Apple iPhone eSIM Compatibility List

Apple pioneered consumer eSIM technology starting in 2018. All modern iPhones support digital eSIM profiles:

Series Supported Models Regional Notes
iPhone 16 / 15 / 14 Series All models (Standard, Plus, Pro, Pro Max) US models are 100% eSIM-only (no physical SIM tray).
iPhone 13 / 12 Series All models (Mini, Standard, Pro, Pro Max) Supports dual active eSIMs simultaneously.
iPhone 11 / XS / XR / SE iPhone 11, Pro, Pro Max, XS, XS Max, XR, SE (2nd & 3rd gen) Supports 1 eSIM profile alongside physical Nano-SIM.

Regional Exception:

iPhones purchased in Mainland China, Hong Kong, or Macao generally feature dual physical Nano-SIM slots and do NOT support eSIM (except select iPhone 13 mini and iPhone SE models).

Samsung Galaxy eSIM Compatibility List

Samsung supports eSIM across flagship Galaxy S series, Z Fold/Flip foldables, and select A-series devices:

Series Supported Models
Samsung Galaxy S Series S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, S22, S21, S20 (most regional variants)
Samsung Galaxy Z Series Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, Z Fold 5, Z Flip 5, Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, Z Fold 3, Z Flip 3, Z Fold 2
Samsung Galaxy A / Note Series Galaxy A55 5G, A54 5G, A35 5G, Note 20, Note 20 Ultra

Google Pixel eSIM Compatibility List

Google Pixel devices from Pixel 3 to the latest Pixel 9 lineup feature robust built-in eSIM capability.

  • Google Pixel 9 / 8 / 7 / 6 Series: Full Dual SIM Dual Standby (DSDS) and instant QR activation.
  • Google Pixel 5 / 4 / 3a / 3: eSIM supported (excluding select US carrier-locked Pixel 3 versions).

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Step-by-Step Settings Inspection Guide

Settings Menu Check:

On iPhone (iOS):

Go to Settings > Cellular (or Mobile Data) > Look for "Add eSIM" or "Add Cellular Plan".

On Android (Samsung / Pixel):

Go to Settings > Connections > SIM Manager > Look for "Add eSIM" or "Download SIM".

What to Do After Confirming Compatibility?

Once verified, visit our eSIM installation guide to learn how to scan your QR code and set up data in under 2 minutes.

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