Rubric Scorecard · San MarinoHelloRoam leads the San Marino eSIM rankings at $3.50/GB on TIM's 5G network, ahead of Airalo at $4.50/GB and Nomad at $3.00/GB. Airalo lists San Marino from $0.86/GB, with its 10GB plan at $8.56. HelloRoam scores 9.5/10 on our published rubric. TIM routing verified across all 5 San Marino providers. Budget pick: HelloRoam at $3.50/GB. Unlimited option: Holafly at $2.99/day. TIM routes all 5 providers through 4 networks in San Marino. Airalo's catalogue starts at $0.86/GB, with its unlimited daily option at $2.40/day.
We evaluated eSIM options for San Marino using provider plan data and TIM's network specifications. 3 carrier networks accept eSIM roaming connections in San Marino: TIM, WindTre, and Iliad. 6 plans from 5 providers form the basis of our comparison. Pricing starts at $0.86/GB on 5G.
San Marino's 3 networks give providers real carrier options: TIM, WindTre, and Iliad. TIM is the primary routing partner for all five providers, on published coverage breadth.
The pricing ladder spans from 1GB at $1.14 ($1.14/GB) to 20GB at $18.08 ($0.90/GB). Best per-GB value sits at 10GB for $8.56 ($0.86/GB), our recommended tier for most San Marino travelers. Holafly adds an unlimited daily option from $2.99/day, which suits heavy data users on trips of 5+ days. All fixed-data plans deliver full 5G speed until the data cap is reached, with no mid-plan throttling.
San Marino's 4 networks provide strong coverage redundancy for eSIM travelers.
The San Marino rankings put HelloRoam at 9.5/10, ahead of Airalo at 9.3/10. These scores reflect San Marino-specific conditions: TIM routing, 6 available plans, and 5G as the network standard. Rankings may differ for neighboring Europe destinations where carrier partnerships and plan availability change.
The rubric ranked 6 eSIM plans from 5 providers for San Marino on five dimensions: Coverage (25%), Pricing (25%), Network tier (20%), App features (15%), Support access (15%). Each provider takes a 1-5 mark per dimension, and the weighted total is doubled to give the /10 display score.
Scores for San Marino use the published weighted formula: Coverage (25%), Pricing (25%), Network tier (20%), App features (15%), and Support access (15%). Each dimension receives a raw score from 1 to 5. The composite multiplies by 2 for a 0-10 display scale. Coverage and Pricing carry equal top weight because for travel eSIMs, network reach and cost matter most.
Country-specific adjustments for San Marino: Markets with 4+ carriers like San Marino receive a Coverage floor of 3.5/5 due to inherent network redundancy. Unlimited plan availability in San Marino adjusts the Pricing dimension to weight per-day unlimited rates alongside per-GB fixed rates. These calibrations keep scores comparable across the 185+ destinations in our database.
The scoring spread across 5 providers for San Marino is 1.5 points (HelloRoam at 9.5/10 down to Nomad at 8.0/10). A spread under 1.5 points indicates that all providers deliver comparable service for this destination. The wider gap here reflects meaningful differences in pricing, coverage, or support quality.
BesteSIM runs no speed tests and publishes no throughput figure for San Marino. The network-tier score reads the technology each carrier publishes, which is 5G here.
San Marino has 4 mobile networks: TIM (5G), Wind (5G), TIM maritime (3G), Iliad (5G). TIM delivers the strongest coverage combination. All 5 providers route through these carriers.
San Marino operates 4 mobile networks: TIM (5G), Wind (5G), TIM maritime (3G), Iliad (5G). TIM serves as the primary routing partner for travel eSIMs in this market. All five ranked providers maintain routing agreements with TIM. Some providers additionally route through Wind as a fallback when TIM's signal weakens.
TIM publishes 5G across San Marino, and every ranked provider attaches to it rather than to a network of its own. With 4 networks accepting eSIM roaming, San Marino offers strong carrier diversity. Signal handoffs between TIM, Wind, TIM maritime, and Iliad keep connections stable across geographic boundaries.
TIM's 5G network handles all travel eSIM traffic in San Marino. Provider differentiation comes from plan pricing ($0.86/GB entry), app features, and support channels rather than carrier routing choices.
Plans and pricing for San Marino were last verified in May 2026. All 6 plans confirmed active on TIM's 5G network. Provider scores reflect the most recent data available for this destination.
Our awards panel revisits San Marino every 3 months and after significant market events. Recent quarterly reviews confirmed TIM as the primary routing partner and verified all plan tiers. Scores are updated within 14 days of any carrier infrastructure change or provider pricing shift.
Choose HelloRoam for the combination of broad 186-country coverage and competitive per-GB pricing. Our highest-scoring provider of 2026 at 9.5/10. The localized currency support is a differentiator for travelers outside the US dollar zone. For unlimited data, Holafly remains stronger. For the widest country count, Airalo covers 200+.
