Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 3 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Min-jun R.
Netherlands · Feb 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for sharing, Min-jun! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Giulia F.
Canada · Feb 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you so much, Giulia! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe C.
United States · Feb 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you so much, Zoe! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Kenji N.
Indonesia · Feb 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Kenji. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Omar 💜
Beatriz N.
France · Feb 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Beatriz! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — James
Isabella K.
Italy · Feb 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Philippines. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you so much, Isabella! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Diego D.
UAE · Feb 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Diego. 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. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun C.
Canada · Feb 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Min-jun. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Sara 💜
Ethan V.
United States · Feb 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Ethan. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Mei G.
Italy · Feb 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Made staying connected effortless.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Mei! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Hugo R.
France · Feb 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks a lot, Hugo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Giulia C.
Poland · Feb 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Philippines. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Cheers, Giulia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. – Grace 💜
Giulia R.
Egypt · Jan 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So sorry to hear this, Giulia. That's not the experience we want for Philippines. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Tom
Yuki R.
South Korea · Jan 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in Philippines. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for sharing, Yuki! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Olivia G.
United Kingdom · Jan 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks a lot, Olivia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippines 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $3.30 for 3 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
Giulia S. · 2 weeks ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Giulia — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Laura 💜
Linh S. · 1 month ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Linh, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Kenji L. · 4 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Kenji — check My eSIMs anytime. – Yuki 💜
Emma T. · 5 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Emma — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan G. · 7 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Ryan, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan N. · 8 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Ryan — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – Anna 💜
Sven N. · 9 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Sven, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Wei V. · 10 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Wei, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan S. · 10 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Ryan — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Priya 💜
Wei P. · 11 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Wei, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Sophie
Carlos T. · 11 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Carlos — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Tom 💜
Emma G. · 11 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Emma, then it activates automatically on arrival. — David