See what travelers are saying about their United States of America eSIM experience. Real feedback from real users to help you pick the best plan for your trip.
“ESIM.DOG's North America eSIM (AT&T USA/Freedom Mobile Canada) automatically connects to other networks as well (Verizon, T-Mobile, Bell, Rogers, and TELUS) while not transmitting data. Manual network selection is necessary. Support leads you in circles. Freedom Mobile has very limited coverage outside major cities.”
“Worst customer service I've experienced in a long time. I've been using Airalo for a couple of years without any major issues, but recently I've been dealing with repeated connection problems.
When I tried to get help, I spent over 30 minutes chatting with an AI bot that never resolved the issue or connected me to a human representative. The end result was simple: no data, no solution, and no refund. Very disappointing experience.”
“Generally very good coverage across Michigan with 5G in detroit. Didn't work in more rural areas where AT&T signal was available whereas my partners cheaper sim from esim dog worked okay. Overall good experience ”
“I’ve used multiple eSIM providers from here and this eSIM.dog is the worst one I’ve encountered. Connectivity issues extremely slow and unstable/disconnecting every 5 min for 5-10 minutes on repeat. Waste of money. Do not purchase from this provider”
“I noticed that the pay-as-you-go option does not appear in the plan listings on esimdb, which caught my attention a little. After actually using it, I personally feel this is the most convenient option.
Because it is fully usage based, you can keep using it seamlessly even when moving between countries, which is incredibly convenient. With cheaper flight tickets, long layovers at airports in China are common, and sometimes you may want to head into the city for a short while. In those situations, it feels a bit wasteful to purchase a one day plan or a large data package, so this option fits perfectly.
Airport WiFi is available, of course, but connections can be unstable, and SMS verification is sometimes required, which often makes it more troublesome than expected. That is why having the reassurance of being able to connect immediately on your own mobile line, even during immigration, feels very valuable.
Overseas roaming is also available with ahamo and Rakuten Mobile, but there are still countries that are not covered. Having this set up as a dual SIM feels like something that could really help in an emergency. I also appreciate that LINE and WhatsApp continue to work even after the main data allowance has been used up. It is a small detail, but genuinely useful.”
I bought a voice+data esim for my travel to the States, but after activation I had issues with the data, despite voice calls and SMS working well.
I contacted the customer support team via Whatsapp who were very responsive and issued me an additional data-only esim (1GB) until they could resolve the issue with the original one.
The team was very supposed and solved all my issues and did not leave me hanging while I am traveling and need the data connection at all times.
Highly trusted and reliable, based on my experience.”
“Throttling, low speed after two GB instead of unlimited data as was promised. Bought another USA esim, speed became 40 times higher. Used both to download steam games.”
“Update on previous review: They now route the data through a London VPN so that .gov sites and everything else works. Some very picky sites like homedepot still don't work, but I don't think it's possible to avoid with an international sim. Their site updated to Verizon/T-Mobile which is accurate, but they haven't updated this info across all plans. Expect high latency, as data is routed first through Hong Kong then London and data is QCI 9 but other than that I found it to be very reliable over a few months.”
“I purchased this eSIM for my trip to the US and was satisfied with the ease of installation and the very affordable price. However, I encountered some issues with data traffic being routed through Hong Kong, causing latency and blocking some services like TikTok and ChatGPT. When I reached out to support, they seemed surprised and went on the defensive, rather than offering a helpful solution. It would have been helpful if this was clearly stated on the website and if support was more knowledgeable and proactive in addressing the issue. Overall, the service was easy to use, but these issues impacted my overall experience.”
“Uses Hong Kong IPs, some .gov sites and Amazon cloudfront sites don't work, but TOR works to bypass without a bridge. Only complaint is that it was initially advertised as all three carriers, but they seemed to switch their roaming policies so I only get T-Mobile/Verizon and sometimes Verizon doesn't work. Maybe some carriers are LAC locked, but I would have another eSIM with permanent data to use other carriers in a pinch if you need. They are also a new provider so their rates/policies change quick.”
