Apple iPhone
- iPhone XS, XS Max and XR
- iPhone 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17 series, and later
- iPhone SE (2nd generation, 2020) and later
iPhones sold in mainland China generally have no eSIM. iPhone 14 and later bought in the US have eSIM only.
Does my phone support eSIM?
Most phones from the last few years do. Here's the list, how to check yours, and what to do if it's locked. The OurByt app also checks your phone before you pay.
Phones that support eSIM
Google Pixel
- Pixel 3 and 3 XL, 3a and later
- Every Pixel 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 model, and later
A few early Pixel 3 models sold in some countries or by some carriers have eSIM turned off.
Samsung Galaxy
- Galaxy S20 and later
- Galaxy Note 20 and later
- Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip series
- Recent Galaxy A models, such as the A35, A54 and A55
Support depends on the country and carrier the phone was sold for, so some models in a series lack eSIM.
Other Android phones
- Recent Motorola, OnePlus, Xiaomi, Oppo, Sony and Nothing phones
- Check with the steps below, or let the OurByt app check for you
Android makers vary eSIM support by model and region more than Apple and Google do.
This list covers the most common phones and is a guide, not a guarantee. The phone must also not be locked to a carrier.
Checking your phone
How do I check if my phone supports eSIM?
The quickest way is the OurByt app, which checks your phone before you pay. On iPhone you can also look in Settings, then Mobile Data or Cellular, for an Add eSIM option. On most Android phones, dialling *#06# shows an EID number if the phone has an eSIM.
My phone supports eSIM but the plan will not install. Why?
The phone may be locked to a carrier. On iPhone, Settings, General, About, Carrier Lock should say No SIM restrictions. On Android, ask your carrier. Once the phone is unlocked, install the plan again.
Can I keep my normal SIM in the phone?
Yes. Your home SIM, physical or eSIM, stays on for calls and texts while the OurByt eSIM handles data. Most eSIM phones hold several eSIMs and use two lines at once.
My phone does not support eSIM. Can I still use OurByt?
Yes. Calls, numbers and texts in OurByt work on any phone with the app over Wi-Fi or data. You can also buy a data plan and install it on another eSIM phone with the QR code.
Let the app check for you
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