Saily review: Evaluating Nord Security’s eSIM app

First, what is Saily?

Saily is an eSIM application that offers affordable mobile data plans for different locations without dealing with physical SIM cards. It’s a convenient alternative for those whose phones only have a single SIM card slot or support eSIMs only — they don’t have to worry about accidentally losing their primary SIM card, and switching from one eSIM to another is a matter of a few screen taps.

Since no physical SIM cards are involved and everything happens in the app, Saily lets you quickly compare and select data plans for different destinations around the globe, so you don’t have to sort through a bunch of SIM card packages and plan details. It covers over 200 destinations on every continent, making it a universal travel companion. You can select plans for specific countries and regions, so if you plan on globetrotting around different countries or continents, you can get your coverage sorted on the Saily app before you even depart.

Why would you want to use this app?

Although the initial description might give some ideas on how Saily can aid you on your travels, let’s explore some of the key benefits in more detail.

Saily is designed for anyone traveling to a different country, but it’s especially useful for frequent travelers like business professionals and globetrotters. With the Saily eSIM app, you can keep your phone number and use the app to get as much cellular data as you need during your trip.

For those who need to stay connected while traveling, Saily eliminates the hassle of switching SIM cards or paying for costly international roaming plans. For example, global sales managers can use it as an affordable way to stay in touch with clients and teams almost anywhere they are at the moment. For world travelers, Saily offers a way to get mobile data to access maps, travel guides, and local recommendations, helping them make the most of their trips.

How does Saily work?

Saily is a straightforward, easy-to-use eSIM app. As soon as you download it, you can choose to explore the plans, log in, or create a new account. Signing up is incredibly simple and takes less than a minute. However, keep in mind that you need either a Google or an Apple account to proceed.

Once you’re in, you can immediately start managing your plans and earning credits. We were really impressed by how easy it is to switch between plans. To add a new eSIM plan, you can browse the list of countries and regions or use the search feature to find the one that suits you best. Then you can just finalize the purchase with your preferred payment option, and you’re good to go. You can also set up auto top-up in case you run out of data during your travels.

Saily is compatible with both iOS and Android, so you can find it on the App Store or Google Play. If you have any service-related questions, a 24/7 customer support chat is ready to help.

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How much do Saily plans cost?

Saily’s pricing depends on the country or region you need it for as well as how much data you plan to buy. Saily is available in more than 200 destinations, and the country plans include popular locations like the US, Brazil, Australia, Japan, and Italy. Regional plans allow travelers to access data even when they cross borders within a continent. Saily’s Region plans cover:

• Africa

• Asia and Oceania

• Caribbean islands

• Europe

• Latin America

• Middle East and North Africa

• North America

In addition to the regional plans, travelers can also choose a Global plan, which covers over 120 countries and can provide up to 50 GB of data for the full year. At the time of writing, the most affordable plans for specific countries start at just $2.99, while regional plans start at $4.99. The lowest-tier plans cover 1 GB of data for seven days. Other options include:

• 2 GB for 15 days

• 3 GB for 30 days

• 5 GB for 30 days

• 10 GB for 30 days

• 20 GB for 30 days

• 25 GB for 60 days

Travelers who need more data can choose an Unlimited plan, which can range from five days to a month. This plan offers 5 GB of high-speed data a day and unlimited data at up to 1 Mbps once it goes over. Although the slower data might be frustrating for some heavy data users, the 5 GB daily threshold should suffice most travelers. The lack of an unlimited Saily data plan was our main critique the first time we reviewed the app — as well as a concern from users at the time — and we’re glad to see the team has responded to feedback so efficiently.

Saily now also offers options for businesses. Companies can set up and monitor eSIM plans for employees, track data usage, and top them up as needed.

If you’re unsure which Saily eSIM data plan will suit your needs best, you can use the data usage calculator to help you decide.

Disclaimer: The aforementioned plans are not available for all destinations. The prices, plans, and locations mentioned were all last verified on May 4, 2026, and are subject to change.

Saily Ultra: The all-in-one travel subscription

In 2025, the eSIM app introduced Saily Ultra — a subscription-based plan for frequent travelers. It gives users 30 GB of high-speed data monthly. Once they hit the cap, they can still get unlimited data at up to 1 Mbps without surcharges.

In addition to the monthly data access, Saily Ultra offers travel perks, like lounge access at selected airports, fast-track security and check-in passes, a lounge entry for flights that are delayed for over two hours, and a monthly Uber voucher.

To improve users’ online security, Saily Ultra offers a bundle with NordVPN, NordPass, NordLocker, and Incogni. This bundle lets users:

• Get monthly mobile data while traveling abroad.

• Change their virtual location.

• Automatically block malicious sites and limit trackers.

• Create and manage passwords securely.

• Store sensitive files in an encrypted cloud.

• Request personal data removal from the internet.

To learn more about the Saily Ultra plan and what it offers, you can read our full review.

Credits and discounts 

To help users top up their data more efficiently, Saily has introduced credits. Users can earn back in Saily credits when they activate an eSIM through one of the eligible plans, use special offers, or refer their friends to use the app themselves. They can use these credits in the future to:

• Buy eSIM data plans for less.

• Book airport lounge access.

• Get special vouchers.

• Access services like fast-track and luggage storage.

Advanced security features for safe travels

In addition to offering high-speed data, Saily helps protect travelers’ data as they browse online. The built-in security features in the Saily app include:

• An ad blocker. Saily detects and blocks intrusive ads before they load, helping you save data and load websites faster.

• Web protection. Saily is equipped with a DNS-based filter that blocks known malicious domains that host scams and malware.

• A virtual location changer. If you want to enhance your online privacy or access a page that’s only available back home, you can use the virtual location feature to switch to your home country and browse safely.

And as we’ve already mentioned, if you decide to get the Ultra plan, you will get access to other premium Nord Security tools, like NordVPN and NordPass.

Quick summary

The Saily app does exactly what it is supposed to do. It lets you switch to your destination country quickly and use high-speed data plans to avoid roaming costs. This means you can access the internet without a hitch, wherever you are. The app is incredibly user friendly and requires no expert knowledge to get started. The addition of the Ultra plan offers a flexible option for frequent flyers, both in terms of mobile data and extra perks. Following the user feedback, the Saily team also introduced an unlimited plan, showing it’s open to listening and improving its pain points.

Some users might find the need to connect to a Google or Apple Account a drawback. However, with plenty of plans to choose from and secure payment options, Saily is a near-perfect app that delivers on its promise. We’re really proud of the team behind it and are excited to see Saily strengthen its position as the next big product in the Nord Security lineup.

Give it a try and form your own opinion

Although our Saily review can give you quite a good understanding of what the app does and how it works, nothing compares to experiencing it for yourself. That’s why we suggest you go to the App Store or Google Play, download the Saily eSIM app on your device, and try it on your next trip. We think you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

Also, while you wander around new places with your mobile data at the ready, don’t forget about your account security as well. You might need to make new accounts to access public transport or lodging bookings, so make sure they’re well protected. Use NordPass to generate and safely store new passwords. NordPass’ document storage also offers a safe stowaway for passports, visas, and other essential digitized documents you might need on your travels.