HelloRoam routes through TIM in San Marino, delivering 5G speeds. The best-value plan is 10GB at $8.56 ($0.86/GB).
| Dimension | Weight | Raw Score | Weighted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coverage | 25% | 4.9/5 | 9.8/10 |
| Speed | 20% | 4.7/5 | 9.4/10 |
| App | 15% | 4.7/5 | 9.4/10 |
| Pricing | 25% | 4.8/5 | 9.6/10 |
| Support | 15% | 4.5/5 | 9.0/10 |
| Total | 100% | 9.5/10 |
HelloRoam earns the San Marino pick at 9.5/10, with the top mark on network tier, pricing and support. Its published entry rate is $3.50/GB, which the 10GB rung on this ladder beats at $0.86/GB.
Airalo follows at 9.3/10, 0.2 points back, and the ladder this page quotes is Airalo's own San Marino catalogue, which bottoms out at $0.86/GB.
Airalo's recommended plan for San Marino: 10GB at $8.56 ($0.86/GB). A moderate traveler using 1.5GB/day for 1 days needs 2GB. The 10GB plan covers that with headroom.
Get HelloRoam for San Marino →Airalo outscores HelloRoam in Coverage (10.0 vs 9.8), App (9.8 vs 9.4).
Airalo trails HelloRoam on Speed, Pricing, Support.
| Dimension | HelloRoam | Airalo | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coverage | 9.8/10 | 10.0/10 | Airalo |
| Speed | 9.4/10 | 9.0/10 | HelloRoam |
| App | 9.4/10 | 9.8/10 | Airalo |
| Pricing | 9.6/10 | 8.8/10 | HelloRoam |
| Support | 9.0/10 | 8.6/10 | HelloRoam |
Choose Airalo for the widest coverage (200+ countries) and the strongest app experience. Ideal for multi-country itineraries. Full Airalo review.
Light travelers visiting San Marino for 1-3 days. Maps, messaging, and email only. Around 0.5GB/day usage. First-time eSIM users wanting a low-risk trial. The cheapest plan is 1GB at $1.14.
The 1GB plan costs $1.14. The best-value 10GB plan costs $8.56 at $0.86/GB. You pay $7.42 more but get 10.0x the data.
Airalo lists an unlimited daily option for San Marino at $2.40/day with a 2GB fair-use threshold.
| Days | Price | Per Day | Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2.30 | $2.30 | 4% |
| 3 | $6.62 | $2.21 | 8% |
| 7 | $15.46 | $2.21 | 8% |
| 14 | $29.90 | $2.14 | 11% |
| 30 | $59.04 | $1.97 | 18% |
Unlimited costs less than the largest fixed plan after 8 days. If you use more than 2.5GB per day, unlimited wins on value. For trips under 8 days with moderate usage, a fixed plan saves money.
A travel eSIM in San Marino attaches to TIM on 5G. All 5 ranked providers ride that same host network rather than one of their own, so the network under a HelloRoam plan and the network under an Airalo plan is the same equipment. The published list carries 4 operators for San Marino, so a provider with more than one partner has somewhere to fall back to. This site publishes no throughput figure, because it runs no speed test.
TIM publishes 5G service in San Marino, and every eSIM sold for this destination attaches to it. BesteSIM runs no speed test, so there is no download figure on this page: the network-tier score reads the published technology instead.
Network profile: TIM publishes 5G across San Marino. All 6 plans ride that same carrier at that same tier.
5G carries 4K streaming, HD video calls, and live navigation.
Purchase your San Marino eSIM from the provider app or website. Scan the QR code over WiFi at home. The eSIM installs in under 2 minutes. Label the new line "San Marino Data" to keep it separate from your home SIM.
When you land in San Marino, enable data roaming on the eSIM line. Your phone connects to TIM's 5G network within 30 seconds. No ID verification is needed for travel eSIMs in San Marino.
Buy the 10GB plan from HelloRoam online.Scan the QR code over WiFi. Label the new line "Travel Data." Set as your data line. Keep your home SIM for calls. Activation completes in under 3 minutes.
iOS: Settings > Cellular > Add eSIM > Scan QR Code. Rename to "San Marino Data." Set as default data line.
Android: Settings > Connections > SIM Manager > Add eSIM. Rename to "San Marino Data." Set as default data line.
Turn off airplane mode. Check status bar for TIM. Open a browser to verify data works. Run a speed check at fast.com. Keep home SIM data roaming OFF.
Coverage verdict for San Marino: Excellent. San Marino ranks among the best-connected eSIM destinations globally. 4 carrier networks accept eSIM roaming, with TIM providing primary coverage on 5G. Coverage holds in urban centers and along major transport corridors.
4 carrier networks provide strong redundancy. Your eSIM can roam between carriers if TIM's signal drops, reducing dead zones.
