Which Phones Support eSIM? The Complete 2026 Compatibility List

Is Your Phone eSIM Ready?

Before purchasing an eSIM, the first thing you need to know is whether your device supports it. The good news: if you bought a mid-range or flagship phone in the last 3–4 years, there's a very high chance it does.

Here's a complete, updated list of every device that supports eSIM in 2026.

Quick Check: Does My Phone Support eSIM?

The fastest way to check:

iPhone: Go to Settings → Cellular → If you see "Add eSIM" or "Set Up Cellular Plan," you're good
Android: Go to Settings → Connections → SIM manager → If you see "Add eSIM," you're supported
Alternative: Dial *#06# — if you see an EID number, your device has eSIM capability

Important

Your device must be carrier-unlocked to use a third-party eSIM. If you bought your phone through a carrier on a payment plan, it may be locked. Contact your carrier to confirm before purchasing.

Apple Devices

iPhone

| Model | eSIM Support | | ----------------------------------------- | ------------------------------- | | iPhone 17 / 17 Pro / 17 Pro Max | ✅ Yes (eSIM only in US) | | iPhone 16 / 16 Plus / 16 Pro / 16 Pro Max | ✅ Yes | | iPhone 15 / 15 Plus / 15 Pro / 15 Pro Max | ✅ Yes | | iPhone 14 / 14 Plus / 14 Pro / 14 Pro Max | ✅ Yes (eSIM only in US models) | | iPhone 13 / 13 mini / 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max | ✅ Yes | | iPhone 12 / 12 mini / 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max | ✅ Yes | | iPhone 11 / 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max | ✅ Yes | | iPhone XS / XS Max / XR | ✅ Yes | | iPhone SE (2nd, 3rd gen) | ✅ Yes | | iPhone X and earlier | ❌ No |

iPad

| Model | eSIM Support | | --------------------------------------- | ------------ | | iPad Pro (all models with cellular) | ✅ Yes | | iPad Air (3rd gen and later, cellular) | ✅ Yes | | iPad (7th gen and later, cellular) | ✅ Yes | | iPad mini (5th gen and later, cellular) | ✅ Yes |

Apple Watch

All Apple Watch models with cellular (Series 3 and later) support eSIM.

Samsung Devices

| Model | eSIM Support | | -------------------------------------- | ------------ | | Galaxy S25 / S25+ / S25 Ultra | ✅ Yes | | Galaxy S24 / S24+ / S24 Ultra | ✅ Yes | | Galaxy S23 / S23+ / S23 Ultra | ✅ Yes | | Galaxy S22 / S22+ / S22 Ultra | ✅ Yes | | Galaxy S21 / S21+ / S21 Ultra / S21 FE | ✅ Yes | | Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra | ✅ Yes | | Galaxy Z Fold 6 / 5 / 4 / 3 | ✅ Yes | | Galaxy Z Flip 6 / 5 / 4 / 3 | ✅ Yes | | Galaxy Note 20 / 20 Ultra | ✅ Yes |

Did You Know?

Samsung eSIM support varies by region. Some models sold in certain countries may not have eSIM enabled. Always check your specific model's settings before purchasing.

Google Pixel

| Model | eSIM Support | | ---------------------------- | ------------ | | Pixel 10 / 10 Pro | ✅ Yes | | Pixel 9 / 9 Pro / 9 Pro Fold | ✅ Yes | | Pixel 8 / 8a / 8 Pro | ✅ Yes | | Pixel 7 / 7a / 7 Pro | ✅ Yes | | Pixel 6 / 6a / 6 Pro | ✅ Yes | | Pixel 5 / 5a | ✅ Yes | | Pixel 4 / 4a / 4a 5G / 4 XL | ✅ Yes | | Pixel 3 / 3a / 3 XL / 3a XL | ✅ Yes | | Pixel Fold | ✅ Yes |

Other Manufacturers

| Brand | Models with eSIM | | ------------ | -------------------------------------------- | | Motorola | Razr (2023/2024), Edge 40/50 series | | OnePlus | OnePlus 11, 12, 13 | | Nothing | Phone 2, Phone 3 | | Xiaomi | Xiaomi 13, 14, 15 series | | Oppo | Find X3/X5/X8, Reno 13/14/15 | | Sony | Xperia 1 V/VI, Xperia 5 V/VI, Xperia 10 V/VI | | Huawei | P40/P50 Pro (limited availability) |

What If My Phone Isn't Listed?

If your device isn't on this list, it likely doesn't support eSIM. Your options:

Check for software updates — some manufacturers enable eSIM via firmware updates
Use a physical SIM — traditional prepaid SIM cards still work everywhere
Upgrade your device — most phones released after 2022 support eSIM

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use eSIM and a physical SIM at the same time? Yes! This is called Dual SIM and it's one of eSIM's best features. Use your physical SIM for calls and your eSIM for travel data.

Do I need to contact my carrier to use eSIM? Not for a travel eSIM like ours. You only need to ensure your phone is carrier-unlocked. The eSIM itself is independent of your home carrier.

Can I transfer my eSIM to a new phone? Most eSIM profiles can be re-downloaded on a new device. Contact us with your order details and we'll help you transfer.

✨ Key Takeaway

Over 95% of smartphones released since 2022 support eSIM. If you have an iPhone XS or later, Samsung Galaxy S20 or later, or Google Pixel 3 or later — you're ready to go. Just make sure your device is carrier-unlocked first.