nextSIM eSIM Data Plans for China

nextSIM does not provide a truly unlimited data eSIM for China. All plans that carry the “Unlimited” label actually include a fixed data allowance, most commonly 1GB or 2GB, and once that amount is used the speed drops to throttled rates of 512kbps or 2, 000kbps. Therefore, the high‑speed data is not without limits.

If a larger data capacity is needed, nextSIM offers several fixed‑data plans. For example, the eSIM China 20GB 30Days Economy plan provides 20GB of 5G data for $30.26 USD, while the eSIM GLOBAL 50GB 30Days Premium plan gives 50GB for $1, 299.63 USD. Other mid‑range options include 30GB and 40GB plans. Choosing a fixed‑data plan can be more cost‑effective than the capped “Unlimited” products, especially for users who are not extremely heavy data consumers.

nextSIM does not provide a China eSIM that includes a phone number or SMS capability. The provider offers only data‑only plans for China, so there is no option to receive voice calls or text messages through the local network.

Travelers who need to stay in touch can use popular VoIP applications such as WhatsApp, Telegram or iMessage over the data connection. These apps allow voice calls and messaging without requiring a traditional phone number or SMS service.

nextSIM provides 58 single‑country data plans that cover China, along with 35 multi‑country packages that include China in their coverage. The available single‑country plans vary from as little as 1 GB for a low‑cost option priced around $3.58, up to 50 GB for a premium plan that costs up to $1, 299.63, with validity ranging from 1 to 365 days. The multi‑country packages combine similar data allowances and durations but offer coverage across several destinations at a higher price point. Fixed‑data‑cap options are the majority (75 plans), while daily‑cap plans offer 18 alternatives for travellers who need a more controlled daily usage. Reduced‑speed variants are also available for select plans, providing reduced speeds of either 512 kbps or 2000 kbps.