What is eSIM? Everything you need to know


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Ever since the mobile phone was first invented, we’ve relied on physical SIM cards to connect to our chosen telecom network. Fast forward to now, and most mobile phones, cellular-connected laptops, tablets and smartwatches support eSIM, which means no more physical cards are necessary. It also means switching mobile providers is easier than ever. However, eSIM is still relatively new, and it can be confusing to those who are used to SIM cards.

In this guide, we break down everything you need to know about eSIM.

What is eSIM?


eSIM stands for embedded SIM (Subscriber Identity Module). Like a regular SIM card, an eSIM allows you to connect to your mobile provider’s network and your plan. The only difference is that it’s built into your phone (or other device) and is not tied to any one provider, meaning you can switch at any time without needing to get a new SIM.

On the downside, this means switching phones can be a little trickier, as it’s not as simple as removing a SIM card from one device and inserting it into another.

What devices support eSIM?


All flagship (and some budget) smartphones and other cellular devices released in the last few years support eSIM. Some cheaper devices may still require a physical SIM, but eSIM has been available on iPhone since 2018, Google Pixel since 2019, Samsung Galaxy devices since 2020, and OPPO phones since 2021. Some devices even allow you to have multiple eSIMs, ideal for those who frequently travel internationally.

Here’s a full list of phones that support eSIM.

iPhones with eSIM support

  • iPhone 16e
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max
  • iPhone 16 Pro
  • iPhone 16 Plus
  • iPhone 16
  • iPhone 15 Pro Max
  • iPhone 15 Pro
  • iPhone 15 Plus
  • iPhone 15
  • iPhone 14 Pro Max
  • iPhone 14 Pro
  • iPhone 14 Plus
  • iPhone 14
  • 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

Here are some of the most popular iPhone 16 series plans.

Apple iPhone 16 128GB Plans

Apple iPhone 16 128GB
#1
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced XS 5G+

  • 80GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 100 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $1115 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$62/mth
+ $557.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,045.70
#2
M1
M1

50GB Bespoke Contract

  • 50GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Use code 16off_flexi to get $16 off/mth on this iPhone
$62.95/mth
+ $546 Upfront
Min. cost $2,056.80
#3
StarHub
StarHub

Medium 5G SIM Only

  • 150GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 1000 Minutes
  • 500 Messages
  • Deal: $250 off for iPhone 16 + Extra $300 discount when you trade-in + $160 off Apple Watch S10 + $60 off Apple Watch Ultra2
$65.70
Min. cost $1,070.80
#4
StarHub
StarHub

5G Small 2-year Device Plan

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 200 Messages
  • Deal: $200 off iPhone + Stack $160 off with Apple Watch S10 + Get up to $200 off with new lines and port-ins + Trade in and get $300 extra cashback
$75/mth
+ $296 Upfront
Min. cost $2,096
#5
StarHub
StarHub

Large 5G SIM Only

  • 200GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 1500 Minutes
  • 700 Messages
  • Deal: $250 off for iPhone 16 + Extra $300 discount when you trade-in + $160 off Apple Watch S10 + $60 off Apple Watch Ultra2
$75.70
Min. cost $1,080.80
#6
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced S 5G+

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $1115 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$78/mth
+ $417.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,289.70

Apple iPhone 16 Plus 128GB Plans

Apple iPhone 16 Plus 128GB
#1
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced XS 5G+

  • 80GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 100 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $1115 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$62/mth
+ $647.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,135.70
#2
M1
M1

50GB Bespoke Contract

  • 50GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Use code 16off_flexi to get $16 off/mth on this iPhone
$62.95/mth
+ $638 Upfront
Min. cost $2,148.80
#3
StarHub
StarHub

Medium 5G SIM Only

  • 150GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 1000 Minutes
  • 500 Messages
  • Deal: $250 off for iPhone 16 + Extra $300 discount when you trade-in + $160 off Apple Watch S10 + $60 off Apple Watch Ultra2
$69.87
Min. cost $1,170.88
#4
StarHub
StarHub

5G Small 2-year Device Plan

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 200 Messages
  • Deal: $200 off iPhone + Stack $160 off with Apple Watch S10 + Get up to $200 off with new lines and port-ins + Trade in and get $300 extra cashback
$75/mth
+ $388 Upfront
Min. cost $2,188
#5
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced S 5G+

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $1115 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$78/mth
+ $507.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,379.70
#6
StarHub
StarHub

Large 5G SIM Only

  • 200GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 1500 Minutes
  • 700 Messages
  • Deal: $250 off for iPhone 16 + Extra $300 discount when you trade-in + $160 off Apple Watch S10 + $60 off Apple Watch Ultra2
$79.87
Min. cost $1,180.88

Apple iPhone 16 Pro 256GB Plans

Apple iPhone 16 Pro 256GB
#1
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced XS 5G+

