I’ve used Billion Connect for multiple eSims abroad now, and I’ve found them great every time. Their customer service responds pretty quickly to any issues, and the sims are cheap and work well. Be aware the sims are mostly based in Hong Kong so if you’re geographically far from there the latency might be a little high, and you may need a VPN for things like TikTok to work, but I’ve had very few issues.

Jun 3, 2025

MicroEsim

陳used in China

網絡快又不貴，總之我覺得不錯哦，不過用完的時候，無限的流量有點慢，不過無限的流量不要錢也不錯啦

May 12, 2025

MicroEsim

jinhaiused in China

technically functional but extremely slow speed

Mar 16, 2025

Nesa

Umut Koseogluused in China

I used Nesa for almost 2 weeks. Nesa was working with great speed. I had a problem with internet and they immediately fixed the problem. They have a fastest customer service i have ever had. Eventhoug the problem turns out to be a local telecom provider. I encourage everybody to choose Nesa greate service.

Feb 15, 2025

Yoho Mobile

chuan heused in China

none

Aug 2, 2024

GigSky

chasen33028used in China

nice

Mar 31, 2024

RedteaGO

Olgaused in China

I bought eSim 1 GB of internet for 1 day to use in China. I followed all the installation instructions, but the Internet still did not work. I was unable to use the service and wasted my time and money. I do not recommend this service.

Dec 29, 2023

MTX Connect

jednikeused in China

Not working with phones in China: only tablets and routers.

Nov 13, 2023

MobiMatter

cbrueggused in China

Super good connectivity and no Chinese firewall!

Oct 12, 2023

Textr eSIM

baiyuviiused in China

Dude, if you're headed to China or Hong Kong, you gotta check out Textr eSIM's data plan. I used it on a work trip recently and it was freakin' awesome. The network was super fast and reliable, even in the middle of nowhere. Setting it up was a breeze, and the pricing was totally reasonable. Plus, their customer support was super helpful whenever I had a question or needed assistance. Overall, if you want to stay connected and get stuff done on your trip, Textr eSIM's China and Hong Kong Data Plan is the way to go. Highly recommend.

Feb 23, 2023

UPeSIM

Marco Guntherused in China

Bypassed the Great Firewall. I used MySim eSIM in both Shanghai and Beijing as well as a high speed train between the two destinations. Here's my experience on my iPhone X:
It's a pretty straightforward installation once I scanned the QR code and turned on Data Roaming (which you need to do).

I was able to use Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Google, Whatsapp, YouTube, and Gmail with no issues or a VPN.

I had great reception pretty much everywhere as well as the subway and I did use the phone extensively even making a view Facetime calls as well using Google Maps a lot to find my way.

Having a SIM card that bypassed the Chinese national firewall was essential and made the trip way safer.

Nov 9, 2019

UPeSIM

Alexused in China

It was so practical to travel with MySIM in China! I had access to all the social networks that I need (Facebook, Whatsapp, Instagram...). I also have to say the connection was perfect and in 4G! Really good experience overall, convenient and easy to use.

Nov 8, 2019

UPeSIM

Danywayused in China

Bought this eSIM for a round trip in China, after download on arrival I just have to select China Mobile network and I have a full access to internet without restriction (google, whatsapp, gmail, facebook) and very good speed in 4G

Oct 14, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions

How many travel eSIM brands (providers) are available for use in China, and how many prepaid data plans are there?

Currently, eSIMDB lists over 90 travel eSIM brands offering service in China, alongside over 4200 prepaid data plans. With such a wide variety of options, travelers should easily be able to find an eSIM that suits their specific data needs and travel duration.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for China?

Several providers currently offer unlimited data eSIM plans for China, including Yoho Mobile, Billion Connect, MicroEsim, Roamify, Truely, and Yesim. These plans generally range in price from approximately $2.28 to $50.92 USD depending on the validity period and provider. It’s important to note that many of these unlimited plans may have speed limitations or experience throttling, typically capping speeds around 5Mbps. Airalo also offers an unlimited data plan with a 10 day validity period priced at $35.00 USD.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in China?

China Mobile: The largest mobile operator in China, offering extensive nationwide coverage and a wide range of services, including voice, data, and multimedia.
China Unicom: A major state-owned operator providing mobile and fixed-line services, known for its strong presence in northern China and compatibility with international devices.
China Telecom: Another leading state-owned operator offering mobile, fixed-line, and broadband services, with robust coverage in southern China.

In addition to these major operators, China has Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) that lease access from the primary carriers to offer mobile services. Examples include China Broadcasting Network (CBN), a state-owned entity providing mobile, broadband, and broadcasting services. However, most travel eSIMs rely on the infrastructure of the major Mobile Network Operators rather than MVNOs.

Summarized by Gen AI. Last updated: July 20, 2025