Highest scored on our rubric: HelloRoam (4.6/5)Compare eSIM Providers for Iraq: Feature Matrix (2026)
Feature matrix
Weighted Scores: Iraq eSIM Providers
5 providers scored across 5 weighted dimensions for Iraq.
Score Breakdown by Dimension
| Dimension | Weight | HelloRoam | Airalo | Holafly | Nomad | Saily |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coverage | 20% | 4.5 | 4.9 | 4.3 | 3.9 | 4.0 |
| Pricing | 20% | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.0 |
| Network Generation | 20% | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.4 |
| App Quality | 20% | 5.0 | 4.7 | 4.1 | 3.9 | 4.5 |
| Support | 20% | 5.0 | 4.2 | 4.7 | 3.9 | 4.1 |
| Weighted Total | 100% | 4.64 | 4.45 | 4.35 | 4.15 | 4.20 |
At a Glance
| Attribute | HelloRoam | Airalo | Holafly | Nomad | Saily |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2025 | 2019 | 2017 | 2020 | 2023 |
| HQ | United Kingdom | Singapore | Murcia, Spain | Santa Clara, CA | Vilnius, Lithuania |
| Support Channels | Live chat + WhatsApp + email | Email + in-app chat | 24/7 chat + email | Email only | Email only |
| Refund Policy | 180-day refund | 14-day refund | 180-day refund | 30-day refund | 30-day refund |
| Starting Price | $3.50 | $4.50 | $2.99/day | $3.00 | $3.99 |
Coverage
Iraq Coverage, Provider Against Provider
Carrier Routing per Provider
| Provider | Carrier Partner | Network Type | Coverage score (0-5, our rubric) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HelloRoam | Korek | 4G LTE | 4.5 |
| Airalo | Asia Cell | 4G LTE | 4.9 |
| Holafly | Korek | 4G LTE | 4.3 |
| Nomad | Asia Cell | 4G LTE | 3.9 |
| Saily | Korek | 4G LTE | 4.0 |
Network Count and Types
Iraq has 2 mobile networks: Korek, Asia Cell. Network types present: 4G.
Regional eSIM Alternative
Regional eSIM plans cover Iraq and surrounding countries. Here is when they save money. Iraq single-country entry: $4.14 (1GB). Neighbor entry-level prices: Bahrain: $3.28 (1GB); Israel: $3.99 (1GB); Jordan: $3.99 (1GB); Kuwait: pricing varies. Buying individual plans for all 5 countries totals $15.40 minimum. HelloRoam, Airalo and Holafly sell multi-country bundles that put several destinations on one eSIM; Nomad and Saily sell single-country plans only. Bundle country lists differ, so check that Iraq and the stops above are on the one you are offered, then price it against that $15.40 total.
Pricing
Iraq Per-Tier Pricing
Fixed Data Plan Pricing
| Tier | HelloRoam | Airalo | Holafly | Nomad | Saily |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1GB | $3.15 | $4.14 | $2.69 | $2.70 | $3.59 |
| 3GB | $9.45 | $11.88 | $8.07 | $8.10 | $10.77 |
| 5GB | $15.75 | $18 | $13.46 | $13.50 | $17.96 |
| 10GB | $31.50 | $27 | $26.91 | $27 | $35.91 |
| 20GB | $63 | $51 | $53.82 | $54 | $71.82 |
Airalo prices from live data. Other provider prices are estimated from published starting rates. Actual rates vary.
Unlimited Plan Pricing
| Duration | Total | Per Day | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day | $7.43 | $7.43/day | 4% |
| 3 days | $21.36 | $7.12/day | 8% |
| 7 days | $49.85 | $7.12/day | 8% |
| 14 days | $96.44 | $6.89/day | 11% |
| 30 days | $190.40 | $6.35/day | 18% |
Per-GB Value Analysis
The cheapest per-GB rate for Iraq is $2.55/GB at the 1GB tier ($4.14 total). Larger data tiers typically reduce the per-GB cost. A 20GB plan often delivers 30-50% lower per-GB rates than a 1GB plan for the same destination.
Network data
Iraq eSIM Network Profile
Carrier Routing by Provider
| Provider | Carrier | Type | Network score (0-5, our rubric) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HelloRoam | Korek | 4G LTE | 4.3 |
| Airalo | Asia Cell | 4G LTE | 4.4 |
| Holafly | Korek | 4G LTE | 4.2 |
| Nomad | Asia Cell | 4G LTE | 4.3 |
| Saily | Korek | 4G LTE | 4.4 |
Speed Under Fair Use Policies
Holafly unlimited plans in Iraq run at full 4G LTE speed until the daily fair-use threshold. After the threshold, speeds reduce. Maps and messaging still work. Video streaming and large downloads do not. Fixed data plans from Airalo, Saily, and Nomad run at full speed until the data allowance is used.
