What's the difference between local, regional, and global eSIM plans?
Local plans cover one country (best per-GB value, e.g., Airalo Thailand 5GB/$11). Regional plans span multiple nearby countries (e.g., Nomad Europe 10GB/$29 for 35 countries). Global plans work across all covered destinations (e.g., Airalo Global 1GB/$9 in 138 countries). Choose based on itinerary: local for single-country trips, regional for contained travel areas, global for multi-continent itineraries.
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Airalo
Global eSIM marketplace offering coverage in 200+ countries and regions. One of the largest eSIM providers with both regional and local data plans. Features competitive pricing and user-friendly app interface.
Nomad
Global eSIM provider with coverage in 165+ countries. Offers competitive data plans and instant activation. Features a modern app with data management tools and customer rewards program.
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