eSIM makes life easier—no need for physical SIMs, quick carrier setup, and flexible plans. But compatibility varies by brand, model, region, and carrier lock status.
This guide breaks it down by brand, lists every supported device, flags exceptions, and points out which versions don’t work with eSIM. It's designed to help you instantly check if your phone can make the switch.
eSIM‑compatible iPhone
iPhone XS, XS Max, XR
iPhone 11 / 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max
iPhone SE (2020), SE (2022)
iPhone 12 mini / 12 / 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max
iPhone 13 mini / 13 / 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max
iPhone 14 / 14 Plus / 14 Pro / 14 Pro Max
iPhone 15 / 15 Plus / 15 Pro / 15 Pro Max
iPhone 16 / 16 Plus / 16 Pro / 16 Pro Max / 16e
Special cases:
iPhone 13/14 series supports dual‑eSIM simultaneously.
US models of iPhone 14/15 no longer include a physical SIM slot.
Devices from mainland China, Hong Kong, or Macau (except for iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone SE 2020, and iPhone XS) do not support eSIM.
iPad Models with eSIM Support
iPads with cellular capability support eSIM if they are one of the following models:
iPad Pro 11-inch (1st to 6th gen)
iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd to 6th gen)
iPad Air (3rd gen – 2019)
iPad Air (4th gen – 2020)
iPad Air (5th gen – 2022)
iPad (7th to 10th gen)
iPad mini (5th gen – 2019)
iPad mini (6th gen – 2021)
Note: Only iPad models with Wi-Fi + Cellular support eSIM; Wi-Fi–only models do not support it. Also, iPads do not support hotspot sharing.
How it works: iPads use eSIM via either scanning a QR code, using a carrier app, or choosing a plan directly in Settings > Cellular Data.
eSIM‑compatible Apple Watch
Apple Watches with Cellular models come with eSIM functionality pre-installed. You do not insert anything physically—activation is done through your iPhone and mobile plan.
Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS + Cellular)
Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular)
Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS + Cellular)
Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS + Cellular)
Apple Watch Series 7 (GPS + Cellular)
Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS + Cellular)
Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS + Cellular)
Apple Watch Ultra, Ultra 2
Apple Watch SE (1st and 2nd gen – GPS + Cellular)
Carrier requirement: The Apple Watch must be on the same carrier as the iPhone for eSIM to function. Most major global carriers support this pairing.
eSIM‑compatible Mac
As of 2025, no Mac computers (MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini, or Mac Studio) natively support eSIM. All MacBooks rely on Wi‑Fi or external tethering for mobile data.
eSIM‑compatible Samsung
Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra (except S20 models in S. Korea)
S21 / S21+ / S21 Ultra
S22 / S22+ / S22 Ultra
S23 / S23+ / S23 Ultra / S23 FE
S24 / S24+ / S24 Ultra
S25 / S25+ / S25 Ultra / S25 Edge
Galaxy Note 20 / Note 20 Ultra
Galaxy Z Fold / Fold2 / Fold3 / Fold4 / Fold5 / Fold6
Galaxy Z Flip / Flip3 / Flip4 / Flip5 / Flip6
Galaxy A35 / A36 / A40 / A54 / A55 / A56
Special notes:
The following Samsung Galaxy devices lack eSIM support:
All models released for China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan markets.
Every Galaxy FE (Fan Edition) device, except the Galaxy S23 FE and S24 FE.
U.S. versions of the Galaxy S20, S21*, and Note 20 Ultra.
In South Korea, most Samsung Galaxy phones do not offer eSIM functionality, with the exception of the Galaxy S24, S23, Z Fold 5, Z Fold 4, Z Flip 5, Z Flip 4, and A54 5G models.
Please note that eSIM availability depends on the device’s country of purchase. Verify whether your specific model supports eSIM in your region before use.
eSIM‑compatible Samsung Tablets
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 / S7+ / S7 FE
Galaxy Tab S8 / S8+ / S8 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S9 / S9+ / S9 Ultra
Galaxy Tab Active3 / Active4 Pro
Galaxy Tab A7 Lite LTE (some regions)
Note: Most Samsung tablets with LTE or 5G versions released since 2020 include eSIM support, but availability depends on region and carrier.
eSIM‑compatible Samsung Computers
Samsung Galaxy Book Pro 360 (LTE/5G models)
Galaxy Book2 Pro 360 (LTE/5G models)
Galaxy Book3 Ultra (LTE/5G models)
Note: eSIM support in Samsung laptops is primarily on LTE/5G models designed for mobile connectivity. Check device specs before purchase.
eSIM‑compatible Samsung Smartwatches
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 (LTE version)
Galaxy Watch3 (LTE version)
Galaxy Watch4 / Watch4 Classic (LTE version)
Galaxy Watch5 / Watch5 Pro (LTE version)
Galaxy Watch6 / Watch6 Classic (LTE version)
Galaxy Watch7 / Watch7 Classic (LTE version)
Galaxy Watch8 / Watch8 Classic (LTE version)
Galaxy Watch9 / Watch9 Classic (LTE version)
Note: LTE smartwatch models come with embedded eSIM allowing independent cellular connectivity without a paired phone.
eSIM‑compatible Google Pixel
Pixel 2 (only phones bought with Google Fi service)
Pixel 2 XL
Pixel 3 / 3 XL / 3a / 3a XL
Pixel 4 / 4 XL / 4a (5G)
Pixel 5 / 5a
Pixel 6 / 6a / 6 Pro
Pixel 7 / 7a / 7 Pro
Pixel 8 / 8a / 8 Pro
Pixel 9 / 9 Pro / 9 Pro XL / 9 Pro Fold
Pixel Fold
Special notes:
The following Google Pixel devices do not have eSIM functionality:
Pixel 3 models manufactured in Australia, Taiwan, and Japan, as well as those purchased from carriers in the U.S. or Canada other than Sprint and Google Fi.
