Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 2GB/Day · 2 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Liam H.
Mexico · May 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Liam! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — David, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo V.
South Korea · May 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Ji-woo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — James
Ryan R.
Sweden · May 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Ryan! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Tom 💜
Linh T.
Thailand · May 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Cheers, Linh! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Lucas N.
United States · May 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Telling my friends about this.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Cheers, Lucas! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Marco T.
Turkey · May 2026
Did the job without any drama in Philippines. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Marco! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun S.
Egypt · May 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Min-jun! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Max N.
United States · May 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. The QR code arrived instantly by email. A must-have for international travel.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks a lot, Max! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki
Somchai T.
Netherlands · May 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Philippines. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Somchai! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Isabella V.
Italy · May 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Isabella. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Camila L.
Saudi Arabia · May 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Cheers, Camila! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! — James, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo P.
India · May 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Made staying connected effortless.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago So glad to hear this, Ji-woo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Ingrid
Min-jun N.
UAE · May 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Min-jun! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Somchai M.
France · May 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Five stars from me.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago So glad to hear this, Somchai! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Ken 💜
Pablo N.
Brazil · May 2026
Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Pablo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
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 💜