Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 1GB/Day · 1 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Lucia D.
Indonesia · Mar 2026
Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So glad to hear this, Lucia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Arjun L.
Germany · Mar 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So glad to hear this, Arjun! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Tom
Lucia K.
Vietnam · Mar 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So glad to hear this, Lucia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Laura 💜
Pablo F.
Poland · Mar 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So glad to hear this, Pablo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna
Beatriz W.
Vietnam · Mar 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Cheers, Beatriz! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. – David 💜
Camila R.
Egypt · Mar 2026
Did the job without any drama in Philippines. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you so much, Camila! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Linh W.
Poland · Mar 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Cheers, Linh! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. — Laura
Camila F.
Philippines · Mar 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Philippines. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Cheers, Camila! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — Grace
Louis R.
Brazil · Mar 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. The QR code arrived instantly by email. A must-have for international travel.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you so much, Louis! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun H.
United Kingdom · Mar 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Philippines. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Min-jun! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Emma
Nguyen L.
Philippines · Mar 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Philippines. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Nguyen! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Isabella L.
Saudi Arabia · Mar 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Really appreciate this, Isabella! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun C.
Switzerland · Feb 2026
Did the job without any drama in Philippines. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you so much, Min-jun! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Diego
Sri C.
South Korea · Feb 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Sri! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sara 💜
Budi F.
Australia · Feb 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Budi! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Grace
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippines 1GB/Day plan costs $1.13 for 1 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
Chloe N. · 1 week ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Chloe — check My eSIMs anytime. – Grace 💜
Anna M. · 2 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Anna — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan C. · 4 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Ethan — it switches on when you land. — James
Ingrid D. · 4 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Ingrid, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Priya 💜
Pablo N. · 4 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Pablo — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Louis D. · 5 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Louis! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Sophie
Emma L. · 5 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Emma, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Mark 💜
Somchai M. · 5 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Somchai, so buying early is totally fine. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo M. · 5 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Ji-woo! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha H. · 7 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Aisha — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Lea S. · 9 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Lea, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid B. · 11 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Tethering is supported, Ingrid! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support