You know we have the tea on this travel eSIM when we tested it across three continents…
Between airport SIM card queues, sketchy public Wi-Fi, and steep roaming charges, the search for reliable and affordable connectivity options while travelling can be a real buzzkill. As seasoned travellers who have tried various options on our work trips and holidays, we know a good solution when we see one. So when we heard about Saily eSIM, a digital SIM that promises fuss-free connectivity and online privacy protection, we put it to the test. Three team members took it for a spin on our recent trips, and here are our reviews.
Sailing through the setup
Sufyan, our Senior Lifestyle Writer, was the first to give this eSIM a go on his trip to Melbourne, Australia. He shares, “I’ve been using eSIMs for my post-Covid travels, and Saily has been a dream to deal with. The set-up process was easy to follow – the app did all the hard work; I only had to wait for the notification to inform me everything was good to go.”
“I encountered a couple of minor bumps along the way, but they were smoothly remedied by restarting my phone (during the last step of the eSIM installation) and connecting to the airport’s Wi-Fi (activating the eSIM after landing in Melbourne). Overall, the experience was on par with other eSIMs.”
Our Video Creator, Ying Xuan, had her first foray into eSIMs during her European adventure and is now a convert. “This was my first time using an eSIM, as I was always hesitant about its reliability,” she admitted.
“But my experience with Saily completely changed my perception. The process was fuss-free, activation took a few simple steps, and the instructions were clear and easy to follow. I’m genuinely impressed by how seamless it all was.”
No public Wi-Fi? No problem
Ying Xuan found the eSIM to be a godsend for navigating her European exploration. “Starting from Austria, I ventured across several countries in Europe, and I liked that the eSIM provides broad coverage throughout the region. The data connection is consistently stable, with no slowdowns or dropouts — crucial for reliable navigation while travelling!”
Adventures aside, we’re no strangers to working on the go. It comes with the territory when we work in digital media, where everything moves fast and work trips are common. And hey, we even have a work-from-anywhere option at Honeycombers, which Sufyan made full use of on his trip.
Having been in the media space for almost a decade, trust me when I say I’ve been through the pain of hunting for a decent signal abroad. On my spring trip to Korea, it wasn’t all sunshine and cherry blossoms. I had to stay in touch with my team to address a few work items mid-vacay.
Thankfully, Saily’s eSIM didn’t let me down. Connection was smooth, and I sent files and media assets in a jiffy. It was also a breeze to stay in touch with friends and family, especially when I wanted to share glimpses of my trip.
Saying yes to online privacy
Speaking of work, I greatly appreciated the eSIM’s built-in privacy protection. Sufyan agrees: “I’ve been entertaining the idea of subscribing to a VPN service just to protect my online privacy, and having that option with Saily is a great preview of what the experience will be like. The data connections were never slow or spotty, even with the VPN options turned on.”
It comes in handy for region-specific searches, too. Want to look up Singapore cafes while you’re in Seoul? No need to reconfigure your browser settings – just toggle your VPN location and you’re good to go.
Saily eSIM review: Our verdict
After years of testing travel connectivity options, Saily eSIM gets a thumbs up from us. Setup is simple, and the connection is secure, making it a great way to simplify your travel tech without sacrificing speed or security.
Did we mention Saily offers various plans in over 190 countries? That’s a major win in our books. Plus, there’s no need to reinstall your eSIM with every trip; you can simply top up with a new plan.
Our tips: activate the eSIM while you’re still at the airport (you’ll need a stable Wi-Fi connection), and keep the app handy for toggling VPN locations or checking your data usage. Ready to make the switch? Visit Saily’s website for more details, download the app, and it’s time to hit the road!
This post is in partnership with Nord Security.
