Most modern smartphones and devices can store multiple eSIM profiles, but the number of eSIMs you can have active (i.e., connected to a network) at the same time varies significantly by device model and sometimes its software version.

Generally, you can purchase and install several GitSim eSIM profiles on a single compatible device, making it easy to switch between different data plans or regional eSIMs as needed. However, only a certain number can be used for a data connection concurrently.

Understanding stored vs. active eSIMs

It's important to distinguish between:

• Stored eSIMs: These are eSIM profiles that you have downloaded and installed on your device. You can switch between these stored profiles, but only the active ones are currently using network services.
• Active eSIMs: These are the eSIMs currently enabled and connected to a network, allowing you to use their data allowance.

eSIM capabilities by device type

Here's a general guide to how many eSIMs you can typically use:

iPhones

Apple iPhones have varying capabilities based on the model:

• iPhone 13 models and newer (e.g., iPhone 13, 14, 15 series): These devices can typically have two eSIMs active simultaneously. They can also store eight or more eSIM profiles. This allows for Dual SIM functionality using two eSIMs, or one eSIM and one physical SIM (if the model has a physical SIM tray).
• Older iPhone models (e.g., iPhone XS, XR, 11, 12 series): These models can store multiple eSIM profiles (often up to 20), but generally only one eSIM can be active at a time alongside a physical SIM.

Samsung Galaxy devices

The number of active eSIMs on Samsung Galaxy devices also depends on the model:

• Newer flagship models (e.g., Galaxy S24 series and later): These devices often support two active eSIMs simultaneously. They can also store multiple eSIM profiles (some up to 20). This allows for flexible Dual SIM configurations.
• Older flagship models (e.g., Galaxy S23 series and earlier) and Galaxy A series: These devices can usually store multiple eSIM profiles, but typically only one eSIM can be active at a time. They often support a physical SIM and one active eSIM for Dual SIM functionality.

Google Pixel devices

Google Pixel phones have evolved in their eSIM support:

• Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, and newer models (e.g., Pixel 8, Pixel Fold series): These devices support two active eSIMs simultaneously, thanks to the Multiple Enabled Profiles (MEP) feature introduced with Android 13. They can also store several eSIM profiles. You can use two eSIMs, or one eSIM and one physical SIM.
• Pixel 6 and earlier models: These devices can store multiple eSIM profiles, but only one eSIM can be active at any given time.

Other Android devices

For most other Android devices that support eSIM technology:

• Storage: Most allow you to store several eSIM profiles (commonly 5-7, but this varies).
• Active: Typically, only one eSIM can be active at a time. You can switch between your stored GitSim profiles as needed.
• Dual SIM with Physical SIM: Many Android phones support using one physical SIM and one eSIM simultaneously for Dual SIM capabilities.
• Dual Active eSIMs: Support for two simultaneously active eSIMs is less common but appearing on newer high-end models, often tied to features like Android's Multiple Enabled Profiles (MEP).

Remember that to use any GitSim eSIM, your device must first be eSIM compatible. You can then install the eSIM following our device-specific guides.