Australia eSIM — reviews & details
Australia 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days
149 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Australia Optus 5G
Traveller reviews
Grace W.
Australia · Aug 2026
First eSIM I've used and it was painless. Kept my normal number for calls the whole time. Highly recommend.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 weeks ago Thank you so much, Grace! I'm thrilled to hear that you had a smooth experience with your first eSIM in Australia. It’s great that you could keep your normal number for calls too! Safe travels, and we appreciate your recommendation! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto C.
Canada · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Australia. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Made staying connected effortless.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Haruto! So happy the Australia eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Fatima D.
Egypt · Jul 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Fatima! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Yuki 💜
Somchai W.
Malaysia · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Somchai! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – David 💜
Budi V.
Saudi Arabia · Jul 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Budi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Yuki 💜
Nadia F.
Spain · Jul 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Apologies for the trouble, Nadia. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Emma 💜
Ingrid R.
Portugal · Jul 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Australia. Great experience overall.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Ingrid! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid W.
Portugal · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Telling my friends about this.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Ingrid! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto V.
Canada · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Haruto! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Wei S.
Netherlands · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Australia. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Wei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Australia. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Yuki 💜
Lea W.
Switzerland · Jul 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Australia.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Cheers, Lea! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Yuki 💜
Andre V.
Egypt · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama in Australia. Customer support answered my question quickly.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Andre! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Australia. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah L.
Indonesia · Jul 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Sarah. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Australia. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Grace 💜
Andre B.
Philippines · Jul 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Zero regrets.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you so much, Andre! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Yuki 💜
Sophia K.
Brazil · Jul 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago So sorry to hear this, Sophia. That's not the experience we want for Australia. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Tom
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Australia eSIM cost?
The Australia 5GB/Day plan costs $4.67 for 5 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Australia eSIM?
Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the GotoeSIM app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in Australia.
Will this eSIM work on my phone?
It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.
Can I keep my regular number?
Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in Australia.
Comments & questions
Anna M. · 1 month ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Hi Anna! Yes, you can absolutely top up the same eSIM instead of purchasing a new one. Just track your usage in the app, and you can easily add more data when you need it. Enjoy your travels! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Chloe K. · 1 month ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Hi Chloe! Roaming is included in our eSIM plans, so you can enjoy seamless connectivity without worrying about extra charges. Just remember that your plan covers data usage while you're connected. If you have more questions, feel free to reach out! – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Marco M. · 1 month ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Marco, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Ava N. · 4 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Ava! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Omar
Ingrid B. · 4 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Ingrid, on 4G/5G where available. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Yuki D. · 7 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Yuki, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Yuki 💜
Hana P. · 8 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Hana, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Anna
Katya H. · 8 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Katya, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Daniel B. · 9 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Daniel! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen V. · 11 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Nguyen — not at purchase. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Sven N. · 11 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Sven! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Emma S. · 1 year ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Emma — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Lea H. · 1 year ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Lea — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Laura 💜
Wei D. · 1 year ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Wei. – David 💜