eSIM Guides
Short, practical explainers on buying, installing and using a travel eSIM. When you are ready to compare actual plans, start from a destination.
How does an eSIM work?
What the embedded chip is, how profiles are downloaded, QR code vs manual install.
eSIM compatible phones
Which iPhone, Pixel, Galaxy and other models support eSIM, per manufacturer specs.
Install an eSIM on iPhone
Step-by-step through Settings, Cellular, Add eSIM and line selection.
Install an eSIM on Android
Step-by-step for Pixel, Samsung and other Android phones.
Can you activate an eSIM without WiFi?
What actually needs a connection, and what to do before you fly.
Is an eSIM safe?
How eSIM security compares with a physical SIM, including SIM-swap risk.
Data-only vs calls & SMS
The difference, and how to tell which type a plan in our catalogue is.
Comparing providers instead? Best eSIM providers, cheapest eSIM plans and aloSIM vs Yesim.