Best eSIM for Canada in 2025: A Guide

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Canada is vast, wild, and breathtaking — but staying connected shouldn’t be an adventure. There's an easy way to avoid those painful roaming charges (of up to CAD $20 a day!)

More and more travellers are switching to eSIMs for Canada for their fast setup times and strong coverage.

What to Know Before Buying an eSIM for Canada

1. Match your plan to your trip
eSIM plans range from 3 to 90 days, so pick one that covers your entire stay — including airport time and travel days. No one wants to run out of data before reaching Banff.

2. Choose a trusted provider
Check ratings and reviews before you buy — not all eSIMs are created equal. For example, Sim Local is trusted by 4 million travellers and rated 4.8/5 stars on Google!

3. Your data habits might change
Travelling often means heavier phone use — from navigating with Google Maps to posting those stunning lake views. Think about how much data you’ll actually use on the go, and choose a plan that keeps up.

What is the best eSIM for Canada?

This guide breaks down the best Canada eSIM plans available to download from Sim Local on our website, app, or at airport locations. Download the Sim Local app to track your data usage and top up in seconds!

Smartroam eSIMs connect you to Canada’s top networks — Bell, TELUS, Freedom Mobile, and Videotron — for fast, reliable coverage wherever your trip takes you.

Canada - Unlimited Data (7 Days)

Canada Unlimited Data 7 Days

Smartroam

Unlimited

$36.50

7 Days

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Top Seller

Top up: Available in the Sim Local app
Hotspot: Yes (No limits)

One week of full-speed, no-limits data — ideal for business trips, ski getaways, or a fast-paced Canadian adventure. Use your phone like you're at home, even if you're deep in downtown Calgary.

Canada - Unlimited Data (15 Days)

Canada Unlimited Data 15 Days

Smartroam

Unlimited

$49.25

15 Days

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Top Seller

Top up: Available in the Sim Local app
Hotspot: Yes (No limits)

Unlimited data for two full weeks — whether you’re festival-hopping in Toronto or working remotely from a lakeside cabin. Stream, Zoom, hotspot — and don’t worry about the bill, bud.

Canada 20GB (30 days)

Canada 20 GB

Smartroam

20GB

$60.50

30 Days

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Best Value

Top up: Available in the Sim Local app
Hotspot: Yes (No limits)

Planning to document every beaver, brunch, and big sky you see? This plan has you covered. Best for digital nomads or anyone working remotely with a Tim Hortons coffee in hand.

Canada 10GB (30 days)

Canada 10 GB

Smartroam

10GB

$30.25

30 Days

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Top up: Available in the Sim Local app
Hotspot: Yes (No limits)

The sweet spot for most travellers — plenty of data for daily use, Insta-stories, and Spotify on the GO train. Perfect for road trippers exploring Quebec to BC with just one SIM.

Canada 5GB (30 days)

Canada 5 GB

Smartroam

5GB

$15.00

30 Days

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Top up: Available in the Sim Local app
Hotspot: Yes (No limits)

A great pick for a week or two in Canada, whether you’re café-hopping in Montreal or watching the northern lights in the Yukon. Covers your digital needs without melting your maple syrup budget.

Canada 3GB (30 days)

Canada 3 GB

Smartroam

3GB

$12.50

30 Days

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Top up: Available in the Sim Local app
Hotspot: Yes (No limits)

Ideal if you're staying longer but keeping things low-key — think checking transit in Vancouver or booking day hikes in Banff. Light streaming, essential apps, and room for a few moose selfies.

Canada 1GB (7 days)

Canada 1 GB

Smartroam

1GB

$5.00

7 Days

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Top up: Available in the Sim Local app
Hotspot: Yes (No limits)

Just enough data for a quick trip to Toronto or a weekend chasing waterfalls at Niagara. Perfect for maps, WhatsApp, and Googling “why is poutine so good?” — all on a budget.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I Even Need an eSIM?

Roaming with your regular SIM can cost a fortune — and often gives you slower speeds. Local SIM cards are great but they involve finding a store and physically swapping cards. eSIMs are quick to set up and easy to use. There’s no need to wait or swap SIM cards—just buy online, scan the QR code we send you, and you'll be connected in minutes!

2. Is My Phone eSIM-Compatible?

Most modern smartphones support eSIM — you can check in seconds with our compatibility list. And no, it won’t mess with your regular number — they can run side by side.

3. Which Plan Should I Choose?

Think about how much you stream, scroll, or Zoom — then pick a data size that fits your trip. Not sure where to start? Try our Find My Plan tool.

4. How Do I Install & Activate It?

Just scan the QR code and follow the quick setup — you’ll be online in minutes. Activate it before or after you land — it’s totally up to you.

5. What If Something Goes Wrong?

We’ve got live chat, WhatsApp, and even in-airport stores if you need a hand. And if your plan isn’t right, our no-fuss refund policy has your back.

6. What's Smartroam Coverage Like in Canada?

Smartroam connects you to Canada's top networks — Bell, TELUS, Freedom Mobile, and Videotron — delivering strong urban coverage, reliable nationwide access.