eSIM
Airhub
App-first travel eSIM: over 190 countries, install by scanning a QR code
Airhub is an app-first travel eSIM, built around a simple flow: download, scan, activate. The brand claims coverage in over 190 countries, dual SIM compatibility so you keep your usual number, and a connection "that works the moment you land".
Datadopt compares the active Airhub plans to help you pick the offer with the best duration/price ratio, across country, regional and Global plans.
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Airhub's strengths
App-first flow
The iOS and Android app sits at the heart of the service: download, scan the QR code, activate. Usage tracking and top-up are all handled from a single account.
Over 190 countries
Coverage across six continents via local partner operators. Single-country, regional and Global plans for multi-country trips.
Dual SIM compatible
The Airhub eSIM runs alongside your physical SIM card: you keep your usual number for calls and use Airhub data abroad.
Works the moment you land
Install before departure and activate on arrival: your data is ready as soon as you land, with no hunting for airport Wi-Fi.
Top-up without reinstalling
Recharge an existing Airhub plan from the app or the website without reinstalling a new eSIM, to extend a stay at the last minute.
Transparent pricing and 24/7 support
Airhub emphasises the absence of hidden fees and last-minute surprises, with customer support reachable 24/7.
Who is Airhub? Operator overview
Airhub is a provider of app-first travel eSIMs: the mobile app is the entry point to the service, with a flow summed up in three steps, download, scan, activate. Like the whole sector, Airhub does not own its own network: the brand resells access to local partner operators under a unified layer, which explains the coverage of over 190 countries and the variability of 4G/5G speeds depending on the destination.
The service is designed to be installed before departure and activated on arrival: your data works the moment you land, with no hunting for Wi-Fi. Dual SIM compatibility is a headline feature: the Airhub eSIM coexists with your physical SIM card, letting you keep your iPhone or Android on your usual number while using Airhub data abroad.
Each destination offers several plan tiers (often ten to twenty options), with durations generally ranging from 7 to more than 30 days. Airhub stresses transparent pricing, with no hidden fees, and offers top-up without reinstalling from the app or the website. Tracking your remaining data is done continuously from the account.
On the usage side, Airhub targets business travellers, tourists and digital nomads who want a solution with no physical card swap. The brand claims more than five million travellers and highlights customer support reachable 24/7. The eSIMs are mostly data: voice goes through the usual apps.
Is Airhub reliable? The service relies on established partner operators and a standard refund policy: full refund as long as the eSIM is not activated, case-by-case review after activation. Watch points: speeds vary by partner, ratings are mixed across platforms (the app stores are more favourable than Trustpilot), and a VPN is needed for China. Always match the plan to your real usage.
Airhub review: what to take away?
Datadopt aggregates the ratings from the main review platforms (Trustpilot, App Store, Google Play) when they are available, to give an objective view of Airhub's reputation.
Trustpilot
3.8/5
1,592 reviews
App Store (iOS)
2.6/5
5 reviews
Google Play (Android)
3.0/5
685 reviews
Recurring strengths
- Simple app-first flow: download, scan, activate
- Dual SIM compatible: you keep your usual number for calls
- Data ready the moment you land thanks to installing before departure
- Top-up without reinstalling and customer support reachable 24/7
Watch points
- Speeds vary by destination: 4G/4G+ in most cases, 3G possible elsewhere
- Mixed ratings: app stores more favourable than some review platforms
- Mostly data plans: no number to receive network calls
- China: a VPN installed before departure remains necessary for Google, WhatsApp and Instagram
Our take: Airhub is a relevant choice for travellers who want a 100% app experience, dual SIM and data ready on landing. For a broader catalogue per destination, Airalo remains the reference; for heavy streaming on a long stay, Holafly's unlimited data is often better suited.
Airhub coverage: where do the plans work?
Airhub offers plans in over 190 countries, in three formats: single-country, regional and Global. Here are the destinations most searched by travellers, with a direct link to the matching Airhub plans.
