How to Choose from 85 eSIM Plans? The Key Lies in the Calculation and Number of Days
Travelling to the Philippines, there are 85 eSIM plans to choose from, all focused on covering local networks, with no need to consider multi-country cards. Among these plans, 93% are single-country cards, meaning you can focus on selecting the plan that best suits your itinerary and number of days.
eSIM plans are mainly divided into daily fixed and total data types, with no unlimited plans available. Daily fixed plans are suitable for travellers with stable daily usage during their trip, while total data plans are ideal for trips where usage is higher on some days and lower on others.
Stable Networks in Cities Like Manila and Cebu, but Be Cautious on Tourist Islands
Cities like Manila and Cebu have 5G coverage with stable networks, ideal for relying on Google Maps for directions and using various apps.
Tourist islands like Boracay and Palawan mainly operate on 4G, with signal strength noticeably weakening outside of resort areas. It is recommended to download offline maps and important data before arriving at the resort area, just in case.
Globe is the Main Network Provider with Wide Coverage
- Our eSIM plans mainly use the Globe network → Globe is one of the main network providers in the Philippines with wide coverage and stable signals.
- Smart is also one of the official network providers → Although we do not offer Smart network eSIMs, Globe can already meet the needs of most travellers.
- Good signal in cities and tourist areas → Whether in Manila, Cebu, or Boracay, the Globe network provides stable connectivity in these locations.
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