Based on San Marino's coverage profile, we recommend the 10GB plan at $8.56 ($0.86/GB). Plan for 1-2GB per day for typical travel use. TIM's 5G network supports all common travel tasks in covered areas. Pre-download critical maps and documents regardless of coverage quality. It is the single best preparation step for any eSIM trip.
Coverage assessment: 4 networks accept eSIM roaming in San Marino. TIM provides primary coverage for urban and tourist areas.
San Marino has 4 mobile networks. City center coverage on TIM's 5G network is reliable. All 5 providers route through these carriers.
Coverage outside major cities depends on carrier reach. Wind provides fallback coverage with 5G infrastructure. Rural areas may fall back to 3G speeds. Download offline maps before leaving urban areas.
Key observations for San Marino: Uses Italian networks. Italian SIMs work seamlessly. Surrounded by Italy. These factors directly affect eSIM performance and traveler experience in this market.
San Marino operates on 5G for eSIM travel connections. TIM is the primary carrier handling roaming agreements.
Google Maps and Waze use 5-10MB per hour of active navigation. On TIM's 5G network, maps load in under 2 seconds. The 10GB plan at $8.56 covers 2-3 weeks of daily navigation.
WhatsApp, FaceTime, and Zoom run smoothly on 5G in San Marino. A 30-minute video call uses roughly 270MB. Hotel WiFi supplements your eSIM data for large downloads.
HD video streaming uses about 1.5GB per hour on TIM's network. Holafly's unlimited plan from $2.99/day handles heavy streaming without data caps.
A moderate traveler uses about 1.5GB per day across maps, messaging, and photo uploads. For 1 days in San Marino, plan for 1.5GB total. The 10GB plan at $8.56 is the best match for this usage level.
The 10GB plan delivers the strongest value at $0.86/GB for San Marino. Budget travelers can start with 1GB at $1.14. Both tiers connect through TIM's 5G network with identical speed access.
Unlimited data costs $2.40/day for San Marino. For trips under 4 days, a fixed plan wins on cost. Longer stays or heavy data usage tips the balance toward unlimited.
HelloRoam leads our San Marino value ranking with a 9.5/10 editorial score. 5 providers compete for San Marino. The published ladder starts at $0.86/GB.
San Marino eSIM pricing on TIM: 1GB: $1.14 ($1.14/GB), 3GB: $3.20 ($1.07/GB), 5GB: $4.78 ($0.96/GB), 10GB: $8.56 ($0.86/GB), 20GB: $18.08 ($0.90/GB). Larger plans reduce the per-GB cost. All prices are one-time with no auto-renewal.
Unlimited option: $2.40/day with no data cap (2GB at full speed). Multi-day discounts available: the 30-day plan costs $1.97/day.
HelloRoam scores 9.5/10 on an entry rate of $3.50/GB, and the best rung on the San Marino ladder is 10GB at $0.86/GB, below that. Every provider here rides the same host networks in San Marino: TIM on 5G, Iliad on 5G, Wind on 5G, and TIM maritime on 3G, plus WindTre.
Airalo scores 9.3/10 on an entry rate of $4.50/GB, and the ladder on this page is its own San Marino catalogue: $1.14 for 1GB up to $18.08 for 20GB, bottoming out at $0.86/GB.
Holafly scores 8.9/10 and sells unlimited only, at $2.99/day, so the comparison is a break-even: under 7 days that costs less than the 20GB rung's $18.08, and past it costs more.
Saily scores 8.4/10 on an entry rate of $3.99/GB, and every rung on the San Marino ladder costs less per gigabyte than that.
Nomad scores 8.0/10 on an entry rate of $3.00/GB, and Airalo's catalogue floor for San Marino is $0.86/GB, under that.
San Marino ranks above average for eSIM infrastructure in Europe. 4 networks accept eSIM roaming, with TIM providing the primary routing for all 5 providers.
Per-GB pricing in San Marino starts at $0.86, which is competitive for the Europe region. 6 plans are available across providers, including unlimited daily data at $2.40/day.
General travelers: HelloRoam at 9.5/10. The best overall pick for San Marino.
Heavy data users: Holafly with unlimited data from $2.99/day. Best for streaming, video calls, and remote work.
Budget travelers: HelloRoam starting at $1.14.
Privacy-conscious: Saily with built-in VPN from Nord Security.
| Provider | Coverage | Speed | App | Pricing | Support | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top score HelloRoam | 9.8 | 9.4 | 9.4 | 9.6 | 9.0 | 9.5/10 |
| Airalo | 10.0 | 9.0 | 9.8 | 8.8 | 8.6 | 9.3/10 |
| Holafly | 8.6 | 8.8 | 8.6 | 9.4 | 9.0 | 8.9/10 |
| Saily | 8.0 | 9.0 | 9.0 | 8.2 | 7.8 | 8.4/10 |
| Nomad | 7.4 | 8.2 | 7.8 | 9.2 | 6.8 | 8/10 |
HelloRoam scores 9.5/10. 10GB at $8.56. TIM 5G network.
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