The 6 Best Austrian eSIMS for Travel (Tried and Tested)

Don’t be like us. Landing in a new country and being immediately stranded without phone data, roaming options, or a local SIM one too many times. Luckily, these days we know that nothing beats a good eSIM. You can set it up way before even taking off for your next trip, getting smooth service from the moment that you land in a brand new place.

We’ve been personally testing the best international eSIM providers for some time now, and when it comes to the top eSIM options for Austria, we’re ready to share our results. This is our quick, firsthand review of the five top Austrian eSIM options, breaking down what we liked, didn’t love, and think you should know before purchase.

A Quick Comparison Table

	Saily	Airalo	Jetpac	Holafly
Data Options	1GB, 3GB, 5GB, 10GB, 20GB, Unlimited	1GB, 3GB, 5GB, 10GB, 20GB, 50GB	1GB, 5GB, 10GB, 15GB, 20GB, 30GB, 40GB, Unlimited	Unlimited
Prepaid Data Plan Lengths	7 or 30 days	3, 7, 15, or 30 days	4, 7, or 30 days	N/A
Unlimited Plan Lengths	10, 15, 20, 25, or 30 days	N/A	3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 21, or 30 days	1-90 days
Throttle?	5 GB per 24-hour period	N/A	3GB/day unthrottled	Unlimited data at 5G/4G speeds (with some exceptions)
Lowest Data Plan	1GB for 7 days for $3.99	1GB for 3 days for €3.50 ($4.14)	1GB for 4 days for $5 ($1 for new users)	Unlimited GB for 1 day for $3.90
Highest Data Plan	Unlimited GB for 30 days for $57.59	50GB for 30 days for €25.50 ($30.13)	Unlimited GB for 30 days for $65.99	Unlimited GB for 30 days for $74.90
Data Sharing	No hotspot restrictions or limitations	Yes	Yes, unlimited	1GB per day

1. Saily - Best All Around eSIM

Saily is a newer eSIM in the game, developed by the creators of NordVPN to keep your cybersecurity at the forefront. The reason it’s our top pick for Austria is that not only is Saily super reasonably priced, with great plan options and 24/7 live chat support, but it also keeps you safe while you scroll. Plans start as low as 1GB for 7 days for $3.99 (€3.38), up to 30 days of unlimited data for $57.59 (€48.72).

A Saily eSIM lets you change your virtual location to one of 115+ options with a single tap. This means private browsing and access to your home country’s streaming content (even though you’re in Austria). There’s also a built-in ad blocker and web protection to block malicious sites…which also happens to save your data for the things you actually want to use it for.

Specifications

• Data Options: 1GB, 3GB, 5GB, 10GB, 20GB, or unlimited data
• Unlimited Data Throttle: 5GB/day without a speed limit
• Additional Perks: Security features, virtual locations, and an ad blocker
• Pros: Additional security features & affordable pricing
• Cons: Plan lengths fixed to only 7 or 30 days

2. Airalo - Best for Calls and Texts

We’ve tested Airalo not just in Austria, but across 40+ countries, so it’s safe to say it’s Freaking Nomads-approved. It’s the flexible plan options and seriously user-friendly app that keeps us coming back for more, plus the 52 language options and ability to use multiple currencies make it especially digital nomad-friendly.

The only real con for Austria specifically is that regional plans don’t have any unlimited options, but the great pricing on Airalo’s higher data plans definitely makes this less of an issue. The 30-day 20GB and 50GB options in particular are cheaper than a lot of other competitors. And, if an unlimited plan is a necessity, you could always consider one of Airalo’s regional Europe unlimited data eSIMs starting at $12.41 (€10.50) for 3 days.

Airalo is also hands-down the best choice for anyone looking for a plan that includes calls and texts. It has a ton of choices, from as little as $5.82 (€5) for 1GB/10 call minutes/10 texts for 3 days, up to $37.28 (€32) for 50GB/500 call minutes/500 texts for 30 days.

Specifications

• Data Options: 1GB, 3GB, 5GB, 10GB, 20GB, 50GB
• Unique Plans: Data/Calls/Texts combo plans for 3, 7, 15, and 30 days
• App Options: Available in 53 languages and multiple currencies
• Pros: Most affordable for higher data fixed plans
• Cons: No unlimited data plans for Austria

3. Jetpac - Best for Flexible Plans

Instead of relying on just one provider, JetPack gives you superior connectivity by using multiple networks within Austria. On top of this, the eSIM unlocks free access to WhatsApp, Uber, Grab, and Google Maps, meaning you will never be left stranded even after your data has run out.

The thing we love the most about JetPac is just how many eSIM plan choices you have. The fixed data plans have you covered for pretty much any amount of data you might want, with easy top-up options if you end up needing more. Then, once your plan activates, you have unlimited data sharing. Aka, you can hotspot to your laptop or tether to a friend’s device for as long as you like. There is a slight downside that data speeds on unlimited plans get throttled after 3GB/day, but that shouldn’t be an issue for most people.

