Compare the best eSIM plans for Puerto Rico
Internet from the moment you land in San Juan
- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From 1,50€
- 2400+ plans compared
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1,50€
Cheapest plan
2400+
Puerto Rico plans
24+
Providers available
4G/5G
Networks supported
Best eSIM deals for Puerto Rico
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BNESIM
1 GB
30 days
PR
1,50€
AbesteSIM
1 GB
1 day
PR
1,63€
Stellar eSIM
1 GB
7 days
PR
1,59€
eSIM.dog
1 GB
7 days
PR
1,84€
Manet Travel
1 GB
7 days
PR
12,40€
eSIMPhoney
1 GB
7 days
PR
2,49€
eSIM for Puerto Rico at a glance
From
€5.20
For 5 GB / 30 days
Plan duration
1 to 30+ days
Depending on the plan
Local networks
Liberty Mobile, Claro PR, T-Mobile US
US carrier footprint (US territory)
VPN needed?
No
All Western services work fine
Hotspot sharing
Available
On most plans
Compatibility
iPhone XS+ / Android 8.0+
Check your device
Internet in Puerto Rico: everything you need to know
Puerto Rico is a US unincorporated territory and benefits from US carrier coverage. Internet penetration exceeds 86% and 4G/5G mobile coverage reaches 99% of inhabited areas (source: ITU DataHub, 2024). Liberty Mobile (Claro PR / América Móvil), T-Mobile US and AT&T are present. US plans generally include Puerto Rico WITHOUT roaming charges.
- ●Dense 4G/5G coverage in San Juan, Bayamón, Carolina, Ponce, Mayagüez. Very good around Caguas, Aguadilla, Rincón and the east coast (Fajardo, Luquillo). Patchier across the central cordillera (Adjuntas, Jayuya), El Yunque National Forest (signal at the visitor center, weak on trails) and on Vieques and Culebra (decent signal in villages, weaker elsewhere).
- ●Average mobile speed ~80–120 Mbps download per Ookla (Q1 2025).
- ●No Western services blocked : Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, X, YouTube, Netflix work normally. WhatsApp and iMessage are widely used.
- ●Great for Uber, Google Maps, Apple Pay (broadly accepted), US banking apps (Chase, Bank of America), ATH Móvil (widely used local mobile money) and Discover Puerto Rico (tourism app).
Sources: Internet Society Pulse: Puerto Rico, FCC Broadband Map: Puerto Rico, Ookla Speedtest Global Index
eSIM pricing in Puerto Rico: what our data shows
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in Puerto Rico is 0.17 €/GB, across 1,293 plans compared. The real differentiator is not the headline rate but the depth of the offer: the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip.
Best price per GB
0.17 €/GB
Plans compared
1,293
Americas average
0.46 €/GB
World ranking
83 / 215
Puerto Rico is 63% cheaper than the Americas regional average (0.46 €/GB).
Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
See the eSIM price Observatory by country →Which eSIM providers for Puerto Rico?
Here are the 6 best-placed eSIM providers for Puerto Rico, ranked by best price per GB. Prices are expressed per GB so plans of different sizes can be compared on the same basis.
| Provider | Price per GB | From | Max duration | Hotspot | 5G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| eSIM.dog | 1.20 €/GB | 1.84 € | 365 d | Yes | — |
 MobiMatter | 1.30 €/GB | 4.00 € | 30 d | Yes | Yes |
| AbesteSIM | 1.35 €/GB | 1.63 € | 25 d | Yes | — |
| BNESIM | 1.46 €/GB | 1.50 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
| Stellar eSIM | 1.52 €/GB | 1.59 € | 15 d | Yes | Yes |
 Tourist eSIM | 1.71 €/GB | 2.51 € | 30 d | Yes | — |
Providers ranked by best price per GB, across plans of at least 1 GB. Source: Datadopt catalogue.
Compare all plans →Device compatibility
eSIM is built into every iPhone XS and later, as well as Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3a+ and most high-end Motorola, Oppo, Sony and Xiaomi models.
Not sure about your device? Check compatibility here.
How to install your eSIM for Puerto Rico
- 1. Compare offers on https://www.datadopt.com/en/compare/pr
- 2. Browse our partners' eSIM offers and choose the data volume and duration that fit your trip.
- 3. Purchase the eSIM plan that best fits your needs on our partner's site.
- 4. Receive a QR code by email after purchase.
- 5. Before you leave or during your stay, add the eSIM to your smartphone (Note: a stable Wi-Fi connection may be required during this step.)
- 5.1. On iPhone: Settings > Mobile Data > Add Plan > Scan the QR code
- 5.2. On Android: Settings > Connections > SIM card manager > Add a mobile plan
- 6. Once you arrive, turn on the data of your eSIM and enjoy reliable internet in Puerto Rico.
Frequently asked questions
Does the eSIM really work in Puerto Rico?
"USA" or "North America" eSIMs generally cover Puerto Rico via T-Mobile US or Liberty Mobile. Verify the included country list before buying : strict "continental USA" eSIMs don't always include Puerto Rico.
Does my US plan work in Puerto Rico?
Yes for T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon and Sprint : Puerto Rico is treated as domestic (no roaming). For a European on the other hand, EU roaming does not apply — plan a travel eSIM.
How much data for 7 days in Puerto Rico?
Plan 3–6 GB for 7 days : Maps, Uber, cloud photos, WhatsApp/iMessage, some streaming. More if you remote-work from the beach.
Is there signal at El Yunque and on Vieques/Culebra?
El Yunque : signal at the visitor center and entrance. Weak on deep trails (La Mina, Mount Britton) — download offline Maps. Vieques and Culebra : decent signal in villages (Isabel II, Esperanza, Dewey), weaker on remote beaches (Mosquito Bay, Flamenco Beach).
Can I share the connection with other devices?
Most Puerto Rico eSIM plans allow hotspot : the field is listed on each Datadopt offer detail page.
How much does an eSIM cost in Puerto Rico, and is it cheap?
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the best price per GB actually available in Puerto Rico is 0.17 €/GB, across 1,293 plans compared. The real differentiator is not the headline rate but the depth of the offer: the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip. Puerto Rico is 63% cheaper than the Americas regional average (0.46 €/GB). In our global ranking of well-covered eSIM markets, Puerto Rico sits at position 83 of 215 by price per GB (1 = cheapest). Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
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