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Saily

Saily is a travel eSIM app from Nord Security (the NordVPN team), selling local, regional and global data plans across many countries, plus an unlimited "Ultra" tier. Plans are data-only, though an optional US (+1) number add-on can receive SMS for 2FA; coverage, device compatibility and refund rules should be checked before buying.

Last checked: 2026-06-22Overall: 4/5Fees: 4/5Travel: 5/5

Best for

  • Cheap per-GB travel data
  • Users who value a security-focused provider

Avoid if

  • Locked or non-eSIM phones
  • Travelers needing guaranteed voice service

Summary verdict

  • Travel eSIM by the NordVPN team with local, regional and global data plans.
  • Connectivity is included because losing data can break banking, card approvals and support access abroad.
  • Keep at least one backup provider for critical trips or payouts.

Availability

Region-dependent

150+ countries with 4G/5G advertised; local, regional and global plans, each with its own coverage

Coverage, data and validity are plan-specific; destination and device compatibility must be checked.

Card and payments

Type
Not applicable
Custody
Not applicable
KYC
Not applicable
Apple Pay
Not applicable
Google Pay
Not applicable

Watchout

  • Refunds narrow after activation; check device compatibility, activation timing and whether the optional number works for your bank SMS.

Fees and limits

IssueNot applicable
MonthlyNo subscription required for one-off plans; an unlimited "Ultra" subscription tier is also offered
AnnualNot applicable
FXNot applicable
ATMNot applicable
SpendNot applicable
LimitsData allowance, validity and supported countries vary by plan; base plans are data-only

How it works

  • Local, regional and global data plans
  • Optional US (+1) number add-on for SMS and 2FA
  • Security extras from the NordVPN team

Pros

  • Backed by an established security company (Nord Security)
  • Optional number add-on helps receive SMS codes abroad

Cons

  • Base plans are data-only (no calls or SMS without the number add-on)
  • Coverage and speeds vary by destination and plan

Risks / compliance notes

  • Refunds narrow after activation; check device compatibility, activation timing and whether the optional number works for your bank SMS.

Official sources

Verified from official pages: Saily official site

Data confidence

Source checked
2026-06-22
Data confidence
High
Review status
Fresh
  • Connectivity is included because losing data can break banking, card approvals and support access abroad.

Alternatives

Airalo

Travel eSIM marketplace for destination, regional and global data plans.

4/5
Last checked: 2026-06-22
  • Short trips and backup mobile data
  • Travelers who want data ready before arrival
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Holafly

Travel eSIM focused on unlimited-data plans for 170+ destinations.

4/5
Last checked: 2026-06-22
  • Longer trips wanting predictable unlimited data
  • Travelers who need SMS codes for banking abroad
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FAQ

Can Saily receive SMS for bank or login codes?

Base plans are data-only. Saily offers an optional dedicated US (+1) number add-on that can receive SMS for 2FA and similar; check whether it works for your bank before relying on it.

Why compare eSIMs on a money site?

Connectivity protects payments, banking app access, card controls and account recovery while traveling.

Should I buy the smallest data plan?

Only if it covers maps, banking apps, transport, support chats and a backup margin.