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
Sofia B.
Switzerland · May 2025
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Anna
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Sofia! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. – Anna 💜
Isabella D.
Turkey · May 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in China mainland. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Tom
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Isabella! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Tom
Chloe L.
UAE · May 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Sophie
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Chloe! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support
Elena P.
Switzerland · May 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges in China mainland. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.
Grace
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Elena! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Grace, eSIM TopUp Support
Camila N.
Poland · May 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Yuki
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Camila! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support
Nadia N.
Singapore · May 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Tom
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Nadia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom
Anna K.
South Korea · Apr 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.
David
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Anna! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – David, eSIM TopUp Support
James G.
South Korea · Apr 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.
Diego
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, James! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Diego 💜
Louis M.
Sweden · Apr 2025
Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.
Sara
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Louis! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sara 💜
Katya L.
Egypt · Apr 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.
Grace
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Katya! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Grace
Arjun P.
Germany · Apr 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
James
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Arjun! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — James
Zoe W.
Thailand · Apr 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Omar
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Zoe! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar 💜
Ava S.
Italy · Apr 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Five stars from me.
Laura
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Ava! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Laura 💜
Noah P.
United States · Apr 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.
Grace
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Noah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Grace 💜
Diego G.
France · Apr 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.
Mark
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Diego! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Mark, 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?