Device Intelligence
Comprehensive compatibility reference for all major eSIM-capable devices. Updated for 2025.
Apple pioneered consumer eSIM with the iPhone XS in 2018. iPhone 14 US models became the first eSIM-only flagship. International models retain physical SIM slots.
| Model | Year | eSIM | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 16 Series | 2024 | Supported | Dual eSIM + physical (intl) |
| iPhone 15 Series | 2023 | Supported | Dual eSIM + physical (intl) |
| iPhone 14 Series | 2022 | Supported | eSIM-only (US models) |
| iPhone 13 Series | 2021 | Supported | Dual SIM (nano + eSIM) |
| iPhone 12 Series | 2020 | Supported | Dual SIM (nano + eSIM) |
| iPhone XS / XR | 2018 | Supported | First eSIM iPhones |
Samsung introduced eSIM with the Galaxy S20 series in 2020. Note that some market variants may lack eSIM support.
| Model | Year | eSIM | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S25 Series | 2025 | Supported | Dual SIM + eSIM |
| Galaxy S24 Series | 2024 | Supported | Dual SIM + eSIM |
| Galaxy Z Fold/Flip | 2020+ | Supported | All foldable models |
| Galaxy S20 Series | 2020 | Supported | First Samsung eSIM |