Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
Mateo H.
Malaysia · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed in Philippines. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago So glad to hear this, Mateo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah P.
Indonesia · Jul 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Thank you for taking the time, Sarah. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Philippines. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Anna
Mateo H.
Australia · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama in Philippines. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Cheers, Mateo! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. – Ken 💜
Camila M.
Indonesia · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Thank you for the kind words, Camila! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor M.
Philippines · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama in Philippines. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Thank you for the kind words, Viktor! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Sri W.
Portugal · Jul 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Zero regrets.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 weeks ago Thank you so much, Sri! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Mei T.
Sweden · Jun 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Mei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Laura 💜
Nguyen B.
Singapore · Jun 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago We're really sorry, Nguyen. That's not the experience we want for Philippines. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Liam P.
France · Jun 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Liam! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – James 💜
Budi H.
Netherlands · Jun 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Budi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Philippines. Come back anytime! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Louis K.
United States · Jun 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Louis! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. We're here whenever you travel again. – Grace 💜
Ava M.
Mexico · Jun 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Ava! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — David, GotoeSIM Support
Daniel V.
Indonesia · Jun 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Daniel! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Mei T.
Philippines · Jun 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Mei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Mei G.
New Zealand · Jun 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Philippines. Telling my friends about this.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Mei! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. – Omar 💜
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. · 5 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. · 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. · 4 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