Best eSIM for Canada in 2026: 6 Providers Compared (Real Prices)
By Sophie Hartley · Aug 8, 2026 · 5 min read
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Canada is one of the more expensive countries we've priced for eSIM data, which makes it more important than usual to know which provider is actually worth it before you land in Toronto, Vancouver, or Montreal. We checked live pricing across 123 providers we track for Canada, and one flat-rate plan beats the field by a wide margin.
The quick answer
- Cheapest unlimited data for a full month: Maya Mobile at $49.99 — the next cheapest is Ubigi at $69.00, with Airalo at $86.00.
- Best short-trip unlimited: Maya Mobile at $9.99 for 3 days, or GigSky's genuine 1-day unlimited at $4.99 if your trip is even shorter.
- Cheapest entry point: GigSky's 1GB/7-day plan at $2.99, with Ubigi's equivalent at $5.00 close behind.
- Notable standout: Airalo also sells voice-and-SMS-bundled versions of most of its Canada data tiers for a bit more than the pure-data price — worth a look if you want calling minutes included, though every price we cite here is the data-only rate.
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What you'll actually pay: six providers compared
Airalo
Airalo's pure-data Canada tiers run from $7.00 for 1GB/3-days up through $23.00 for 10GB/30-days, with a 5GB/7-day plan at $14.00. Unlimited tiers run from $19.00 for 3 days up to $86.00 for a full month — among the pricier options here. Airalo separately sells voice-and-SMS-bundled versions of most of these same tiers for a modest premium, genuinely useful if you want calling included.
Nomad eSIM
Nomad eSIM's unlimited tiers cover 3, 7, and 10 days ($18.00, $30.00, $35.00), but there's no 15 or 30-day unlimited option for Canada. Its fixed 30-day tiers are more competitive: 10GB at $17.00, 20GB at $31.00, 5GB at $13.00, and 50GB at $69.00. Real discount code active:
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Saily
Saily's unlimited range runs from $19.99 (5 days) to $59.99 (30 days) — among the most expensive full-month unlimited plans here. Its fixed 30-day tiers are workable but not standout: 20GB at $43.99, 10GB at $30.99, 5GB at $17.99. Real discount code active:
Ubigi
Ubigi is a strong fixed-data option for Canada: 20GB for 30 days is $21.00, 10GB is $19.00, and 5GB is just $7.00 — all comfortably cheaper than the equivalent Nomad eSIM or Saily tiers. Its unlimited 30-day plan at $69.00 is the second-cheapest we found, behind only Maya Mobile, and its 60GB/12-month annual plan at $70.00 is a solid option if you're staying long-term. Real discount code active:
Maya Mobile
Maya's flat global rate — $9.99 for 3 days, $19.99 for 7 days, $27.99 for 14 days, $49.99 for 30 days — dominates the Canada comparison at every duration. Its 14-day price beats every other provider's comparable tier, and its 30-day price beats the next-cheapest option (Ubigi) by a wide margin. Real discount code active:
GigSky
GigSky's real standout for Canada is a genuine 1-day unlimited plan at $4.99 — most providers don't price single days at all. Its 1GB/7-day fixed tier at $2.99 is the cheapest structured entry point on this list too. Real discount code active:
Why the prices are all over the place
North American mobile data tends to run structurally higher than Asia or Europe for most eSIM resellers, and Canada's pricing here reflects that. Airalo's decision to also sell voice-and-SMS-bundled tiers alongside its pure-data ones is specific to how it prices Canada; check whether you actually need calling before paying the premium for it.
My honest take: unless you specifically need Airalo's bundled minutes, Ubigi's fixed-data tiers are the better value for most Canada trips. Our data usage guide breaks down realistic usage if you want to check your own numbers first.
How to pick based on your trip
- A short trip (around 3 days): Maya Mobile at $9.99, or GigSky's genuine 1-day unlimited at $4.99 if you're only there a day.
