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
Elena R.
United Kingdom · Apr 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Elena! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Fatima F.
Australia · Apr 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, Fatima! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James 💜
James H.
Japan · Apr 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Cheers, James! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
James R.
Vietnam · Apr 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, James! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — James
Max R.
Philippines · Apr 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Cheers, Max! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Thomas R.
Switzerland · Apr 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Thomas! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark 💜
Mateo F.
Saudi Arabia · Apr 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Cheers, Mateo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. – James 💜
Zoe B.
Thailand · Apr 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Zoe! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen S.
Thailand · Apr 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Nguyen. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor N.
Australia · Apr 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Viktor. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Yuki 💜
Ravi V.
United States · Apr 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Ravi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura 💜
Kenji C.
Mexico · Apr 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, Kenji! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe F.
Indonesia · Apr 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Zoe! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — James, GotoeSIM Support
Mei N.
Portugal · Apr 2026
Did the job without any drama in China mainland. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago So glad to hear this, Mei! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. – Ingrid 💜
Min-jun K.
Saudi Arabia · Mar 2026
Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Min-jun! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. – Omar, 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