The Evolution of European Travel Internet
For years, renting a bulky Pocket WiFi (or MiFi) device was the standard recommendation for families or groups traveling across Europe. But as we enter 2026, the landscape has completely shifted in favor of regional eSIMs.
The Downsides of Pocket WiFi
- Battery Life: You must constantly charge a second device. If it dies while you're navigating Rome, you are stranded.
- Extra Weight: It's another brick to carry in your daypack.
- Logistics: You have to pick it up at a specific post office or airport counter, and remember to mail it back before your departure flight.
The Rise of Regional Europe eSIMs
Hi eSIM offers a comprehensive European Regional Package. When you take the train from France to Germany, or fly from Italy to Spain, the eSIM automatically switches networks instantly with zero roaming fees. It lives silently inside your phone.
Which should you choose?
Unless you are a family of 5 heavily streaming Netflix on 5 different iPads while driving, an eSIM is the overwhelmingly superior choice for weight, cost, and convenience.