Everything went very comfortable. eSIM was added to phone and the internet started working immediately. A huge plus is that all international services work without a VPN.

Oct 14, 2025

Eskimo eSIM

lukasused in China 🇨🇳

Eskimo has a two-year date plan and is a really great operator。

Sep 29, 2025

iRoamly

Angeloused in China 🇨🇳

I ordered a 3 day unlimited package which didn't work. Requested for a refund twice and was promised I'd get it in a few days. I still haven't been refunded for almost a month now.👎

Sep 11, 2025

Roamify

Pasused in China 🇨🇳

eSIM i ordered was not what I expected. Support was fast in answering and helpfull. In the end they give me a refund.

Can't say anything about internet speed or anything, but will use them again for their support team

Sep 7, 2025

Airalo

finchaused in China 🇨🇳

get all kinds of plans quickly

Aug 15, 2025

Strong eSIM

Jusufused in China 🇨🇳

Their support was top notch, the process overall is pretty easy and the internet was very quick

Jun 17, 2025

Roamify

Bbbused in China 🇨🇳

Works but extremely slow

Jun 17, 2025

Billion Connect

Jamesused in China 🇨🇳

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

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?

China offers more than 100 travel eSIM providers and more than 5,200 prepaid data plans. With such a wide variety of options, travelers can easily find an eSIM that fits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for China?

Yes, several eSIM providers offer unlimited data plans for use in China. These plans can be active for a single day up to fifteen days, depending on the issuer, and most of them include a feature to share the connection with other devices. Because they are unlimited, every provider applies a speed restriction, typically ranging from a very low advertised bandwidth of 256 kbps for a free 1‑day offer to limits of 5 Mbps or 10 Mbps for larger plans, and some advertise a 5 Mbps cap for 4G or 5G service. Prices vary from a free $0.00 promotion with ads and the lowest speed limit to roughly $30 USD for a seven‑day plan that allows tethering at a throttled 5 Mbps speed. The available unlimited options come from Firsty, abesteSIM, Yoho Mobile, Billion Connect, MicroEsim, Roamify, Truely, and Yesim.

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.

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for China?

Travel eSIM plans that include a phone number and SMS support are available for visitors to China from a few independent providers. GlobaleSIM and Roamify both offer such plans. The plans are issued with foreign dialing codes: GlobaleSIM uses a +1 code (United States) and Roamify provides a +33 code (France), so the numbers are not local China numbers that would carry the +86 code. Both providers allow inbound and outbound voice calls and inbound SMS, while Roamify also offers outbound SMS on the same plans.

Pricing and validity vary by plan. GlobaleSIM offers options from $4 for 1 GB 7‑day access up to $44 for 50 GB 30‑day access, while Roamify’s range runs from $15 for a 1 GB 7‑day package to $105 for 20 GB 365‑day access. All plans support data usage in China and enable users to make and receive calls and SMS (where provided) over the data connection.

Summarized by Gen AI. Last updated: October 26, 2025