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Cheapest South Africa eSIM per Day: Plans Compared
11,122 matching plans from 254 providers. Listed promotional prices from $0.00.
Sorted by lowest total price.
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11,122 matching offers254 providersFeed checked 10 Nov 2026, 16:27 UTC
A low-cost starting point for each kind of trip
How we shortlistRegular-price matches for the listed data and trip-length requirements.
| Your trip | Lowest listed offer | Actual allowance | Listed price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest listed allowance |  Eskimo eSIMSmallest paid start | 1 GB · 730 days | $0.00 · Promo, terms apply |
| At least 5 GB · 7 days |  ESIM.DOG 🐶Trip minimum · 5 GB+ | 5 GB · 7 days | $4.92 |
| At least 10 GB · 14 days |  GLOBAL YOTrip minimum · 10 GB+ | 10 GB · 30 days | $9.44 · Promo, terms apply |
| At least 20 GB · 30 days | GLOBAL YOTrip minimum · 20 GB+ | 20 GB · 30 days | $16.27 · Promo, terms apply |
The comparison
Find a plan for the journey.
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| Provider & offer | Data for your trip | Local connection | Travel features | Plan price | Next stop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Data1 GBReset: Not reported Validity730 daysActivation: Not reported | Vodacom5G: Supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upSupported ID checkNot reported Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.00Promo · terms apply$0.0095 / validity day (regular)$6.90 / listed GBRegular $6.90Code not supplied · Terms unconfirmed | Provider | |
Data100 MBtotal allowance Validity7 daysActivation: Not reported | Not reported5G: Not reported | Tethering / hotspotNot reported Top-upNot reported ID checkNot reported Low-latency flagNot reported Throttling riskNot reported SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.22Promo · terms apply$0.13 / validity day (regular)$9.00 / listed GBRegular $0.90Code not supplied · Terms unconfirmed | Provider | |
Data100 MBReset: Not reported Validity7 daysActivation: Not reported | Not reported5G: Not supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upSupported ID checkNot required Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.30Regular price$0.04 / validity day (regular)$3.01 / listed GB | Provider | |
Data500 MBper dayThen 512 Kbps Validity1 dayActivation: Not reported | cellc-za · vodacom-za5G: Supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upNot reported ID checkNot reported Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.35Promo · terms apply$0.39 / validity day (regular)Regular $0.39Code not supplied · Terms unconfirmed | Provider | |
Data100 MBReset: Not reported Validity7 daysActivation: Not reported | cellc-za · mtn-za · telkom-za · vodacom-za5G: Supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upSupported ID checkNot required Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.47Promo · terms apply$0.07 / validity day (regular)$4.90 / listed GBRegular $0.49Code not supplied · Terms unconfirmed | Provider | |
Data500 MBReset: Not reported Validity7 daysStarts on first connection | cellc-za · mtn-za · telkom-za · vodacom-za5G: Supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upNot reported ID checkNot reported Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.50Regular price$0.07 / validity day (regular)$1.00 / listed GB | Provider | |
Data500 MBper dayThen 512 Kbps Validity1 dayActivation: Not reported | cellc-za · vodacom-za5G: Supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upNot reported ID checkNot reported Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.57Promo · terms apply$0.63 / validity day (regular)Regular $0.63Code not supplied · Terms unconfirmed | Provider | |
Data500 MBReset: Not reported Validity1 dayActivation: Not reported | telkom-za5G: Not supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upNot reported ID checkNot reported Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.62Regular price$0.62 / validity day (regular)$1.24 / listed GB | Provider | |
Data500 MBReset: Not reported Validity1 dayActivation: Not reported | cellc-za · mtn-za · telkom-za · vodacom-za5G: Not supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upNot reported ID checkNot reported Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.62Regular price$0.62 / validity day (regular)$1.24 / listed GB | Provider | |
Data100 MBReset: Not reported Validity1 dayActivation: Not reported | telkom-za5G: Not supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upSupported ID checkNot required Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.63Promo · terms apply$0.70 / validity day (regular)$7.00 / listed GBRegular $0.70Code not supplied · Terms unconfirmed | Provider | |
Data500 MBReset: Not reported Validity7 daysActivation: Not reported | cellc-za · mtn-za · telkom-za · vodacom-za5G: Supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upSupported ID checkNot required Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.71Promo · terms apply$0.11 / validity day (regular)$1.50 / listed GBRegular $0.75Code not supplied · Terms unconfirmed | Provider | |
