The DriftEuropa eSIM plans for Netherlands shown on this page use VodafoneZiggo, KPN and offer 4G/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.
KPN
KPN offers the benchmark network for reliability and 5G depth.
Plan share by operator
Share of the eSIM plans we sell for Netherlands, by underlying operator.
- VodafoneZiggo50%
- KPN50%
Network at a glance
VodafoneZiggo and KPN is the network most travellers lean on in Netherlands. 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 83, placing it among the stronger networks in the region. Median data price has held steady from $0.96 per GB in June 2026 to $0.96 in September 2026.
The operators behind our plans
Each network we carry in Netherlands, with who runs it and what generation it reaches.
Common questions
Which operator is best in Netherlands?
VodafoneZiggo and KPN offers the widest reach for most travellers. KPN offers the benchmark network for reliability and 5G depth. Our eSIM plans run on the strongest available network, so you do not have to choose a SIM at the counter.
Does Netherlands 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 Netherlands?
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 Netherlands eSIM plans?
We carry plans across 2 operators in Netherlands. 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 Netherlands 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.