Every provider in our eSIM rating is scored from 0 to 10 on six criteria. The overall score is the simple average, so no single feature can carry a provider to the top on its own.
6Criteria, equal weight
8Providers in the current rating
0–10Score range per criterion
The six criteria
| Criterion | What we look at |
|---|---|
| Coverage | Number of countries and regions covered, availability of regional and global plans |
| iPhone app | Install from the app, remaining data and validity view, top-ups, eSIM management, iOS version support |
| Payment options | Cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay, PayPal, cryptocurrency |
| Privacy | Whether ID documents are needed to buy and install, sign-in options, clarity of the privacy policy |
| Plan flexibility | Fixed and unlimited plans, validity options, top-ups, gifting and multi-eSIM orders |
| Support and refunds | Support channels and hours, published refund conditions, replacement options |
Sources we use
- Official provider websites, plan pages, terms and refund policies
- App Store and Google Play listings, including version notes
- Apple Support documentation for iPhone eSIM behavior
- Reputable third-party reviews, cited by name when we use their findings
What the scores are not
Not a speed test
We do not publish lab speed results. Real speed and coverage depend on the local partner network, your location and the time of day. Treat any provider's coverage count as its own claim.
Updates
We review the rating when a provider changes its plans, payment methods or terms, and at least once per quarter. The date at the top of each page shows the latest review.