Best eSIM guide · 2026
Top 5 eSIM Plans for Cape Verde in 2026
5 providers scored across coverage, pricing, speed, app quality, and support. All data verified June 2026.
The comparison
eSIM providers compared for Cape Verde
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 Cape Verde
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 Cape Verde
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's $4.50/GB starting rate sits below Cape Verde's own $10.68/GB comparison floor by more than half, backed by the highest Coverage score in the matrix at 4.9/5 across 200+ countries. Its Discover Global bundle, covering up to 130 countries on one eSIM, gives multi-island or multi-country travelers a single connection option rather than a per-stop purchase.
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 scores 8.6/10 overall and prices Cape Verde from $3.50/GB, a fraction of the country's own $10.68/GB tracked floor. Its 204+ carrier partnerships and 63-language checkout matter in a market where two local carriers split coverage across ten separate islands.
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's $2.99/day unlimited rate carries the same 2GB daily volume threshold tracked for Cape Verde before its fair-use throttle applies, and its 4.8/5 Pricing score leads the matrix. Cape Verde's own unlimited tier tops out at 14 days in this comparison's data, so Holafly's day-by-day pricing structure fits trips that run past that local ceiling.
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 prices Cape Verde at $3.99/GB with a bundled NordVPN connection at no extra cost, useful since VPN access stays unrestricted nationwide per enrichment data. Its 150-country footprint and 4.6/5 App score still beat Cape Verde's own $10.68/GB comparison floor by a wide margin.
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 $3.00/GB rate is the lowest fixed floor across all five providers, well under Cape Verde's own $10.68/GB tracked rate. Its 112-country footprint and 24-48 hour email-only support window are real trade-offs against enrichment data's documented island-to-island coverage variation.
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 Cape Verde
Which eSIM has the cheapest per-GB rate for Cape Verde?
Which eSIM has the cheapest per-GB rate for Cape Verde?
This comparison's Cape Verde data floors at $10.68/GB on the 10GB plan. Among the five providers, Nomad's $3.00/GB is the lowest, followed by HelloRoam at $3.50/GB and Saily at $3.99/GB. All four undercut Cape Verde's own tracked floor by a wide margin, and Holafly's $2.99/day removes per-GB math entirely.
Is it cheaper to buy a bigger eSIM data plan in Cape Verde?
Is it cheaper to buy a bigger eSIM data plan in Cape Verde?
Not always. This comparison's Cape Verde data shows the 10GB plan at $10.68/GB actually beats the larger 20GB plan, which works out to $10.86/GB. The 10GB tier is the cheapest per-gigabyte option tracked across all six plan sizes for this country.
Does eSIM coverage vary between Cape Verde's islands?
Does eSIM coverage vary between Cape Verde's islands?
Yes. Enrichment data documents coverage variation between Cape Verde's islands as a confirmed quirk, tied to CVMOVEL and UNITEL T+'s network reach across the ten-island archipelago. Travelers should confirm expected coverage for their specific island stops before departure rather than assuming uniform signal nationwide.
Does Cape Verde offer a 30-day unlimited eSIM plan?
Does Cape Verde offer a 30-day unlimited eSIM plan?
No. This comparison's Cape Verde data stops at a 14-day unlimited tier, priced at $349.88 or $24.99 per day, the only one of this comparison's featured destinations without a 30-day unlimited option. Longer trips need either a second unlimited purchase or a switch to a fixed-data plan.
Does a VPN work with a Cape Verde eSIM?
Does a VPN work with a Cape Verde eSIM?
Yes. Enrichment data lists Cape Verde's VPN status as unrestricted nationwide, so a VPN app works alongside any of the five eSIM providers compared here. Saily bundles a NordVPN connection into every plan at no extra cost, an option worth weighing against a separately downloaded VPN app.
Which eSIM offers the best coverage for Cape Verde's islands?
Which eSIM offers the best coverage for Cape Verde's islands?
Airalo scores highest on Coverage in this matrix at 4.9/5 across 200+ countries, a footprint useful for travelers combining Cape Verde with other stops. Within Cape Verde itself, CVMOVEL and UNITEL T+ carry the underlying network, and coverage still varies by island regardless of eSIM provider chosen.
Which eSIM offers the best support for a Cape Verde trip?
Which eSIM offers the best support for a Cape Verde trip?
Holafly scores highest on Support in this matrix at 4.6/5, with 24/7 chat and under-15-minute response times. Airalo follows at 4.5/5 with email and in-app chat. HelloRoam, Saily, and Nomad all run email-only support, useful to weigh against Cape Verde's own island-to-island coverage variation.
Compare all 5 providers for Cape Verde
Side-by-side scoring. Plans from $2.99/day to $4.50/GB. Verified June 2026.