“No issues in the US. I bought 7 eSIMs and we activated them without any problems upon arrival. In fact, one person ended up not traveling, so I contacted their customer service, and within 24 hours they replied and refunded me for the unused eSIM. A perfect 10/10.”
“As a UK resident travelling to the US for family visits and tourism, I purchased the 15-day unlimited data plan from iRoamly. To My surprise, it genuinely offered unlimited usage the only minor issue was slight initial connection latency (possibly due to roaming handover). As a heavy user of YT and TT with high data demands, this plan exceeded my expectations. Having visited the US multiple times, this is the first truly reliable unlimited eSIM I've encountered. Highly recommended!!”
Was about to purchase x3 eSIMs for USA when I saw this.
"Please note that TikTok, ChatGPT, and Gemini are not supported with this eSIM."
It states this for ALL their USA eSIMs.
I looked up Australia & France and there doesn't seem to have the same restrictions. Hong Kong doesn't, however they use CSL which I've used before and they restrict access to Western TikTok
“I used this eSIM for a recent trip to the US, and the experience was excellent from start to finish. As a first-time eSIM user, I was a bit nervous about the setup, but installation was incredibly easy and straightforward. The connection was super fast and reliable the entire time. I’m already planning to use them again for my upcoming trip to Thailand. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a good and simple solution!”
“They no longer issue eSIMs from Webbing, with the internet breakout being Webbing's servers in Dallas, TX. They now issue eSIMs from Drei (3 Austria), with the internet breakout being Working Group Two's servers in the UK near London. In addition to that, it seems Drei's roaming agreements with Verizon has a lower priority QCI level compared to Plus and Webbing, and so this isn't the best option for me anymore.”
“it barely worked, I mainly could use it for apple car play for everything else I had to wait to be in wifi for it to be usable, whatsapp didn't work well, disney app didn't work either, photos app, or searching anything in google was super slow”
“Worked pretty well. The provider they use for the US is Webbing, and internet breakout is through Webbing's servers in Dallas / Fort Worth in Texas. However, I bought these plans in January and February... I see a more recent review state that their plan had the internet breakout be in Europe, presumably Poland (via Plus). I'm not sure if that's a mistake on Always Mobile's part or something, but it's definitely worth emailing them ahead of time to check and make sure they didn't switch their US plans to using Plus instead of Webbing.”
“I tested a few esim providers for myself and Esim4Travel was one of them. Easy to install and use, no issues. Just read the description and check if the network operator has coverage where you plan to go and you'll be fine. Very good price, would buy again.
Side note: Like with most other esims, traffic is routed through another country (it was Poland for me), so ping was 100-350ms but I had no issues with that (just like most people).”
“Used MicroEsim in the US with no issues. I always had reception. More affordable compared to many other providers.
Side note: Like with most esims, traffic gets routed through another country (in my case Poland with Polish IP). Expect ping of up to 350ms (in my case). Most tourists/travelers will have no issues with this.”
“It was nice to have connections all over the places I visited in the USA It was really easy and fast to install it was really easy and fast to install, the connection was great and the fact that you get unlimited data for such a great price actually works fast makes it so much better than the usual sim you would buy at the airport where you only get a few gigabytes.”
“I used Jetpac eSim for my family and myself on a two week trip trough USA and Canada and it worked without any hiccups. Deploying the eSim to all mobile phones (iPhones) was no problem and the network was good in all situations. None of us complained about slow network speeds and sometimes the kids turned to the mobile network for gaming instead of slow hotel WiFi. We had to buy a new package once and it was booked directly to the right phone with no issue.”
“5GB of the 35GB in the year is for social media app. So you know the Hong Kong ISP is able to identify which app you are using.
What I find is that riding share App like Lyft (I didn't try uber) cannot connect to the internet under this esim. I tried it on both iphone and android phone, same issue. Once connected to VPN or airport wifi, the issue will be gone. I guess it's due to Riding share App like Uber/Lyft are illegal in Hongkong. Complained to Mobimatter about this issue. The customer service are quite difficult to follow my debug, give up.
