Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 2GB/Day · 2 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Carlos G.
Singapore · Dec 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Carlos. 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. — James
Ava V.
Egypt · Dec 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Ava. 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. – Ingrid 💜
Fatima G.
Mexico · Nov 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Fatima. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Giulia R.
Brazil · Sep 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Giulia. 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. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Wei T.
Japan · Sep 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Wei. 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
Grace M.
Australia · Sep 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Grace. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Lea M.
South Korea · Jul 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Lea. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Liam W.
Thailand · Jul 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Liam. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Linh S.
Netherlands · Jul 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Linh. 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
Zoe S.
Brazil · May 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Zoe. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Kenji H.
Brazil · Apr 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Kenji. 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. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Hugo L.
Saudi Arabia · Mar 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Hugo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi B.
Italy · Mar 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Ravi. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Emma 💜
Aisha K.
Malaysia · Nov 2024
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Aisha. 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. – David 💜
Mei D.
United Kingdom · Nov 2024
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Mei. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Sophie 💜
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. · 1 month 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. · 7 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 💜