Support
Which Support Channels Each Provider Runs
Support Channels by Provider
| Provider | Channels | Real-time channel | Support score (0-5, our rubric) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HelloRoam | Live chat + WhatsApp + email | Live chat + WhatsApp | 5.0 |
| Airalo | Email + in-app chat | In-app chat | 4.2 |
| Holafly | 24/7 chat + email | 24/7 live chat | 4.7 |
| Nomad | Email only | None published | 3.9 |
| Saily | Email only | None published | 4.1 |
Refund and Guarantee Policies
| Provider | Guarantee |
|---|---|
| HelloRoam | 180-day refund |
| Airalo | 14-day refund |
| Holafly | 180-day refund |
| Nomad | 30-day refund |
| Saily | 30-day refund |
Activation and Setup Experience
Activation steps vary by provider. Here is how each one works for Iraq plans. HelloRoam: QR code via email. 4 steps, approximately 3-5 min to complete. Connects to Korek in Iraq. Airalo: QR code or direct install. 4 steps, approximately 3-5 min to complete. Connects to Korek in Iraq. Holafly: QR code via email. 4 steps, approximately 5-8 min to complete. Connects to Korek in Iraq. Nomad: QR code or manual APN. 4 steps, approximately 4-6 min to complete. Connects to Korek in Iraq. Saily: Direct in-app install. 4 steps, approximately 2-4 min to complete. Connects to Korek in Iraq. Plans activate on Iraq's 4G LTE network. Install before departure to skip airport setup delays. All 5 providers allow pre-trip installation.
Head-to-head
Head-to-Head Provider Comparison for Iraq
Two of the five providers in our Iraq matrix are Airalo and Saily. Here is where they diverge.
Airalo routes through Asia Cell (4G) in Iraq. Saily connects via Korek (4G). Different carriers mean different coverage footprints outside Iraq's urban core.
Iraq plans range from $4.14 (1GB) to $51 (20GB). Pricing score gap: 0.1 points. Both providers price Iraq plans within a narrow band. The widest scoring gap is in coverage breadth: Airalo leads by 0.9 points. Composite: Airalo 4.45/5 on the rubric, Saily 4.20/5.
Matrix analysis
What the Iraq Feature Matrix Actually Means
The Iraq scoring matrix is not a copy of global averages. Local conditions reshape provider performance.
Coverage: two operators serve Iraq (Korek and Asia Cell). Provider-carrier pairing matters for suburban and rural reach. Urban areas see equivalent coverage from both operators.
Network: Iraq runs on 4G LTE. Since all providers route through the same infrastructure, network scores track the carrier tier, not the provider. VPN restricted: Iraq has partial VPN limitations. Saily's built-in VPN scores higher under these conditions than in unrestricted markets. Pricing: plans start at $4.14 (1GB), $4.14/GB floor rate. Unlimited daily data from $7.74/day shifts the pricing calculus for heavy users. Overall spread: 0.49 points between #1 (HelloRoam) and #4 (Nomad). Provider selection matters significantly in Iraq.
Use cases
Matching Providers to Activities in Iraq
Score-weighted recommendations for Iraq travelers.
Video Streaming
Airalo
Airalo is the strongest pick for streaming in Iraq. Network Generation score: 4.4/5 on our rubric on Iraq's 4G LTE network via Korek and Asia Cell. 4G LTE handles HD streaming where the signal is strong. Holafly's unlimited tier from $7.74/day avoids mid-stream data caps.
Remote Work
HelloRoam
HelloRoam ranks first for remote work in Iraq. Video calls need a steady connection more than a fast one. Iraq's 4G LTE network carries video calls where signal is strong. A real-time support channel matters when connectivity drops mid-session. HelloRoam: 24/7 support. Iraq's moderate WiFi means the eSIM carries most of the workload.
Social Media
HelloRoam
HelloRoam fits social-heavy travelers in Iraq. Instagram browsing runs 100-200 MB per hour and TikTok 300-500 MB per hour. At Iraq's floor rate of $4.14/GB, an hour of TikTok scrolling costs roughly $2.02 on the entry tier. App quality score: 5.0/5 in our comparison matrix for data monitoring while uploading.
Navigation
Airalo
Airalo leads for navigation use in Iraq. Google Maps uses 10-15 MB per hour of active navigation. Coverage is the dominant factor: losing signal mid-route is worse than slow speed. Airalo routes through Asia Cell in Iraq. Multi-operator market: carrier reach outside urban zones differs.
