China eSIM compared
How buying on esimforchina.com compares with an airport counter or home-carrier roaming.
| This site | Airport SIM | Roaming | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Where you buy | On this site, before the trip | SIM counter after baggage claim | Your home carrier’s daily pass |
| Airport arrival | QR ready in your email | Queue at the counter | Works if the pass is on, often pricey |
| Hotspot | Included | Ask the counter | Often blocked or capped |
| Phone number | Data only, no number | Local number included | Your usual number |