eSIM Supported Phones Canada: Device Checker

Most phones store between 5 and 10 eSIM profiles but can only activate 1 or 2 at a time. iPhones before the 13 store up to 8 profiles and activate one at a time. iPhone 13 and newer run two active eSIMs without a physical SIM card. Samsung phones typically store 5 to 7 profiles. You can switch between stored HelloRoam profiles instantly without scanning a new QR code.

Dual SIM and eSIM are not the same. Dual SIM phones hold two physical SIM cards in separate slots. An eSIM is a chip built into the phone that downloads SIM profiles digitally without inserting a card. Many modern phones combine both: one physical SIM slot plus an eSIM. A dual SIM iPhone XS or newer runs one physical nano-SIM alongside an eSIM, giving you two active lines at once. HelloRoam uses the eSIM slot for travel data while your physical SIM keeps your Rogers, Bell, or Telus number active. This is the best setup for Canadian travellers who want local data abroad without missing calls on their home number.

eSIM availability depends on carrier and region. In Canada, Bell, Rogers, Telus, and Freedom Mobile all support eSIM activation on compatible phones. The CRTC requires Canadian carriers to unlock devices on request at no charge, so getting your phone ready for a HelloRoam eSIM is straightforward. HelloRoam provides its own eSIM data plans that work independently of your home carrier across 185+ countries.

The Honor 400 Lite has not been confirmed to support eSIM as of April 2026. Honor generally limits eSIM to select premium flagships sold in markets outside China. Most mid-range and budget Honor phones rely on physical SIM cards only. Before purchasing any plan, verify the exact spec sheet for your model on the Honor Canada website. The full device list on this page can help you find a compatible phone for travel.

iPhones from the XS onwards are eSIM compatible, covering every iPhone 11 through 16 model and the SE (2nd and 3rd generation). To check your specific iPhone, open Settings, then General, then About, and look for an EID number. An EID confirms eSIM hardware is present. Your iPhone must also be carrier-unlocked and running iOS 12.1 or later to install a HelloRoam eSIM.

The LG V60 ThinQ does not support eSIM. LG did not include eSIM hardware in the V60 or any other V-series phone. LG stopped making smartphones in 2021, so no software update can add eSIM. For travel data abroad, you need an iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, or another phone on the eSIM supported phones list.

Android phones with eSIM span several major brands. Compatible models include Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, Google Pixel 2 and newer, OnePlus 9 series and newer, Motorola Razr 40 and newer, and select Xiaomi, Sony, and Oppo flagships. Budget and mid-range Android phones from any brand typically lack eSIM hardware. Regional variants from China or Hong Kong often do not support eSIM even when the global model does. Always check your exact model number before buying a HelloRoam plan.

eSIM compatible devices include smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and laptops. Phones with esim include iPhone XS and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, and Google Pixel 2 and newer. Any i phone from XS onward qualifies, including every model in the 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16 series. Cellular iPads from 2018 onwards and Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 and S9 support eSIM. Apple Watch Series 3 and newer, and select Windows laptops with LTE, also include eSIM. HelloRoam supports all of these across 185+ countries.

An eSIM cannot be transferred to a new phone once installed. Your HelloRoam eSIM stays tied to the original device where you activated it. If you switch phones, contact HelloRoam support with your order number and we re-issue a new eSIM activation code for your replacement device. Keep your order confirmation email for faster service.

An eSIM replaces the physical SIM card with a digital profile stored on a chip built into your phone. A physical SIM is a removable plastic card you insert into a tray. The practical difference: an eSIM lets you add data plans by scanning a QR code, while a physical SIM requires a store visit or mail delivery. HelloRoam uses eSIM for instant activation across 185+ countries.

eSIM activation on HelloRoam takes about 2 minutes. You scan a QR code with your phone camera, your device downloads the eSIM profile, and the plan activates on its own. No store visit, no waiting for a card in the mail. eSIM activation works the same on any compatible i phone or Android phone from the list. Bell, Rogers, or Telus users can keep their home plan on the physical SIM while the HelloRoam eSIM handles data on your trip. Activate at home before you leave, so you arrive connected at your destination without searching for Wi-Fi at the airport.

Cellular iPads and Android tablets with eSIM hardware work with HelloRoam data-only plans. Compatible iPads include the iPad Pro from 2018 onwards, iPad Air from 2019 onwards, iPad mini from 2019 onwards, and the standard iPad from 2019 onwards. Wi-Fi-only models do not have cellular capability and cannot use eSIM. Confirm you have the Wi-Fi plus Cellular version before purchasing.

The Samsung Galaxy S21 supports eSIM on all three models: S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra. Samsung added eSIM starting with the S20 series, and every flagship Galaxy S since then includes it. Your S21 must be carrier-unlocked to install a third-party eSIM. Go to Settings, then About Phone, and confirm no carrier lock is active. HelloRoam eSIM works on S21 across 185+ countries.

Your carrier must unlock your phone before you can install a third-party eSIM. Contact Bell, Rogers, Telus, or Freedom Mobile and request a device unlock. Since 2017, the CRTC requires all Canadian carriers to unlock devices on request at no charge. Most carriers process the unlock within a few hours for paid-off devices. On iPhone, check Settings, then General, then About, then Carrier Lock. If it reads 'No SIM restrictions,' your phone is ready for a HelloRoam eSIM.

The Samsung Galaxy S22 supports eSIM on all variants: S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra. Samsung includes eSIM hardware in every Galaxy S flagship from the S20 onwards. Your S22 needs to be carrier-unlocked to add a HelloRoam eSIM. Go to Settings, About Phone, Status, and check for an EID number to confirm the hardware is present. S22 users can run a physical SIM and eSIM together while travelling.

Your phone shows its lock status in the settings menu. On iPhone, go to Settings, then General, then About, and scroll to Carrier Lock. If it reads 'No SIM restrictions', your phone is carrier-unlocked and ready for a HelloRoam eSIM. You can also dial *#06# to display your IMEI; an EID listed alongside the IMEI confirms eSIM hardware. On Android, go to Settings, Connections, SIM Card Manager, and look for a carrier lock indicator. If your phone is locked, contact Bell, Rogers, Telus, or Freedom Mobile and request a device unlock. Under CRTC rules, all Canadian carriers must unlock your device on request.

To check if an iPhone is unlocked, open Settings, tap General, then About, and look for Carrier Lock near the bottom of the screen. If it reads 'No SIM restrictions', your iPhone is carrier-unlocked. A second method: insert a SIM from a different carrier. If it activates, the phone is unlocked. You can also dial *#06# to view your IMEI; Apple's IMEI check tool at checkcoverage.apple.com also shows lock status. Your iPhone must be carrier-unlocked to install a HelloRoam eSIM plan.

iPhone 11 supports eSIM on all three models: iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max. Apple added eSIM to the iPhone XS and XR in 2018, and every iPhone from the 11 series onwards includes it. Your iPhone 11 needs iOS 12.1 or later and must be carrier-unlocked. The phone runs one physical nano-SIM alongside an eSIM, keeping your home number active while HelloRoam handles travel data in 185+ countries.