Budget Travel
HelloRoam
HelloRoam is the strongest pick on a cost-conscious Iraq trip. Pricing score: 4.4/5 on this scorecard, starting from $3.50. Iraq entry: $4.14 for 1GB ($4.14/GB). Refund window: 180 days. A 180-day refund reduces purchase risk for uncertain itineraries.
Extended Stay
HelloRoam
HelloRoam fits extended stays in Iraq. Average trip length: 7 days. Unlimited plans scale: $190.40 for 30 days ($6.35/day, 18% discount). Support quality matters more on longer trips. HelloRoam runs live chat and WhatsApp.
Coverage quality
Iraq Network Coverage: Provider-by-Provider
Coverage quality in Iraq depends on which of 2 operators each provider routes through. HelloRoam: Korek (4G). Airalo: Asia Cell (4G). Holafly: Korek (4G). Nomad: Asia Cell (4G). Saily: Korek (4G).
3 of 5 providers route through Korek, the dominant carrier. Airalo connects via Asia Cell. Nomad connects via Asia Cell. In Iraq's urban centers, all carriers overlap. Outside cities, the dominant carrier typically has wider reach. Rural travelers should verify their chosen provider's carrier covers their itinerary. Iraq operates on 4G LTE. Iraq is a emerging market with coverage concentrated in cities.
Support quality
What Happens When Your Iraq eSIM Fails?
Support is 20% of the composite score, the same as every other dimension, but for Iraq travelers hitting activation issues it becomes the one that decides the trip.
HelloRoam: real-time help on live chat and WhatsApp. 24/7 availability. 63 languages. 180-day refund window. Available around the clock regardless of Iraq's time zone. Airalo: real-time help on in-app chat. 24/7 availability. 12 languages. 14-day refund window. Available around the clock regardless of Iraq's time zone. Holafly: real-time help on 24/7 live chat. 24/7 availability. 10 languages. 180-day refund window. Available around the clock regardless of Iraq's time zone. Nomad: no real-time channel, email and in-app messages only. Business hours (UTC+8) availability. 2 languages. 30-day refund window. Business hours (UTC+8). Check overlap with Iraq's time zone (AST (UTC+3)). Saily: no real-time channel, email and in-app messages only. 24/7 availability. 1 language. 30-day refund window. Available around the clock regardless of Iraq's time zone.
HelloRoam and Airalo and Holafly let Iraq travelers reach a person in real time. For activation problems at arrival, that beats waiting on an email queue. Longest refund window: HelloRoam and Holafly at 180 days. Useful when Iraq trip dates shift after purchase.
App usability
App Experience Compared for Iraq eSIMs
Four apps, four installation flows for Iraq. Setup time ranges from 2 to 8 minutes depending on the provider.
HelloRoam: App score 5.0/5 on the rubric. Airalo (4.7/5): QR code or direct in-app install. 3-5 minutes. Tracking: Granular: per-profile usage, hourly projections, remaining data alerts. Standout: Airmoney cashback (5-10%), real-time data tracking with hourly estimates. Holafly (4.1/5 on this scorecard): QR code via email + in-app mirror. 5-8 minutes. Tracking: Minimal: unlimited plans remove the need for consumption monitoring. Standout: Unlimited plan management. No data cap tracking needed.. Nomad (3.9/5 in our comparison matrix): Email QR code. Manual scan in phone settings. 4-6 minutes. Tracking: Basic: data balance only. No real-time estimates or usage projections. Standout: Lowest per-GB pricing in covered markets. Minimal UI.. Saily (4.5/5 on our 2026 rubric): Direct in-app install with VPN bundled. 2-4 minutes. Tracking: Standard: data balance display, VPN status indicator, remaining allowance. Standout: Integrated NordVPN on every plan at zero cost.
VPN is restricted in Iraq. Saily's integrated NordVPN adds significant value over competitors that lack VPN functionality. Other providers require a separate VPN app. App score leader for Iraq: HelloRoam at 5.0/5 on this scorecard.
Pricing analysis
Iraq eSIM Value Curve: Where Each Tier Sits
Iraq eSIM pricing follows a clear pattern: per-GB cost drops as data volume increases. But not equally for all providers.
1GB: $4.14 ($4.14/GB). 3GB: $11.88 ($3.96/GB). 5GB: $18 ($3.60/GB). 10GB: $27 ($2.70/GB). 20GB: $51 ($2.55/GB).
