Highest scored on our rubric: HelloRoam (4.64/5)Mauritius eSIM Showdown: Coverage, Price, Speed Ranked (2026)
Feature matrix
Mauritius Provider Feature Matrix
5 providers scored across 5 weighted dimensions for Mauritius.
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
Mauritius eSIM Carrier Routing
Carrier Routing per Provider
| Provider | Carrier Partner | Network Type | Coverage score (0-5, our rubric) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HelloRoam | CHILI | 5G | 4.5 |
| Airalo | CHILI | 5G | 4.9 |
| Holafly | CHILI | 5G | 4.3 |
| Nomad | CHILI | 5G | 3.9 |
| Saily | CHILI | 5G | 4.0 |
Network Count and Types
Mauritius has 1 mobile network: CHILI. Network types present: 5G. 5G coverage is limited in Mauritius. 5G trials
Coverage Gaps
Compact island with good coverage everywhere
my.t has best coverage including mountainous interior
Regional eSIM Alternative
For Mauritius, HelloRoam posts the highest 2026 composite at 4.64/5 on the rubric. Mauritius-only plans are priced for one country. Regional plans from HelloRoam, Airalo, and Holafly spread the cost across borders. Mauritius single-country entry: $8.10 (1GB). Neighbor entry-level prices: Algeria: $3.99 (1GB); Angola: $16.80 (1GB); Benin: $7.49 (1GB); Botswana: $8.64 (1GB). Buying individual plans for all 5 countries totals $45.02 minimum. HelloRoam, Airalo and Holafly sell multi-country bundles that put several destinations on one eSIM; Saily and Nomad sell single-country plans only. Bundle country lists differ, so check that Mauritius and the stops above are on the one you are offered, then price it against that $45.02 total.
Pricing
Mauritius Price Tiers
Fixed Data Plan Pricing
| Tier | HelloRoam | Airalo | Holafly | Nomad | Saily |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1GB | $8.10 | — | — | — | — |
| 3GB | $22.50 | — | — | — | — |
| 5GB | $29.85 | — | — | — | — |
| 10GB | $58.50 | — | — | — | — |
| 20GB | $101.25 | — | — | — | — |
HelloRoam prices are the published destination data plans. Other columns are blank. This grid does not estimate checkout prices from a global per-GB rate card.
Unlimited Plan Pricing
| Duration | Total | Per Day | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day | $9.33 | $9.33/day | 4% |
| 3 days | $26.83 | $8.94/day | 8% |
| 7 days | $62.60 | $8.94/day | 8% |
| 14 days | $121.11 | $8.65/day | 11% |
| 30 days | $239.11 | $7.97/day | 18% |
Per-GB Value Analysis
The cheapest per-GB rate for Mauritius is $5.06/GB at the 1GB tier ($8.10 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
Mauritius eSIM Network Profile
Carrier Routing by Provider
| Provider | Carrier | Type | Network score (0-5, our rubric) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HelloRoam | CHILI | 5G | 4.3 |
| Airalo | CHILI | 5G | 4.4 |
| Holafly | CHILI | 5G | 4.2 |
| Nomad | CHILI | 5G | 4.3 |
| Saily | CHILI | 5G | 4.4 |
5G Availability
5G coverage in Mauritius is limited. 5G trials Providers routing through 5G-capable carriers pick up 5G in the areas where it is deployed. 4G LTE fallback is available everywhere.
Speed Under Fair Use Policies
HelloRoam and Holafly unlimited plans in Mauritius run at full 5G 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 HelloRoam, Airalo, Saily, and Nomad run at full speed until the data allowance is used.
Urban vs Rural Coverage
5G in Mauritius sits in the cities. Rural areas fall back to 4G LTE, drop to 3G in places, or lose signal entirely in remote terrain. my.t offers the widest rural footprint among local carriers, and every provider on this page rides the same towers.
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
HelloRoam is the highest 2026 composite scorer at 4.64/5 on this scorecard for Mauritius and activates through an iOS and Android app or a QR code. Here is how each provider works. HelloRoam: iOS and Android app, or QR code via email. 4 steps, approximately 3-5 min to complete. Connects to CHILI in Mauritius. Airalo: QR code or direct install. 4 steps, approximately 3-5 min to complete. Connects to CHILI in Mauritius. Holafly: QR code via email. 4 steps, approximately 5-8 min to complete. Connects to CHILI in Mauritius. Saily: Direct in-app install. 4 steps, approximately 2-4 min to complete. Connects to CHILI in Mauritius. Nomad: QR code or manual APN. 4 steps, approximately 4-6 min to complete. Connects to CHILI in Mauritius. All providers connect to Mauritius's 5G network where available after activation. Install before departure to skip airport setup delays. All 5 providers allow pre-trip installation.
