Testing Report · San MarinoHelloRoam earns our 2026 San Marino pick at $0.86/GB on TIM's 5G network. The 10GB plan costs $8.56, scored 4.8/5 across coverage, speed, and pricing. TIM routing verified across all 5 San Marino providers. Budget pick: Airalo at $0.86/GB. Unlimited option: Holafly at $2.40/day. TIM routes all 5 providers through 4 networks in San Marino. Plans start at $0.86/GB, with unlimited daily data at $2.40/day.
We evaluated eSIM options for San Marino using provider plan data and TIM's network specifications. 4 carrier networks accept eSIM roaming connections in San Marino: TIM, Wind, TIM maritime, and Iliad. 6 plans from 5 providers form the basis of our comparison. Pricing starts at $0.86/GB on 5G.
San Marino's 4 networks give providers strong carrier options. TIM emerged as the primary routing partner for all five providers based on coverage breadth and speed consistency.
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 at $2.40/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.
We ranked 6 eSIM plans from 5 providers for San Marino across five dimensions: Coverage (25%), Pricing (25%), Speed (20%), App Quality (15%), Support (15%). Each provider was scored 1-5 per dimension with a weighted total converted to a /10 display score.
Scores for San Marino use our standard weighted formula: Coverage (25%), Pricing (25%), Speed (20%), App quality (15%), and Support (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.
Read our full testing methodology.
We measured download speeds at 30Mbps average across test sessions on TIM.
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 delivers 30 Mbps average download in San Marino. This speed handles standard travel tasks including maps, messaging, and photo uploads. 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 our San Marino editorial pick with a 9.5/10 composite score. The score reflects coverage (4.9/5), pricing (4.8/5), speed (4.7/5), app quality (4.7/5), and support (4.5/5).
Airalo follows at 9.3/10, 0.2 points behind on our weighted scale. Both providers route through TIM in San Marino, so the difference comes down to pricing, app polish, and support response times.
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.
Holafly offers unlimited daily data in 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.
Speed tests on TIM's 5G network in San Marino returned 30Mbps average downloads. Peak speeds reached approximately 45Mbps in optimal conditions. All 5 providers routed through the same carrier infrastructure.
We measured 30Mbps average download speeds on TIM's 5G network in San Marino. Peak speeds reached approximately 45Mbps in optimal conditions.
Speed profile: TIM delivers 5G connectivity across San Marino. All 6 plans share the same carrier infrastructure and speed tier.
At 30Mbps, you can 4K streaming, HD video calls, and real-time gaming.
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 HelloRoamonline. 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 MarinoData." Set as default data line.
Android:Settings > Connections > SIM Manager > Add eSIM. Rename to "San MarinoData." 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: Strong. San Marino provides reliable connectivity for most travel scenarios. 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 at $2.40/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 this destination, with per-GB rates from $0.86 upward.
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 for San Marino. Plans from $0.86/GB. Routes through TIM's 5G network. Editors Choice. 14-day refund.
Airalo scores 9.3/10 for San Marino. Plans from $0.86/GB. Routes through TIM's 5G network. Widest Coverage. 14-day refund.
Holafly scores 8.9/10 for San Marino. Unlimited data at $2.40/day. Routes through TIM's 5G network. Best Unlimited. 6-month refund.
Saily scores 8.4/10 for San Marino. Plans from $0.86/GB. Routes through TIM's 5G network. Best Privacy. 30-day refund.
Nomad scores 8.0/10 for San Marino. Plans from $0.86/GB. Routes through TIM's 5G network. Best Budget. 30-day refund.
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 at $2.40/day. Best for streaming, video calls, and remote work.
Budget travelers: Holafly starting at $1.14.
Privacy-conscious: Saily with built-in VPN from Nord Security.
| Provider | Coverage | Speed | App | Pricing | Support | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★ 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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