Which mobile phones support eSIM?

Dylan Crismale - Digital Content Editor

Last updated 29 January 2026

Contents

In this eSIM devices guide:

iPhones that support eSIM
Samsung phones that support eSIM
Google phones that support eSIM
Motorola phones that support eSIM
OPPO phones that support eSIM
How does eSIM work?
Do all new phones have eSIM?
Devices with eSIM FAQs

eSIM has been slowly making its way into new devices over the recent years. The "e" stands for electronic or embedded and unlike your traditional physical SIM card an eSIM is one that exists within the hardware of your handset.

There's a range of pros and cons to eSIM but if you're curious about if it's available on your device you're in luck. We've compiled a list of eSIM-compatible phones from major manufacturers.

How to check if your phone has eSIM

You can check if your phone has eSIM by calling *#06#

If a 32-digit EID appears on the screen, your phone supports eSIM. If you don't see a 32-digit number, your phone doesn't support eSIM.

iPhones that support eSIM

Apple's iPhones have supported eSIM since the iPhone XS, XS Max and XR in 2018.

Here's the full list of which iPhones support eSIM in Australia:

iPhone SE (2022)
iPhone 13 Pro Max
iPhone 13 Pro
iPhone 13 Mini
iPhone 13
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12 Pro
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
iPhone SE (2020)
iPhone 11 Pro Max
iPhone 11 Pro
iPhone 11
iPhone XS Max
iPhone XS
iPhone XR

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#2	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $88.02/mth Min. cost $1,593.72 Go to Site	$88.02/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,593.72	Go to Site
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $93.02/mth Min. cost $1,598.72 Go to Site	$93.02/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,598.72	Go to Site
#4	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $98.02/mth Min. cost $1,603.72 Go to Site	$98.02/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,603.72	Go to Site
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#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $142.02/mth Min. cost $1,647.72 Link not supplied	$142.02/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,647.72	Link not supplied

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#2	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $94.52/mth Min. cost $2,037.72 Go to Site	$94.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,037.72	Go to Site
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $300 on this device when you stay connected for 36 months + Incl. $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $97.18/mth Min. cost $2,048.72 Go to Site	$97.18/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,048.72	Go to Site
#4	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $300 on this device when you stay connected for 36 months + Incl. $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $102.18/mth Min. cost $2,053.72 Go to Site	$102.18/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,053.72	Go to Site
#5	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $124.52/mth Min. cost $2,067.72 Go to Site	$124.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,067.72	Go to Site
#6	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments $125.52/mth Min. cost $2,068.72 Go to Site	$125.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,068.72	Go to Site
#7	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $129.52/mth Min. cost $2,072.72 Link not supplied	$129.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,072.72	Link not supplied
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $139.52/mth Min. cost $2,082.72 Link not supplied	$139.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,082.72	Link not supplied
#9	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $145.52/mth Min. cost $2,088.72 Go to Site	$145.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,088.72	Go to Site
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $154.52/mth Min. cost $2,097.72 Link not supplied	$154.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,097.72	Link not supplied

#1	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $300 on this device when you stay connected for 36 months + Incl. $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $97.74/mth Min. cost $2,243.88 Go to Site	$97.74/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,243.88	Go to Site
#2	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $100.08/mth Min. cost $2,237.88 Go to Site	$100.08/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,237.88	Go to Site
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $300 on this device when you stay connected for 36 months + Incl. $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $102.74/mth Min. cost $2,248.88 Go to Site	$102.74/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,248.88	Go to Site
#4	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $300 on this device when you stay connected for 36 months + Incl. $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $107.74/mth Min. cost $2,253.88 Go to Site	$107.74/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,253.88	Go to Site
#5	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $130.08/mth Min. cost $2,267.88 Go to Site	$130.08/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,267.88	Go to Site
#6	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments $131.08/mth Min. cost $2,268.88 Go to Site	$131.08/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,268.88	Go to Site
#7	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $135.08/mth Min. cost $2,272.88 Link not supplied	$135.08/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,272.88	Link not supplied
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $145.08/mth Min. cost $2,282.88 Link not supplied	$145.08/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,282.88	Link not supplied
#9	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $151.08/mth Min. cost $2,288.88 Go to Site	$151.08/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,288.88	Go to Site
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $160.08/mth Min. cost $2,297.88 Link not supplied	$160.08/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,297.88	Link not supplied

