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
Giulia H.
Netherlands · Dec 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.
Diego
eSIM TopUp Support
· 8 months ago Really appreciate this, Giulia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Diego, eSIM TopUp Support
Ingrid T.
South Korea · Nov 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ingrid
eSIM TopUp Support
· 8 months ago Thanks a lot, Ingrid! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support
Ananya F.
UAE · Nov 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Ingrid
eSIM TopUp Support
· 8 months ago Really appreciate this, Ananya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Ingrid 💜
Beatriz F.
Canada · Nov 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
Mark
eSIM TopUp Support
· 8 months ago Really appreciate this, Beatriz! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. — Mark
Ava M.
Netherlands · Nov 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.
James
eSIM TopUp Support
· 8 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Ava! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — James
Ingrid H.
Saudi Arabia · Nov 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Mark
eSIM TopUp Support
· 8 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Ingrid. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – Mark 💜
Mateo M.
Brazil · Nov 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
David
eSIM TopUp Support
· 8 months ago Really appreciate this, Mateo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — David, eSIM TopUp Support
Ava V.
Singapore · Nov 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Sophie
eSIM TopUp Support
· 8 months ago Thank you so much, Ava! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support
Sarah W.
Canada · Nov 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Emma
eSIM TopUp Support
· 8 months ago Apologies for the trouble, Sarah. That's not the experience we want for China mainland. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. – Emma, eSIM TopUp Support
Priya M.
Poland · Nov 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Sara
eSIM TopUp Support
· 8 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Priya. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Sara 💜
Chloe F.
Portugal · Nov 2025
Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Sophie
eSIM TopUp Support
· 8 months ago So glad to hear this, Chloe! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. – Sophie 💜
Chloe L.
UAE · Nov 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Ken
eSIM TopUp Support
· 8 months ago Cheers, Chloe! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ken
Mateo S.
Australia · Nov 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Omar
eSIM TopUp Support
· 8 months ago Apologies for the trouble, Mateo. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. – Omar, eSIM TopUp Support
Omar K.
Egypt · Nov 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Tom
eSIM TopUp Support
· 8 months ago So glad to hear this, Omar! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Tom, eSIM TopUp Support
Hana H.
Italy · Nov 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
Diego
eSIM TopUp Support
· 8 months ago Cheers, Hana! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Diego, 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. · 5 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?