Data500 MBReset: Not reported Validity7 daysActivation: Not reported | telkom-za5G: Not supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upNot reported ID checkNot reported Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.74Regular price$0.11 / validity day (regular)$1.48 / listed GB | Provider | |
Data500 MBReset: Not reported Validity7 daysActivation: Not reported | cellc-za · mtn-za · telkom-za · vodacom-za5G: Not supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upNot reported ID checkNot reported Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.74Regular price$0.11 / validity day (regular)$1.48 / listed GB | Provider | |
Data100 MBReset: Not reported Validity1 dayActivation: Not reported | telkom-za5G: Not supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upSupported ID checkNot reported Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.75Promo · terms apply$0.83 / validity day (regular)$8.30 / listed GBRegular $0.83Code not supplied · Terms unconfirmed | Provider | |
Data100 MBReset: Not reported Validity7 daysActivation: Not reported | Not reported5G: Not supported | Tethering / hotspotNot reported Top-upNot reported ID checkNot reported Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.76Regular price$0.11 / validity day (regular)$7.59 / listed GB | Provider | |
Data500 MBReset: Not reportedThen 384 Kbps Validity1 dayActivation: Not reported | Not reported5G: Not supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upSupported ID checkNot required Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.80Promo · terms apply$1.00 / validity day (regular)Regular $1.00Code not supplied · Terms unconfirmed | Provider | |
Data100 MBReset: Not reported Validity7 daysActivation: Not reported | cellc-za · mtn-za · telkom-za · vodacom-za5G: Supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upNot supported ID checkNot required Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.87Promo · terms apply$0.14 / validity day (regular)$9.70 / listed GBRegular $0.97Code not supplied · Terms unconfirmed | Provider | |
Data100 MBReset: Not reported Validity365 daysActivation: Not reported | Not reported5G: Not supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upSupported ID checkNot required Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.89Promo · terms apply$0.0027 / validity day (regular)$9.90 / listed GBRegular $0.99Code not supplied · Terms unconfirmed | Provider | |
Data500 MBReset: Not reported Validity7 daysActivation: Not reported | Not reported5G: Not supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upSupported ID checkNot required Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.94Regular price$0.13 / validity day (regular)$1.88 / listed GB | Provider | |
Data100 MBReset: Not reported Validity90 daysActivation: Not reported | telkom-za5G: Not supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upNot reported ID checkNot reported Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $0.98Regular price$0.01 / validity day (regular)$9.80 / listed GB | Provider | |
Data100 MBReset: Not reported Validity7 daysActivation: Not reported | cellc-za · mtn-za · telkom-za · vodacom-za5G: Supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upSupported ID checkNot required Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $1.03Promo · terms apply$0.15 / validity day (regular)$10.80 / listed GBRegular $1.08Code not supplied · Terms unconfirmed | Provider | |
Data1 GBReset: Not reportedThen 384 Kbps Validity1 dayActivation: Not reported | Not reported5G: Not supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upSupported ID checkNot required Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $1.04Promo · terms apply$1.30 / validity day (regular)Regular $1.30Code not supplied · Terms unconfirmed | Provider | |
Data500 MBReset: Not reported Validity7 daysActivation: Not reported | vodacom-za5G: Supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upSupported ID checkNot required Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $1.06Promo · terms apply$0.18 / validity day (regular)$2.50 / listed GBRegular $1.25Code not supplied · Terms unconfirmed | Provider | |
Data500 MBReset: Not reported Validity7 daysActivation: Not reported | cellc-za · mtn-za · telkom-za · vodacom-za5G: Supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upNot supported ID checkNot required Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $1.08Promo · terms apply$0.17 / validity day (regular)$2.40 / listed GBRegular $1.20Code not supplied · Terms unconfirmed | Provider | |
Data490 MBReset: Not reported Validity1 dayActivation: Not reported | cellc-za · mtn-za · vodacom-za5G: Supported | Tethering / hotspotSupported Top-upSupported ID checkNot required Low-latency flagNot flagged Throttling riskNot flagged SubscriptionNo Pay as you goNo | $1.09Regular price$1.09 / validity day (regular) | Provider |
Planning the whole itinerary
Plan your connection for South Africa
Build a shortlist around the route before deciding which listed total is cheapest for you.