Best value: 20GB at $2.55/GB. Worst value: 1GB at $4.14/GB. Ratio: 1.6x difference between cheapest and most expensive per-GB rate. A 7-day trip at 0.8 GB/day needs ~6 GB. The 10GB tier at $27 covers that. Unlimited at $7.74/day = $54.18 total. The fixed 10GB saves $27.18 unless you exceed 10 GB. Pricing score leader for Iraq: Nomad at 4.8/5 on our 2026 rubric.
Quick comparison
Iraq Provider Matchup Summary
Matrix summary
Iraq Feature Matrix Overview
5 providers scored across coverage, pricing, network generation, app, and support for Iraq. HelloRoam leads the matrix. Plans start at $4.14 on Korek's 4G LTE network.
Verdict
Iraq Verdict Matrix
Scenario-based recommendations for Iraq travelers.
Budget trips
Nomad scores highest
Nomad publishes the lowest per-GB rate card of the five, from $3.00. For Iraq, the cheapest tracked plan is $4.14.
1GB fixed data planHeavy Data Users
Holafly scores highest
Holafly unlimited data at $7.74/day in Iraq. No data caps. Fair-use throttling applies after the daily threshold.
Unlimited daily at $7.74/dayPrivacy-Conscious Travelers
Saily scores highest
Saily includes NordVPN protection on every plan at no extra cost. Its published rate card starts at $3.99 across destinations. Backed by Nord Security's infrastructure.
Fixed data + integrated VPNMulti-Country Trips
Airalo scores highest
Airalo regional bundles cover 200+ countries on a single eSIM. Asialink, Eurolink, and Discover Global work in Iraq alongside neighboring destinations.
Regional multi-country bundleIraq Specifically
Airalo scores highest
Airalo scores highest overall for Iraq in our 2026 matrix. Widest coverage catalogue. Airalo leads coverage at 200+ countries, the widest catalogue in the matrix, with regional multi-country bundles for complex itineraries.
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Iraq Provider Comparison Questions
Which eSIM provider scores highest across Iraq?
Which eSIM provider scores highest across Iraq?
HelloRoam scores 4.6/5.0 overall in our weighted matrix. Coverage on Korek rates 4.5/5.0. Pricing rates 4.4/5.0 with plans from $4.14. All five dimensions carry equal 20% weight.
Which of Airalo and Holafly leads across Iraq?
Which of Airalo and Holafly leads across Iraq?
Airalo scores 4.5/5 on our rubric.0 with fixed data plans from $4.14. Holafly scores 4.3/5.0 with unlimited daily data at $7.74/day. Airalo covers 200+ countries. Holafly covers 160+.
Which provider prices Iraq eSIM plans lowest?
Which provider prices Iraq eSIM plans lowest?
The lowest per-GB rate for Iraq is $2.55/GB. A 1GB plan costs $4.14. Nomad offers competitive per-GB pricing starting at $3.00. Compare all tiers in the pricing grid above.
Does Saily work in Iraq?
Does Saily work in Iraq?
Saily covers Iraq on Korek at 4G LTE speeds. Its published rate card starts from $3.99 across destinations. Saily includes NordVPN protection on every plan at no extra cost. Saily covers 200+ countries total.
Which Iraq eSIM provider has the highest-rated app?
Which Iraq eSIM provider has the highest-rated app?
Airalo rates highest at 4.7/5 in our comparison matrix.0 on app quality with real-time data tracking, in-app installation, and Airmoney rewards. Saily rates 4.5/5 on our 2026 rubric.0 with an integrated VPN toggle. Holafly rates 4.1/5.0. Nomad rates 3.9/5.0.
Which Iraq trips justify unlimited data?
Which Iraq trips justify unlimited data?
Unlimited costs $7.74/day via Holafly in Iraq. A 7-day trip totals $54.18. The largest fixed plan (1GB) costs $4.14. Unlimited saves money above 5GB/day usage. Below that threshold, fixed plans offer better value per GB.
Can I use a regional eSIM instead of a Iraq-only plan?
Can I use a regional eSIM instead of a Iraq-only plan?
Airalo offers regional bundles covering multiple countries on a single eSIM. Asialink (16 countries), Eurolink (39 countries), and Discover Global (130+ countries) all include Iraq. Regional bundles cost more per-GB but save the hassle of managing multiple eSIMs on multi-country trips.
Which of the 4 Iraq eSIM providers fits your trip?
Which of the 4 Iraq eSIM providers fits your trip?
On a budget: Nomad (lowest per-GB from $3.00). Heavy data: Holafly (unlimited from $7.74/day). Privacy: Saily (NordVPN included). Widest coverage: Airalo (200+ countries). Your primary metric determines the right provider.
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