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
Viktor H.
Switzerland · Sep 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Ken
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Viktor! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ken, eSIM TopUp Support
Lea N.
Australia · Sep 2024
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in China mainland. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Omar
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Lea! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Omar
Sophia T.
Japan · Sep 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Emma
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Sophia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Emma
Ji-woo K.
Japan · Sep 2024
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in China mainland. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Sophie
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Ji-woo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sophie, eSIM TopUp Support
Lucia M.
Japan · Sep 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Highly recommend for any traveller.
David
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Lucia! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — David, eSIM TopUp Support
Mohammed G.
Canada · Sep 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Laura
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Mohammed. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – Laura 💜
Ravi V.
United States · Sep 2024
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Diego
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Ravi! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. – Diego, eSIM TopUp Support
Sofia L.
Portugal · Sep 2024
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in China mainland. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Grace
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Sofia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace
Camila P.
United Kingdom · Sep 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
James
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thanks a lot, Camila! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — James, eSIM TopUp Support
Diego L.
Switzerland · Sep 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Emma
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Diego! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. — Emma, eSIM TopUp Support
Max C.
Brazil · Aug 2024
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
James
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Max. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. — James
Wei B.
Canada · Aug 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.
James
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Wei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Enjoy your journeys! — James, eSIM TopUp Support
Ananya B.
Singapore · Aug 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Laura
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Ananya. 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
Emma L.
Portugal · Aug 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly. Five stars from me.
Diego
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Emma! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. — Diego, eSIM TopUp Support
Andre V.
Philippines · Aug 2024
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Mark
eSIM TopUp Support
· 1 year ago So sorry to hear this, Andre. That's not the experience we want for China mainland. Reach our team at esimtopup.io/support so we can help right away. – Mark 💜
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?