Specifications

• Data Options: 1GB, 3GB, 5GB, 10GB, 15GB, 20GB, 30GB, 40GB, or unlimited data
• Unlimited Data Throttle: Unlimited data speeds throttled after 3GB/day
• Additional Perks: Free access to useful apps
• Pros: Large choice of prepaid data amounts & unlimited data sharing via hotspot
• Cons: Data throttle on unlimited plans

4. Holafly - Best Unlimited Data Plans

We’ve always recognized Holafly as having some of the best unlimited eSIM plans available. The connection is always quick and reliable, plus Holafly lets you choose the exact number of days you want the plan to last. It starts from as little as 1 day of unlimited data for $3.90 (€3.30) up to 90 days for $139.90 (€118.36).

These unlimited plans are truly unlimited, with no data throttling and fast 5G coverage from multiple network providers. We will say, the data sharing limit of 1GB a day is a little bit of a drawback, but luckily, we always have a portable hotspot on hand to replace data sharing from our phone.

Specifications

• Data Options: Unlimited data plans only
• Unlimited Data Throttle: Unlimited high-speed data (with rare exceptions)
• Pros: No data throttling & you can choose the exact length of your plan
• Cons: No prepaid data plans

5. Yesim - Best Pay-As-You-Go Plan

We had to include Yesim on this list as it offers things no other provider does. On top of the standard prepaid and unlimited data plans, Yesim has a pay-as-you-go option where you literally only pay for what you use. The rate is $1.80 (€1.52) per GB in Austria, with a minimum starting balance of $12 (€10.15). The plan is called Pay & Fly, the data is valid for 12 months after buying it, and the same eSIM works in 200+ destinations.

Price-wise, Yesim is fairly competitive. In fact, its 30-day unlimited data plan had the best rate out of the providers we tested. What’s also cool is that you can actually customize your eSIM plan entirely by adding info like what you want an eSIM for, the apps you use the most, and how many hours of internet you need each day.

Specifications

• Data Options: 10GB, 20GB, 30GB, unlimited data plans, and pay-as-you-go plans
• Pay-As-You-Go Rate: $1.80 (€1.52) per GB
• Pros: Pay-as-you-go option & cheapest 30-day unlimited data plan
• Cons: Limited prepaid data plans

6. BNESIM - Best Range of Prepaid Data Options

If you’re sick of losing unused data (we definitely are), then BNESIM might be the solution for you. While you can still opt for its 30-day options, the best thing about BNESIM is its non-expiring plans. Whether you choose 1, 3, 5, 10, or 20GB of data, it's guaranteed to never expire or disappear. This is great for us nomads who don’t always know exactly how long we’re going to stay in one place.

Another thing we love about Yesim is that it has 50GB and 100GB data options for Austria. Yes, this is probably overkill for most people, but for those of us who need a lot of data and don’t want to risk the throttle that happens with unlimited plans, it’s a total godsend.

Specifications

• Data Options: 1GB, 3GB, 5GB, 10GB, 20GB, 50GB, 100GB, or unlimited data
• Unlimited Data Throttle: Unlimited data speeds throttled after 3GB/day
• Pros: Big range of prepaid data options & non-expiring plans
• Cons: Not the most competitive pricing & data throttle on unlimited plans

Planning for eSIM Coverage in the Austrian Alps

One thing to keep in mind if you’re heading on a trip to Austria and want to use your eSIM in the Alps is that not all eSIM providers are going to give you the same coverage. It shouldn’t come as much of a shock that mountain terrain can seriously affect data connection and speeds. And the further you get from the towns, the more spotty your connection might get.

In popular ski towns such as St. Anton am Arlberg, Kitzbühel, and Zell am See, coverage is generally strong across the board. That means when you’re in the actual towns, there’s not too much to worry about. But coverage becomes much less reliable on the mountain slopes, hiking trails, and remote alpine roads.

When it comes to choosing an eSIM for these areas, start by checking which network the provider uses and take a look at the coverage map. Our top tip is to pick a provider that uses A1 (like Jetpac and Holafly), as it's considered the best network for the mountains. If you think you’re going to be really remote, then downloading offline maps is always a good idea.

Austria eSIM FAQs

Which eSIM is best for Austria?

It’s going to depend on your needs, but our overall top pick for an Austrian eSIM is Saily, thanks to the fast and reliable connection plus added security features.

Can I get an eSIM for Austria?

Absolutely! There are lots of great eSIM providers for Austria that offer lots of different prepaid and unlimited data options.

How can I get an eSIM for Austria?

The easiest way to get an eSIM for Austria is to download the provider’s app and purchase the eSIM directly from your phone. Then, just follow the on-screen instructions to activate it.

How much does an eSIM for Austria cost?

The cost will depend on the type of plan you choose. The lowest options start around $1 or $2 for 1GB of data over 30 days, up to $50 to $60 for 30 days of unlimited data.

Is an eSIM cheaper than roaming in Austria?

Yes, in most cases, an eSIM and data plan are much cheaper than traditional roaming. Unless your normal phone plan has free roaming in Austria, you’ll have to pay a daily roaming rate that is usually way higher than a standard eSIM plan.