Is your device eSIM compatible?

07.18.24 - 3 min read

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How to Check if Your iPhone or Android Device is eSIM Compatible

With the growing popularity of eSIM technology, many people are curious if their smartphones support this feature. An eSIM (embedded SIM) allows you to activate a cellular plan from your carrier without using a physical SIM card. Here's how you can check if your iPhone or Android device is eSIM compatible.

For iPhone Users:

Checking if your iPhone is eSIM compatible is fairly straightforward. The following iPhone models are eSIM compatible:

  • iPhone SE 2nd (2020) and 3rd generation (2022)
  • iPhone XS
  • iPhone XS Max
  • iPhone XR
  • iPhone 11 series
  • iPhone 12 series
  • iPhone 13 series
  • iPhone 14 series
  • iPhone 15 series

However, there are some countries or regions that may release models without eSIM capability. To confirm, check your iPhone’s model number, which can be found in Settings → General → About → Model Number. Tap the Model Number until it changes to the “AXXXX” format. Then, confirm that your Model Number does not match any of the “China mainland, Hong Kong, and Macao” Model Numbers listed .

Additionally, you must check if your phone is carrier locked. To do so, open Settings → General → About → Carrier Lock. If the Carrier Lock section says “No SIM restriction”, your iPhone is unlocked and supports eSIM.

For Android Users:

Checking if your Android is eSIM compatible is a bit trickier, and depends on your particular device. The following Android devices are eSIM compatible:

Crosscall

  • Stellar X5

Doogee

  • Doogee v30

Fairphone

  • Fairphone 4
  • Fairphone 5

Gemini

  • Gemini PDA

Google

  • Google Pixel 8 Pro
  • Google Pixel 8
  • Google Pixel Fold
  • Google Pixel 7a
  • Google Pixel 7 Pro
  • Google Pixel 7
  • Google Pixel 6 Pro
  • Google Pixel 6
  • Google Pixel 6a
  • Google Pixel 5
  • Google Pixel 4
  • Google Pixel 4a
  • Google Pixel 4 XL

Hammer

  • Hammer Explorer PRO
  • Hammer Blade 3
  • Hammer Blade 5G

Honor

  • HONOR Magic 4 Pro
  • HONOR Magic 5 pro

Motorola

  • Motorola Razr
  • Motorola Razr 5G
  • Motorola RAZR 40
  • Motorola RAZR 40 Ultra
  • Motorola EDGE 40 Pro
  • Motorola G53 5G
  • Motorola G52J 5G
  • Motorola G53J 5G

Nokia

  • Nokia G60 5G
  • Nokia X30 5G
  • Nokia XR21

Nuu

  • X5

OnePlus

  • OnePlus 11 5G
  • OnePlus 12 5G

Oppo

  • Oppo Find N2 Flip
  • Oppo Find X3 Pro
  • Oppo Find X5
  • Oppo Find X5 Pro
  • Oppo Reno 5 A
  • Oppo A55s 5G
  • Oppo Reno6 Pro 5G

Rakuten

  • Rakuten Hand 5G
  • Rakuten Mini
  • Rakuten Big‑S
  • Rakuten Big

Samsung

  • Samsung Galaxy S24
  • Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
  • Samsung Galaxy S24+
  • Samsung Galaxy A54 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy Fold
  • Samsung Galaxy Note20
  • Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra
  • Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
  • Samsung Galaxy S23
  • Samsung Galaxy S23+
  • Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
  • Samsung Galaxy S22
  • Samsung Galaxy S22+
  • Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
  • Samsung Galaxy S21 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy S21+ 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy S20
  • Samsung Galaxy S20+
  • Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G Fold
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S9
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+

Sharp

  • Aquos Sense 4 lite
  • Aquos Sense 7
  • Aquos R8 Pro

Sony

  • Xperia 10 III Lite
  • Xperia 1 IV
  • Xperia 5 IV
  • Xperia 10 IV
  • Xperia 1 V
  • Xperia 5 V
  • Xperia 10 V

Surface

  • Surface Duo

Even if your device is listed as eSIM capable above, there are some cases in which it may still not support eSIM technology. Each device has its own way of confirming. You can likely confirm by visiting your device Settings → Network/Internet/Connections (or a similarly labeled section) → SIM/SIM Manager (or a similarly labeled section). If you see an option to add an eSIM or download a SIM, your phone is likely eSIM compatible.

Additionally, you can try dialing *#06#, and pressing the call button. If your device is eSIM compatible, you should be able to view your device’s eSIM unique identification number (EID). Physical SIM devices will not have an EID number, so if there is no number displayed, your phone is not eSIM compatible.

Finally, your device must also be carrier-unlocked to use an eSIM. This allows you to use multiple SIM and/or eSIMS from different carriers. There are a few different ways to check if your phone is carrier unlocked. First, locate your phone’s IMEI number. You should be able to see it by dialing *#06#, or in your phone’s Setting→ About Phone. Next, visit an online IMEI checker and enter your phone’s IMEI number to confirm that your device is unlocked.

Remember, the best way to completely confirm if your phone is eSIM compatible is still with your device manufacturer, vendor, or primary carrier.

In general, Cape requires customers to have an eSIM compatible, unlocked device to use our service. In certain cases, we can support physical SIMs. Reach out to us at for more information.

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