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
Noah C.
Poland · May 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use eSIM TopUp for my next trip for sure.
Yuki
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Noah! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Yuki, eSIM TopUp Support
Max V.
Brazil · May 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Sara
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Max! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. – Sara, eSIM TopUp Support
Sarah F.
United Kingdom · Apr 2026
Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Would definitely buy again.
David
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago So glad to hear this, Sarah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – David 💜
Beatriz V.
United States · Apr 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Sara
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Beatriz. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – Sara, eSIM TopUp Support
Wei G.
United Kingdom · Apr 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Diego
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Wei! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. — Diego
Camila M.
United States · Apr 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in China mainland. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Five stars from me.
David
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Camila! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — David
Lea P.
New Zealand · Apr 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
James
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Lea. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across China mainland. Reach us anytime at esimtopup.io/support if we can help. – James 💜
Max W.
Germany · Apr 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.
Grace
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Cheers, Max! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace, eSIM TopUp Support
Giulia C.
Switzerland · Apr 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Priya
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Giulia. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. – Priya 💜
Ji-woo L.
United States · Apr 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Laura
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Ji-woo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Laura, eSIM TopUp Support
Max W.
South Korea · Apr 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in China mainland. Customer support answered my question quickly. Would definitely buy again.
Omar
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Max! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. — Omar, eSIM TopUp Support
Linh C.
Vietnam · Apr 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Emma
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Linh. Glad it mostly worked for you in China mainland — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at esimtopup.io/support. — Emma
Daniel S.
India · Apr 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Activation was automatic when I arrived in China mainland.
Priya
eSIM TopUp Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, Daniel! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Priya 💜
Ingrid W.
Philippines · Apr 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.
James
eSIM TopUp Support
· 4 months ago Thanks for sharing, Ingrid! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — James
Omar S.
Vietnam · Apr 2026
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.
Omar
eSIM TopUp Support
· 4 months ago Thanks for sharing, Omar! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Omar, 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?