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $75.06/mth Min. cost $1,337.16 Out of stock	$75.06/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,337.16	Out of stock
#2	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $97.75/mth Min. cost $1,944 Go to Site	$97.75/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,944	Go to Site
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $102.75/mth Min. cost $1,949 Go to Site	$102.75/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,949	Go to Site
#4	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $105.06/mth Min. cost $1,367.16 Out of stock	$105.06/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,367.16	Out of stock
#5	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments $106.06/mth Min. cost $1,368.16 Out of stock	$106.06/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,368.16	Out of stock
#6	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $107.75/mth Min. cost $1,954 Go to Site	$107.75/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,954	Go to Site
#7	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $126.06/mth Min. cost $1,388.16 Out of stock	$126.06/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,388.16	Out of stock
#8	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $126.75/mth Min. cost $1,973 Link not supplied	$126.75/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,973	Link not supplied
#9	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $136.75/mth Min. cost $1,983 Link not supplied	$136.75/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,983	Link not supplied
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $151.75/mth Min. cost $1,998 Link not supplied	$151.75/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,998	Link not supplied

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Samsung phones that support eSIM

eSIM first hit Samsung's smartphones with the Galaxy Fold in 2019.

Here's the list of Samsung phones that are eSIM compatible in Australia:

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Samsung Galaxy A56
Samsung Galaxy A36
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus
Samsung Galaxy S25
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus
Samsung Galaxy S24
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Samsung Galaxy A54 5G
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
Samsung Galaxy S23

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus
Samsung Galaxy S22
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus
Samsung Galaxy S21
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus
Samsung Galaxy S20
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
Samsung Galaxy Fold

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#1	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on this device when you stay connected for 36mths + Incl. $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $67.19/mth Min. cost $1,443.96 Out of Stock	$67.19/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,443.96	Out of Stock
#2	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on this device when you stay connected for 36mths + Incl. $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $72.19/mth Min. cost $1,448.96 Out of Stock	$72.19/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,448.96	Out of Stock
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on this device when you stay connected for 36mths + Incl. $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $77.19/mth Min. cost $1,453.96 Out of Stock	$77.19/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,453.96	Out of Stock
#4	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $77.86/mth Min. cost $1,437.96 Go to Site	$77.86/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,437.96	Go to Site
#5	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $107.86/mth Min. cost $1,467.96 Go to Site	$107.86/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,467.96	Go to Site
#6	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments $108.86/mth Min. cost $1,468.96 Go to Site	$108.86/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,468.96	Go to Site
#7	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $128.86/mth Min. cost $1,488.96 Go to Site	$128.86/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,488.96	Go to Site

#1	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $700 on this device when you stay connected for 36mths + Incl. $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $72.74/mth Min. cost $1,743.84 Go to Site	$72.74/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,743.84	Go to Site
#2	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $700 on this device when you stay connected for 36mths + Incl. $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $77.74/mth Min. cost $1,748.84 Go to Site	$77.74/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,748.84	Go to Site
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $700 on this device when you stay connected for 36mths + Incl. $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $82.74/mth Min. cost $1,753.84 Go to Site	$82.74/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,753.84	Go to Site
#4	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $86.18/mth Min. cost $1,737.48 Out of stock	$86.18/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,737.48	Out of stock
#5	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $116.18/mth Min. cost $1,767.48 Out of stock	$116.18/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,767.48	Out of stock
#6	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments $117.18/mth Min. cost $1,768.48 Out of stock	$117.18/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,768.48	Out of stock
#7	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $137.18/mth Min. cost $1,788.48 Out of stock	$137.18/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,788.48	Out of stock

#1	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $800 on this device when you stay connected for 36mths + Incl. $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $82.46/mth Min. cost $2,193.84 Out of Stock	$82.46/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,193.84	Out of Stock
#2	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $800 on this device when you stay connected for 36mths + Incl. $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $87.46/mth Min. cost $2,198.84 Out of Stock	$87.46/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,198.84	Out of Stock
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $800 on this device when you stay connected for 36mths + Incl. $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $92.46/mth Min. cost $2,203.84 Out of Stock	$92.46/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,203.84	Out of Stock
#4	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $98.68/mth Min. cost $2,187.48 Go to Site	$98.68/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,187.48	Go to Site
#5	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $128.68/mth Min. cost $2,217.48 Go to Site	$128.68/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,217.48	Go to Site
#6	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments $129.68/mth Min. cost $2,218.48 Go to Site	$129.68/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,218.48	Go to Site
#7	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $133.69/mth Min. cost $2,222.84 Link not supplied	$133.69/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,222.84	Link not supplied
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $143.69/mth Min. cost $2,232.84 Link not supplied	$143.69/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,232.84	Link not supplied
#9	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $149.68/mth Min. cost $2,238.48 Go to Site	$149.68/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,238.48	Go to Site
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $158.69/mth Min. cost $2,247.84 Link not supplied	$158.69/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,247.84	Link not supplied

