eSIM technology (embedded SIM) allows you to activate a cellular data plan without needing a physical SIM card. To use an eSIM, your device must meet two fundamental requirements:
Be compatible with eSIM technology (check the list below).
Be carrier unlocked (not tied to a specific mobile operator).
⚠️ Regional Warning: Most devices purchased in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macao DO NOT have eSIM capabilities (they use two physical SIM slots), even for high-end models like iPhone 17 or Galaxy S25. Always check your device settings.
How to Check if Your Device Supports eSIM
For iPhone:
Go to Settings > General > About and look for an EID number. If a 32-digit EID number is present, your device supports eSIM.
For Android:
Go to Settings > Network & Internet > SIM cards (or Mobile Network) and check if there’s an option to "Add Mobile Plan" or "Add eSIM".
📱 Apple (iPhone & iPad)
✅ iPhones with eSIM support
iPhone 17 Series (2025): iPhone 17, 17 Air, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max.
iPhone 16 Series: iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max, 16e.
iPhone 15 Series: iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max.
iPhone 14 Series: iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max.
iPhone 13 Series: iPhone 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max.
iPhone 12 Series: iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max.
iPhone 11 Series: iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max.
iPhone SE: SE (2nd Gen – 2020), SE (3rd Gen – 2022).
Older Models: iPhone XS, XS Max, XR.
🚫 iPhones that DO NOT support eSIM:
All models purchased in Mainland China (Except: iPhone 17 Air).
Models from Hong Kong and Macao (Except: iPhone XS, 12 Mini, 13 Mini, and SE 2020).
✅ iPads with eSIM support
iPad Pro (WiFi + Cellular): 11" (3rd-4th Gen), 12.9" (3rd-6th Gen), M4 models.
iPad Air (WiFi + Cellular): 3rd, 4th, 5th Gen, and M2 models.
iPad (WiFi + Cellular): 8th Gen, 9th Gen, 10th Gen.
iPad Mini (WiFi + Cellular): 5th Gen, 6th Gen, 7th Gen.
📱 Samsung Galaxy
✅ Galaxy S Series
S25 Series: S25, S25+, S25 Ultra, S25 Edge.
S24 Series: S24, S24+, S24 Ultra.
S23 Series: S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, S23 FE.
S22 Series: S22, S22+, S22 Ultra.
S21 Series: S21, S21+, S21 Ultra.
S20 Series: S20, S20+, S20 Ultra.
✅ Galaxy Z Series (Foldables)
Z Fold: Fold, Z Fold2, Z Fold3, Z Fold4, Z Fold5, Z Fold7.
Z Flip: Z Flip, Z Flip3, Z Flip4, Z Flip5, Z Flip7 FE.
✅ Galaxy Note & A Series
Note Series: Note20, Note20 Ultra.
A Series: A54 5G, A55, A56, A35, A36.
Others: Galaxy XCover7, XCover7 Pro.
🚫 Samsung devices that DO NOT support eSIM:
All Samsung devices from China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.
Most models from South Korea (except the latest flagships listed above).
US Carrier variants of S20, S21, and Note20 Ultra often have eSIM disabled.
Most older "Fan Edition" models (except S23 FE/S24 FE).
📱 Google Pixel
✅ eSIM-Compatible Models
Pixel 10 Series (2025): Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL.
Pixel 9 Series: 9, 9a, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold.
Pixel 8 Series: 8, 8 Pro, 8a.
Pixel 7 Series: 7, 7a, 7 Pro.
Pixel 6 Series: 6, 6a, 6 Pro.
Pixel 5 Series: 5, 5a 5G.
Pixel 4 Series: 4, 4 XL, 4a, 4a 5G.
Pixel 3 Series: 3, 3a, 3 XL, 3a XL.
Foldables: Pixel Fold.
🚫 Incompatible Pixel Models:
Pixel 3 devices from Australia, Taiwan, and Japan.
Pixel 3a devices purchased with Verizon or in Southeast Asia.
📱 Xiaomi & Redmi
✅ eSIM-Compatible Models
Xiaomi 15 Series: Xiaomi 15, 15 Ultra.
Xiaomi 14 Series: 14, 14T, 14T Pro, 14 Pro.
Xiaomi 13 Series: 13, 13 Lite, 13 Pro, 13T, 13T Pro.
Xiaomi 12 Series: 12T Pro.
Redmi Note Series: Note 11 Pro 5G, Note 13 Pro, Note 14 Pro, Note 14 Pro+, Note 14 Pro 5G.
📱 Motorola
✅ Compatible Devices
Razr Series: Razr 2019, Razr 5G, Razr 2022, Razr 40 Ultra, Razr 2025.
Edge Series: Edge+ (2022/2023), Edge 40, Edge 40 Pro, Edge 40 Neo.
G Series: Moto G53, G54, G53y 5G, Moto G (2023).
📱 Other Brands
Huawei
Compatible: P40, P40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro.
🚫 Not Compatible: P40 Pro+ and all models from China.
Oppo
Find Series: Find X3 Pro, X5, X5 Pro, N2 Flip, N5.
Reno Series: Reno 5A, 6 Pro 5G, 9A, 14, 14 Pro.
A Series: A55s 5G, A77.
Sony Xperia
Xperia 1 IV, 1 V, 1 VII, 5 IV, 10 IV, 10 III Lite, Ace III.
OnePlus
OnePlus 11, 12, 13R, 13T, Open.
Vivo
X90 Pro, V29, V29 Lite 5G, X100 Pro, X200, X200 Pro, X200s, V40, V50.
Honor
Magic4 Pro, Magic5 Pro, Honor 90.
Additional Brands
Microsoft: Surface Duo, Duo 2, Surface Pro 9 (5G).
Nokia: XR21, X30 5G, G60 5G.
Fairphone: Fairphone 4.
Rakuten: BIG, BIG S, Mini, Hand, Hand5G.
Sharp: AQUOS sense4 lite, sense6, sense7, zero6, R7, wish, wish2, wish5.
HAMMER: Explorer PRO, Blade 3, Blade 5G, Construction.
DOOGEE: V30.
Realme: GT 7, 14 Pro+, RMX5070.
ZTE: A103ZT, A202ZT, ZR01.
⌚ Smartwatches (Wearables)
Samsung: Galaxy Watch4, Watch4 Classic (LTE versions).
Oppo: OPPO Watch.
Others: Fossil Gen 5 LTE, Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 3 LTE, Montblanc Summit 2+.
Note: Apple Watch Series 3 and later also support eSIM, but carrier support for wearables varies heavily.
Need More Help?
If your device isn’t listed, check your phone settings as explained above. You can also reach out to Vuoly’s customer support team for help verifying your device.