# eSIM for Zimbabwe

> Compare 37 prepaid eSIM data plans for Zimbabwe, from $1.56. 4G/5G local networks, instant QR code by email, no contract, validity up to 365 days.

Page: https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/ · Data as of: 2026-09-29 · Prices: US dollars

## Zimbabwe eSIM at a glance

- **Prices from:** $1.56
- **Plans:** 37 in total, 14 made for Zimbabwe
- **Data allowances:** 1 GB to 20 GB, plus 5 unlimited plans
- **Validity:** 7 to 30 days, or 1 to 30 days with daily plans
- **Price per GB:** from $2.29, typically $3.06
- **Networks:** Econet
- **5G:** 11 of 14 plans
- **Hotspot:** 14 of 14 plans
- **Top-up:** 14 of 14 plans
- **Calls and SMS:** Data only

## Best eSIM for Zimbabwe by trip length

The cheapest plan that covers the whole trip, for two kinds of use: light use is about 0.3 GB a day (maps and messaging), everyday use is about 1 GB a day (plus social media and some video).

| Trip | Light use | Everyday use |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 days | [1 GB for 7 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-1gb-7days): $3.24 | [3 GB for 15 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-3gb-15days): $8.64 |
| 7 days | [3 GB for 15 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-3gb-15days): $8.64 | [10 GB for 30 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-10gb-30days): $24.26 |
| 14 days | [5 GB for 30 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-5gb-30days): $14.40 | [20 GB for 30 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-20gb-30days): $45.70 |
| 30 days | [10 GB for 30 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-10gb-30days): $24.26 | [1 GB a day for 30 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-1gbday-fup1mbps-unlimited): $108.00 |

Each plan is in the table above with its full terms. Unlimited plans may slow down after a fair-use limit.

## How Zimbabwe compares with nearby destinations

At a typical $3.06 per GB, Zimbabwe costs more than 60% of the destinations we cover.

Prices of the plans made for each destination. The typical price per GB is the median across its plans of 1 GB or more.

| Destination | Cheapest plan | Typical price per GB | Plans |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Réunion](https://esimnest.com/runion/) | $0.47 | $1.16 | 29 |
| [Kenya](https://esimnest.com/kenya/) | $0.72 | $3.04 | 22 |
| Zimbabwe | $1.56 | $3.06 | 14 |
| [Senegal](https://esimnest.com/senegal/) | $1.34 | $3.40 | 21 |
| [Togo](https://esimnest.com/togo/) | $1.56 | $15.82 | 16 |

## Plans (37)

Price is what a customer pays; per-day plans are bought for 1 to 30 days at the daily price. Each plan name links to it on the page.

