China mainland eSIM — reviews & details
China 5GB 30Days (nonhkip) · 5 GB · 30 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- China mainland China Unicom 5G China Telecom 4G
Traveller reviews
Chloe T.
United Kingdom · Feb 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Anna
eSIM TopUp Support
· 6 months ago Thank you so much, Chloe! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Anna 💜
Camila R.
Switzerland · Feb 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.
Diego
eSIM TopUp Support
· 6 months ago Thank you so much, Camila! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Diego 💜
Ryan T.
United Kingdom · Feb 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Telling my friends about this.
Yuki
eSIM TopUp Support
· 6 months ago Cheers, Ryan! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Come back anytime! — Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support
Lucia V.
Netherlands · Feb 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Made staying connected effortless.
Yuki
eSIM TopUp Support
· 6 months ago Thank you so much, Lucia! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. – Yuki 💜
Sven F.
Philippines · Feb 2026
Did the job without any drama. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Made staying connected effortless.
Ken
eSIM TopUp Support
· 6 months ago Cheers, Sven! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken 💜
Diego D.
Canada · Feb 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.
Anna
eSIM TopUp Support
· 6 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Diego! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna 💜
Mateo G.
Vietnam · Feb 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Sophie
eSIM TopUp Support
· 6 months ago Thanks a lot, Mateo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sophie 💜
Hana G.
Spain · Feb 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.
Omar
eSIM TopUp Support
· 6 months ago Really appreciate this, Hana! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. — Omar, eSIM TopUp Support
Ananya F.
Turkey · Feb 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Omar
eSIM TopUp Support
· 6 months ago Cheers, Ananya! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. — Omar
Thomas P.
Mexico · Jan 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
Priya
eSIM TopUp Support
· 6 months ago Really appreciate this, Thomas! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Priya, eSIM TopUp Support
James D.
Ireland · Jan 2026
Connected the moment I landed. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Diego
eSIM TopUp Support
· 6 months ago Cheers, James! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Diego 💜
Sophia V.
United Kingdom · Jan 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Sophie
eSIM TopUp Support
· 6 months ago We're really sorry, Sophia. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. – Sophie 💜
Ravi V.
Turkey · Jan 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in China mainland. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Anna
eSIM TopUp Support
· 6 months ago Thanks for sharing, Ravi! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Anna, eSIM TopUp Support
Ingrid T.
United Kingdom · Jan 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Emma
eSIM TopUp Support
· 6 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Ingrid! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Emma, eSIM TopUp Support
Louis M.
South Korea · Jan 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Anna
eSIM TopUp Support
· 6 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Louis. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Anna, eSIM TopUp Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?
The China 5GB 30Days (nonhkip) plan costs $5.28 for 5 GB over 30 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my China mainland eSIM?
Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the eSIM TopUp app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in China mainland.
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 China mainland.
Comments & questions
Sofia H. · 3 weeks ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Andre W. · 3 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Fatima G. · 3 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Pablo S. · 4 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
Yuki H. · 9 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Priya G. · 9 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Hugo V. · 10 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Carlos W. · 11 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Olivia K. · 11 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Camila D. · 11 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Ethan H. · 1 year ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Mei B. · 1 year ago
Which networks does this connect to?