  • 80GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 100 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $1115 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$62/mth
+ $967.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,455.70
#2
M1
M1

50GB Bespoke Contract

  • 50GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Use code 16off_flexi to get $16 off/mth on this iPhone
$62.95/mth
+ $951 Upfront
Min. cost $2,461.80
#3
StarHub
StarHub

5G Small 2-year Device Plan

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 200 Messages
  • Deal: $200 off iPhone + Stack $160 off with Apple Watch S10 + Get up to $200 off with new lines and port-ins + Trade in and get $300 extra cashback
$75/mth
+ $706 Upfront
Min. cost $2,506
#4
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced S 5G+

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $1115 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$78/mth
+ $772.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,644.70
#5
M1
M1

200GB Bespoke Contract

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 400 Minutes
  • 400 Messages
  • Deal: Use code 16off_flexi to get $16 off/mth on this iPhone
$79.95/mth
+ $622 Upfront
Min. cost $2,540.80
#6
StarHub
StarHub

Medium 5G SIM Only

  • 150GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 1000 Minutes
  • 500 Messages
  • Deal: $270 off for iPhone 16 + Extra $300 discount when you trade-in + $160 off Apple Watch S10 + $60 off Apple Watch Ultra2
$83.62
Min. cost $1,500.88

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB Plans

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB
#1
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced XS 5G+

  • 80GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 100 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $1115 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$62/mth
+ $1,102.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,590.70
#2
M1
M1

50GB Bespoke Contract

  • 50GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Use code 16off_flexi to get $16 off/mth on this iPhone
$62.95/mth
+ $1,087 Upfront
Min. cost $2,597.80
#3
StarHub
StarHub

5G Small 2-year Device Plan

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 200 Messages
  • Deal: $200 off iPhone + Stack $160 off with Apple Watch S10 + Get up to $200 off with new lines and port-ins + Trade in and get $300 extra cashback
$75/mth
+ $842 Upfront
Min. cost $2,642
#4
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced S 5G+

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $1115 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$78/mth
+ $912.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,784.70
#5
M1
M1

200GB Bespoke Contract

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 400 Minutes
  • 400 Messages
  • Deal: Use code 16off_flexi to get $16 off/mth on this iPhone
$79.95/mth
+ $728 Upfront
Min. cost $2,646.80
#6
StarHub
StarHub

Medium 5G SIM Only

  • 150GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 1000 Minutes
  • 500 Messages
  • Deal: $270 off for iPhone 16 + Extra $300 discount when you trade-in + $160 off Apple Watch S10 + $60 off Apple Watch Ultra2
$89.87
Min. cost $1,650.88

Samsung phones with eSIM support

  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
  • Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
  • Samsung Galaxy A56
  • Samsung Galaxy A36
  • 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 A55
  • Samsung Galaxy A35
  • 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

Here are some of the most popular Samsung Galaxy S25 series plans.

Samsung Galaxy S25 512GB Plans

Samsung Galaxy S25 512GB
#1
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced XS 5G+

  • 80GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 100 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $560 OFF this device on Phone Plans
$62/mth
+ $582.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,070.70
#2
M1
M1

50GB Bespoke Contract

  • 50GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: $280 off on this Samsung Phone with this Bespoke Contract Plan for new sign ups
$62.95/mth
+ $512 Upfront
Min. cost $2,022.80
#3
StarHub
StarHub

5G Small 2-year Device Plan

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 200 Messages
  • Deal: $200 off for new lines and port-ins + $150 off when you purchase any Galaxy Watch 7 or Watch Ultra
$75/mth
+ $480 Upfront
Min. cost $2,280
#4
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced S 5G+

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $560 OFF this device on Phone Plans
$78/mth
+ $382.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,254.70
#5
M1
M1

200GB Bespoke Contract

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 400 Minutes
  • 400 Messages
  • Deal: $280 off on this Samsung Phone with this Bespoke Contract Plan for new sign ups
$79.95/mth
+ $366 Upfront
Min. cost $2,284.80
#6
StarHub
StarHub

Medium 5G SIM Only

  • 150GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 1000 Minutes
  • 500 Messages
  • Deal: $150 off Samsung Galaxy Watches and Tab S10 series
$83.16
Min. cost $1,489.84

Samsung Galaxy S25+ 512GB Plans

Samsung Galaxy S25+ 512GB
#1
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced XS 5G+

  • 80GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 100 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $560 OFF this device on Phone Plans
$62/mth
+ $732.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,220.70
#2
M1
M1

50GB Bespoke Contract

  • 50GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: $280 off on this Samsung Phone with this Bespoke Contract Plan for new sign ups
$62.95/mth
+ $683 Upfront
Min. cost $2,193.80
#3
StarHub
StarHub

