Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 500MB/Day · 500 MB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Andre R.
Indonesia · Mar 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in Philippines. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Cheers, Andre! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya L.
Italy · Mar 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you so much, Ananya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Louis H.
Australia · Mar 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks a lot, Louis! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sophie
Ji-woo P.
Philippines · Mar 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks a lot, Ji-woo! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark 💜
Liam S.
Netherlands · Mar 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks for sharing, Liam! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Tom
Hugo V.
Brazil · Mar 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Philippines. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks a lot, Hugo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – David 💜
Carlos T.
Vietnam · Mar 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So glad to hear this, Carlos! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Grace V.
Australia · Mar 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So glad to hear this, Grace! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Hugo D.
Spain · Mar 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So sorry to hear this, Hugo. That's not the experience we want for Philippines. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah M.
Netherlands · Mar 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks for sharing, Sarah! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. — David
Noah W.
Mexico · Mar 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly. Five stars from me.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you so much, Noah! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Lucas R.
Italy · Feb 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Made staying connected effortless.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So glad to hear this, Lucas! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Mohammed M.
Sweden · Feb 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Cheers, Mohammed! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — James
Lucas H.
Japan · Feb 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Philippines. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Lucas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. — Yuki
Carlos B.
Malaysia · Feb 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Carlos! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippines 500MB/Day plan costs $0.93 for 500 MB/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
Hugo R. · 3 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Hugo! We're always here if you need anything. – Anna 💜
Olivia B. · 5 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Olivia — check My eSIMs anytime. — David
Viktor T. · 5 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Viktor, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. — Mark
Aisha L. · 6 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Aisha — not at purchase. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Nadia M. · 8 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Nadia — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Ken 💜
Ji-woo N. · 8 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Ji-woo! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Marco B. · 9 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Marco! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Pablo H. · 11 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Pablo — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Sara 💜
Sarah V. · 11 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Sarah! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Sophie
Mateo L. · 11 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, Mateo — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. – James 💜
Olivia V. · 11 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Olivia — it switches on when you land. — Anna
Grace H. · 1 year ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Grace! The eSIM just handles data. – Ingrid 💜