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China mainland eSIM — reviews & details

China 5GB 30Days (nonhkip) · 5 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $5.28
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 24%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • China mainland China Unicom 5G China Telecom 4G

Traveller reviews

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Liam T.

Canada · Apr 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in China mainland. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Grace Grace eSIM TopUp Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Liam! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Grace

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Mei V.

United States · Apr 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Grace Grace eSIM TopUp Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Mei! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Grace

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Lucas R.

Saudi Arabia · Apr 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Anna Anna eSIM TopUp Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Lucas. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. – Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ryan D.

Philippines · Apr 2025

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

James James eSIM TopUp Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Ryan. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – James, eSIM TopUp Support

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Noah P.

United States · Apr 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

Grace Grace eSIM TopUp Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Noah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Grace 💜

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Mateo M.

United Kingdom · Apr 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

David David eSIM TopUp Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Mateo. 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. — David

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Diego G.

France · Apr 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.

Mark 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

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Yuki T.

Malaysia · Apr 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.

Diego Diego eSIM TopUp Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Yuki! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Diego, eSIM TopUp Support

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Haruto P.

New Zealand · Apr 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Ingrid Ingrid eSIM TopUp Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Haruto. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. — Ingrid

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Ethan G.

Canada · Apr 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.

Anna Anna eSIM TopUp Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Ethan! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Anna, eSIM TopUp Support

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Olivia R.

Australia · Apr 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Ingrid Ingrid eSIM TopUp Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Olivia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ingrid

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Olivia B.

Thailand · Apr 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Mark Mark eSIM TopUp Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Olivia. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Mark, eSIM TopUp Support

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Ji-woo G.

Mexico · Apr 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in China mainland. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.

Sara Sara eSIM TopUp Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ji-woo! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. – Sara 💜

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Thomas V.

Canada · Apr 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Yuki Yuki eSIM TopUp Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Thomas! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki

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Ananya L.

Canada · Apr 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city. A must-have for international travel.

Ingrid Ingrid eSIM TopUp Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Ananya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Come back anytime! – Ingrid, 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

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Sofia H. · 3 weeks ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

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Andre W. · 3 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

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Fatima G. · 3 months ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

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Pablo S. · 5 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

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Yuki H. · 9 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

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Priya G. · 9 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

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Hugo V. · 10 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

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Carlos W. · 11 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

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Olivia K. · 11 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

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Camila D. · 11 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

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Ethan H. · 1 year ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

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Mei B. · 1 year ago

Which networks does this connect to?