#1	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $500 on this device + Get a bonus Galaxy Watch7 44mm + Incl. $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $82.47/mth Min. cost $1,893.96 Go to Site	$82.47/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,893.96	Go to Site
#2	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $500 on this device + Get a bonus Galaxy Watch7 44mm + Incl. $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $87.47/mth Min. cost $1,898.96 Go to Site	$87.47/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,898.96	Go to Site
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $500 on this device + Get a bonus Galaxy Watch7 44mm + Incl. $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $92.47/mth Min. cost $1,903.96 Go to Site	$92.47/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,903.96	Go to Site
#4	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $125.36/mth Min. cost $1,922.96 Link not supplied	$125.36/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,922.96	Link not supplied
#5	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $135.36/mth Min. cost $1,932.96 Link not supplied	$135.36/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,932.96	Link not supplied
#6	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $150.36/mth Min. cost $1,947.96 Link not supplied	$150.36/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,947.96	Link not supplied

Or, if foldable phones are more your style, you can view Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 plans here:

Galaxy Z Flip 7
Galaxy Z Fold 7

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $88.96/mth Min. cost $1,837.56 Out of stock	$88.96/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,837.56	Out of stock
#2	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $118.96/mth Min. cost $1,867.56 Out of stock	$118.96/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,867.56	Out of stock
#3	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments $119.96/mth Min. cost $1,868.56 Out of stock	$119.96/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,868.56	Out of stock
#4	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $123.97/mth Min. cost $1,872.92 Link not supplied	$123.97/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,872.92	Link not supplied
#5	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $133.97/mth Min. cost $1,882.92 Link not supplied	$133.97/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,882.92	Link not supplied
#6	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $139.96/mth Min. cost $1,888.56 Out of stock	$139.96/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,888.56	Out of stock
#7	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $148.97/mth Min. cost $1,897.92 Link not supplied	$148.97/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,897.92	Link not supplied

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $119.52/mth Min. cost $2,937.72 Go to Site	$119.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,937.72	Go to Site
#2	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $125.52/mth Min. cost $2,943.72 Go to Site	$125.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,943.72	Go to Site
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $130.52/mth Min. cost $2,948.72 Go to Site	$130.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,948.72	Go to Site
#4	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $135.52/mth Min. cost $2,953.72 Go to Site	$135.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,953.72	Go to Site
#5	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $149.52/mth Min. cost $2,967.72 Go to Site	$149.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,967.72	Go to Site
#6	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments $150.52/mth Min. cost $2,968.72 Go to Site	$150.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,968.72	Go to Site
#7	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $154.52/mth Min. cost $2,972.72 Out of stock	$154.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,972.72	Out of stock
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $164.52/mth Min. cost $2,982.72 Out of stock	$164.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,982.72	Out of stock
#9	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $170.52/mth Min. cost $2,988.72 Go to Site	$170.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,988.72	Go to Site
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $179.52/mth Min. cost $2,997.72 Out of stock	$179.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,997.72	Out of stock

Google phones that support eSIM

Google has been releasing its signature Pixel phone line in Australia with eSIM since 2019 starting with the Pixel 3a.

Here's a list of which Pixel phones are eSIM-enabled in Australia:

Google Pixel 7 Pro
Google Pixel 7
Google Pixel 6a
Google Pixel 6 Pro
Google Pixel 6
Google Pixel 5a
Google Pixel 5
Google Pixel 4a
Google Pixel 4 XL
Google Pixel 4
Google Pixel 3a XL
Google Pixel 3a

You can check out the Google Pixel 8 range here:

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $76.46/mth Min. cost $1,387.56 Go to Site	$76.46/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,387.56	Go to Site
#2	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $106.46/mth Min. cost $1,417.56 Go to Site	$106.46/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,417.56	Go to Site
#3	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments $107.46/mth Min. cost $1,418.56 Go to Site	$107.46/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,418.56	Go to Site
#4	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $111.47/mth Min. cost $1,422.92 Link not supplied	$111.47/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,422.92	Link not supplied
#5	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $121.47/mth Min. cost $1,432.92 Link not supplied	$121.47/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,432.92	Link not supplied
#6	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $127.46/mth Min. cost $1,438.56 Go to Site	$127.46/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,438.56	Go to Site
#7	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $136.47/mth Min. cost $1,447.92 Link not supplied	$136.47/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,447.92	Link not supplied

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $86.18/mth Min. cost $1,737.48 Go to Site	$86.18/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,737.48	Go to Site
#2	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $116.18/mth Min. cost $1,767.48 Go to Site	$116.18/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,767.48	Go to Site
#3	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments $117.18/mth Min. cost $1,768.48 Go to Site	$117.18/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,768.48	Go to Site
#4	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $121.19/mth Min. cost $1,772.84 Link not supplied	$121.19/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,772.84	Link not supplied
#5	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $131.19/mth Min. cost $1,782.84 Link not supplied	$131.19/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,782.84	Link not supplied
#6	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $137.18/mth Min. cost $1,788.48 Go to Site	$137.18/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,788.48	Go to Site
#7	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $146.19/mth Min. cost $1,797.84 Link not supplied	$146.19/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,797.84	Link not supplied

