Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippine 3GB/Day · 3 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Wei V.
Brazil · Nov 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Made staying connected effortless.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thanks for sharing, Wei! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Emma S.
New Zealand · Nov 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Emma. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Sophie 💜
Isabella B.
France · Nov 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Five stars from me.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thanks for sharing, Isabella! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Olivia G.
Spain · Nov 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thanks for sharing, Olivia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! – Mark 💜
Ravi V.
Vietnam · Nov 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thank you so much, Ravi! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan D.
Germany · Nov 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thanks a lot, Ethan! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. – Emma 💜
Lucia W.
Philippines · Nov 2025
Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Five stars from me.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thanks a lot, Lucia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — Sophie
Pablo M.
Italy · Nov 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Philippines. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Pablo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! – Grace 💜
Sofia H.
New Zealand · Nov 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Made staying connected effortless.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Sofia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Emma D.
Egypt · Nov 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Apologies for the trouble, Emma. That's not the experience we want for Philippines. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Tom
Fatima M.
Vietnam · Nov 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Really appreciate this, Fatima! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
James M.
France · Nov 2025
Did the job without any drama. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. A must-have for international travel.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Cheers, James! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo F.
Japan · Nov 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Cheers, Mateo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Enjoy your journeys! — David
Chloe P.
Thailand · Nov 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Cheers, Chloe! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Sofia T.
Italy · Nov 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Sofia. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Sophie 💜
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippine 3GB/Day plan costs $3.99 for 3 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Philippines 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 Philippines.
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 Philippines.
Comments & questions
Ava P. · 1 week ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Ava! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Ingrid
Hana D. · 1 week ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Hana — check My eSIMs anytime. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Andre V. · 2 weeks ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Andre — it switches on when you land. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Katya L. · 1 month ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Katya — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Sophie
Sofia V. · 2 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Sofia, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya P. · 3 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Ananya — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Louis F. · 3 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Louis! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Grace 💜
Lucas T. · 6 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Lucas, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz T. · 6 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Beatriz, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Omar
Chloe P. · 8 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Chloe — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — Diego
Min-jun R. · 1 year ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Min-jun — not at purchase. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo M. · 1 year ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Mateo, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Tom 💜