# MerrSIM vs Kudo eSIM for Italy: which eSIM wins?

> MerrSIM vs Kudo eSIM for Italy: MerrSIM from €1.99, 10 GB €8.99, EUR, no ID.

Choosing between Kudo eSIM and MerrSIM for Italy? MerrSIM gives a local EUR price (from €1.99, 10 GB €8.99) for Italy, while Kudo eSIM has different pricing/terms. Here is the quick comparison.

## Italy: MerrSIM

For Italy, MerrSIM connects to local networks (TIM, Vodafone, WindTre, Iliad) on 4G/5G with hotspot, EUR billing and no ID registration.

## Why MerrSIM

- Local EUR price, no USD rate
- QR activation, no physical SIM
- No ID, hotspot, Albanian support

**Ready?** See Italy plans at [MerrSIM](https://merrsim.com/destinations/esim-plans-for-italy) — from €1.99, 10 GB €8.99, instant activation, no roaming.

## Does your phone support eSIM?

Before you buy, check two things. First, the phone must be eSIM-compatible: iPhone XR/XS and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and many recent Motorola, Huawei and Oppo models. Second, it must be carrier-unlocked. You can verify by dialling *#06# — if an EID number appears, your phone supports eSIM. This saves you any surprises when you arrive in Italy.

## Coverage and 5G speed in Italy

The eSIM connects to the main local operators, so you get the same coverage as a local, including 4G/LTE and 5G where available. In the cities and tourist areas of Italy the signal is strong and stable; in very remote villages or mountains it can weaken, as with any operator. Hotspot is included, so you can share the connection with your laptop or a travel companion at no extra cost.

## How an eSIM works

An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone: there is no physical card to insert. You buy it online, get a QR code by email and scan it in your settings. Once installed, the profile lives on your phone and activates when you reach Italy, connecting automatically to a local partner network. You can keep your main SIM at the same time, so your number still gets calls and texts while the eSIM handles data.

## eSIM versus roaming

Roaming with your home carrier can be expensive outside bundles — sometimes several euros per gigabyte, with bills that land after the trip. A local eSIM turns that into a fixed price you know up front: you pay in advance, you know exactly how many GB you have, and there are no hidden fees. For a trip to Italy, that means peace of mind and often a real saving compared with leaving roaming switched on unchecked.

## Tips to save data

A few small habits make your gigabytes last in Italy. Download Google Maps offline before you head out, set video quality to “Auto” or 480p, and turn off background app refresh. Use hotel WiFi for big updates and high-resolution photo uploads. With these steps, even a modest plan covers the whole trip, and your hotspot stays free for the moments you really need it.

## FAQ

### How much is an eSIM for Italy?
At MerrSIM from €1.99; 10 GB for €8.99, EUR billing, no ID.


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Author: Etnik Beqiri  
Published: 2026-05-21  
Source: https://merrsim.com/en/blog/merrsim-vs-kudoesim-italy-en