Airalo worked okay at least in Manila. But speed is not that high at all and upload speed can be quite slow sometimes. I used it only for messaging, maps, Grab, etc. so was okay for me.
It's a roaming network provided by Singtel so it goes through Singapore with latency of a bit shy of 100ms.
If you don't mind the task of getting a local SIM and swapping it in your phone, you'll get better deal and better latency for sure. But as far as prepaid eSIM goes, Airalo does a decent job I think. You just have to lower your expectation a bit.
I was in Manila, El Nido and Coron. It worked well enough in Manila that I had no complaints. In El Nido, I had to manually select a network for it to work. Leaving it on automatic on the phone will choose the wrong network. In Coron, I had no reception once outside the main town. My wife had a physical SIM card and she had no issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many data plans does Airalo offer for Philippines?
Airalo currently offers 6 single-coverage data plans specifically for the Philippines. These plans provide data for use solely within the country. Additionally, Airalo lists 20 multi-country plans that include the Philippines as part of their coverage area. These multi-country options allow data usage across several countries, offering convenience for travelers visiting multiple destinations. The available plans range in price from approximately $4.50 to $185.00 and offer data allowances from 1GB up to 100GB.
Does Airalo offer unlimited data eSIM for Philippines?
Airalo does not currently offer an unlimited data eSIM plan for the Philippines. Travelers can instead select from fixed‑data options, such as a 100GB plan that is valid for 180 days at roughly $185, or a 50GB plan that lasts 90 days for about $100. For users with lower data needs, there are 20GB plans that run 30 days for around $30 or $49. Fixed plans are often more cost‑effective for most travelers, unless one is an extremely heavy data consumer.
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