How Many eSIMs Can You Store on a Smartphone: Limits for All Devices

📱 What is eSIM and why store multiple

eSIM — an embedded SIM card without a physical slot. It allows you to store multiple operator profiles and switch between them without replacing the card. Convenient for travel, working with two numbers, or changing your plan.

📋 Device limits — step by step

1. iPhone 13–16: stores up to 8 eSIM, up to 2 active simultaneously.
2. iPhone XS — iPhone 12: stores up to 5 eSIM, only 1 active at a time.
3. Samsung Galaxy S23/S24: stores up to 10 eSIM, up to 2 active simultaneously.
4. Google Pixel 7/8/9: stores up to 10 eSIM, up to 2 active simultaneously.
5. Other Android devices: usually 2–4 eSIM in storage, 1–2 active — check your device settings.
6. To check current profiles, open: Settings → Cellular / SIM cards.
7. Unused profiles can be disabled, but not always deleted — depends on the operator.

⚠️ Common user mistakes

• Trying to install eSIM beyond the limit — the device refuses without explanation.
• Confusing "store" and "activate": you can store more, but fewer work simultaneously.
• Deleting a profile and losing it forever — recovery is only possible from the operator.
• Not checking device compatibility before purchasing eSIM.

🛒 Where to buy eSIM

You can buy eSIM for Russia and international travel at e7m.ru — quick activation, wide selection of operators and plans.