TOP 1
€20.24€22.49
Duration30 days
Data10 GB
Saily
China eSIM 2026: which plan fits your trip?
Weekend in China, a month on the ground, a long stay or two weeks of real unlimited — the right plan is already picked.
Weekend in China
3–5 GB for maps, messages and some streaming
€1.24€1.38
Duration3 days
Data3 GB
abesteSIMLong stay in China
14 days or more, at least 10 GB
€4.31€4.53
Duration25 days
Data10 GB
eSIM.dogUnlimited 2 weeks in China
Truly unlimited, around 14 days
€8.72
Duration15 days
DataUnlimited
CocoRoamOne month in China
30 days, 10–20 GB
€4.70€4.94
Duration30 days
Data10 GB
eSIM.dog4441 plans found
1
30 days - 10GB5G
Saily
€20.24
€22.49
Coverage
Data 10 GB
Duration 30 days
Price/GB €2.25/GB
5G Yes
4
7 days - 1GB
VoilàChina Unicom, China Telecom
€1.81
€1.90
Coverage
Data 1 GB
Duration 7 days
Price/GB €1.90/GB
5G —
5
China 3GB
Orange TravelOrange
HotspoteKYCTop-up
€8.54
€8.99
Coverage
Data 3 GB
Duration 7 days
Price/GB €3.00/GB
5G —
6
China 7 days 5 GB Data
VoyeGlobal
€6.80
€8.00
Coverage
Data 5 GB
Duration 7 days
Price/GB €1.60/GB
5G —
7
China 3 GB for 15 days5G
LinkeSIMChina Unicom
Hotspot
€3.12
Coverage
Data 3 GB
Duration 15 days
Price/GB €1.04/GB
5G Yes
8
LightSim unlimited 7 days5G
LightSimTurkcell
HotspotGlobalTop-up
€7.86
€8.73
Coverage
+201
+201Data Unlimited
Duration 7 days
Price/GB -
5G Yes
9
Mainland China
RedteaGO
€41.20
€45.78
Coverage
Data 100 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €0.46/GB
5G —
10
Mainland China
RedteaGO
€21.62
€24.03
Coverage
Data 50 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €0.48/GB
5G —
11
⚡️ Best Coverage in China (50GB/365Days) - Pink route
eSIM.dog
Hotspot
€43.48
€45.77
Coverage
Data 50 GB
Duration 365 days
Price/GB €0.92/GB
5G —
12
China 10GB5G
EskimoChina Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€21.93
Coverage
Data 10 GB
Duration 730 days
Price/GB €2.19/GB
5G Yes
13
⚡️ Best Coverage in China mainland (100GB/180Days) - Yellow route
eSIM.dog
Hotspot
€55.46
€58.38
Coverage
Data 100 GB
Duration 180 days
Price/GB €0.58/GB
5G —
14
China 50 GB for 180 days5G
LinkeSIMChina Unicom
Hotspot
€32.84
Coverage
Data 50 GB
Duration 180 days
Price/GB €0.66/GB
5G Yes
15
China 50GB 180 Days5G
AdventureSIMsChina Mobile
HotspotTop-up
€31.41
€34.90
Coverage
Data 50 GB
Duration 180 days
Price/GB €0.70/GB
5G Yes
16
AlpineSIM China mainland - 50GB / 180 Days5G
AlpineSIMChina Mobile
Hotspot
€30.17
€33.52
Coverage
Data 50 GB
Duration 180 days
Price/GB €0.67/GB
5G Yes
17
China - 5GB data plan5G
EskimoChina Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€13.67
Coverage
Data 5 GB
Duration 730 days
Price/GB €2.73/GB
5G Yes
18
China 5GB5G
EskimoChina Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€14.68
Coverage
Data 5 GB
Duration 730 days
Price/GB €2.94/GB
5G Yes
19
China 3GB5G
EskimoChina Telecom
HotspotTop-up
€9.08
Coverage
Data 3 GB
Duration 730 days
Price/GB €3.03/GB
5G Yes
20
China Unlimited 15Days5G
eSIMzonChina Mobile, Cmcc
HotspotFair useTop-up
€25.60
€28.44
Coverage
Data 375 GB
Duration 15 days
Price/GB €0.08/GB
5G Yes
Best eSIM providers in China
51 providers compared, ranked by average price/GB (excluding free trials and unlimited).