Head-to-head
Direct Comparison: eSIM Providers in Mauritius
HelloRoam leads the Mauritius composite at 4.64/5 on this scorecard with an iOS and Android app, App 5.0/5, and Support 5.0/5. HelloRoam and Saily both connect to Mauritius's 5G network, but through different paths. Saily includes VPN and does not sell regional bundles. HelloRoam posts App 5.0/5 in our comparison matrix and Support 5.0/5 on live chat, WhatsApp, and email.
HelloRoam routes through CHILI (5G) in Mauritius. Saily connects via CHILI (5G). Same carrier: signal quality and coverage area are identical. The comparison shifts to pricing and support.
Mauritius plans range from $8.10 (1GB) to $101.25 (20GB). Pricing score gap: 0.4 points. HelloRoam has a cost advantage at this destination. The widest scoring gap is in support channels: HelloRoam leads by 0.9 points. Composite: HelloRoam 4.64/5 on our rubric, Saily 4.20/5.
Matrix analysis
How Mauritius's Local Conditions Shape Provider Scores
HelloRoam leads the 2026 composite for Mauritius at 4.64/5 on our 2026 rubric. The feature matrix then scores HelloRoam, Airalo, Holafly, Saily, and Nomad across 5 equal-weight dimensions.
Coverage: Mauritius is a single-operator market (CHILI). All 5 providers share the same infrastructure. Coverage scores compress because no provider has a carrier advantage. The dimension effectively neutralizes.
Network: Mauritius runs on 5G. Since all providers route through the same infrastructure, network scores track the carrier tier, not the provider. Pricing: plans start at $8.10 (1GB), $8.10/GB floor rate. Holafly daily unlimited from $9.72/day shifts the pricing calculus for heavy users. HelloRoam also sells unlimited from $5. Overall spread: 0.49 points between #1 (HelloRoam) and #5 (Nomad). Provider selection matters significantly in Mauritius.
Use cases
Which Provider Fits Your Mauritius Travel Style?
Score-weighted recommendations for Mauritius travelers.
Video Streaming
Airalo
HelloRoam leads the composite at 4.64/5 on this scorecard. Airalo is the strongest pick for streaming in Mauritius on the streaming-weighted dimensions. Network Generation score: 4.4/5 on our 2026 rubric on Mauritius's 5G network via CHILI. 5G handles HD streaming where the signal is strong. Holafly's daily unlimited from $9.72/day avoids mid-stream data caps. HelloRoam also sells unlimited from $5.
Remote Work
HelloRoam
HelloRoam leads the composite at 4.64/5 on this scorecard. HelloRoam ranks first for remote work in Mauritius on the work-weighted dimensions. Video calls need a steady connection more than a fast one. Mauritius's 5G network carries video calls where signal is strong. A real-time support channel matters when connectivity drops mid-session. HelloRoam: 24/7 support. Mauritius's good WiFi supplements eSIM data for stationary work.
Social Media
HelloRoam
HelloRoam leads the composite at 4.64/5. HelloRoam fits social-heavy travelers in Mauritius on the social-weighted dimensions. Instagram browsing runs 100-200 MB per hour and TikTok 300-500 MB per hour. At Mauritius's floor rate of $8.10/GB, an hour of TikTok scrolling costs roughly $3.96 on the entry tier. App quality score: 5.0/5 in our comparison matrix for data monitoring while uploading.
Navigation
Airalo
HelloRoam leads the composite at 4.64/5 on this scorecard. Airalo leads for navigation use in Mauritius on the coverage-weighted dimensions. 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 CHILI in Mauritius, the sole operator. All providers deliver identical coverage for navigation.
Budget Travel
HelloRoam
HelloRoam leads the composite at 4.64/5 on this scorecard with fixed plans from $3.50/GB. HelloRoam is the strongest pick on a cost-conscious Mauritius trip on the pricing-weighted dimensions. Pricing score: 4.4/5 on the rubric, starting from $3.50. Mauritius entry: $8.10 for 1GB ($8.10/GB). Refund window: 180 days. A 180-day refund reduces purchase risk for uncertain itineraries.
Extended Stay
HelloRoam
HelloRoam leads the composite at 4.64/5 on this scorecard and also sells unlimited from $5. HelloRoam fits extended stays in Mauritius on the stay-weighted dimensions. Average trip length: 7 days. Holafly daily unlimited scales: $239.11 for 30 days ($7.97/day, 18% discount). Support quality matters more on longer trips. HelloRoam runs live chat and WhatsApp.
