Highest scored on our rubric: HelloRoam (4.6/5)Compare eSIM Providers for Reunion: Feature Matrix (2026)
Feature matrix
Weighted Scores: Reunion eSIM Providers
5 providers scored across 5 weighted dimensions for Reunion.
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
Reunion eSIM Carrier Routing
Carrier Routing per Provider
| Provider | Carrier Partner | Network Type | Coverage score (0-5, our rubric) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HelloRoam | Orange | 5G | 4.5 |
| Airalo | Orange | 5G | 4.9 |
| Holafly | Orange | 5G | 4.3 |
| Nomad | Orange | 5G | 3.9 |
| Saily | Orange | 5G | 4.0 |
Network Count and Types
Reunion has 1 mobile network: Orange. Network types present: 5G.
Regional eSIM Alternative
If your trip includes Reunion and its neighbors, compare single-country plans against regional bundles. Reunion single-country entry: $3.67 (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 $40.59 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 Reunion and the stops above are on the one you are offered, then price it against that $40.59 total.
Pricing
Reunion Price Tiers
Fixed Data Plan Pricing
| Tier | HelloRoam | Airalo | Holafly | Nomad | Saily |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1GB | $3.15 | $3.67 | $2.69 | $2.70 | $3.59 |
| 3GB | $9.45 | $5.48 | $8.07 | $8.10 | $10.77 |
| 5GB | $15.75 | $11.32 | $13.46 | $13.50 | $17.96 |
| 10GB | $31.50 | $18.43 | $26.91 | $27 | $35.91 |
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 | $3.10 | $3.10/day | 4% |
| 3 days | $8.91 | $2.97/day | 8% |
| 7 days | $20.80 | $2.97/day | 8% |
| 14 days | $40.25 | $2.88/day | 11% |
| 30 days | $79.46 | $2.65/day | 18% |
Per-GB Value Analysis
The cheapest per-GB rate for Reunion is $1.83/GB at the 1GB tier ($3.67 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
Reunion Network Generation
Carrier Routing by Provider
| Provider | Carrier | Type | Network score (0-5, our rubric) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HelloRoam | Orange | 5G | 4.3 |
| Airalo | Orange | 5G | 4.4 |
| Holafly | Orange | 5G | 4.2 |
| Nomad | Orange | 5G | 4.3 |
| Saily | Orange | 5G | 4.4 |
Speed Under Fair Use Policies
Holafly unlimited plans in Reunion 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 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 Reunion plans. HelloRoam: QR code via email. 4 steps, approximately 3-5 min to complete. Connects to Orange in Reunion. Airalo: QR code or direct install. 4 steps, approximately 3-5 min to complete. Connects to Orange in Reunion. Holafly: QR code via email. 4 steps, approximately 5-8 min to complete. Connects to Orange in Reunion. Nomad: QR code or manual APN. 4 steps, approximately 4-6 min to complete. Connects to Orange in Reunion. Saily: Direct in-app install. 4 steps, approximately 2-4 min to complete. Connects to Orange in Reunion. All providers connect to Reunion'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
Head-to-Head Provider Comparison for Reunion
Reunion travelers weighing Airalo against Holafly should focus on three data points: carrier assignment, per-GB cost, and refund terms.
Airalo routes through Orange (5G) in Reunion. Holafly connects via Orange (5G). Same carrier: signal quality and coverage area are identical. The comparison shifts to pricing and support.
Reunion plans range from $3.67 (1GB) to $18.43 (10GB). Pricing score gap: 0.4 points. Holafly has a cost advantage at this destination. The widest scoring gap is in coverage breadth: Airalo leads by 0.6 points. Composite: Airalo 4.45/5 in our comparison matrix, Holafly 4.35/5.
Matrix analysis
Beyond the Numbers: Reunion Provider Scores Explained
The Reunion feature matrix scores 5 providers across 5 equal-weight dimensions. Here is what the numbers mean in practice.
Coverage: Reunion is a single-operator market (Orange). All 5 providers share the same infrastructure. Coverage scores compress because no provider has a carrier advantage. The dimension effectively neutralizes.
Network: Reunion runs on 5G. Since all providers route through the same infrastructure, network scores track the carrier tier, not the provider. Pricing: plans start at $3.67 (1GB), $3.67/GB floor rate. Unlimited daily data from $3.23/day shifts the pricing calculus for heavy users. Overall spread: 0.49 points between #1 (HelloRoam) and #4 (Nomad). Provider selection matters significantly in Reunion.
Use cases
Reunion eSIM Recommendations by Use Case
Score-weighted recommendations for Reunion travelers.
Video Streaming
Airalo
Airalo is the strongest pick for streaming in Reunion. Network Generation score: 4.4/5 on the rubric on Reunion's 5G network via Orange. 5G handles HD streaming where the signal is strong. Holafly's unlimited tier from $3.23/day avoids mid-stream data caps.
Remote Work
HelloRoam
HelloRoam ranks first for remote work in Reunion. Video calls need a steady connection more than a fast one. Reunion'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. Reunion's moderate WiFi means the eSIM carries most of the workload.
Social Media
HelloRoam
HelloRoam fits social-heavy travelers in Reunion. Instagram browsing runs 100-200 MB per hour and TikTok 300-500 MB per hour. At Reunion's floor rate of $3.67/GB, an hour of TikTok scrolling costs roughly $1.79 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 Reunion. 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 Orange in Reunion, the sole operator. All providers deliver identical coverage for navigation.
