Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines Globe 5G SMART 5G
Traveller reviews
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
Priya L.
Switzerland · Apr 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago We're really sorry, Priya. That's not the experience we want for Philippines. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Sara
Hugo R.
Philippines · Apr 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago We're really sorry, Hugo. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Diego B.
Japan · Mar 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So sorry to hear this, Diego. That's not the experience we want for Philippines. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – David 💜
Olivia G.
UAE · Dec 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago We're really sorry, Olivia. That's not the experience we want for Philippines. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Anna G.
France · Oct 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Apologies for the trouble, Anna. That's not the experience we want for Philippines. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Omar D.
Spain · Jul 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago We're really sorry, Omar. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Olivia V.
Egypt · Jul 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Apologies for the trouble, Olivia. That's not the experience we want for Philippines. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Anna 💜
Haruto M.
Turkey · May 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So sorry to hear this, Haruto. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Linh C.
Australia · Apr 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago We're really sorry, Linh. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Diego
Sven M.
Saudi Arabia · Jan 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago We're really sorry, Sven. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Tom
Priya W.
Philippines · Dec 2024
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So sorry to hear this, Priya. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Grace
Ava D.
Spain · Dec 2024
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So sorry to hear this, Ava. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Tom
Budi S.
Italy · Oct 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So sorry to hear this, Budi. That's not the experience we want for Philippines. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Laura 💜
Viktor N.
Egypt · Oct 2024
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago We're really sorry, Viktor. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Laura 💜
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