Coverage quality
Mauritius eSIM Coverage Assessment by Carrier
HelloRoam leads the Mauritius composite at 4.64/5 on this scorecard. How does coverage actually differ between HelloRoam, Airalo, Holafly, Saily, and Nomad? The answer starts with carrier routing. HelloRoam: CHILI (5G). Airalo: CHILI (5G). Holafly: CHILI (5G). Saily: CHILI (5G). Nomad: CHILI (5G).
All 5 providers connect through CHILI. Coverage quality is identical across the board. No provider gains a coverage advantage in Mauritius. The comparison shifts entirely to pricing tiers (20% weight), app features (20%), and support channels (20%). Mauritius has limited 5G coverage, concentrated in major cities. Most connections fall back to 4G LTE outside 5G zones. Mauritius is a developing mobile market with good urban coverage.
Support quality
Support Quality Ranked for Mauritius Plans
HelloRoam leads Mauritius at 4.64/5 on our 2026 rubric with 24/7 live chat, WhatsApp, and email. Comparing support after that measurement, not every 24/7 claim uses the same channels.
HelloRoam: real-time help on live chat and WhatsApp, plus email. 24/7 availability. 63 languages. 180-day refund window. Available around the clock regardless of Mauritius'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 Mauritius'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 Mauritius's time zone. 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 Mauritius'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 Mauritius's time zone (MUT (UTC+4)).
HelloRoam and Airalo and Holafly let Mauritius 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 Mauritius trip dates shift after purchase.
App usability
Mauritius eSIM App Quality: Installation to Monitoring
HelloRoam leads the 2026 composite for Mauritius at 4.64/5 on our 2026 rubric and posts App 5.0/5 on an iOS and Android app. App Features still carry 20% of the composite.
HelloRoam (5.0/5 on our rubric): QR code or direct in-app install on iOS and Android. Tracking: Usage alerts and in-app data management on iOS and Android. Standout: In-app purchase, top-up, add-destination without a new eSIM, usage alerts, and 24/7 in-app chat. Airalo (4.7/5 on our 2026 rubric): 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: Daily unlimited plan management from $2.99/day. No data cap tracking needed.. Saily (4.5/5 on our 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. No regional bundles.. Nomad (3.9/5 on our rubric): 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 at $3.00/GB. No regional bundles. Minimal UI..
App score leader for Mauritius: HelloRoam at 5.0/5 on our rubric.
Pricing analysis
Mauritius eSIM Pricing: Tier-by-Tier Value Analysis
HelloRoam scores 4.64/5 on our rubric for Mauritius. The published data-plan curve starts at $8.10 for 1GB and changes shape at 3, 5, 10, and 20 GB.
1GB: $8.10 ($8.10/GB). 3GB: $22.50 ($7.50/GB). 5GB: $29.85 ($5.97/GB). 10GB: $58.50 ($5.85/GB). 20GB: $101.25 ($5.06/GB).
Best value: 20GB at $5.06/GB. Worst value: 1GB at $8.10/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 $58.50 covers that. Holafly daily unlimited at $9.72/day = $68.04 total. The fixed 10GB saves $9.54 unless you exceed 10 GB. HelloRoam also sells unlimited from $5. Pricing score leader for Mauritius: Nomad at 4.8/5 on our 2026 rubric.
For Mauritius, HelloRoam posts the highest 2026 composite score at 4.64/5. A SIM bought on arrival at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam (MRU) costs $5-10 for 5-10GB / 28 days. The cheapest eSIM plan in this matrix for Mauritius is $8.10 for 1GB. The per-GB floor across the 6 scored Mauritius plans is $5.06/GB.
Quick comparison
Mauritius Provider Matchup Summary
Matrix summary
Mauritius Feature Matrix Overview
5 providers scored across coverage, pricing, network generation, app, and support for Mauritius. HelloRoam leads the matrix. Plans start at $8.10 on CHILI's 5G network.
Verdict
Mauritius Verdict Matrix
Scenario-based recommendations for Mauritius travelers.
Highest composite
HelloRoam scores highest
HelloRoam leads the 2026 composite at 4.64/5 in our comparison matrix for Mauritius. Published Mauritius data plans start at $8.10 for 1GB, not a flat $3.50/GB rate card. Unlimited from $5, live chat plus WhatsApp, and a 180-day refund.
Recommended: HelloRoam (4.64/5 on the rubric)Budget trips
Nomad scores highest
HelloRoam still leads the composite at 4.64/5 in our comparison matrix. Its published Mauritius entry plan is $8.10 for 1GB. Nomad's $3.00/GB figure is a rate card, not a verified Mauritius checkout price.