The rest works OK, fastest speed is 4G but enough for me. The rest of internet service went well.”
“Searching for a suitable data-only eSIM for the USA feels like a black art. Confidently finding one that offers a good service, good GB and price per GB, and that is valid for the right duration feels almost impossible. However, my search led me to ESCAPeSIM (an Australian-owned eSIM provider), offering 30GB for 60 days at 35.99AUD (£18.63). Sounded too good to be true. How could I be sure they would connect to the right networks, offer 4G/5G and all without throttling at that price? I emailed them for support and their reply was speedy, informative and encouraging (T-Mobile and Verizon, 4G/5G with no throttling), with a follow-up query also responded to swiftly. Their website also provided easy to follow instructions on how to activate the eSIM. The only issue for some might be their choice of a Polish mobile operator possibly resulting in a bit of latency, though none that bothered us. My experience to date? Apart from remembering and working out how to enable data roaming(Doh!), ESCAPeSIM has worked perfectly to date. What's not to like?”
“bought 5GB but after use 3.2GB in the US, the rest of data cannot be used any more. dont't find the support button at that time and it is wasted. the webpage of esim4travel will freeze sometimes.
later bought another US/Canada data plan and it is better because price per GB is higher but compated with another hongkong plan I bought later, it is still too slow in speed. 4G shows and no LTE for no 5G phones in esin4travel esim.”
United States of America Travel eSIM FAQ
Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in United States of America
How many travel eSIM brands (providers) are available for use in United States of America, and how many prepaid data plans are there?
There are roughly 250 travel eSIM providers and about 20, 600 prepaid data plans available for use in the United States, offering a wide variety of options that makes it easy for travelers to find an eSIM that suits their needs.
Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for United States of America?
Unlimited data eSIMs for the United States are offered by several providers. Most of these plans come with a 5G network and allow tethering, but the actual speed may be throttled. Some providers state explicit speed limits, such as 1 Mbps, 5 Mbps, 10 Mbps, or 512 kbps, which may affect browsing and streaming performance. The price for unlimited data plans typically ranges from about $1.52 to $17.78 USD, depending on the provider and the validity period. Travelers looking for unlimited data can compare these options on eSIMDB to find a plan that fits their budget and data requirements.
What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in United States of America?
Verizon: The largest wireless carrier in the United States, offering extensive nationwide coverage and a robust 5G network.
T-Mobile: Known for its expansive 5G network and competitive service offerings, T-Mobile has a significant presence across the country.
AT&T: Provides comprehensive coverage and a wide range of services, including a growing 5G network.
Boost Mobile: A subsidiary of EchoStar Corporation, offering prepaid wireless services with a focus on affordability.
U.S. Cellular: A regional carrier serving specific areas with a focus on customer service and network reliability.
In addition to these major carriers, the United States has numerous Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) that lease access from the primary networks to offer their own services. For example, TracFone Wireless is a prominent MVNO with over 25 million subscribers. However, most travel eSIMs rely on the infrastructure of the major Mobile Network Operators rather than MVNOs.
Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for United States of America?
Travel eSIM plans with a phone number that include voice and SMS support are available for the United States of America. Providers such as JamboSim, ESIM.DOG, GlobaleSIM, Airalo, Roamtell, Simbye, and several others offer plans that grant a United States phone number (dialing code +1) with inbound and outbound voice and an optional inbound or outbound SMS capability depending on the specific plan. Prices and validity vary across providers; for example, a 1 GB 7‑day plan with unlimited calls and texts may start around $3 USD, while larger data packages with unlimited data, calls, and texts can range up to $30 USD for a 30‑day period. All plans use a U.S. local number, so local rates apply for domestic calls and SMS.
If you prefer a plan with a foreign dialing code, some options use codes such as +44, +33, or +376 and still provide voice and SMS support, but these are not local U.S. numbers; they will be billed at international rates and may be subject to carrier restrictions. Travelers should verify that required services and applications are accessible in the United States before purchasing.
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