United Kingdom eSIM — reviews & details
United Kingdom 1GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 1 GB/day · 1 days
134 reviews
Coverage & networks
- United Kingdom O2 5G EE 5G 3 4G
Traveller reviews
Ava M.
Ireland · May 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, Ava! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Kingdom. Enjoy your journeys! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Lea T.
Brazil · May 2026
Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago So glad to hear this, Lea! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Wei P.
Spain · May 2026
Did the job without any drama in United Kingdom. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Wei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Laura 💜
Sophia P.
Portugal · May 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Sophia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Kingdom. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David, GotoeSIM Support
James N.
Poland · May 2026
Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks for sharing, James! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Fatima L.
India · May 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks for sharing, Fatima! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah C.
Philippines · May 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Sarah. Glad it mostly worked for you in United Kingdom — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Priya
Noah S.
Singapore · May 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Noah. Glad it mostly worked for you in United Kingdom — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Viktor W.
New Zealand · May 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out in United Kingdom. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So glad to hear this, Viktor! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Sri G.
Saudi Arabia · Apr 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So glad to hear this, Sri! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo T.
Turkey · Apr 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So glad to hear this, Ji-woo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Lea N.
Spain · Apr 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in United Kingdom. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks for sharing, Lea! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Kingdom. Enjoy your journeys! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha N.
New Zealand · Apr 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thanks for sharing, Aisha! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Kingdom. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar 💜
Katya T.
United States · Apr 2026
Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you so much, Katya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in United Kingdom. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — David
Liam C.
India · Apr 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So glad to hear this, Liam! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Priya
Frequently asked questions
How much does the United Kingdom eSIM cost?
The United Kingdom 1GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $1.01 for 1 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom.
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 United Kingdom.
Comments & questions
Ryan N. · 2 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Ryan, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
James H. · 3 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, James — it switches on when you land. – Tom 💜
Sri S. · 3 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Sri — not at purchase. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya S. · 4 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
For nearby countries, Ananya, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Nadia B. · 7 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Nadia — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Mei M. · 9 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Mei. — David
Pablo S. · 10 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Pablo, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Priya 💜
Nguyen T. · 1 year ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Nguyen! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Mark 💜
Ji-woo N. · 1 year ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Ji-woo, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo P. · 1 year ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Mateo! We're always here if you need anything. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Camila K. · 1 year ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Camila, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Diego 💜
Arjun L. · 1 year ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Arjun — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support