Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 2GB/Day · 2 GB/day · 1 days
28 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines SMART 5G Globe 5G
Traveller reviews
Priya V.
Indonesia · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Priya! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Omar 💜
Ananya F.
Portugal · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Ananya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi B.
Switzerland · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Ravi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Lea K.
United States · Jul 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Lea! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Omar 💜
Ryan L.
Singapore · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Ryan! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Diego 💜
Emma V.
Singapore · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Emma! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Diego
Arjun L.
UAE · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Arjun! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ingrid 💜
Zoe K.
Germany · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Zoe! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Somchai F.
India · Jul 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for taking the time, Somchai. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Priya
Camila T.
Japan · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Five stars from me.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Camila! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Emma
Sarah D.
Singapore · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Sarah! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. — Emma
Sarah N.
Italy · Jul 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Sarah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Sophie 💜
Ananya S.
Switzerland · Jul 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Ananya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto R.
Turkey · Jul 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks a lot, Haruto! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun B.
South Korea · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Min-jun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Grace 💜
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippines 2GB/Day plan costs $2.21 for 2 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
Emma C. · 4 weeks ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Hi Emma! After payment, you’ll receive the QR code instantly via email, so you can start using your eSIM right away. If you have any issues, feel free to reach out. Safe travels! – Grace
Sarah B. · 2 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Sarah — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Tom
Ji-woo L. · 2 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Ji-woo — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – David 💜
Hana G. · 3 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Hana, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan K. · 5 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Ethan — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Ingrid
Mohammed W. · 8 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Mohammed — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Sophia L. · 9 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Sophia! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Pablo G. · 9 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Tethering is supported, Pablo! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Lucas C. · 10 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Lucas — it switches on when you land. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Beatriz P. · 10 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Beatriz, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Mei M. · 1 year ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Mei, on 4G/5G where available. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Arjun V. · 1 year ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Arjun! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Mark
Viktor D. · 1 year ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Viktor. – James 💜