I will focus on how the Airalo Eurolink eSIM works in Hungary in this article. Hungary is in the European Union, so data and calls may be included in your plan. I decided to use this opportunity to try out how the Airalo Eurolink eSIM works for Hungary.
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If you want to compare Airalo Eurolink eSIM with other eSIM I tried while in Hungary, you can find my reviews here:
Reviews: eSIM for use in Hungary
This article (Roaming eSIM Ultimate Guide) discusses eSIM technology and other companies in detail. This article (How to choose eSIM) offers advice on choosing a suitable product for a trip abroad. All eSIM reviews are available here.
Airalo Discount Code
If you use my Airalo code SANDRA4293 you can get $3 off or 15% discount (link to the discount here) on your first eSIM.
If you already have an existing account you can get 10% discount on eSIMs US$10+ using this link.
Airalo Applications
Airalo has apps where you can buy new plans or track the usage of your existing plans. Below are the links where you can download them:
For Google Play click here.
For Apple Store click here.
Airalo Offering for Hungary
Airalo offers three types of travel eSIMs for Hungary.
The first type is the local product Airalo Szia! eSIM. It is a data plan specifically for use in Hungary.
The second type is the regional product Airalo Eurolink eSIM, which can be used in 39 European countries. These include Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine and United Kingdom.
The third type is the Airalo Discover eSIM, which offers two “Global eSIMs” types. One type consists of data packages ranging from 1 to 20 GB, usable in 124 countries.
“The other “Global eSIMs” type includes data, voice calls, and SMS. The plans offer 10 to 200 voice call minutes, 10 to 200 SMS, and 1GB to 20 GB of mobile data. These eSIM cards come with an Austrian phone number +43.”
Detailed instructions on creating an account and buying a data package can be found in this article.
Airalo Eurolink eSIM Price
At the time of my trip, Airalo offered six Eurolink eSIM products. Each product provided a different amount of mobile data, ranging from 1GB for $5 (approximately £3.8) to 100GB for $185 (approximately £141). The validity of the packages ranged from 7 to 180 days.
I recommend comparing prices in US dollars and Euros/Pounds directly on the Airalo site, as there may be a difference for higher amounts. Also, remember that many banks charge different fees, so it’s important to compare all options and see if buying the eSIMs in USD or your local currency is cheaper.
What Phones Support eSIM?
With this technology’s growing popularity, more and more phones and tablets are on the market that support it. When buying a phone, you should ask the seller if the phone supports eSIM. Airalo regularly updates the list of supported devices, so it is better to check their official support page.
Mobile Operators in Hungary and Connection Type
Hungary has three mobile operators: T-Mobile (Telekom), Telenor (Yettel), and Vodafone. It’s important to note that Airalo Eurolink eSIM can be used in Telenor (Yettel) and T-Mobile networks (you should always check the description of the eSIM). To ensure there is coverage in your area, you can visit nperf.com and check before making the purchase.
Connection Type
Airalo lists the LTE network on its website. However, you may also see the 5G icon.
eSIM Activation
The activation and validity period of Airalo Eurolink eSIM starts when it connects to the supported networks, in this case, Telenor (Yettel) or T-Mobile.
My Airalo Eurolink eSIM Experience
My Data Plan
I bought an Airalo Eurolink eSIM data plan with 3 GB of data and a validity period of 7 days. The price of the package was $13 (approximately £10, €12). However, you can get this eSIM cheaper using one of my discount codes.
Network registration
After activating the Airalo Eurolink eSIM in my phone’s settings, it took just a few seconds for the eSIM to connect to the Yettel (Telenor) network. Sometimes, it displayed Yettel and other times, it showed Telenor, but it was the same mobile operator.
Once I turned on mobile data, I noticed that I had lost the signal, and a message popped up indicating that only emergency calls could be made. After about five minutes, the eSIM successfully reconnected to the network. Surprisingly, the letter E appeared, indicating a 2G network. Fortunately, it quickly switched to 4G. Then, the arrows next to 4G appeared and started flashing in both directions, indicating that the data connection was successfully established.
Functionality
While waiting at the airport, I passed the time by watching various videos on YouTube and scrolling through posts from friends on Instagram. I also searched for information on the Internet and played games on my Nintendo Switch, which I connected to the Internet using my phone’s tethering feature.
I even noticed the 5G icon briefly appearing on my phone before it switched to the LTE network. However, the speeds remained excellent, so it didn’t make much difference.
Speed
I recently conducted a speed test on the Airalo Eurolink eSIM to measure its downlink and uplink speeds. The download speed peaked at an impressive 98.8 Mbps. This test utilised approximately 125 MB of data.
Top-ups
Buying additional data is simple. Click on “My eSIM” and “TOP UP”. Purchased data will be used automatically when the original data runs out.
Conclusion
The Airalo Eurolink eSIM offers data plans ranging from 1GB to 100GB, with 7 to 180 days validity periods. It supports Telenor (Yettel) and T-Mobile networks in Hungary.
During my usage, the Airalo Eurolink eSIM performed flawlessly, even in a crowded airport where many others were also using the Internet. I encountered no issues with video streaming, web page loading, or gaming. The transfer speeds were particularly impressive, reaching nearly 100 Mbps.
Based on my experience, I wholeheartedly recommend this product due to its seamless performance and reliability.
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
| Different sizes of data offered – from 1GB to 100GB | No Unlimited Data bundle |
| Super fast transfer speeds – 98.8 Mbps | |
| Different validity periods of data plans – from 7 to 180 days | |
| Simple process for top-up | |
What is your experience with eSIM in Hungary? Do you have a favourite one?
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