Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Kenji F.
United States · Dec 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you so much, Kenji! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen N.
Portugal · Dec 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Nguyen! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Emma
Ethan T.
Mexico · Dec 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks for sharing, Ethan! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Mohammed N.
Turkey · Dec 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks for sharing, Mohammed! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Grace B.
France · Dec 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Really appreciate this, Grace! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Priya C.
Thailand · Dec 2025
Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you so much, Priya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David, GotoeSIM Support
Sri L.
United Kingdom · Dec 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks a lot, Sri! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Max K.
Netherlands · Dec 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago So glad to hear this, Max! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Tom
Ingrid B.
UAE · Dec 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Ingrid! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo G.
Switzerland · Dec 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Ji-woo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Kenji F.
Germany · Dec 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges in Philippines. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Cheers, Kenji! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Priya 💜
Sophia B.
Mexico · Dec 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you so much, Sophia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – James 💜
Marco B.
Sweden · Dec 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Marco. 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. — David
Ingrid D.
New Zealand · Dec 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Philippines. Customer support answered my question quickly. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you so much, Ingrid! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. – Mark 💜
Sofia H.
Canada · Dec 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Sofia. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Emma, 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. · 1 week 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. · 2 weeks 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. · 1 month 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. · 10 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