SIM Cards: Buying Advice, Tips, and News

From service in the US to regional or global travel, the best eSIMs we've tested will help you stay connected wherever you go.

If you're looking to save money on your wireless bill, these lesser-known, lower-cost cell phone plans might be the ticket.

If you have any international travel planned, consider snagging a digital eSIM now. Until the end of this year, new users save 30% off a Nomad plan via a special discount code.

If you're traveling abroad any time soon, a digital eSIM will let you stay connected without physically swapping SIM cards. New users can save 30% off a plan with a special discount code.

The Nomad eSim App helps you stay connected overseas, without crazy roaming charges and SIM changing hassles. All the new users can now save thanks to this exclusive PCMag deal.

Are you thinking about traveling? Well, your U.S. cell phone plan won't work overseas. That's where an eSim comes in, and you can snag a great one at a big discount.

Holafly's eSIM makes it easy to stay online worldwide with seamless setup and fast, unlimited service, though it costs more than much of the competition.

A dual-SIM setup lets you use one phone to make and receive calls and texts from two numbers. It's also super convenient and can save you serious cash when traveling. We show you how to use two SIMs whether you carry an iPhone or Android.

GigSky’s eSIM service is a reliable and affordable option for travelers seeking data-only connectivity in more than 190 countries.

The eSIM is for data use only, can come with up to 20GB of international data per month, and supports service in over 200 countries.

The Nomad eSIM offers global coverage with affordable pricing, making it a good option for travelers and deal seekers.

The KnowRoaming eSIM makes it easy to connect to wireless providers around the world and offers flexible plans, but it's limited to data service only.

MobileX's eSIM service is simple to set up and connects to one of the largest 5G networks in the US for fast, reliable cellular speeds at affordable rates.

Saily's eSIM service is a breeze to set up, and its affordable pricing and worldwide coverage make it an easy choice for travelers and bargain hunters alike.

eSIM is slowly gaining traction with top phone brands and should make it easier to switch from one carrier to another—or to add a second line to your phone without heading to a carrier store.

The aloSIM eSIM provides access to data anywhere in the world, without roaming charges.

Purchasing and swapping in a physical SIM can be a hassle on international journeys. On a recent trip to Spain, I opted for a rented eSIM from Airalo in a Google Pixel 7. Here's how it went.

The KnowRoaming Global SIM Card is a convenient option for infrequent international travelers who want to avoid the hassle of buying a local SIM card.

It's one of the best wireless service promotions we've seen in a long time, tempered only by the quality of Sprint's network.

KnowRoaming may have finally resolved the frustration of switching SIMs when traveling abroad.