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I had been putting off travel eSIMs for a long time. Most looked the same: different logos, same big promise, and no way to know if they’d actually work until you were standing abroad with no signal. Then last spring in Barcelona, my local SIM just stopped working, and I was staring at a roaming bill I didn’t want to open.
easySim is part of the easy® family, the same group behind easyJet and easyHotel, which makes it feel more trustworthy than most newer eSIM brands walking in cold. Plans start at $3.99, work in 200+ countries, and let you share data via a hotspot with no monthly fees or SIM swaps. The catch is that it’s data-only, so no calls or texts. But for most UK and European trips, it’s a simple, safe choice.
easySIM: Plans and pricing
Prices shift by destination, since some countries cost easySim more to license data for than others; that’s the country breakdown above. Buying by continent instead? Regional plans follow the same logic, and here’s what the smallest bundle (1GB, 7 days) starts at across each one:
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Region |
Starting Price |
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Europe |
$4.49 |
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North America |
$5.99 |
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Oceania |
$6.49 |
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Asia |
$6.49 |
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Middle East & Africa |
$8.99 |
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South America |
$7.99 |
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Caribbean |
$12.99 |
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Africa |
$15.99 |
The European regional plan covers 36 countries, including France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Greece, Portugal, Switzerland, and Turkey. Check the full list on easySim’s website before buying if your destination is less common.
For most travelers, fixed-data plans are the better pick. A 5GB or 10GB plan covers a typical one-or two-week trip without any slowdowns. Unlimited plans suit longer stays or heavy daily use, but if streaming is part of your routine, a large fixed-data plan will serve you better than the throttled unlimited tier.
easySIM: Key features
easySim keeps things simple. There’s no plan store to dig through, and once the eSIM is installed, you top up whenever you need more data without touching the setup again. You’ll get an alert once you’ve used 80% of your allowance, and if you lose your phone, easySim can disable the eSIM remotely so it’s not sitting there exposed.
I also like easySim for the way its hotspot and network access function. Fixed-data plans come with fully unlimited hotspot, no daily cap the way Holafly imposes one, so you can share your entire allowance with a laptop or another device without watching a counter.
And in key markets like Spain and the UK, easySim switches between multiple local carriers instead of locking you to one, which matters more than you’d think until you’re standing somewhere with one bar of signal.
easySIM: Installation and activation
Setup takes about five minutes, and you’ll be done before the kettle boils. Install the eSIM before you travel so you can sort out any issues while you’re still on Wi-Fi.
Here’s the four-step process:
- Check compatibility: Dial *#06# on your phone. If you see an EID number next to your IMEI, your phone supports eSIM. Also confirm it’s carrier-unlocked. easySim’s website has a compatibility checker if you’re unsure by model.
- Buy a plan: Go to easysim Global, pick your destination and data size (starting at $3.99), then pay.
- Install the eSIM: Your account shows a QR code or tap-to-install link within ten minutes. On iPhone: Settings, Mobile Data, Add eSIM. On Android: Settings, Connections, SIM Manager, Add eSIM. Stay on Wi-Fi for this step to avoid setup issues, then set easySim as your active mobile data line.
- Activate on arrival: Enable data roaming for easySim, the step most people miss, and it won’t connect abroad without it. Turn off roaming on your home SIM too, or your phone might quietly switch back and charge you anyway. Single-country plans activate the moment your phone picks up a local network; regional plans may kick in as soon as the eSIM is installed.
easySIM: Compatible devices
easySim works with lots of eSIM-compatible phones and tablets from all the big brands. Every device needs to do two things: support eSIM (not all phones do, even newer ones), and be unlocked from any specific network.
Here’s a quick summary by brand:
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Brand |
Compatible Models |
Key Exclusions / Notes |
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Apple iPhone |
iPhone XS, XS Max, XR; iPhone 11–17 series; iPhone SE 2020 and 2022 |
iPhone X and older do not support eSIM. Some regional variants may differ, so check the exact model. |
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Apple iPad |
iPad Pro 3rd gen and newer; iPad Air 3rd gen and newer; iPad mini 5th gen and newer; iPad 7th gen and newer |
Cellular/LTE models only. Wi-Fi-only iPads do not support mobile eSIM plans. |
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Samsung Galaxy |
Galaxy S20–S25 series; Galaxy Z Fold 3–6; Galaxy Z Flip 3–6; Galaxy Note 20 Ultra; select A-series models like A35, A54, and A55 |
Galaxy S20 FE and S21 FE do not support eSIM in most regions. A-series support can vary by region and carrier. |
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Google Pixel |
Pixel 4–9 series, including Pixel 9 Pro Fold; Pixel 3a has limited support in some regions |
Pixel 3 and older do not support eSIM. Pixel 3a support is inconsistent across regions. |
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Motorola |
Razr 40/50 series; Edge 30 Pro; Edge 40/40 Pro; Edge 50 Pro/Ultra |
Most Moto G-series phones do not support eSIM, though some newer regional variants may. |
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Xiaomi |
Xiaomi 12 / 12 Pro, Xiaomi 13 / 13 Pro, Xiaomi 14 / 14 Ultra, Mix Fold 4 global models |
China-market models, Redmi, and POCO phones mostly do not support eSIM. |
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Other Android |
OnePlus 11/12 global; Oppo Find X6 Pro and Find X7 Ultra; Honor Magic 5 Pro, Magic 6 Pro, Honor 90; select Sony, Nokia, ASUS, and Huawei models |
Support varies a lot by region, carrier, and software version. Always check for an EID before buying. |
Recent flagships are reliably supported. For anything older or less common, use easySim’s compatibility checker on its website.