- About a week: Maya Mobile again at $19.99, cheaper than Nomad eSIM's ($30.00) 7-day unlimited.
- Two weeks: Maya Mobile's 14-day plan at $27.99 beats every other provider's comparable tier.
- A full month, fixed data is enough: Ubigi's 20GB/30-day plan at $21.00 is the clear standout, well ahead of Nomad eSIM ($31.00) and Saily ($43.99).
- A full month, you want unlimited: Maya Mobile at $49.99, ahead of Ubigi ($69.00) and everyone else.
- You want calling minutes included: Airalo is the one provider here that also sells voice-and-SMS-bundled versions of its Canada data plans.
- You're relocating or staying long-term: Ubigi's 60GB/12-month annual plan at $70.00 is a rare option among the providers we track.
A few things worth knowing before you buy
Canada is enormous, and coverage reflects that — Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and other major cities have strong, reliable networks, but more remote areas (rural stretches of the territories, parts of the Prairies, and similar) can have real gaps regardless of which eSIM you choose. If your trip goes off the beaten path, it's worth checking coverage maps for your specific route.
Install before you fly. Every provider here lets you activate the eSIM only once you land, so there's no need to hunt for airport wifi on arrival.
Check your phone is eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked first — our compatibility guide takes about a minute.
If this is your first time using an eSIM, our beginner's guide to how eSIMs work covers installation and activation from the very start.
See the full, live list of Canada eSIM plans from every provider we track, sorted by price, if you want to compare exact tiers side by side.
Cheapest Canada eSIM plans right now
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Roamable100MB · 7 daysGet eSIM$0.10 -
abesteSIM200MB · 1 dayGet eSIM$0.41 -
Yesim200MB · 1 dayGet eSIM$0.50 -
ASimGo200MB · 1 dayGet eSIM$0.54
Sophie has been living out of a suitcase since 2014, filing travel-tech dispatches from over 60 countries. She buys and tests eSIMs the way other people collect passport stamps — obsessively, and usually the day before a flight.
Frequently asked questions about Canada eSIMs
What is the cheapest eSIM for Canada?
Right now the cheapest Canada eSIM on eSIMKart is abesteSIM's 200MB plan for 1 day at $0.41. Prices from 123 providers are re-checked automatically every day, so this answer updates itself.
Is there an unlimited data eSIM for Canada?
Yes — 2458 unlimited-data plans cover Canada. The cheapest is abesteSIM's 1 day unlimited plan at $0.54. Most unlimited plans apply a fair-use speed cap after heavy daily use, so check the provider's terms.
How many providers sell eSIMs for Canada?
123 providers currently list 8100 plans for Canada, from $0.41 to $995.80. Every plan links straight to the provider's own checkout — eSIMKart compares, it doesn't resell.
How long does a Canada eSIM last?
Validity ranges from 1 to 730 days. Pick a plan that covers your whole stay — validity usually starts on first connection, and most plans can't be paused.
Which Canada eSIM providers offer 5G?
abesteSIM, AirPlans, ASimGo, co:sim, Esimatic, eSimHero, Eskimo, ETravelSim, Flysimio, GigSky, Globie, JamboSim, Lempart Flex, Maya Mobile, MegaEsim, MicroEsim, MoodSIM, PikaSim, Roamable, Roamix, Roamless, Sim Local, Simbye, SimSmash, Skyalo, Textr eSIM, Tripuck, TropiTrade, Virgin Connect, Yatelo (30) report 5G access in Canada where the local network supports it. Other providers may also offer 5G but haven't published network details.
Can I use a multi-country eSIM in Canada?
Yes — 3797 regional or global plans listed here also work in Canada. They cost a little more per GB but save you from buying a separate eSIM for each country on a multi-stop trip.
Will my phone work with a Canada eSIM?
You need an unlocked, eSIM-compatible phone — most iPhones from XS onward and most recent Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel models qualify. Use our free eSIM compatibility checker to confirm your exact model before buying.
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