Overview

Saily launched as NordVPN's entry into the travel eSIM market. The core product is a standard travel eSIM with competitive pricing, but the differentiator is built-in privacy features inherited from NordVPN's expertise — ad blocking, tracker blocking, and web protection that work at the network level.

For travelers who use public Wi-Fi in cafes, airports, and hotels alongside their eSIM data, this extra layer of protection is genuinely valuable. Plans cover 150+ countries with standard 7–30 day durations.

Pricing

Saily's pricing is competitive with Airalo and often slightly cheaper. Plans typically start at $3.49 for 1 GB / 7 days. Mid-range plans (5 GB / 30 days) run $11–14, and 20 GB plans are $22–25. Not the absolute cheapest (Yesim wins there), but well-priced for the added privacy features.

Value calculation: If you'd normally buy an eSIM ($15) + a VPN subscription ($5/month) separately, Saily at $13–14 for the same data is genuinely good value.

Coverage & Performance

Saily covers 150+ countries with good quality local carrier partnerships. Coverage in major tourist destinations (Europe, SE Asia, USA) is reliable. As a newer provider, their network in less-popular destinations may be less tested than Airalo's.

Speed tests are comparable to other providers — 20–50 Mbps on 4G in most locations. The privacy features don't noticeably impact connection speed.

Pros
  • Built by NordVPN — genuine privacy expertise
  • Ad blocker and web protection included
  • Competitive pricing
  • Clean, minimal app
  • Full hotspot support
Cons
  • Newer provider — less track record
  • 150+ countries vs Airalo's 200+
  • 30-day activation window after purchase
  • Unlimited plans have 3 GB/day speed cap
  • Fewer user reviews available

Tips for using Saily

Activate promptly. Saily plans have a 30-day activation window after purchase. Buy close to your travel dates to avoid wasting validity.

Use the privacy features. Even when connected to hotel or cafe Wi-Fi alongside your eSIM, Saily's ad blocking and tracker protection are working. It's a meaningful upgrade over a basic eSIM.

Good combination: If you already use NordVPN, Saily integrates into the same ecosystem. One less app to manage while traveling.

First time with eSIM? Read our eSIM vs physical SIM guide to understand the differences before buying.

Where to use Saily

We've reviewed Saily for these popular destinations:

JapanTurkeyThailandEuropeUSASouth Korea

Frequently asked questions about Saily

Yes. Saily is built by the same team behind NordVPN, one of the world's most trusted VPN providers. The privacy features are a direct extension of NordVPN's expertise.
Not a full VPN, but it includes ad blocking, tracker blocking, and web protection features at the network level. For a full VPN, you'd still need a separate NordVPN subscription.
Similar pricing and coverage. Saily's advantage is privacy features. Airalo's advantages are wider country coverage (200+ vs 150+) and a longer track record.
Yes. Full hotspot/tethering on all plans with no daily caps.
Yes. The app is clean and simple. QR code installation takes 3–5 minutes. The privacy features work automatically — no configuration needed.