List every border crossing
For a multi-stop journey, inspect each country comparison and the provider’s complete regional coverage. A continent heading on this site is not a regional data package.
Compare fit, then total cost
Keep your data and duration requirements consistent while comparing providers. Check activation and network information before deciding whether one regional offer or separate purchases fit better.
Choosing a provider
Planning your South Africa connection
Questions to settle before choosing an offer for the itinerary.
What is the cheapest eSIM for South Africa?
For South Africa, these providers have the lowest listed 5 GB prices with at least 30 days of validity:
- ESIM.DOG 🐶 $5.49
- Stellar eSim $5.55
- Tripuck eSIM $5.61 (promo; terms apply)
- GLOBAL YO $5.70 (promo; terms apply)
For a light week, the cheapest 1 GB bundle lasting at least 7 days is:
- Eskimo eSIM $0.00 (promo; terms apply)
Listed prices read 9 Nov 2026.
What is the cheapest 1 GB eSIM for South Africa?
For South Africa, these providers have the lowest listed 1 GB prices with at least 7 days of validity:
- Eskimo eSIM $0.00 (promo; terms apply)
- ESIM.DOG 🐶 $1.17
- Stellar eSim $1.23
Listed prices read 9 Nov 2026.
What is the cheapest 3 GB eSIM for South Africa?
For South Africa, these providers have the lowest listed 3 GB prices with at least 30 days of validity:
- Tripuck eSIM $3.57 (promo; terms apply)
- ESIM.DOG 🐶 $3.69
- Stellar eSim $3.71
Listed prices read 9 Nov 2026.
What is the cheapest 5 GB eSIM for South Africa?
For South Africa, these providers have the lowest listed 5 GB prices with at least 30 days of validity:
- ESIM.DOG 🐶 $5.49
- Stellar eSim $5.55
- Tripuck eSIM $5.61 (promo; terms apply)
Listed prices read 9 Nov 2026.
What is the cheapest 10 GB eSIM for South Africa?
For South Africa, these providers have the lowest listed 10 GB prices with at least 30 days of validity:
- GLOBAL YO $9.44 (promo; terms apply)
- ESIM.DOG 🐶 $9.83
- Stellar eSim $9.89
Listed prices read 9 Nov 2026.
What is the cheapest 20 GB eSIM for South Africa?
For South Africa, these providers have the lowest listed 20 GB prices with at least 30 days of validity:
- GLOBAL YO $16.27 (promo; terms apply)
- ESIM.DOG 🐶 $16.91
- Stellar eSim $16.96
Listed prices read 9 Nov 2026.
How do I shortlist eSIM providers for a trip to South Africa?
Start with the days you need a connection and a suitable allowance. Compare the matching listed prices, then check the provider’s activation timing and coverage for your route.
Does a South Africa listing cover the next country on my itinerary?
Do not assume it does. A regional offer may cover several stops, but the provider’s complete country list must include each one. The continent directory only helps you navigate comparisons.
Is the cheapest South Africa offer suitable for a short stopover?
It may be, if its activation, allowance and validity fit the stopover. Confirm when the clock starts and whether your phone is compatible before buying.
Who helps with the eSIM once I arrive in South Africa?
The provider that sold the plan handles activation and connection problems. RoamScout compares the offers and accepts corrections to catalog information.