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
Somchai W.
Australia · Oct 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Tom
eSIM TopUp Support
· 9 months ago Thanks a lot, Somchai! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Tom
Ingrid F.
Spain · Oct 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.
Diego
eSIM TopUp Support
· 9 months ago Thank you so much, Ingrid! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Come back anytime! – Diego, eSIM TopUp Support
Sarah F.
Ireland · Oct 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in China mainland. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Sophie
eSIM TopUp Support
· 9 months ago Really appreciate this, Sarah! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sophie
Marco W.
India · Oct 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in China mainland. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Great experience overall.
David
eSIM TopUp Support
· 9 months ago Thank you so much, Marco! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – David, eSIM TopUp Support
Hana G.
Italy · Oct 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Omar
eSIM TopUp Support
· 9 months ago Thank you so much, Hana! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar, eSIM TopUp Support
Budi M.
Malaysia · Oct 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.
Mark
eSIM TopUp Support
· 9 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Budi! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Mark, eSIM TopUp Support
Viktor R.
Japan · Oct 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges in China mainland. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Emma
eSIM TopUp Support
· 9 months ago Thanks a lot, Viktor! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. – Emma, eSIM TopUp Support
Sofia N.
United States · Oct 2025
Did the job without any drama in China mainland. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Priya
eSIM TopUp Support
· 9 months ago Thanks for sharing, Sofia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Priya, eSIM TopUp Support
Giulia L.
Spain · Oct 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Anna
eSIM TopUp Support
· 9 months ago Thank you so much, Giulia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Anna
Yuki G.
United States · Oct 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Grace
eSIM TopUp Support
· 9 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Yuki. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Grace, eSIM TopUp Support
Ava N.
Australia · Oct 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling in China mainland. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. A must-have for international travel.
Yuki
eSIM TopUp Support
· 10 months ago Thanks for sharing, Ava! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support
Mateo L.
France · Oct 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in China mainland. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.
Omar
eSIM TopUp Support
· 10 months ago Cheers, Mateo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Omar 💜
Somchai M.
Brazil · Oct 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
James
eSIM TopUp Support
· 10 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Somchai. 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. – James 💜
Ji-woo M.
Poland · Oct 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.
Sara
eSIM TopUp Support
· 10 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Ji-woo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sara, eSIM TopUp Support
Ananya P.
Canada · Oct 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
David
eSIM TopUp Support
· 10 months ago Cheers, Ananya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – David, 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?