China mainland eSIM — reviews & details
China 2GB/Day FUP1Mbps (nonhkip) · 2 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- China mainland China Unicom 5G China Telecom 4G
Traveller reviews
Arjun K.
Italy · Jun 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in China mainland. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Arjun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Somchai C.
South Korea · Jun 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Tom
Noah T.
Australia · Jun 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Noah! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ingrid
Yuki W.
Australia · Jun 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Yuki! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – David 💜
Mateo P.
Ireland · Jun 2026
Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Mateo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Yuki 💜
Sven F.
France · Jun 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges in China mainland. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Sven! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo H.
Canada · Jun 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges in China mainland. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Ji-woo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Come back anytime! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Linh N.
Netherlands · Jun 2026
Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Linh! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Ken
Priya P.
Indonesia · Jun 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out in China mainland. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Priya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor P.
Singapore · Jun 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Viktor! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. – David 💜
Ryan L.
Thailand · Jun 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Ryan! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Sri R.
Mexico · Jun 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Sri! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar 💜
Andre W.
Egypt · Jun 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Andre! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Laura 💜
Sarah G.
UAE · Jun 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Sarah! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Come back anytime! — Diego
Wei W.
Philippines · Jun 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Wei! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?
The China 2GB/Day FUP1Mbps (nonhkip) plan costs $2.61 for 2 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my China mainland 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 China mainland.
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 China mainland.
Comments & questions
Daniel T. · 1 week ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Daniel! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Hana C. · 2 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Hana! We're always here if you need anything. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Noah M. · 3 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Noah. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Sophia G. · 3 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Sophia! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Omar
Carlos G. · 4 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Carlos — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Lucia D. · 6 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Lucia — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Sophie
Elena V. · 6 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Elena! The eSIM just handles data. – Ken 💜
Sophia T. · 7 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Sophia! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Sofia P. · 7 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Sofia, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Mark 💜
Chloe W. · 10 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Chloe, so buying early is totally fine. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Budi P. · 1 year ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Budi, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Diego 💜
Grace H. · 1 year ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Grace — it switches on when you land. — Ingrid