Key Facts
- โขHolafly was founded in 2018 and covers 160 countries with genuinely unlimited data plans, one of two major consumer eSIM providers offering unlimited plans (alongside HelloRoam).(source)
- โขHolafly's 30-day unlimited Japan plan costs $54.00 โ 2.7 times HelloRoam's 10GB 30-day plan at $19.99 and 2.1 times Airalo's 10GB 30-day plan at $26.00; the premium is only justified for travelers using 20GB or more per trip.(source)
- โขHolafly does not permit hotspot tethering on most of its standard unlimited plans; data is limited to on-device use.(source)
- โขHolafly's customer support earns 4.6 out of 5, the highest support rating among the five providers reviewed, with live chat connecting to a human agent within 2 to 4 minutes.(source)
- โขHolafly's minimum plan duration is 5 days; there are no short-trip plans under this threshold.(source)
- โขHolafly tests at 20 to 80 Mbps across destinations with no daily speed cap or speed limit reported on standard unlimited plans.(source)
- โขHolafly covers 40 fewer countries than Airalo and 25 fewer than HelloRoam, with its strongest markets in Western Europe and Latin America.(source)
- โขFor travelers consuming more than 15GB per trip, Holafly's unlimited plans become cost-competitive versus purchasing multiple fixed-data plans from other providers.(source)
Holafly is one of two providers offering genuinely unlimited data plans, covering 160 countries starting at $19.00 for 5 days (May 2026). Founded in 2018 in Madrid, Holafly earns 4.8/5 on both the App Store (28,000-plus reviews) and Google Play (50,000-plus reviews), the highest store ratings in this comparison. A $34.00 10-day Japan plan covers streaming, navigation, and video calls with no cap and full-speed data. Customer support responds in 2-4 minutes via live chat, the fastest in this review.
The trade-offs are real. Holafly's 30-day Japan plan at $54.00 costs 2.7 times HelloRoam's $19.99 for 10GB over 30 days. For travelers using under 15GB per trip, HelloRoam's fixed plans cost less every time. Hotspot tethering is blocked on most plans, ruling out Holafly for laptop users. The 160-country catalog misses 40 destinations Airalo covers and 25 that HelloRoam covers. Holafly makes financial sense only above roughly 15GB per trip.
eSIM Rating: How Does It Score?
What Works and What Doesn't
What works
- Unlimited data plans eliminate overage worries
- Excellent customer support with live chat
- Full-speed data on most plans
- Simple pricing structure per destination
- Strong presence in European and Latin American markets
What doesn't work
- Premium pricing for unlimited data
- Fewer destinations than Airalo or HelloRoam
- Cannot share hotspot on all plans
- No short-duration plans under 5 days
How Fast Is This eSIM?
Speed performance for Holafly was evaluated based on provider-reported data and user community reports. Performance sits in the middle of the pack based on available data. Usable for streaming and navigation.
Holafly delivers speeds in the 30-100 Mbps range, sufficient for navigation, messaging, and standard streaming. Usable for typical travel needs.
How Much Does This eSIM Cost?
Holafly's pricing is fair. Not the cheapest available, but you are paying for unlimited data. Here is a comparison.
Last verified: May 2026
Is This eSIM Worth It?
It depends on your priorities. Holafly works well if you value unlimited data and 24/7 chat support. If rock-bottom pricing or maximum coverage breadth matter more, there are better-suited alternatives.
If Holafly does not quite fit, HelloRoam (4.4/5) is the closest alternative with better value.
The bottom line
A solid 4.3/5. Holafly does enough things well to deserve a spot on any shortlist, even if it is not our top overall pick.
Is it for you?
Buy if
- You stream video, use video calling, or share your phone's connection with a computer for several hours per day
- You want to completely eliminate data monitoring anxiety and are willing to pay a premium for that peace of mind
- You are visiting Europe or Latin America, where Holafly's network partnerships are strongest
Skip if
- You use less than 15GB per trip: HelloRoam's 10GB 30-day plan at $19.99 saves you $24.01 to $34.01 versus a comparable Holafly duration (Japan 30-day: HelloRoam $19.99 vs Holafly $54.00; USA 15-day: HelloRoam $14.99 vs Holafly $47.00)
- You need hotspot tethering to share data with a laptop or companion device (most Holafly plans block or limit hotspot; HelloRoam and Airalo both permit hotspot sharing on standard plans)
- You are traveling to a destination outside Holafly's 160-country catalog (verify before buying, as Airalo covers 40 more countries and HelloRoam covers 25 more)
Holafly destination coverage
Holafly offers plans in these destinations. Click to read the destination guide.
