Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 100MB 7Days · 100 MB · 7 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Linh N.
France · Jan 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks for sharing, Linh! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — David
Emma L.
Egypt · Jan 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Really appreciate this, Emma! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Come back anytime! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Max T.
Ireland · Jan 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Cheers, Max! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Elena N.
Indonesia · Jan 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Elena! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Mark
Sri F.
UAE · Jan 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks for sharing, Sri! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Come back anytime! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Chloe K.
United Kingdom · Jan 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Philippines. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. A must-have for international travel.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Really appreciate this, Chloe! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar 💜
Liam M.
United Kingdom · Jan 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Really appreciate this, Liam! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Enjoy your journeys! – Sophie 💜
Andre R.
UAE · Jan 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Andre! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. — Tom
Ingrid G.
Philippines · Jan 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Cheers, Ingrid! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Diego K.
New Zealand · Jan 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago So glad to hear this, Diego! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe K.
France · Jan 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Philippines. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks for sharing, Zoe! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Budi F.
Netherlands · Jan 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Budi. 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
Giulia M.
Spain · Jan 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks a lot, Giulia! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar 💜
Mateo M.
Turkey · Jan 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Mateo. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Emma
Ravi G.
Malaysia · Jan 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks a lot, Ravi! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippines 100MB 7Days plan costs $0.45 for 100 MB over 7 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 S. · 2 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Ava, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Sophie
Giulia V. · 3 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Giulia — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Sara 💜
Somchai B. · 3 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Somchai, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz D. · 6 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Beatriz — not at purchase. – James 💜
Omar M. · 7 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Omar — you'll always get the best speed on offer. — Anna
Diego R. · 7 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Diego! The eSIM just handles data. — Emma
Liam F. · 8 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Liam — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Laura
Emma S. · 8 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Emma! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Anna 💜
Fatima V. · 9 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Fatima! We're always here if you need anything. — Ken
Anna H. · 9 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Anna, then it activates automatically on arrival. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun R. · 10 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Min-jun — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Priya 💜
Noah N. · 1 year ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Noah, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support