| Provider | Plans | From | Promo codes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 LinkeSIMBest €/GB | 1 | €5.50 | - | Read review |
 SparkRoam | 1 | €6.80 | - | Read review |
 Nomad | 2 | €0.86 | ESIMDNOMAD20−20% | Promo code |
 Superalink | 9 | €0.69 | ESIMD−15% | Promo code |
 abesteSIM | 44 | €0.36 | ESIMD−10% | Promo code |
 ASIMGO | 26 | €0.50 | ESIMD−10% | Promo code |
 AdventureSIMs | 1 | €1.08 | ESIMP−10% | Promo code |
 eSIM4Travel | 7 | €0.71 | ESIMP−10% | Promo code |
 Billion Connect | 2 | €1.11 | ESIMD−10% | Promo code |
 iRoamly | 6 | €0.92 | - | Read review |
 AlpineSIM | 3 | €0.25 | ESIMD−10% | Promo code |
 RedteaGO | 4 | €0.64 | ESIMP−10% | Promo code |
+14 more providers available in the table below.
Mobile networks available in China
Aggregated from local operators listed on currently tracked plans.
| Network | Providers tracked | 5G | Cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Mobile | 7 (AdventureSIMs, AlpineSIM, CocoRoam, ConnectMeGuru) | ✓ | €0.25 |
| China Telecom | 7 (abesteSIM, ASIMGO, eSIM.dog, Eskimo) | ✓ | €0.73 |
| China Unicom | 5 (ASIMGO, ConnectMeGuru, LinkeSIM, Roamify) | ✓ | €1.09 |
Guide
What is the best eSIM for China in 2026?
The best eSIM for China in 2026 depends on your trip length, data needs and budget. Compare travel eSIMs by data allowance, local network and access conditions before arriving in China. As of September 18, 2026, eSIM Deals tracks 4441 China eSIM plans from 51 providers, with paid plans starting at €0.25. Current catalog signals: the cheapest observed plan is €0.25 from AlpineSIM (98 MB, 7 days); the best tracked price/GB is €0.08/GB from eSIMzon; the cheapest unlimited plan observed starts at €0.64 from RedteaGO. Use the live comparison above to sort by lowest price, best price per GB, longest validity or unlimited data - rankings are computed from current catalog feeds, not static screenshots.
How eSIM Deals compares China eSIM plans
We ingest partner catalogs (APIs and feeds), then normalize price, data allowance, validity, 5G, hotspot and local operator labels when provided. Destination pages revalidate regularly so counts and rankings stay aligned with the tracked catalog.
For China, you can sort by:
- Lowest price - paid plans only (free trials are excluded from "from" price signals).
- Best price/GB - useful for data-heavy trips (unlimited plans excluded from this metric).
- Longest validity - relevant for longer stays or multi-stop itineraries.
- Unlimited - ranked by the cheapest observed unlimited-data plan.
How to choose the right China eSIM
- Estimate your data use: maps + messaging = light; video, calls and hotspot = heavy.
- Match validity to the trip: 7 days for a short break, 15–30 days for a typical stay; check whether validity starts at install or first connection.
- Compare total value: a low price/GB can hide short validity or restricted tethering.
- Check the partner network: China Mobile, China Unicom and China Telecom. Performance varies by local operator and the areas you visit in China.
- Confirm 5G and hotspot: helpful for streaming and tethering, but not always included.
Why use an eSIM instead of roaming in China
An eSIM installs without removing your primary SIM, can be set up before departure, and avoids variable roaming fees. Keep your usual number for SMS/OTP while using local travel data.
Local networks observed in China
Tracked plans currently list these partner operators:
- China Mobile: tracked with AdventureSIMs, AlpineSIM, CocoRoam and ConnectMeGuru (from €0.25)
- China Telecom: tracked with abesteSIM, ASIMGO, eSIM.dog and Eskimo (from €0.73)
- China Unicom: tracked with ASIMGO, ConnectMeGuru, LinkeSIM and Roamify (from €1.09)
Network labels come from provider catalogs. Always confirm the exact partner network on the plan details before purchase.
Before you buy a China eSIM
- Phone is eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked
- Provider activation, top-up and refund terms
- Fair-use rules on unlimited plans when applicable
- Partner promo codes shown on eSIM Deals, entered at merchant checkout
Use the table and sort modes above to decide for your China itinerary, then open the provider page for activation details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest China eSIM tracked by eSIM Deals on September 18, 2026 costs €0.25 from AlpineSIM for 98 MB valid for 7 days.