1GB fixed data planHeavy Data Users
Holafly scores highest
HelloRoam leads the composite at 4.64/5 on this scorecard and also sells unlimited from $5. Holafly's published unlimited rate card starts at $2.99/day. The stored $9.72/day figure for Mauritius is not a live Holafly checkout.
Holafly rate card from $2.99/dayPrivacy-Conscious Travelers
Saily scores highest
HelloRoam leads the composite at 4.64/5 on this scorecard. 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
HelloRoam leads the composite at 4.64/5 on this scorecard and covers 186 countries. Airalo regional bundles cover 200+ countries on a single eSIM. Asialink, Eurolink, and Discover Global work in Mauritius alongside neighboring destinations.
Regional multi-country bundleMauritius Specifically
HelloRoam scores highest
HelloRoam leads the 2026 composite at 4.64/5 in our comparison matrix for Mauritius. Top composite rating. HelloRoam rates 4.
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Mauritius Provider Comparison Questions
Which eSIM provider scores highest across Mauritius?
Which eSIM provider scores highest across Mauritius?
HelloRoam leads the 2026 composite at 4.64/5 in our comparison matrix for Mauritius. Coverage on my.t rates 4.5/5. Pricing rates 4.4/5 with plans from $8.10. Airalo, Holafly, Saily, and Nomad follow on individual dimensions. All five dimensions carry equal 20% weight.
How do HelloRoam, Airalo, and Holafly compare across Mauritius?
How do HelloRoam, Airalo, and Holafly compare across Mauritius?
HelloRoam leads the composite at 4.64/5 on this scorecard. Its published Mauritius data plans start at $8.10 for 1GB. Airalo scores 4.45/5 with a 200+ country catalogue and a $4.50/GB rate card, not this destination's checkout. Holafly scores 4.35/5 on the rubric. Its published unlimited rate card starts at $2.99/day.
Which provider prices Mauritius eSIM plans lowest?
Which provider prices Mauritius eSIM plans lowest?
HelloRoam's published Mauritius plans start at $8.10 for 1GB. The lowest per-GB rate on that ladder is $5.06/GB. Nomad's $3.00 figure is a rate card, not a verified Mauritius checkout. Airalo, Holafly, and Saily checkout prices are not estimated in the grid.
Does Saily work in Mauritius?
Does Saily work in Mauritius?
Yes. HelloRoam, Airalo, Holafly, Saily, and Nomad cover Mauritius on my.t at 5G speeds. Saily's published rate card starts from $3.99 and includes NordVPN on every plan. HelloRoam still leads the composite at 4.64/5 on our rubric.
Which Mauritius eSIM provider has the highest-rated app?
Which Mauritius eSIM provider has the highest-rated app?
HelloRoam rates 5.0/5 on app quality, the highest in the matrix, with in-app purchase, top-up, add-destination, and 24/7 in-app chat. Airalo rates 4.7/5 in our comparison matrix with real-time data tracking and Airmoney rewards. Saily rates 4.5/5 with an integrated VPN toggle. Holafly rates 4.1/5 in our comparison matrix. Nomad rates 3.9/5.
Which Mauritius trips justify unlimited data?
Which Mauritius trips justify unlimited data?
HelloRoam and Holafly both sell unlimited plans. HelloRoam leads the composite at 4.64/5 on the rubric with unlimited from $5. Its published Mauritius entry plan is $8.10 for 1GB. Holafly's published rate card starts at $2.99/day. That rate card is not the stored $9.72/day figure, and it is not a live Mauritius checkout.
Can I use a regional eSIM instead of a Mauritius-only plan?
Can I use a regional eSIM instead of a Mauritius-only plan?
HelloRoam, Airalo, and Holafly sell regional or global bundles that include Mauritius. Airalo offers Asialink (16 countries), Eurolink (39 countries), and Discover Global (130+ countries). Regional bundles cost more per-GB but save managing multiple eSIMs on multi-country trips. HelloRoam still leads the composite at 4.64/5 on our rubric.
Which of the 5 Mauritius eSIM providers fits your trip?
Which of the 5 Mauritius eSIM providers fits your trip?
HelloRoam leads the composite at 4.64/5 on this scorecard. Published Mauritius data plans start at $8.10 for 1GB, with unlimited from $5. Nomad's $3.00 rate card, Holafly's $2.99/day rate card, Saily's VPN, and Airalo's 200+ country catalogue are dimension notes, not estimated Mauritius checkout prices.
Mauritius data, live on arrival
Compare all five providers. Plans from $8.10.