China eSIM — reviews & details
China (mainland HK Macao) 5GB 30Days · 5 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- China mainland China Mobile 5G
- Hong Kong (China) CMHK 5G
- Macao (China) CTM 5G 3 5G
Traveller reviews
Nguyen H.
Japan · Jun 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in China. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Nguyen! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. Enjoy your journeys! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Camila M.
Sweden · Jun 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Camila! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – James 💜
Ava W.
Spain · Jun 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out in China. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Ava! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Priya
Pablo K.
UAE · Jun 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Would definitely buy again.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Pablo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China. Come back anytime! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Yuki D.
Switzerland · Jun 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city. A must-have for international travel.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Yuki! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya M.
Canada · Jun 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges in China. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Ananya! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Emma
Omar M.
Egypt · Jun 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Omar! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Laura 💜
Beatriz S.
Japan · Jun 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Beatriz! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Ingrid 💜
Ingrid H.
Australia · Jun 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Ingrid! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. — Priya
Louis T.
United Kingdom · Jun 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Appreciate you sharing this, Louis. Glad it mostly worked for you in China — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Tom 💜
Camila G.
Japan · Jun 2026
Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Camila! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna
Budi B.
UAE · Jun 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Budi! So happy the China eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun M.
Sweden · Jun 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in China. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Min-jun! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – David, GotoeSIM Support
Diego W.
Netherlands · Jun 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So sorry to hear this, Diego. That's not the experience we want for China. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Sri T.
Sweden · Jun 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Sri! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Ken
Frequently asked questions
How much does the China eSIM cost?
The China (mainland HK Macao) 5GB 30Days plan costs $8.55 for 5 GB over 30 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my China 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.
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.
Comments & questions
Haruto D. · 1 month ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Haruto — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Emma 💜
Lucia G. · 2 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Lucia, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — James
Thomas N. · 2 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Tethering is supported, Thomas! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Sofia S. · 5 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Sofia! The eSIM just handles data. — Ingrid
Somchai G. · 7 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Somchai! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Ken 💜
Sophia T. · 8 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Sophia, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Anna 💜
Aisha S. · 8 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Aisha — check My eSIMs anytime. – Sophie 💜
Omar M. · 8 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Omar, on 4G/5G where available. – David 💜
Isabella N. · 8 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Isabella, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun S. · 1 year ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Min-jun! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Hana C. · 1 year ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Hana! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Laura
Omar K. · 1 year ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Omar, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support