Pixel 3a models purchased in Southeast Asia and Japan that are configured with Verizon service.
All Google Pixel phones sold in Hong Kong.
eSIM compatible Huawei
Huawei P40 / P40 Pro
Huawei Mate 40 Pro
Huawei Pura 70 Pro
Special notes:
Huawei P40 Pro+ and P50 Pro do not support eSIM.
All Huawei devices purchased in China do not support eSIM.
eSIM compatible Honor
Honor Magic 4 Pro / 5 Pro / 6 Pro / 6 Pro RSR / 7 Pro / 7 Lite
Honor 90 / 200 / 200 Pro / 400 Lite
Honor X8 / Magic V2 / Magic V3
eSIM compatible Oppo
Oppo Find X3 / X3 Pro
Find X5 / X5 Pro
Find X8 / X8 Pro
Find N2 Flip / Find N3 / Find N3 Flip
Reno 5A / Reno 6 Pro 5G / Reno 9A
A55s 5G
Special notes:
The OPPO Lite series do not support eSIM. Regional feature availability may vary (e.g., Japan, Australia carriers).
eSIM compatible Sony
Xperia 10 III Lite / 10 IV / 10V
Xperia 1 IV / 1 V / 1 VI
Xperia 5 IV / 5 V
Xperia Ace III
eSIM compatible Xiaomi
Xiaomi 12T Pro
Xiaomi 13 / 13 Lite / 13 Pro / 13T / 13T Pro
Xiaomi 14 / 14 Pro / 14T / 14T Pro
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+, 14 Pro, 14 Pro+
Poco X7, 15, 15 Ultra
Special notes:
The 12T (non‑Pro) does not support eSIM.
eSIM compatible Motorola
Razr 2019 / 2022 / 5G / Razr 40 / 40 Ultra / Razr+ / Razr+ 2024
Edge 2022 / Edge 2023 / Edge+ 2023 / Edge 40 / Edge 40 Pro / Edge 40 Neo / Edge 50 Pro / Edge 50 Ultra / Edge 50 Fusion
G‑series (Motorola G Power 5G 2024, G52J 5G, G52J 5G II, G53J 5G, Moto G54 5G, Moto G53, Moto G54, G84, G34, G Stylus 5G 2024)
eSIM compatible Sharp
AQUOS sense4 lite / sense6s / sense7 / sense7plus
AQUOS Wish / Wish2 / Wish3
AQUOS zero 6
AQUOS R7 / R8 / R8 Pro
Simple Sumaho6
eSIM compatible Rakuten
Rakuten Mini
Rakuten Big / Big‑S
Rakuten Hand / Hand 5G
eSIM compatible Vivo
Vivo X80 Pro / X90 Pro / X100 Pro
Vivo V29 / V29 Lite / V29 Lite 5G (Europe only)
Vivo V40 / V40 lite / V40 SE / X200 / X200s / X200 Pro
eSIM compatible ONEPLUS
OnePlus 13
OnePlus 13R
OnePlus 12
OnePlus 11
OnePlus Open
Other notable eSIM‑enabled devices
A broad range of Android and niche devices support eSIM:
Gemini PDA, Fairphone 4/5, DOOGEE V30
Nokia XR21 / X30 / G60 5G
OUKITEL WP30/33 Pro, ZTE Nubia Flip, TLC 50 5G
Asus ROG Phone 9/9 Pro, Zenfone 12 Ultra
Realme 14 Pro+, Realme GT 7, Nothing Phone 3a Pro
HAMMER Blade 3 / 5G, Explorer PRO
How Do You Check if Your Device Is Compatible With eSIM?
Even with detailed lists like this, it’s smart to verify on your device directly. Here’s how to check:
For iPhone:
Go to Settings > Cellular or Settings > Mobile Data.
If you see “Add eSIM” or “Add Cellular Plan,” your device supports eSIM.
For Android (Pixel/Samsung/others):
Go to Settings > Connections > SIM Manager or Network & Internet > SIMs.
Look for an option to “Add eSIM,” “Download SIM,” or “Add mobile plan.”
Alternatively:
Dial *#06# on your device. If you see an EID number (Embedded Identity Document), it means your device has eSIM capability.
Check the manufacturer’s official website or support documentation using your exact model number.
How to Unlock Your Device
To use an eSIM from a different carrier, your phone must be unlocked. A locked phone can only use eSIMs from the original carrier.
To check if your phone is locked:
iPhone:
Go to Settings > General > About
Scroll to Carrier Lock
If it says “No SIM restrictions”, your iPhone is unlocked.
Android:
Insert a SIM or eSIM profile from another carrier.
If you get a message like “SIM not supported” or “Enter unlock code”, your device is locked.
To unlock your phone:
Contact your current carrier and request an unlock.
Requirements often include: No outstanding balance and phone has been active for a certain period (e.g., 60-90 days)
After approval, your phone is either unlocked remotely or you’ll receive an unlock code (Android).
Unlocking is free in many regions if your device meets eligibility requirements.
FAQ
1. How many eSIMs can I store?
iPhones usually hold 5–10 inactive profiles, Android about 5–7; activation limits depend on model.
2. Do I need an unlocked phone?
Yes—if locked, eSIM may be restricted to one carrier.
3. Can I switch carriers easily?
Yes—scan a QR code or download a carrier profile directly.
Conclusion
That’s your comprehensive, brand‑by‑brand guide to eSIM compatibility in 2025. Always double‑check your device’s region and carrier‑locked status, as those factors heavily affect support even on compatible models.
With this list, identifying eSIM capability is fast and hassle‑free. Enjoy the simplicity!