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $94.52/mth Min. cost $2,037.72 Go to Site	$94.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,037.72	Go to Site
#2	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $100.52/mth Min. cost $2,043.72 Go to Site	$100.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,043.72	Go to Site
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $105.52/mth Min. cost $2,048.72 Go to Site	$105.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,048.72	Go to Site
#4	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $110.52/mth Min. cost $2,053.72 Go to Site	$110.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,053.72	Go to Site
#5	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $124.52/mth Min. cost $2,067.72 Go to Site	$124.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,067.72	Go to Site
#6	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments $125.52/mth Min. cost $2,068.72 Go to Site	$125.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,068.72	Go to Site
#7	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $129.52/mth Min. cost $2,072.72 Link not supplied	$129.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,072.72	Link not supplied
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $139.52/mth Min. cost $2,082.72 Link not supplied	$139.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,082.72	Link not supplied
#9	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $145.52/mth Min. cost $2,088.72 Go to Site	$145.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,088.72	Go to Site
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $154.52/mth Min. cost $2,097.72 Link not supplied	$154.52/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,097.72	Link not supplied

Motorola phones that support eSIM

Motorola hasn't been as prolific in the eSIM space as other brands releasing just a few eSIM-compatible phones in Australia since 2019.

Motorola Razr 60
Motorola Moto G56 5G
Motorola Razr 60 Ultra
Motorola Razr 60
Motorola Moto G55 5G
Motorola Razr 50 Ultra
Motorola Razr 50
Motorola Moto G54 5G
Motorola Razr 40 Ultra
Motorola Razr 40
Motorola Edge 40 Pro
Motorola Edge Plus
Motorola Razr 5G
Motorola Razr (2019)

OPPO phones that support eSIM

OPPO has a limited selection of eSIM-compatible phones. OPPO's first eSIM-enabled phone was the Find X3 Pro in 2021.

OPPO Find X9 Pro
OPPO Find X9
OPPO Find X8 Pro
OPPO Find N3
OPPO Find N2 Flip
OPPO Find X5 Pro
OPPO Find X5
OPPO Find X3 Pro

eSIM in Australia: Plans, providers, and where to buy

Want to take advantage of eSIM on your phone? See a list of phone plans from providers who support eSIM.

How does eSIM work?

Green Samsung S23 Ultra face down on a coffee table

Rather than being a physical circuit chip that you can move from a phone an eSIM is built into the device. On most phones with eSIM installed, you can have at least two active numbers working on the same phone at once - one via the eSIM and one via the physical SIM. An eSIM makes it easier to switch mobile providers because you don't have to wait for your new SIM to arrive.

Dual SIM card slots have been around since 2000 and there have even been phones that could fit three or four SIM cards at once. But eSIM can take things further. The iPhone 16 for example has the capacity for eight or more eSIM profiles on one device. This can be handy for frequent travellers who can have travel eSIM set up or multiple countries.

Do all new phones have eSIM?

No, not all new phones come with eSIM. It's more common for eSIM to be included on premium and flagship handsets but not every new release to market. If eSIM is a feature you're particularly interested in it's worth double-checking it's included on the phone you want before you purchase it.

On the other hand, some phone manufacturers are deciding to lean hard into the technology. Apple shipped its range in the US without a physical SIM card slot since the iPhone 14.

Devices with eSIM FAQs

How do I check if my Android device is eSIM compatible?

Checking whether your Android device is eSIM compatible is as easy as checking the settings. The steps may differ slightly across brands but not too much.

On a Samsung Galaxy for example you would navigate to Connections in the Settings app and tap SIM Manager. If you see "Add eSIM" as an option your device is eSIM compatible.

You can also check the lists we maintain in this guide or check the manufacturer's website.

How do I check if my iPhone is eSIM compatible?

You can check whether your iPhone is eSIM compatible with the Settings app. Navigate through General to the About section. If you scroll down you'll see a section that says Physical SIM followed by another that says Available SIM or Digital SIM (on some iOS versions). In the Available/Digital SIM section you will see a 15-digit IMEI or IMEI2 number. If you have this section your iPhone supports eSIM.

Are all phones eSIM compatible?

No eSIM is a fairly new technology which means older phones typically aren't compatible. Outside of the premium handsets from larger manufacturers - it's not available on every new release phone either.

Dylan Crismale

Digital Content Editor

Dylan Crismale is a Digital Content Editor at WhistleOut, has been writing for almost a decade across a variety of Australian publications. He previously worked as a writer at Finder covering energy, internet and mobile plans. Dylan is passionate about finding the best deals to save people money and educating people about tech. When he's not sat at his desk Dylan loves working out, bingeing TV and hanging out with friends.

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