How easySim’s six-month guarantee works
Most eSIM providers sell you data and wish you luck. easySim gives you 6 months to find out whether it actually works on your phone before it’s your problem to solve alone.
- The guarantee covers one scenario: the eSIM can’t be installed or activated, and you haven’t used any data. Phone incompatibility is the usual culprit. Not every device that claims eSIM support plays nice with every provider, and you often don’t find that out until you’re already trying. Most rivals give you a much tighter window. Saily voids refunds once you’ve used 1% of your data . easySim gives you six months.
- What it doesn’t cover: slow speeds once the eSIM is up and running or data you’ve already used up. Weak signal at your destination isn’t grounds for a refund either. This guarantee is strictly for activation failures, nothing else.
To claim, get in touch via live chat, WhatsApp, or email, confirm you haven’t used the plan, and explain what went wrong. Refunds are returned to your original payment method or to your easySim wallet. Reviewers on REVIEWS.io who went through the process describe it as quick, usually resolved within a couple of days.
This one matters most if it’s your first eSIM or you’re not fully sure your phone will cooperate. Some Android models are hard to verify in advance, and the guarantee is what takes the risk out of finding that out the hard way.
easySIM: Support
easySim has an AI assistant called Kerry that’ll walk you through the app, check your phone for eSIM support, and handle the basic stuff.
For anything trickier, like an activation that’s stuck, you’re routed to a real person via chat, WhatsApp, or email. No phone line here, so don’t expect to call anyone.
The FAQ section covers most of what you’d want to know before buying, including compatibility, hotspot, calls, and texts, so you can skip the chat entirely for those questions. The one recurring gripe is getting past Kerry before reaching a human for the harder stuff. Once you’re through, resolution is fast.
easySIM: Final verdict
easySim is best for travelers who want affordable plans, unlimited hotspot, and one of the strongest refund policies in the eSIM market. For most UK and European trips, it’s an easy recommendation.
Network availability varies by destination, though. Some countries get multiple carrier partners; others rely on a single local network, so your experience will differ depending on where you land.
If you need a local phone number or calls and texts, look elsewhere; easySim is data-only. And if you want the most feature-rich app experience, Airalo or Saily edge out the rest. For everything else, easySim does the job without the extras you probably won’t use anyway.
easySIM: FAQs
What is easySim?
easySim is a UK travel eSIM company. It sells prepaid mobile data plans in 200+ countries worldwide, starting at $3.99. It’s part of the easy® family of brands, the same group that includes easyJet and easyHotel. It was started in 2023 by Jim Guest and Richard Gwilliam, who are based in Portsmouth, England. You install the eSIM once and buy data bundles as needed for each trip.
Is easySim connected to easyJet?
Yes, easySim uses a brand license from easyGroup, the company that owns the easy® trademark and includes easyJet. The two companies are separate, but easySim uses the easy® name under a proper agreement with easyGroup, which is chaired by Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou. The travel connection and brand name are real; this isn’t a loosely linked third party.
How does the six-month money-back guarantee work?
The guarantee applies when your eSIM can’t be installed or activated, and you’ve used little or no data. If you encounter a compatibility issue or activation failure within 6 months of purchase, contact the support team via live chat, WhatsApp, or email to request a refund. The money is returned to your original payment method or your easySim wallet for future use. The guarantee doesn’t cover cases where you used data, but the speeds were slow. It’s only for when the service doesn’t activate at all.
Can I use easySim as a hotspot?
Yes, every fixed-data plan from easySim includes fully unlimited hotspot and tethering. There’s no daily cap and no limit on how much you share. A 10GB plan can be shared with a laptop or tablet. Unlimited plans support hotspots too, but shared data counts toward the 3GB per day of full-speed use. After 3GB, speeds slow down until the next day.
Can I make calls or send texts with easySim?
No, easySim is data only and has no calls or texts on any plan. Your regular home SIM runs at the same time as the easySim eSIM (this is called Dual SIM mode), and it handles your calls and texts as normal. Most travelers find this works fine. Apps like WhatsApp and FaceTime handle most communication over data, while your regular phone number remains reachable through your home SIM.
Which countries does easySim cover?
easySim covers 200+ countries. You can get single-country plans for the most popular travel destinations. The Europe regional plan covers 36 countries, including France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, and Turkey. There are also regional plans for Asia, North America, South America, Africa, the Middle East, and Oceania.
How does the Refer & Earn program work?
If you refer a friend and they complete their first purchase using your referral link, you both get wallet credits. Your credits are added to your easySim account and used as a discount on plan purchases. The exact amount of credits is shown in your account. It’s a nice bonus for regular travelers who already tell friends and family about the service, and it adds real savings over several trips.
Does easySim have an app?
Yes. easySim offers Android and iOS apps, although most features are also available through the website. You can buy plans, view your QR code, and manage your account on any browser through easysim Global. Data usage alerts come through email or your account dashboard.
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