| Plan | Coverage | Data | Validity | Speed | Hotspot | Top-up | Price (USD) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Zimbabwe 1GB 7Days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-1gb-7days) | Zimbabwe | 1 GB | 7 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $3.24 |
| [Zimbabwe 1GB/Day FUP1Mbps Unlimited](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-1gbday-fup1mbps-unlimited) | Zimbabwe | 1 GB/day, then reduced speed | 1–30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $3.60/day |
| [Zimbabwe 2GB/Day FUP1Mbps Unlimited](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-2gbday-fup1mbps-unlimited) | Zimbabwe | 2 GB/day, then reduced speed | 1–30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $6.83/day |
| [Zimbabwe 3GB 15Days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-3gb-15days) | Zimbabwe | 3 GB | 15 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $8.64 |
| [Zimbabwe 3GB 30Days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-3gb-30days) | Zimbabwe | 3 GB | 30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $9.17 |
| [Zimbabwe 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps Unlimited](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-3gbday-fup1mbps-unlimited) | Zimbabwe | 3 GB/day, then reduced speed | 1–30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $9.72/day |
| [Zimbabwe - 1 GB - 7 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-1-gb-7-days-3) | Zimbabwe | 1 GB | 7 days | 4G | Yes | Yes | $11.50 |
| [Zimbabwe 5GB/Day Unlimited](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-5gbday-unlimited) | Zimbabwe | 5 GB/day, then reduced speed | 1–30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $12.60/day |
| [Zimbabwe 5GB 30Days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-5gb-30days) | Zimbabwe | 5 GB | 30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $14.40 |
| [Zimbabwe - 2 GB - 15 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-2-gb-15-days) | Zimbabwe | 2 GB | 15 days | 4G | Yes | Yes | $17.86 |
| [Zimbabwe 10GB/Day Unlimited](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-10gbday-unlimited) | Zimbabwe | 10 GB/day, then reduced speed | 1–30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $21.60/day |
| [Zimbabwe - 3 GB - 30 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-3-gb-30-days) | Zimbabwe | 3 GB | 30 days | 4G | Yes | Yes | $23.90 |
| [Zimbabwe 10GB 30Days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-10gb-30days) | Zimbabwe | 10 GB | 30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $24.26 |
| [Zimbabwe 20GB 30Days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-zimbabwe-20gb-30days) | Zimbabwe | 20 GB | 30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $45.70 |
| [Africa (21 areas) 1GB 7Days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-africa-21-areas-1gb-7days) | 21 countries | 1 GB | 7 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $5.74 |
| [Africa (21 areas) 1GB/Day FUP1Mbps Unlimited](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-africa-21-areas-1gbday-fup1mbps-unlimited) | 21 countries | 1 GB/day, then reduced speed | 1–30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $6.38/day |
| [Africa (21 areas) 2GB/Day FUP1Mbps Unlimited](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-africa-21-areas-2gbday-fup1mbps-unlimited) | 21 countries | 2 GB/day, then reduced speed | 1–30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $12.12/day |
| [Africa (21 areas) 3GB 30Days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-africa-21-areas-3gb-30days) | 21 countries | 3 GB | 30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $15.02 |
| [Africa (21 areas) 3GB 15Days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-africa-21-areas-3gb-15days) | 21 countries | 3 GB | 15 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $15.32 |
| [Africa (21 areas) 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps Unlimited](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-africa-21-areas-3gbday-fup1mbps-unlimited) | 21 countries | 3 GB/day, then reduced speed | 1–30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $15.91/day |
| [Africa (21 areas) 5GB/Day Unlimited](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-africa-21-areas-5gbday-unlimited) | 21 countries | 5 GB/day, then reduced speed | 1–30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $20.62/day |
| [Africa (21 areas) 5GB 30Days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-africa-21-areas-5gb-30days) | 21 countries | 5 GB | 30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $23.56 |
| [Africa (21 areas) 10GB/Day Unlimited](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-africa-21-areas-10gbday-unlimited) | 21 countries | 10 GB/day, then reduced speed | 1–30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $35.10/day |
| [Africa (21 areas) 10GB 30Days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-africa-21-areas-10gb-30days) | 21 countries | 10 GB | 30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $39.42 |
| [Africa (21 areas) 20GB 30Days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-africa-21-areas-20gb-30days) | 21 countries | 20 GB | 30 days | 3G/4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $81.00 |
| [Global - 300 MB - 3 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-discover-global-300-mb-3-days) | 192 countries | 300 MB | 3 days | 4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $1.56 |
| [Global - 200 MB - 30 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-discover-global-200-mb-30-days-3) | 192 countries | 200 MB | 30 days | 4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $2.11 |
| [Global - 1 GB - 5 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-discover-global-1-gb-5-days) | 192 countries | 1 GB | 5 days | 4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $3.90 |
| [Global - 1 GB - 7 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-discover-global-3-gb-7-days) | 192 countries | 1 GB | 7 days | 4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $4.99 |
| [Global - 2 GB - 15 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-discover-global-2-gb-15-days-6) | 192 countries | 2 GB | 15 days | 4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $8.42 |
| [Global - 3 GB - 30 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-discover-global-3-gb-30-days-4) | 192 countries | 3 GB | 30 days | 4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $10.45 |
| [Global - 5 GB - 30 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-discover-global-5-gb-30-days) | 192 countries | 5 GB | 30 days | 4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $15.12 |
| [Global - 5 GB - 60 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-discover-global-5-gb-60-days-4) | 192 countries | 5 GB | 60 days | 4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $15.12 |
| [Global - 10 GB - 30 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-discover-global-10-gb-30-days) | 192 countries | 10 GB | 30 days | 4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $25.92 |
| [Global - 20 GB - 30 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-discover-global-20-gb-30-days) | 192 countries | 20 GB | 30 days | 4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $38.54 |
| [Global - 10 GB - 180 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-discover-global-10-gb-180-days-4) | 192 countries | 10 GB | 180 days | 4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $57.00 |
| [Global - 20 GB - 365 days](https://esimnest.com/zimbabwe/#plan-discover-global-20-gb-365-days-4) | 192 countries | 20 GB | 365 days | 4G/5G | Yes | Yes | $66.00 |

## Mobile networks in Zimbabwe

- Econet (4G)

## eSIM for Zimbabwe: common questions

### Will an eSIM work on my phone in Zimbabwe?

Yes, if your phone supports eSIM and is not locked to a carrier. That includes iPhone XS and later, Google Pixel 3 and later, and most recent Samsung Galaxy models. Check the device compatibility page if you are unsure.

### When should I install the eSIM?

Install it before you travel, while you have Wi-Fi. For most plans the validity starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in Zimbabwe, not when you install it. Each plan's details show how long you have to activate it.

### Can I keep my own number and WhatsApp?

Yes. The eSIM is a second line for mobile data only. Your usual SIM stays in the phone for calls and texts, and WhatsApp, iMessage and other apps keep working with your own number.

### What happens if I run out of data?

Plans that support top-ups can be extended from your eSimNest account without installing a new eSIM. Whether a plan can be topped up is shown in its details. Otherwise you can buy a new plan at any time.

### Can I share the connection as a hotspot?

Most plans allow tethering. Plans marked with Hotspot in the list support it; check the plan details before you buy if it matters for your trip.

### How much does an eSIM for Zimbabwe cost?

Plans for Zimbabwe start at $1.56. For a week-long trip with everyday use (about 1 GB a day), the cheapest plan is $24.26: 10 GB for 30 days.

### Is there an unlimited eSIM for Zimbabwe?

Yes, 5 plans have unlimited data, from $3.60. Unlimited plans usually slow down after a daily high-speed allowance; each plan's details state the policy.

### How long is an eSIM for Zimbabwe valid?

Fixed plans are valid for 7 to 30 days from activation, and daily plans can be bought for 1 to 30 days.

### Does the eSIM work on 5G in Zimbabwe?

11 of 14 plans support 5G where the local network offers it; the others use 4G/LTE.

### Can I make calls and send SMS with an eSIM in Zimbabwe?

eSIMs for Zimbabwe are data-only. You can still call and message over the internet with apps such as WhatsApp or FaceTime.

### Is a regional plan cheaper than a Zimbabwe plan?

Regional plans that include Zimbabwe cost a typical $4.00 per GB, against $3.06 for plans made for Zimbabwe. A regional plan makes sense if you visit more than one country; for Zimbabwe alone, compare both in the table.