Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 10GB/Day · 10 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Linh P.
Egypt · Jul 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Appreciate you sharing this, Linh. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Tom
Chloe P.
UAE · Jul 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thank you for taking the time, Chloe. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Sophie 💜
Lucas F.
Sweden · Jun 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Appreciate you sharing this, Lucas. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Mohammed B.
UAE · Jun 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Appreciate you sharing this, Mohammed. 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. – Laura 💜
Giulia S.
Malaysia · May 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Appreciate you sharing this, Giulia. 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. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Andre V.
Saudi Arabia · Apr 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Andre. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – David 💜
James S.
Portugal · Apr 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, James. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – James 💜
Ingrid L.
Switzerland · Mar 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Ingrid. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Marco G.
Philippines · Dec 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Marco. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — David
Somchai W.
Saudi Arabia · Oct 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Somchai. 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. – Laura 💜
Sofia D.
Egypt · Oct 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Sofia. 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. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Lea V.
Vietnam · Sep 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Lea. 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. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe M.
New Zealand · Sep 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Zoe. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Priya
Hugo S.
Canada · Sep 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Hugo. 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. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo T.
Saudi Arabia · Aug 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Mateo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Ken
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippines 10GB/Day plan costs $9.77 for 10 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
Mateo S. · 1 month ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Mateo — not at purchase. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe D. · 2 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Zoe, on 4G/5G where available. — Laura
Fatima W. · 3 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Fatima — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Mark
Nguyen H. · 3 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Nguyen, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Ingrid 💜
Anna S. · 4 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Anna! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha D. · 4 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Aisha, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — Anna
Chloe C. · 5 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Chloe, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Ken
Elena V. · 8 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Elena — check My eSIMs anytime. – Emma 💜
Lea H. · 9 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Lea — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Ava R. · 11 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Ava — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Sara 💜
Sophia R. · 1 year ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Sophia, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Louis C. · 1 year ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Louis! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support