Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippine 3GB/Day · 3 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Fatima G.
United States · Nov 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges in Philippines. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Fatima! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna
Liam H.
Egypt · Oct 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Liam! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Lucas D.
Australia · Oct 2024
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago We're really sorry, Lucas. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Sophie
Carlos H.
Vietnam · Oct 2024
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Carlos! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Grace
Elena T.
Thailand · Oct 2024
Connected the moment I landed. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Elena! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah R.
Poland · Oct 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling in Philippines. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Sarah! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura
Elena K.
Ireland · Oct 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling in Philippines. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Elena! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — James
Marco K.
UAE · Oct 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Great experience overall.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Marco! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid N.
Canada · Oct 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Philippines. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Ingrid! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Diego K.
Malaysia · Oct 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling in Philippines. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Diego! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Carlos M.
Italy · Oct 2024
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Carlos! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace
Sofia B.
Mexico · Oct 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in Philippines. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Sofia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! – Anna 💜
Mei L.
Brazil · Oct 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Mei! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Louis F.
Thailand · Oct 2024
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Louis. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Sara
Mei R.
India · Oct 2024
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Mei! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
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. · 4 days 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 💜