Best eSIM guide · 2026
Best eSIM for Singapore (2026): 5 Providers Compared
5 providers scored across coverage, pricing, speed, app quality, and support. All data verified June 2026.
The comparison
eSIM providers compared for Singapore
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 Singapore
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 Singapore
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's $2.99/day unlimited rate suits the rare traveler tethering a laptop or streaming heavily during a short Singapore stay, since the island's 2.0GB average daily use sits well under most fixed-plan caps already. Holafly's 178-country footprint and 4.5/5 Coverage score still trail Airalo's 200+, though Singapore's near-identical 5G performance across carriers narrows that gap to a non-factor here.
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's Coverage score (4.9/5, 200+ countries) carries more weight on a multi-country Southeast Asia itinerary than on a Singapore-only trip, since Singtel, StarHub, and M1 all deliver near-identical 5G performance across the island regardless of provider. At $4.50/GB, Airalo's floor runs above HelloRoam's $3.50/GB and Nomad's $3.00/GB, a real difference on a typical 4-day Singapore trip where total data needs stay modest.
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's $3.50/GB floor beats Airalo's and Saily's per-GB rates while staying close to Nomad's Southeast Asia-optimized pricing, and its 204+ carrier partnerships connect to whichever of Singtel, StarHub, or M1 performs best in a given pocket of the island. HelloRoam's 8.6/10 composite score trails Airalo's on App quality (4.3/5 versus 4.9/5), but the gap matters less here, since Singapore's near-identical carrier performance already narrows most provider differences to price and app polish.
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 App score (4.6/5) and clean one-tap interface stand out on a short 4-day Singapore trip where setup speed matters more than long-term plan management, and its $3.99/GB rate still undercuts Airalo's $4.50/GB floor. Saily's bundled NordVPN carries less weight in Singapore than in VPN-restricted markets, since VPN use here is already legal and unrestricted.
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 Pricing score (4.9/5, the highest of the five) reflects rates built around Southeast and East Asia, and that regional discount extends to Singapore, pushing its $3.00/GB floor below HelloRoam's $3.50/GB and Airalo's $4.50/GB. Nomad's 112-country footprint is the narrowest in this comparison and its Support score (3.5/5) is the lowest, a smaller trade-off on a short 4-day Singapore trip than on a longer, more complex itinerary.
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 Singapore
Which eSIM provider has the best coverage in Singapore?
Which eSIM provider has the best coverage in Singapore?
All five providers route through Singtel, StarHub, or M1, and independent testing found near-identical 5G performance averaging 355 Mbps island-wide, with 300+ Mbps holding steady from the Central Business District to Sentosa. Coverage ties across providers in Singapore's compact geography, so Airalo's wider 200+ country footprint matters more for itineraries continuing beyond Singapore than for the island alone.
How do eSIM speeds compare in Singapore?
How do eSIM speeds compare in Singapore?
Singapore's standalone 5G network averages 355 Mbps, the fastest result in this comparison series, and coverage testing held 300+ Mbps consistently across the entire island, including Sentosa and East Coast Park. Because Singtel, StarHub, and M1 perform near-identically here, speed does not separate the five eSIM providers in Singapore the way it does in larger or less-developed markets.
Which eSIM has the cheapest per-GB rate for Singapore?
Which eSIM has the cheapest per-GB rate for Singapore?
Nomad posts the highest Pricing score (4.9/5) at $3.00/GB, with Southeast Asia-optimized rates that extend to Singapore. HelloRoam's $3.50/GB floor and Holafly's $2.99/day unlimited tier both undercut Airalo's $4.50/GB and Saily's $3.99/GB. Singapore's market-wide floor checks in at $0.74/GB, a premium versus Thailand or Vietnam but roughly 70% cheaper than carrier roaming from the US, UK, or Australia.
Do all eSIM providers perform the same in Singapore?
Do all eSIM providers perform the same in Singapore?
On coverage and speed, yes. Singtel, StarHub, and M1 deliver near-identical 5G performance across the island, so the five eSIM providers compared here tie on those two dimensions. The real differences show up in Pricing (Nomad highest at 4.9/5), App quality (Airalo highest at 4.9/5), and Support, where Nomad's email-only model scores lowest at 3.5/5.
Is an eSIM cheaper than a local SIM in Singapore?
Is an eSIM cheaper than a local SIM in Singapore?
Local prepaid SIMs cost $10 to $20 for 30GB to 100GB over 14 to 28 days, more data than most travelers use on Singapore's average 4-day trip. An e SIM skips the 5 to 10 minute counter wait at Changi, and Singapore's $0.74/GB market floor sits well under the $4.50/GB ceiling of the priciest provider compared here.
Which eSIM app works best for a short Singapore trip?
Which eSIM app works best for a short Singapore trip?
Airalo's App score rates highest at 4.9/5, with real-time tracking useful for a 4-day trip where every gigabyte counts toward Singapore's 2GB average daily use. Saily's App score follows at 4.6/5, with one-tap setup that suits a quick layover better than a longer plan-management flow.
Should I get an unlimited or fixed eSIM plan for Singapore?
Should I get an unlimited or fixed eSIM plan for Singapore?
A fixed plan fits most Singapore trips, since the average traveler uses 2GB per day across a 4-day stay, well inside a 10GB plan's range. Holafly's $2.99/day unlimited tier only pays off for heavy streamers or remote workers tethering a laptop, since Wireless@SG's free island-wide WiFi already covers light browsing without burning mobile data.
Compare all 5 providers for Singapore
Side-by-side scoring. Plans from $2.99/day to $4.50/GB. Verified June 2026.