Lowest price
£4.995GB · 30 days
- 35 countries, including Switzerland and the UK
- Not included: France, Türkiye and Gibraltar
- Starts when you first connect in a covered country
Prices in pounds · Prices checked 4–9 November 2026
An Airalo alternative for Europe
Airalo’s Europe plan is a popular choice. Here is how Graba SIM’s Europe plans compare with it, in pounds, with the same data and days, and where Airalo is the better pick. This page is about Europe only.
Graba SIM Europe · 5 GB for 30 days
£4.995GB, 30 days
Ver plan- Lower than Airalo, Saily, Sim Local, Nomad and Slashtel for the same 5 GB, 30-day plan.
- Rival prices checked 4–9 November 2026. Graba SIM prices are live.
Graba SIM vs Airalo in Europe, plan by plan
Graba SIM is lower on 3 of the 6 Europe plans that both sell with the same data and days. The last rows have a different number of days, so check which suits your trip.
- 5 GB for 30 daysGraba SIM £10.01 less
- 10 GB for 30 daysGraba SIM £14.51 less
- 20 GB for 30 daysGraba SIM £20.51 less
- 50 GB for 30 daysAiralo £71.99 less
- 50 GB for 90 daysAiralo £43.25 less
- 100 GB for 180 daysAiralo £110.49 less
- 1 GBDifferent number of daysDifferent number of days: not ranked
- 3 GBDifferent number of daysDifferent number of days: not ranked
Sources: Airalo Europe plans (checked 4–9 November 2026). Prices change; check before you buy.
Coverage matters as much as price
Graba SIM sells more than one 5GB, 30-day Europe plan. They use different partner networks and cover different countries, so the price changes with the countries you need: the £4.99 plan doesn’t include France or Türkiye. Choose the lowest-priced plan that includes every country on your route.
Includes France
£10.505GB · 30 days
- 33 countries, including France, Switzerland and the UK
- Not included: Türkiye, Moldova, San Marino, Ukraine and Vatican City
- Starts when you first connect in a covered country
Includes France and Türkiye
£21.255GB · 30 days
- 34 countries, including France, Türkiye, Switzerland and the UK
- Not included: Gibraltar, Moldova, San Marino and Vatican City
- Starts when you first connect in a covered country
All 3 plans start when the eSIM first connects in a covered country, so you can install any of them before you go. Start the one you choose within 180 days of buying.
Where Graba SIM is lower
- 5 GB for 30 days: Graba SIM £4.99, Airalo £15.00.
- 10 GB for 30 days: Graba SIM £9.49, Airalo £24.00.
- 20 GB for 30 days: Graba SIM £16.49, Airalo £37.00.
Where Airalo is better
- 50 GB for 30 days: Airalo £54.00, Graba SIM £125.99.
- 50 GB for 90 days: Airalo £77.00, Graba SIM £120.25.
- 100 GB for 180 days: Airalo £142.50, Graba SIM £252.99.
- Unlimited data: Airalo sells unlimited Europe plans from 3 days (£9.00) to 30 days (£55.00). Graba SIM doesn’t sell unlimited data.
- Coverage: Airalo’s Europe plan lists 41 countries. Graba SIM’s 5 GB plan covers 35.
- Reviews: Airalo is a much bigger brand, with many more published customer reviews than Graba SIM.
- Outside Europe: Airalo is lower than Graba SIM on at least one like-for-like plan for Thailand. This page is about Europe only.
What’s the same
Data-only eSIMs
Both are data-only. Your UK SIM stays in your phone for calls and texts, such as bank codes.
Install before you fly
Both send a QR code. Install it at home on Wi-Fi and switch it on when you land.
Help when you need it
Graba SIM’s live chat in the app is available 24/7, and email is answered Monday to Friday. Airalo also offers round-the-clock support.
Questions UK travellers ask
Is Graba SIM cheaper than Airalo?
For Europe, Graba SIM is lower on 3 of the 6 plans both sell with the same data and days, and Airalo is lower on 3. Outside Europe it varies: Airalo is lower on at least one plan for Thailand.
Does Graba SIM cover as many countries as Airalo?
Not quite. Graba SIM’s 5 GB Europe plan covers 35 countries and Airalo’s lists 41. Check your route against the plan’s country list.
Can I get unlimited data from Graba SIM?
No. Graba SIM sells fixed amounts of data. If you stream or share your connection every day, an unlimited plan from Airalo or another brand may suit you better.
How do I get help with a Graba SIM eSIM?
Live chat in the Graba SIM app is available 24/7. Email and contact-form requests are answered Monday to Friday.
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