Firsty Review 2026 - Is Firsty's eSIM reliable?
At a glance
Reviews & ratings
Used in Europe, Middle East and India: impressive free data, excellent support for upgrade.
Used for years, nothing comparable, great app despite some missing features.
Best eSIM provider for travel.
Pros & cons
👍 What we like
- ✓Basic free connection with no initial fees.
- ✓Transparent pricing from €1/day, no contracts.
- ✓Excellent and fast customer support (chat/email).
- ✓Ultra-simple eSIM installation via app.
- ✓Wide global coverage, local 4G/5G speeds.
- ✓Pause/upgrade flexibility anytime.
👎 What we like less
- ✗Free data limited in speed/bandwidth (basics only).
- ✗No native SMS, calls via separate credits.
- ✗Coverage varies by country (e.g. Belize expensive).
- ✗Requires compatible eSIM device.
- ✗Ads mandatory for free tier.
What is Firsty?
What is Firsty?
Firsty is a unique global eSIM platform enabling data connectivity in over 200 countries through a single digital eSIM installed in the app. Unlike traditional eSIMs, Firsty offers a freemium model: free ad-supported for basics (WhatsApp, Maps), or paid for high speed/unlimited (Comfort+ €1/day, First Class €2.50/day, monthly €39.50). Activation is instant via iOS/Android app, with data management, international calls (credits) and hotspot.
Plans include global, regional (Europe, North America, APAC), no SMS but low-cost calls to 200 countries. Pause anytime, no roaming fees, local 4G/5G networks for the best speeds.
Plans overview
Countries covered by Firsty
Coverage broken down by region. Tap a region to see its countries.
Our verdict
Firsty revolutionizes global connectivity with its free ad-supported eSIM and affordable paid plans. Cover more than 200 countries without a physical SIM or hidden fees, perfect for travelers and digital nomads.
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Frequently asked questions
No, Firsty is not a scam: it is a reliable, well-known eSIM with a 4.1/5 rating in our test and access to local 4G/5G networks (speed depends on local coverage). Just make sure your phone is eSIM-compatible before buying.
Firsty covers many destinations. Availability and network quality depend on the destination and the local partner operator: check that your travel country is covered before buying.
The main downsides we found in our test: Free data limited in speed/bandwidth (basics only), No native SMS, calls via separate credits, Coverage varies by country (e.g. Belize expensive), Requires compatible eSIM device and Ads mandatory for free tier.
It depends on your destination and budget: Firsty scores 4.1/5 in our test, but the best value changes by country. Compare current deals in our comparator before choosing.
For Europe, choose Comfort+ €1/day for high speed browsing/social, or Free for basics. Monthly €39.50 if frequent.
Yes on paid plans (Daily/Monthly), not on Free. Check limits by country.
iPhone XS+, Samsung S20+, Pixel 4+; check firsty.app/post/does-my-device-support-esim.
Refunds in credits via support; contact fast chat for issues.
International calls yes (credits), SMS not supported.
Via app: upgrade plan, top-up daily or switch tiers.
30min sessions via ads, basic speed; unlimited on paid plans.