Popular covered destinations
⚠️ Heads-up for China
China blocks Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and a large part of the Western web (Great Firewall). The Airhub eSIM for China relies on a local operator, so the block applies. To reach your usual services, install a VPN before departure (NordVPN, ExpressVPN, ProtonVPN, Mullvad): once you arrive in China, the VPN download sites are themselves blocked.
Airhub plan types
Country plan
An eSIM dedicated to a single destination, with several volume and duration tiers. Ideal for a focused trip (Japan, United States, Morocco, Thailand).
Regional plan
A single eSIM covering several neighbouring countries. Handy for a multi-country itinerary on the same continent without changing eSIM.
Global plan
An eSIM that follows the traveller from one country to the next by switching between partners. Designed for round-the-world trips and digital nomads.
Dual SIM use
The Airhub eSIM runs alongside your physical SIM: your usual number for calls, Airhub data abroad.
Airhub FAQ
How do I activate an Airhub eSIM?▾
The Airhub flow takes three steps: download the app, scan the QR code received by email and activate. iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → scan the QR. Android: Settings → Network & internet → SIM → Download a SIM. Install before departure and activate on arrival: the data is ready the moment you land.
Is the Airhub eSIM dual SIM compatible?▾
Yes, it is a headline feature: the Airhub eSIM runs alongside your physical SIM card. You keep your usual number to receive calls and texts, while switching your mobile data to Airhub abroad, which avoids roaming fees.
Is there an Airhub app?▾
Yes, the iOS and Android app sits at the heart of the service: it lets you buy a plan, install the eSIM, track remaining data and top up without reinstalling an eSIM. Management is also possible from the website.
Does Airhub work in China?▾
Yes, China is covered, but Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube are blocked by the Great Firewall even via Airhub. Install a VPN (NordVPN, ExpressVPN, Mullvad) on your phone BEFORE departure: once on site, the VPN download sites are themselves blocked.
Can I use WhatsApp, TikTok and hotspot with Airhub?▾
WhatsApp and TikTok: yes, on all destinations (except China without a VPN). Tethering (hotspot): allowed on most Airhub plans, which lets you connect a computer or a tablet to the eSIM data. Check the plan detail on Datadopt.
Can I top up an existing Airhub plan?▾
Yes, you can recharge an existing plan (top-up) from the app or the website without reinstalling a new eSIM or scanning a new QR code. Handy for extending a stay or increasing the volume at the last minute.
Does Airhub refund in case of a problem?▾
Full refund as long as the eSIM is not activated. After activation: case-by-case review in the event of a proven malfunction, not for simple usage. Always test the data before relying on it heavily and contact the 24/7 support.
Airhub or Airalo: which to choose?▾
Airhub = app-first experience, dual SIM compatibility as a headline and data ready on landing. Airalo = broader catalogue per country (several hundred plans per destination), an unlimited range on top of fixed volumes, the market's historic reference. Airalo is also available on Datadopt: see our dedicated comparison.
Is my phone compatible with Airhub?▾
iPhone XS and later (2018+), Samsung Galaxy S20 and later, Google Pixel 3+, Xiaomi 13+, global versions of OnePlus 11+ and most recent eSIM smartphones that are dual SIM compatible. Check for the "EID" field in Settings → General → About (iPhone) or in the SIM settings (Android). See our full eSIM smartphone compatibility guide for the detailed list of models.
What is the speed of Airhub data?▾
It depends on the local partner: 5G in Japan, the United States, Spain and the Emirates on compatible partners; 4G+ across most of Europe and Asia; 4G in Morocco, Turkey and Latin America; 3G possible on some exotic destinations. Check each plan's sheet on Datadopt to verify the network in use.
Alternatives to Airhub
Depending on your usage and your budget, several alternatives may be a better fit:
Airalo
The broadest catalogue on the market: several hundred plans per destination, fixed and unlimited plans, the historic reference.
View the profile Airalo →
Holafly
Genuinely unlimited data with a permissive fair use and 24/7 support, the reference for long stays and heavy streaming.
View the profile Holafly →
Nomad
Aggressive value for money and a polished app, very strong across Asian regions and popular with digital nomads.
View the profile Nomad →
Saily
By NordVPN: reinforced security and unlimited plans that challenge the premium on long stays.
View the profile Saily →
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