The DriftEuropa eSIM plans for Italy shown on this page use WindTre, Vodafone Italia, Iliad Italia, TIM (Telecom Italia) and offer 5G depending on the plan. Check each plan for its exact network, data allowance, validity and price before choosing. Available plans are fully refundable within 30 days as long as the eSIM has not been used on a network at the destination.
TIM offers the widest network with the best reach into rural and mountain areas.
Plan share by operator
Share of the eSIM plans we sell for Italy, by underlying operator.
- WindTre41%
- Vodafone Italia28%
- Iliad Italia18%
- TIM (Telecom Italia)13%
Network at a glance
WindTre is the network most travellers lean on in Italy. 5G is live on at least one operator we carry, so newer phones can reach top speeds in covered areas. On our Mobile Speed Index it scores 65, placing it mid-tier for regional speed. Median data price has held steady from $0.94 per GB in June 2026 to $0.94 in September 2026.
The operators behind our plans
Each network we carry in Italy, with who runs it and what generation it reaches.
Common questions
Which operator is best in Italy?
WindTre offers the widest reach for most travellers. TIM offers the widest network with the best reach into rural and mountain areas. Our eSIM plans run on the strongest available network, so you do not have to choose a SIM at the counter.
Does Italy have 5G?
Yes. At least one operator we carry runs 5G, available mainly in larger cities and along major corridors. Older devices fall back to 4G automatically.
How much is a local SIM in Italy?
A tourist SIM bought on arrival typically runs $15-25. An eSIM skips the queue and the passport scan, and activates by QR code before you land.
How many operators power Italy eSIM plans?
We carry plans across 4 operators in Italy. The donut above shows how our catalogue splits between them.
How we read this
Plan share counts how many of the eSIM plans we sell for Italy run on each operator. It reflects catalogue depth, not subscriber market share. The top operator is the network we would hand a traveller who can pick only one.