Highest scored on our rubric: HelloRoam (4.6/5)Compare eSIM Providers for Yemen: Feature Matrix (2026)
Feature matrix
Yemen Provider Feature Matrix
5 providers scored across 5 weighted dimensions for Yemen.
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
Yemen Coverage, Provider Against Provider
Carrier Routing per Provider
| Provider | Carrier Partner | Network Type | Coverage score (0-5, our rubric) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HelloRoam | MTN Yemen | 3G | 4.5 |
| Airalo | Yemen Mobile | 3G | 4.9 |
| Holafly | Sabafon | 3G | 4.3 |
| Nomad | MTN Yemen | 3G | 3.9 |
| Saily | Yemen Mobile | 3G | 4.0 |
Network Count and Types
Yemen has 3 mobile networks: MTN Yemen, Yemen Mobile, Sabafon. Network types present: 3G.
Regional eSIM Alternative
Regional eSIM plans cover Yemen and surrounding countries. Here is when they save money. Neighbor entry-level prices: Bahrain: $3.28 (1GB); Iraq: $4.14 (1GB); Israel: $3.99 (1GB); Jordan: $3.99 (1GB). 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 Yemen and the stops above are on the one you are offered, then price it against that $15.40 total.
Pricing
Yemen Price Tiers
Fixed Data Plan Pricing
| Tier | HelloRoam | Airalo | Holafly | Nomad | Saily |
|---|
Airalo prices from live data. Other provider prices are estimated from published starting rates. Actual rates vary.
Per-GB Value Analysis
The cheapest per-GB rate for Yemen is $5.50/GB. 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
Yemen eSIM Network Profile
Carrier Routing by Provider
| Provider | Carrier | Type | Network score (0-5, our rubric) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HelloRoam | MTN Yemen | 3G | 4.3 |
| Airalo | Yemen Mobile | 3G | 4.4 |
| Holafly | Sabafon | 3G | 4.2 |
| Nomad | MTN Yemen | 3G | 4.3 |
| Saily | Yemen Mobile | 3G | 4.4 |
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 Yemen plans. HelloRoam: QR code via email. 4 steps, approximately 3-5 min to complete. Connects to MTN Yemen in Yemen. Airalo: QR code or direct install. 4 steps, approximately 3-5 min to complete. Connects to MTN Yemen in Yemen. Holafly: QR code via email. 4 steps, approximately 5-8 min to complete. Connects to MTN Yemen in Yemen. Nomad: QR code or manual APN. 4 steps, approximately 4-6 min to complete. Connects to MTN Yemen in Yemen. Saily: Direct in-app install. 4 steps, approximately 2-4 min to complete. Connects to MTN Yemen in Yemen. Plans activate on Yemen's 3G network. Install before departure to skip airport setup delays. All 5 providers allow pre-trip installation.
Head-to-head
Direct Comparison: eSIM Providers in Yemen
Comparing HelloRoam and Nomad side by side for Yemen plans. Both connect to Yemen's 3G network, but through different paths.
HelloRoam routes through MTN Yemen (3G) in Yemen. Nomad connects via MTN Yemen (3G). Same carrier: signal quality and coverage area are identical. The comparison shifts to pricing and support.
Pricing data for Yemen shows a 0.4-point gap between the two providers. The widest scoring gap is in support channels: HelloRoam leads by 1.1 points. Composite: HelloRoam 4.64/5 on this scorecard, Nomad 4.15/5.
Matrix analysis
Beyond the Numbers: Yemen Provider Scores Explained
The Yemen feature matrix scores 5 providers across 5 equal-weight dimensions. Here is what the numbers mean in practice.
Coverage: Yemen's 3-operator market (MTN Yemen, Yemen Mobile and Sabafon) creates real differentiation. Providers routing through the dominant carrier gain a coverage edge in rural areas. HelloRoam scores 4.5/5 on this scorecard, Nomad scores 3.9/5.
Network: Yemen runs on 3G. Since all providers route through the same infrastructure, network scores track the carrier tier, not the provider. Overall spread: 0.49 points between #1 (HelloRoam) and #4 (Nomad). Provider selection matters significantly in Yemen.
Use cases
Yemen Travel Scenarios: Provider Recommendations
Score-weighted recommendations for Yemen travelers.
Video Streaming
Airalo
Airalo is the strongest pick for streaming in Yemen. Network Generation score: 4.4/5 on this scorecard on Yemen's 3G network via MTN Yemen, Yemen Mobile and Sabafon. On a 3G network, expect SD rather than HD, and buffering at peak hours. Fixed-data plans require budgeting: 1 hour of HD video uses approximately 3 GB.
Remote Work
HelloRoam
HelloRoam ranks first for remote work in Yemen. Video calls need a steady connection more than a fast one. Yemen's 3G network leaves little headroom, so plan calls around WiFi. A real-time support channel matters when connectivity drops mid-session. HelloRoam: 24/7 support. Yemen's moderate WiFi means the eSIM carries most of the workload.
Social Media
HelloRoam
HelloRoam fits social-heavy travelers in Yemen. Instagram browsing runs 100-200 MB per hour and TikTok 300-500 MB per hour. App quality score: 5.0/5 on our 2026 rubric for data monitoring while uploading.
