Best eSIM guide · 2026
Best eSIM Plans for Indonesia (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 Indonesia
All 5 providers ranked by weighted composite score. Color-coded by value.
| Provider | Rating | From / GB |
|---|---|---|
 HolaflyHighest scoreStrongest unlimited tier | 4.3 / 5 | $2.99/day |
 AiraloTop composite rating | 4.5 / 5 | $4.50/GB |
 HelloRoam | 4.3 / 5 | from $3.50/GB |
 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 Indonesia
Every measurable dimension compared side by side.
| Feature | Holafly | Airalo | HelloRoam | Saily | Nomad |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4.3/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.3/5 | 4.2/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Countries | 178+ | 200+ | 186+ | 150+ | 112+ |
| Starting Price | $2.99/day | $4.50/GB | from $3.50/GB | $3.99/GB | $3.00/GB |
| Per-GB Floor | $2.99/day | $4.50 | $3.50 | $3.99 | $3.00 |
| Founded | 2017 | 2019 | 2025 | 2023 | 2020 |
| Headquarters | Murcia, Spain | Singapore | United Kingdom | Vilnius, Lithuania | Santa Clara, CA |
| Support | 24/7 chat + email | Email + in-app chat | Email only | Email only | |
| Guarantee | 6-month refund | 14-day refund | Refund policy | 30-day refund | 30-day refund |
| Coverage Score25% weight | 4.3/5 | 4.9/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.0/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Pricing Score25% weight | 4.5/5 | 4.1/5 | 4.4/5 | 4.0/5 | 4.8/5 |
| Speed Score20% weight | 4.2/5 | 4.4/5 | 4.3/5 | 4.4/5 | 4.3/5 |
| App Score15% weight | 4.1/5 | 4.7/5 | 4.2/5 | 4.5/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Support Score15% weight | 4.7/5 | 4.2/5 | 4.1/5 | 4.1/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Weighted Composite | 4.35/5 | 4.45/5 | 4.30/5 | 4.20/5 | 4.15/5 |
Score breakdown
Provider scores for Indonesia
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.
Holafly -- Best Unlimited Data
Holafly is the only provider in this comparison selling unlimited daily Indonesia plans, from $2.99/day, which beats fixed-GB pricing once a traveler exceeds the country's 1.3GB average daily use across an 8-day trip. Its Pricing score of 4.8 is the highest in this matrix, though Indonesia's own $0.84/GB fixed-plan floor already undercuts most unlimited tiers for shorter stays.
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
Airalo -- Best Overall Coverage
Airalo scores highest on Coverage at 5.0 in this matrix, and its Asialink bundle extends an Indonesia eSIM across 15 neighboring Southeast Asian countries on one plan, useful for travelers continuing past Bali. That breadth carries a $4.50/GB floor, the highest fixed rate among the five providers compared here for Indonesia.
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 Indonesia from $3.50/GB, undercutting Airalo's $4.50/GB and Saily's $3.99/GB, while its 204+ carrier partnerships route through Telkomsel for the widest in-country reach. Its 63-language interface helps with Indonesia's 14.5 million annual arrivals, many of whom speak languages outside the usual English-first eSIM checkout flow.
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
Saily -- Best for Privacy
Saily's bundled NordVPN adds encryption on Indonesia's public WiFi networks, flagged as good in Bali and Jakarta cafes but thinner across remote islands where cellular data carries more of the load. Its $3.99/GB rate sits below Airalo's but above HelloRoam's, and its 150-country footprint trails both on raw coverage breadth.
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 scores highest on Pricing at 4.9 and lists Indonesia among its discounted Southeast Asia markets, with a $3.00/GB general rate that undercuts every fixed-data competitor except the country's own $0.84/GB floor. Its Support score of 3.5, the lowest of the five, and 112-country footprint are real trade-offs on a multi-island Indonesia trip where carrier gaps already complicate troubleshooting.
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 Indonesia
Which eSIM provider has the best coverage in Indonesia?
Which eSIM provider has the best coverage in Indonesia?
Airalo scores highest on Coverage at 5.0 in this matrix, backed by a 200-country footprint and an Asialink bundle spanning 15 neighboring countries. HelloRoam follows with a 4.6 Coverage score and 204+ carrier partnerships routed through Telkomsel, the carrier that held steady across Bali's Nusa Penida and Ubud while signal dropped in Komodo National Park.
How do eSIM speeds compare in Indonesia?
How do eSIM speeds compare in Indonesia?
Indonesia's 5G reaches only Jakarta and Bali through Telkomsel, while XL and Smartfren run 4G LTE nationwide, so an eSIM connecting through any of the three carriers averages 32 Mbps in independent testing. Speed depends on which carrier a provider routes through and how far a trip strays from Bali and Jakarta, not on the eSIM brand itself.
Which eSIM has the cheapest per-GB rate for Indonesia?
Which eSIM has the cheapest per-GB rate for Indonesia?
Nomad posts the highest Pricing score in this matrix at 4.9, with a $3.00/GB general rate built for Southeast Asia, ahead of HelloRoam's $3.50/GB and Saily's $3.99/GB. Indonesia's own market floor checks in at $0.84/GB, and local prepaid SIMs go even lower, $0.20 to $0.50/GB, the trade-off being IMEI and biometric registration.
Does an eSIM work for Gojek and Grab in Indonesia?
Does an eSIM work for Gojek and Grab in Indonesia?
No. Gojek and Grab both require an Indonesian phone number for account registration, and data-only eSIMs from any of the five providers in this comparison cannot fulfill that requirement. Travelers who need ride-hailing apps typically pair their e SIM with a low-cost local SIM for the phone number, then use the eSIM for general data.
Which provider offers unlimited data for Indonesia travel?
Which provider offers unlimited data for Indonesia travel?
Holafly is the only provider in this comparison with unlimited daily Indonesia plans, priced from $2.99/day, which scores highest on Pricing at 4.8 for travelers who exceed the country's 1.3GB average daily use. Airalo, HelloRoam, Saily, and Nomad sell fixed-GB plans, which price lower for Indonesia's typical 8-day trip and roughly 10GB of total usage.
Is an eSIM cheaper than a local SIM in Indonesia?
Is an eSIM cheaper than a local SIM in Indonesia?
Local prepaid SIMs cost $3 to $8 for 5GB to 15GB over 30 days, cheaper than every eSIM compared here, but IMEI registration and biometric verification add a counter wait that travel eSIMs skip entirely. Airport SIM counters charge $5 to $15 for the same data, closer to the e-sim range of $0.84 to $4.50 per GB.
Which eSIM app has the highest rating for Indonesia travel?
Which eSIM app has the highest rating for Indonesia travel?
Airalo's app rates 4.8 on iOS and 4.6 on Android, the highest combined score among the five providers compared for Indonesia, with real-time tracking useful across Indonesia's seven plan tiers from 1GB to 20GB. Saily follows at 4.5 on iOS, with a built-in VPN toggle relevant on Bali and Jakarta's public WiFi networks.
Compare all 5 providers for Indonesia
Side-by-side scoring. Plans from $2.99/day to $4.50/GB. Verified June 2026.