Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Sven D.
Germany · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 days ago Cheers, Sven! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Carlos V.
Spain · Jul 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 days ago Really appreciate this, Carlos! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Mohammed S.
India · Jul 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 days ago Really appreciate this, Mohammed! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Grace 💜
Ava D.
Sweden · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 days ago Thank you so much, Ava! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. – Yuki 💜
Isabella V.
New Zealand · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Five stars from me.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Thank you for the kind words, Isabella! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor G.
Malaysia · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Thanks for sharing, Viktor! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. – Tom 💜
Fatima M.
Spain · Jul 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Philippines. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Cheers, Fatima! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Andre F.
Switzerland · Jul 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Zero regrets.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Really appreciate this, Andre! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Enjoy your journeys! — Sophie
Louis G.
Portugal · Jul 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in Philippines. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Made staying connected effortless.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 week ago Cheers, Louis! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Mohammed F.
New Zealand · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thanks for sharing, Mohammed! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Emma
James B.
Japan · Jul 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Would definitely buy again.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Really appreciate this, James! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen L.
South Korea · Jul 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thank you for the kind words, Nguyen! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Lea R.
Egypt · Jul 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thanks for sharing, Lea! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Sven K.
United Kingdom · Jul 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago So glad to hear this, Sven! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego 💜
Aisha V.
Thailand · Jul 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Aisha. 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. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippines 5GB/Day plan costs $5.52 for 5 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
Mei H. · 4 days ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Mei! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha K. · 1 week ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Aisha — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Hana R. · 1 week ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Hana, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Lucas D. · 2 weeks ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Lucas — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe K. · 3 weeks ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Zoe, so buying early is totally fine. – Yuki 💜
Marco F. · 2 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Marco, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Hana G. · 3 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Hana — it switches on when you land. — Emma
Beatriz H. · 6 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Beatriz, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Chloe H. · 7 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Chloe, on 4G/5G where available. — Sara
Nguyen B. · 9 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Nguyen — check My eSIMs anytime. – Sara 💜
Ananya G. · 11 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Ananya! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Yuki H. · 1 year ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Yuki! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support