Holafly vs TravelNet in Egypt: prices for 3 to 30 days, networks and data limits
Looking at Holafly for Egypt? This page puts its prices next to TravelNet’s for the same trip lengths, explains what each plan does once you pass your daily data, and lists the networks each provider uses, from Cairo and Giza to Luxor, Aswan and the Red Sea resorts. Both eSIMs are data-only: no Egyptian number, and your own number stays on your phone for WhatsApp and calls.
Holafly vs TravelNet prices in Egypt (USD)
Holafly sells unlimited data priced by the day (1 to 90 days; 1 day costs $6.90). TravelNet sells two unlimited tiers and four fixed-data plans.
| Trip length | Holafly (unlimited) | TravelNet Unlimited Standard | vs Holafly | TravelNet Unlimited Plus | vs Holafly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days | $19.90 | $9.99 | $9.91 less | $18.99 | $0.91 less |
| 7 days | $36.50 | $20.99 | $15.51 less | $40.99 | $4.49 more |
| 15 days | $50.50 | $35.99 | $14.51 less | $71.49 | $20.99 more |
| 30 days | $95.90 | $62.99 | $32.91 less | $124.99 | $29.09 more |
TravelNet Unlimited Standard costs less than Holafly at every length, from $9.91 less for 3 days to $32.91 less for 30 days. TravelNet Unlimited Plus is close to Holafly for 3 days ($0.91 less) and costs more from 7 days on. The difference between the two TravelNet tiers is the amount of full-speed data per day (see below).
If you need less data: TravelNet fixed plans
| TravelNet plan | Price | Holafly, same number of days |
|---|---|---|
| 1 GB / 3 days | $2.99 | $19.90 (unlimited) |
| 5 GB / 7 days | $11.49 | $36.50 (unlimited) |
| 10 GB / 15 days | $20.99 | $50.50 (unlimited) |
| 20 GB / 30 days | $38.49 | $95.90 (unlimited) |
For a 7-day Nile or Cairo trip with mostly maps and messaging, 5 GB at $11.49 costs about a third of Holafly’s 7-day price ($36.50). 20 GB over 30 days is $38.49.
What “unlimited” means on each side
- TravelNet Unlimited Standard: full speed up to 1 GB per day, then 512 kbps.
- TravelNet Unlimited Plus: full speed up to 2 GB per day, then 2 Mbps.
- Holafly: sold as unlimited. Its FAQ states that local operators may apply a fair usage policy that slows the connection for no more than one day, in rare cases.
Networks and coverage in Egypt
- Holafly lists one network in Egypt: Orange (formerly Mobinil).
- TravelNet lists Orange Egypt and Vodafone Egypt, with 4G/5G. Having two networks matters when one is weak in a given place: your phone can switch to the other.
- Coverage: Coverage along the Nile valley, in Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh is generally good on both. Holafly notes weaker signal in desert areas such as parts of the Western Desert; expect the same on the road to Abu Simbel and in oases, whichever eSIM you use.
Hotspot, validity and extras
- Hotspot: Holafly allows 1 GB of shared data per day (7 GB in total on a 7-day plan, as Holafly puts it). TravelNet includes hotspot on all Egypt plans, within the plan’s data or daily full-speed limit.
- Activation: both plans start when the eSIM first connects in Egypt. TravelNet allows 30 days after purchase to activate.
- Holafly extras: “Always On” 1 GB monthly backup data and an included telemedicine service.
- TravelNet refund: full refund if the eSIM is not activated, replacement first if it is faulty
Which one fits your trip
- Any length, moderate use: TravelNet Unlimited Standard is the lower price of the three unlimited options. Check that 1 GB/day at full speed suits you.
- Heavy daily use (video calls, uploading video) for 7 days or more: Holafly costs less than TravelNet Unlimited Plus.
- Light use: TravelNet fixed plans (1 GB / 3 days at $2.99 up to 20 GB / 30 days at $38.49).
- You want two networks: TravelNet lists Orange and Vodafone; Holafly lists Orange only.
FAQ
How much is Holafly in Egypt?
On October 2, 2026: $6.90 for 1 day, $19.90 for 3 days, $36.50 for 7 days, $39.50 for 10 days, $50.50 for 15 days and $95.90 for 30 days, unlimited data.
Which network does Holafly use in Egypt?
Holafly lists Orange (formerly Mobinil). TravelNet lists Orange Egypt and Vodafone Egypt.
What is the cheapest unlimited eSIM option for Egypt between Holafly and TravelNet?
TravelNet Unlimited Standard, at $9.99 for 3 days to $62.99 for 30 days. It runs at full speed for 1 GB per day, then 512 kbps. Holafly does not set a daily full-speed limit in its offer.
Can I use a hotspot with Holafly in Egypt?
Yes, up to 1 GB per day. TravelNet also includes hotspot on its Egypt plans.
Will my eSIM work on a Nile cruise or in the desert?
Near towns along the Nile, usually yes. Between towns, in the Western Desert and on the road to Abu Simbel, signal can be weak or absent with any provider.