rate for Bangladesh?
Which eSIM has the cheapest per-GB rate for Bangladesh?
HelloRoam's $3.50/GB is the lowest fixed rate among the providers compared for Bangladesh, ahead of Saily's $3.99/GB and Airalo's $4.50/GB. Bangladesh's own local prepaid SIMs undercut every eSIM option at roughly $1.25/GB, the trade-off being a passport-and-biometric registration process at a local carrier shop.
Does Bangladesh require SIM registration for eSIM travelers?
Does Bangladesh require SIM registration for eSIM travelers?
Local prepaid SIMs in Bangladesh require passport and biometric registration, a documented process that applies to physical SIM cards bought from a local carrier. None of the five eSIM providers in this comparison require that registration step, since activation happens digitally before or after arrival.
Which provider offers unlimited data for Bangladesh travel?
Which provider offers unlimited data for Bangladesh travel?
Holafly is the only provider in this comparison with an unlimited daily Bangladesh plan, priced from $2.99/day, with speeds reducing after the daily fair-use threshold. Airalo, HelloRoam, Saily, and Nomad sell fixed-GB plans instead, which price lower for shorter trips given Bangladesh's low $1.25/GB local-market floor.
Is VPN use restricted in Bangladesh?
Is VPN use restricted in Bangladesh?
Bangladesh is documented with a restricted VPN status, and the country has enforced internet shutdowns during periods of unrest, including the 2024 protests. Saily is the only provider in this comparison with a bundled VPN, and travelers should weigh that local restriction before relying on it during any connectivity disruption.
Which eSIM app has the highest rating for Bangladesh travel?
Which eSIM app has the highest rating for Bangladesh travel?
Airalo's app rates 4.8 on iOS and 4.6 on Android, the highest combined score in this five-provider comparison, with Saily close behind at 4.5 on iOS thanks to its built-in VPN toggle. App rating affects data tracking on a 15 Mbps network, not the underlying carrier, which every provider shares.
Compare all 5 providers for Bangladesh
Side-by-side scoring. Plans from $2.99/day to $4.50/GB. Verified June 2026.