United Kingdom eSIM — reviews & details
United Kingdom 500MB/Day · 500 MB/day · 1 days
166 reviews
Coverage & networks
- United Kingdom O2 5G EE 5G 3 4G
Traveller reviews
Katya S.
Switzerland · Jan 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Really appreciate this, Katya! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in United Kingdom. Come back anytime! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Arjun W.
United States · Jan 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Five stars from me.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks a lot, Arjun! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Grace
Zoe N.
Germany · Jan 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Zoe. Glad it mostly worked for you in United Kingdom — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Lucia B.
South Korea · Jan 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you so much, Lucia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sophie 💜
Anna T.
Philippines · Jan 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling in United Kingdom. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks for sharing, Anna! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Tom 💜
Budi L.
Saudi Arabia · Jan 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Budi. 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. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi V.
Switzerland · Jan 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Zero regrets.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks a lot, Ravi! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — James
Min-jun D.
Indonesia · Jan 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you so much, Min-jun! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Diego
Mei D.
Australia · Jan 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Really appreciate this, Mei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Marco F.
UAE · Jan 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks for sharing, Marco! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ken
Ethan P.
Australia · Jan 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Apologies for the trouble, Ethan. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – David 💜
Grace V.
Egypt · Jan 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thanks for sharing, Grace! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo K.
India · Jan 2026
Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Really appreciate this, Mateo! So happy the United Kingdom eSIM kept you connected. – Grace 💜
Grace F.
Switzerland · Jan 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Grace. Glad it mostly worked for you in United Kingdom — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen K.
Italy · Jan 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Nguyen. Glad it mostly worked for you in United Kingdom — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Ken
Frequently asked questions
How much does the United Kingdom eSIM cost?
The United Kingdom 500MB/Day plan costs $0.51 for 500 MB/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 F. · 1 month ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
5G is available where covered, Ryan — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – David 💜
Noah W. · 2 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Noah, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Ananya B. · 3 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Ananya, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Sophie 💜
Mateo L. · 4 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Mateo — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Grace 💜
Hugo F. · 8 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Hugo — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Sara 💜
Zoe V. · 8 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Zoe! We're always here if you need anything. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Pablo T. · 8 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Pablo, so buying early is totally fine. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe P. · 9 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Zoe, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — Priya
Hugo S. · 11 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Hugo, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Wei K. · 11 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Wei, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Laura
Mateo D. · 1 year ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Mateo — check My eSIMs anytime. – Ken 💜
Louis N. · 1 year ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Louis, on 4G/5G where available. – James, GotoeSIM Support