Navigation
Airalo
Airalo leads for navigation use in Yemen. 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 Yemen Mobile in Yemen. Multi-operator market: carrier reach outside urban zones differs.
Budget Travel
HelloRoam
HelloRoam is the strongest pick on a cost-conscious Yemen trip. Pricing score: 4.4/5 on our 2026 rubric, starting from $3.50. Refund window: 180 days. A 180-day refund reduces purchase risk for uncertain itineraries.
Extended Stay
HelloRoam
HelloRoam fits extended stays in Yemen. Average trip length: 7 days. Fixed data plans: larger tiers reduce per-GB cost. The 20GB tier is typically most cost-effective for stays over 10 days. Support quality matters more on longer trips. HelloRoam runs live chat and WhatsApp.
Coverage quality
Yemen eSIM Coverage Assessment by Carrier
Coverage quality in Yemen depends on which of 3 operators each provider routes through. HelloRoam: MTN Yemen (3G). Airalo: Yemen Mobile (3G). Holafly: Sabafon (3G). Nomad: MTN Yemen (3G). Saily: Yemen Mobile (3G).
2 of 5 providers route through MTN Yemen, the dominant carrier. Airalo connects via Yemen Mobile. Holafly connects via Sabafon. Saily connects via Yemen Mobile. In Yemen'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. Yemen operates on 3G. Yemen is a developing mobile market with good urban coverage.
Support quality
Support Experience Compared for Yemen eSIMs
Support is 20% of the composite score, the same as every other dimension, but for Yemen 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 Yemen'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 Yemen'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 Yemen'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). May not overlap with Yemen's peak travel hours. 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 Yemen's time zone.
HelloRoam and Airalo and Holafly let Yemen 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 Yemen trip dates shift after purchase.
App usability
Provider App Comparison for Yemen
App Features carries 20% of the composite score. For Yemen, app-specific factors shift the ranking.
HelloRoam: App score 5.0/5 in our comparison matrix. 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 on this scorecard): 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 in our comparison matrix): 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.
Yemen's 3-operator market means the app's carrier selection is locked at install time. The app does not let you switch carriers after activation. App score leader for Yemen: HelloRoam at 5.0/5 on this scorecard.
Pricing analysis
Yemen eSIM Value Curve: Where Each Tier Sits
Yemen eSIM pricing follows a clear pattern: per-GB cost drops as data volume increases. But not equally for all providers. No fixed data plan pricing is available for Yemen. Check individual provider sites for current rates.
Quick comparison
Yemen Provider Matchup Summary
Matrix summary
Yemen Feature Matrix Overview
5 providers scored across coverage, pricing, network generation, app, and support for Yemen. HelloRoam leads the matrix. Plans start at $5.50/GB on MTN Yemen's 3G network.
Verdict
Yemen Verdict Matrix
Scenario-based recommendations for Yemen travelers.
Budget trips
Nomad scores highest
Nomad publishes the lowest per-GB rate card of the five, from $3.00. For Yemen, the cheapest tracked plan is not listed yet.
3GB fixed data planPrivacy-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 Yemen alongside neighboring destinations.
Regional multi-country bundleYemen Specifically
Holafly scores highest
Holafly scores highest overall for Yemen in our 2026 matrix. Strongest unlimited tier. Holafly rates 4.
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Yemen Provider Comparison Questions
Which eSIM provider scores highest across Yemen?
Which eSIM provider scores highest across Yemen?
HelloRoam scores 4.6/5.0 overall in our weighted matrix. Coverage on MTN Yemen rates 4.5/5.0. Pricing rates 4.4/5.0 with plans from $3.50. All five dimensions carry equal 20% weight.
Which of Airalo and Holafly leads across Yemen?
Which of Airalo and Holafly leads across Yemen?
Airalo scores 4.5/5 on our rubric.0 with fixed data plans from $4.50. Holafly scores 4.3/5.0 with unlimited daily data at $2.99/day/day. Airalo covers 200+ countries. Holafly covers 160+.
Which provider prices Yemen eSIM plans lowest?
Which provider prices Yemen eSIM plans lowest?
The lowest per-GB rate for Yemen is $5.50/GB. A 3GB plan costs $5-$10. Nomad offers competitive per-GB pricing starting at $3.00. Compare all tiers in the pricing grid above.
Does Saily work in Yemen?
Does Saily work in Yemen?
Saily covers Yemen on MTN Yemen at 3G 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 Yemen eSIM provider has the highest-rated app?
Which Yemen 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.
Can I use a regional eSIM instead of a Yemen-only plan?
Can I use a regional eSIM instead of a Yemen-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 Yemen. Regional bundles cost more per-GB but save the hassle of managing multiple eSIMs on multi-country trips.
Which of the 4 Yemen eSIM providers fits your trip?
Which of the 4 Yemen eSIM providers fits your trip?
On a budget: Nomad (lowest per-GB from $3.00). Heavy data: Holafly (unlimited from $2.99/day/day). Privacy: Saily (NordVPN included). Widest coverage: Airalo (200+ countries). Your primary metric determines the right provider.
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