Which eSIM is the best value for Italy?
At least 5 GB for 30 days in Italy costs from $4.67 to $13.40 across 7 providers. eSIMCard has the lowest price. Yesim is our Editor's Choice.
| # | Name | Score | Italy: 5 GB+, 30 days | Top-up | Refund | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yesim Editor's Choice | 6.8 | $10.75 | Some plans | 30 days, unused | Get eSIM |
| 2 | eSIMCard | 7.3 | $4.67 | Some plans | Technical issues only | Get eSIM |
| 3 | GigSky | 6.6 | $8.47 | Yes | Case by case | Get eSIM |
| 4 | Nomad | 7.2 | $11.04 | Yes | Before activation | Get eSIM |
| 5 | Ubigi | 4.1 | $12 | Yes | Before activation | Get eSIM |
| 6 | Airalo | 5.6 | $12.87 | Some plans | – | Get eSIM |
| 7 | Saily | 6.1 | $13.40 | Yes | Before activation | Get eSIM |
Editor's Choice is placed first; other rows follow the column shown. We earn a commission from some providers. Prices were checked on official sites and change often.
Find a plan for Italy
100 plans from 9 providers, checked on official sites on 2026-11-09. Filter by trip length and data.
100 plans match
| eSIMCard | 1 GB · 3 days | $1.39 | $1.39/GB | Review |
| Yesim | 1 GB · 30 days | $2.80 | $2.80/GB | Get plan |
| eSIMCard | 3 GB · 3 days | $2.93 | $0.98/GB | Review |
| eSIMCard | 3 GB · 7 days | $3.00 | $1.00/GB | Review |
| eSIMCard | 3 GB · 30 days | $3.10 | $1.03/GB | Review |
| Yesim | Unlimited · 1 day | $3.92 | – | Get plan |
| Nomad | 1 GB · 7 days | $4.01 | $4.01/GB | Review |
| Saily | 1 GB · 7 days | $4.01 | $4.01/GB | Get plan |
| eSIMCard | 5 GB · 7 days | $4.36 | $0.87/GB | Review |
| Airalo | 1 GB · 3 days | $4.48 | $4.48/GB | Get plan |
| eSIMCard | 5 GB · 15 days | $4.48 | $0.90/GB | Review |
| eSIMCard | 5 GB · 30 days | $4.67 | $0.93/GB | Review |
Prices in USD, converted at the ECB rate of 2026-11-09. Editor's Choice is pinned first. Check the final price and terms on the provider's site.
Across 7 providers, the best value for Italy depends on plan length, top-ups and refund rules, not price alone. Every plan in the table runs 30 days with at least 5 GB. That makes the comparison fair.
Three things to check before you pick
Start with plan length. All plans above cover the same 30 days, so none wins by running longer.
Next, look at top-ups. Adding data later can matter more than the opening price on a busy trip.
Then read the refund rules. A plan you never activate should ideally come with a way to get money back.
How 5 GB prices line up over 30 days
Prices run from $4.67 to $13.40, with a median of $11.04. eSIMCard has the lowest price and the top score of 7.3.
GigSky is the second cheapest plan in the table. Nomad sits right at the median and ranks second on score. Airalo and Saily are the two most expensive options listed. Ubigi falls between Nomad and Airalo.
For low prices in other places, see the cheapest eSIM page. The Nomad review covers that provider in more detail.
Where Yesim fits on an Italy trip
Yesim is shown first as Editor's Choice, and the other providers follow the price column. We earn a commission from it.
Its plan covers the same 30 days as the rest. The price sits just below the median and below Nomad. Yesim also offers pay as you go. Unused plans come with a 30-day refund. On score, it places third.
Read the Yesim review for the full picture.
How the ranking is built
Each score comes from a fixed method, explained on the methodology page. Unsure how much data a trip needs? The data guide can help you size a plan.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best eSIM for Italy travel?
It depends on top-ups and refund rules as well as price. All 7 plans in the table run 30 days with at least 5 GB.
How much does a 5 GB Italy eSIM cost for 30 days?
Prices in the table run from $4.67 to $13.40. The median price is $11.04.
Can I get a refund on an unused Yesim plan?
Yesim offers a 30-day refund on unused plans. Check its terms before you buy.
- November 10, 2026: Text revised