Kenya eSIM — reviews & details
Kenya 3GB/Day · 3 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Kenya Safaricom 4G
Traveller reviews
Giulia B.
Switzerland · Sep 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Giulia. Glad it mostly worked for you in Kenya — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Diego 💜
Fatima K.
Japan · Jul 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Fatima. Glad it mostly worked for you in Kenya — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — David
Arjun K.
South Korea · Jun 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Arjun. Glad it mostly worked for you in Kenya — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Daniel H.
Japan · May 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Daniel. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Kenya. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Mark
Giulia L.
Germany · Apr 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Giulia. 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. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto S.
Vietnam · Apr 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, 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. — Sophie
Sri N.
Thailand · Jan 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Sri. 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. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Noah K.
Singapore · Jan 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Noah. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Kenya. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Diego S.
Ireland · Jan 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Diego. Glad it mostly worked for you in Kenya — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Omar 💜
Lucas G.
Mexico · Dec 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Lucas. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Kenya. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Andre B.
Thailand · Dec 2024
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Andre. Glad it mostly worked for you in Kenya — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Mark
Mateo V.
United States · Dec 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Mateo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Kenya. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Omar 💜
Mateo D.
United Kingdom · Nov 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Mateo. Glad it mostly worked for you in Kenya — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Sara
Lea B.
Mexico · Oct 2024
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Lea. 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. — Sophie
Aisha G.
Canada · Oct 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Aisha. Glad it mostly worked for you in Kenya — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Emma
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Kenya eSIM cost?
The Kenya 3GB/Day plan costs $7.29 for 3 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Kenya 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 Kenya.
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 Kenya.
Comments & questions
Mateo D. · 4 weeks ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Mateo — check My eSIMs anytime. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe F. · 1 month ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Zoe! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — James
Mei G. · 1 month ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Mei, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. — David
Kenji B. · 2 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Kenji, on 4G/5G where available. — Tom
Sven R. · 2 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Sven! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz D. · 3 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Beatriz, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Ingrid 💜
Olivia T. · 4 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Olivia, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Priya
Katya H. · 4 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Katya! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Mark 💜
Aisha H. · 5 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Aisha! We're always here if you need anything. — Yuki
Pablo C. · 5 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Tethering is supported, Pablo! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Somchai L. · 6 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Somchai! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid R. · 6 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Ingrid, so buying early is totally fine. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support