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
Grace P.
Turkey · Nov 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Laura
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Grace. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Laura, eSIM TopUp Support
Priya D.
Poland · Nov 2024
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
David
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Apologies for the trouble, Priya. That's not the experience we want for China mainland. Please contact us at esimtopup.io/support and we'll sort it out. – David 💜
Daniel V.
France · Oct 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.
Ken
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Daniel! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Ken
Lucas T.
Mexico · Oct 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges in China mainland. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.
Anna
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Lucas! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Come back anytime! – Anna 💜
Ethan D.
Saudi Arabia · Oct 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.
Anna
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Ethan! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Anna, eSIM TopUp Support
Thomas G.
France · Oct 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges in China mainland. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Great experience overall.
Ken
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Thomas! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Ken 💜
Ji-woo F.
United Kingdom · Oct 2024
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Ken
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Ji-woo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Ken, eSIM TopUp Support
Andre B.
France · Oct 2024
Did the job without any drama in China mainland. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Ingrid
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Andre! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ingrid, eSIM TopUp Support
Min-jun S.
Spain · Oct 2024
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Yuki
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Min-jun! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Yuki
Kenji R.
Netherlands · Oct 2024
Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Made staying connected effortless.
Sara
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Kenji! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. – Sara 💜
James W.
France · Oct 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ken
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, James! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Come back anytime! — Ken, eSIM TopUp Support
Kenji P.
Portugal · Oct 2024
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
James
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Apologies for the trouble, Kenji. That's not the experience we want for China mainland. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. – James 💜
Grace K.
Italy · Oct 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Telling my friends about this.
Sophie
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Grace! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Sophie
Ingrid D.
Malaysia · Oct 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in China mainland. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
Grace
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ingrid! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace
Mateo L.
India · Oct 2024
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.
Mark
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for sharing, Mateo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. – 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. · 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?