Budget Travel
HelloRoam
HelloRoam is the strongest pick on a cost-conscious Reunion trip. Pricing score: 4.4/5 on this scorecard, starting from $3.50. Reunion entry: $3.67 for 1GB ($3.67/GB). Refund window: 180 days. A 180-day refund reduces purchase risk for uncertain itineraries.
Extended Stay
HelloRoam
HelloRoam fits extended stays in Reunion. Average trip length: 7 days. Unlimited plans scale: $79.46 for 30 days ($2.65/day, 18% discount). Support quality matters more on longer trips. HelloRoam runs live chat and WhatsApp.
Coverage quality
Coverage Quality by Provider in Reunion
Coverage quality in Reunion depends on which of 1 operator each provider routes through. HelloRoam: Orange (5G). Airalo: Orange (5G). Holafly: Orange (5G). Nomad: Orange (5G). Saily: Orange (5G).
All 5 providers connect through Orange. Coverage quality is identical across the board. No provider gains a coverage advantage in Reunion. The comparison shifts entirely to pricing tiers (20% weight), app features (20%), and support channels (20%). Reunion operates on 5G. Reunion is a emerging market with coverage concentrated in cities.
Support quality
Support Quality Ranked for Reunion Plans
Support quality for Reunion eSIMs varies by channel, language, and time zone alignment with your destination.
HelloRoam: real-time help on live chat and WhatsApp. 24/7 availability. 63 languages. 180-day refund window. Available around the clock regardless of Reunion'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 Reunion'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 Reunion'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 Reunion's time zone (RET (UTC+4)). 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 Reunion's time zone.
HelloRoam and Airalo and Holafly let Reunion 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 Reunion trip dates shift after purchase.
App usability
Reunion eSIM App Quality: Installation to Monitoring
Four apps, four installation flows for Reunion. Setup time ranges from 2 to 8 minutes depending on the provider.
HelloRoam: App score 5.0/5 on this scorecard. 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 our rubric): 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 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.
App score leader for Reunion: HelloRoam at 5.0/5 on this scorecard.
Pricing analysis
Reunion eSIM Value Curve: Where Each Tier Sits
Per-GB economics for Reunion eSIMs shift at every tier. Here is where each provider sits on the value curve.
1GB: $3.67 ($3.67/GB). 3GB: $5.48 ($1.83/GB). 5GB: $11.32 ($2.26/GB). 10GB: $18.43 ($1.84/GB).
Best value: 3GB at $1.83/GB. Worst value: 1GB at $3.67/GB. Ratio: 2.0x 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 $18.43 covers that. Unlimited at $3.23/day = $22.61 total. The fixed 10GB saves $4.18 unless you exceed 10 GB. Pricing score leader for Reunion: Nomad at 4.8/5 on this scorecard.
Quick comparison
Reunion Provider Matchup Summary
Matrix summary
Reunion Feature Matrix Overview
5 providers scored across coverage, pricing, network generation, app, and support for Reunion. HelloRoam leads the matrix. Plans start at $3.67 on Orange's 5G network.
Verdict
Reunion Recommendations, Scenario by Scenario
Scenario-based recommendations for Reunion travelers.
Budget trips
Nomad scores highest
Nomad publishes the lowest per-GB rate card of the five, from $3.00. For Reunion, the cheapest tracked plan is $3.67.
1GB fixed data planHeavy Data Users
Holafly scores highest
Holafly unlimited data at $3.23/day in Reunion. No data caps. Fair-use throttling applies after the daily threshold.
Unlimited daily at $3.23/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 Reunion alongside neighboring destinations.
Regional multi-country bundleReunion Specifically
Airalo scores highest
Airalo scores highest overall for Reunion 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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Reunion Provider Comparison Questions
Which eSIM provider scores highest across Reunion?
Which eSIM provider scores highest across Reunion?
HelloRoam scores 4.6/5.0 overall in our weighted matrix. Coverage on Orange RE rates 4.5/5.0. Pricing rates 4.4/5.0 with plans from $3.67. All five dimensions carry equal 20% weight.
Which of Airalo and Holafly leads across Reunion?
Which of Airalo and Holafly leads across Reunion?
Airalo scores 4.5/5 on our rubric.0 with fixed data plans from $3.67. Holafly scores 4.3/5.0 with unlimited daily data at $3.23/day. Airalo covers 200+ countries. Holafly covers 160+.
Which provider prices Reunion eSIM plans lowest?
Which provider prices Reunion eSIM plans lowest?
The lowest per-GB rate for Reunion is $1.83/GB. A 1GB plan costs $3.67. Nomad offers competitive per-GB pricing starting at $3.00. Compare all tiers in the pricing grid above.
Does Saily work in Reunion?
Does Saily work in Reunion?
Saily covers Reunion on Orange RE at 5G 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 Reunion eSIM provider has the highest-rated app?
Which Reunion 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 Reunion trips justify unlimited data?
Which Reunion trips justify unlimited data?
Unlimited costs $3.23/day via Holafly in Reunion. A 7-day trip totals $22.61. The largest fixed plan (1GB) costs $3.67. 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 Reunion-only plan?
Can I use a regional eSIM instead of a Reunion-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 Reunion. Regional bundles cost more per-GB but save the hassle of managing multiple eSIMs on multi-country trips.
Which of the 4 Reunion eSIM providers fits your trip?
Which of the 4 Reunion eSIM providers fits your trip?
On a budget: Nomad (lowest per-GB from $3.00). Heavy data: Holafly (unlimited from $3.23/day). Privacy: Saily (NordVPN included). Widest coverage: Airalo (200+ countries). Your primary metric determines the right provider.
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