China mainland eSIM — reviews & details
China 2GB/Day · 2 GB/day · 1 days
175 reviews
Coverage & networks
- China mainland China Mobile 5G
Traveller reviews
Marco B.
India · Mar 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Marco! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Emma
Yuki T.
Malaysia · Mar 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Yuki. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Tom
Elena S.
Brazil · Mar 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you so much, Elena! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Come back anytime! — Laura
Min-jun P.
Malaysia · Mar 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived in China mainland.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Min-jun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Mark
Yuki N.
Indonesia · Mar 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Yuki. 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. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Sophia P.
Brazil · Mar 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived in China mainland. Zero regrets.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you so much, Sophia! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Priya
Lucia N.
India · Mar 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in China mainland. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for sharing, Lucia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Sofia R.
Netherlands · Mar 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Sofia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! – Priya 💜
Ryan F.
UAE · Mar 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you so much, Ryan! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Yuki 💜
Haruto K.
Indonesia · Mar 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Haruto. 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
Sven N.
Sweden · Mar 2026
Did the job without any drama in China mainland. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Sven! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Grace 💜
Haruto T.
Singapore · Mar 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Haruto. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan L.
India · Mar 2026
Did the job without any drama. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Ethan! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! — Mark
Olivia M.
Egypt · Mar 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Zero regrets.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you so much, Olivia! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya G.
South Korea · Mar 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Customer support answered my question quickly. Made staying connected effortless.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks a lot, Ananya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — David
Frequently asked questions
How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?
The China 2GB/Day plan costs $1.92 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
Wei D. · 3 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Wei — check My eSIMs anytime. — Emma
Liam T. · 3 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Liam, then it activates automatically on arrival. — David
Yuki T. · 3 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Yuki, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Sara 💜
Fatima W. · 4 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Fatima — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Ingrid 💜
Linh P. · 7 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Linh! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun F. · 7 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Min-jun! The eSIM just handles data. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Somchai B. · 8 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Somchai — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Sri R. · 8 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Sri! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — James
Lucia L. · 10 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Lucia! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – Ken 💜
Viktor F. · 1 year ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Tethering is supported, Viktor! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Mark 💜
Sri F. · 1 year ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Sri, so buying early is totally fine. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Kenji P. · 1 year ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Kenji! We're always here if you need anything. — Laura