Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 2GB/Day · 2 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Zoe C.
Switzerland · Jan 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges in Philippines. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you so much, Zoe! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Hugo V.
Switzerland · Jan 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks a lot, Hugo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Giulia R.
Australia · Jan 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Giulia. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Chloe P.
Portugal · Jan 2026
Did the job without any drama. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Chloe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. – Grace 💜
Min-jun R.
Turkey · Jan 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago So glad to hear this, Min-jun! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Yuki G.
Australia · Jan 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Customer support answered my question quickly. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks a lot, Yuki! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Sophie 💜
Nguyen P.
Japan · Jan 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks a lot, Nguyen! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Carlos C.
Germany · Dec 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks a lot, Carlos! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Emma
Carlos L.
Italy · Dec 2025
Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Carlos! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Linh W.
Singapore · Dec 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, 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. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Somchai P.
South Korea · Dec 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Really appreciate this, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — David, GotoeSIM Support
Andre M.
Canada · Dec 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out in Philippines. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks for sharing, Andre! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Enjoy your journeys! – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi V.
Switzerland · Dec 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you so much, Ravi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Katya H.
South Korea · Dec 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Katya. 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
Lucia B.
Saudi Arabia · Dec 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Zero regrets.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago So glad to hear this, Lucia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Tom 💜
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippines 2GB/Day plan costs $2.07 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
Sarah B. · 2 weeks 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. · 1 month 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. · 2 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. · 4 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. · 7 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. · 8 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. · 8 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. · 8 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. · 8 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. · 11 months 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 💜