5G Small 2-year Device Plan

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 200 Messages
  • Deal: $200 off for new lines and port-ins + $150 off when you purchase any Galaxy Watch 7 or Watch Ultra
$75/mth
+ $650 Upfront
Min. cost $2,450
#4
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced S 5G+

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $560 OFF this device on Phone Plans
$78/mth
+ $592.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,464.70
#5
M1
M1

200GB Bespoke Contract

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 400 Minutes
  • 400 Messages
  • Deal: $280 off on this Samsung Phone with this Bespoke Contract Plan for new sign ups
$79.95/mth
+ $531 Upfront
Min. cost $2,449.80
#6
StarHub
StarHub

Medium 5G SIM Only

  • 150GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 1000 Minutes
  • 500 Messages
  • Deal: $190 off when you buy now, pay later + $150 off Samsung Galaxy Watches and Tab S10 series
$91.08
Min. cost $1,679.92

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 512GB Plans

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 512GB
#1
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced XS 5G+

  • 80GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 100 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $660 OFF this device on Phone Plans + Free Samsung 50" QLED 4K Vision AI TV worth $1,199
$62/mth
+ $1,352.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,840.70
#2
M1
M1

50GB Bespoke Contract

  • 50GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: $450 off on this Samsung Phone with this Bespoke Contract Plan for new sign ups
$62.95/mth
+ $817 Upfront
Min. cost $2,327.80
#3
StarHub
StarHub

5G Small 2-year Device Plan

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 200 Messages
  • Deal: $200 off for new lines and port-ins + $150 off when you purchase any Galaxy Watch 7 or Watch Ultra
$75/mth
+ $650 Upfront
Min. cost $2,450
#4
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced S 5G+

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $660 OFF this device on Phone Plans + Free Samsung 50" QLED 4K Vision AI TV worth $1,199
$78/mth
+ $1,212.70 Upfront
Min. cost $3,084.70
#5
M1
M1

200GB Bespoke Contract

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 400 Minutes
  • 400 Messages
  • Deal: $450 off on this Samsung Phone with this Bespoke Contract Plan for new sign ups
$79.95/mth
+ $660 Upfront
Min. cost $2,578.80
#6
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced M 5G+

  • 250GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 600 Minutes
  • 600 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $660 OFF this device on Phone Plans + Free Samsung 50" QLED 4K Vision AI TV worth $1,199
$98/mth
+ $932.70 Upfront
Min. cost $3,284.70

Prefer a foldable phone? Here are the most popular Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and Z Fold7 plans.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 5G 256GB Plans

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 5G 256GB
#1
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced XS 5G+

  • 80GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 100 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $685 off on this device on XO Plus plan
$62/mth
+ $652.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,140.70
#2
M1
M1

50GB Bespoke Contract

  • 50GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: $310 off on S Flip 7 with this Bespoke Contract Plan for new sign ups
$62.95/mth
+ $573 Upfront
Min. cost $2,083.80
#3
StarHub
StarHub

5G Small 2-year Device Plan

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 200 Messages
  • Deal: Get up to $200 off with new lines and port-ins
$75/mth
+ $449 Upfront
Min. cost $2,249
#4
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced S 5G+

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $685 off on this device on XO Plus plan
$78/mth
+ $512.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,384.70
#5
M1
M1

200GB Bespoke Contract

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 400 Minutes
  • 400 Messages
  • Deal: $310 off on S Flip 7 with this Bespoke Contract Plan for new sign ups
$79.95/mth
+ $415 Upfront
Min. cost $2,333.80
#6
StarHub
StarHub

Medium 5G SIM Only

  • 150GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 1000 Minutes
  • 500 Messages
  • Deal: 1 mth free SmartSupport subscription + $100 off Galaxy Watch8 Series/Watch Ultra (LTE models)
$90.66
Min. cost $1,669.84

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 5G 512GB Plans

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 5G 512GB
#1
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced XS 5G+

  • 80GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 100 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $685 off on this device on XO Plus plan
$62/mth
+ $1,612.70 Upfront
Min. cost $3,100.70
#2
M1
M1

50GB Bespoke Contract

  • 50GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: $380 off on S Fold 7 with this Bespoke Contract Plan for new sign ups
$62.95/mth
+ $1,587 Upfront
Min. cost $3,097.80
#3
StarHub
StarHub

5G Small 2-year Device Plan

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 200 Messages
  • Deal: Get up to $200 off with new lines and port-ins
$75/mth
+ $1,499 Upfront
Min. cost $3,299
#4
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced S 5G+

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $685 off on this device on XO Plus plan
$78/mth
+ $1,482.70 Upfront
Min. cost $3,354.70
#5
M1
M1

200GB Bespoke Contract

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 400 Minutes
  • 400 Messages
  • Deal: $380 off on S Fold 7 with this Bespoke Contract Plan for new sign ups
$79.95/mth
+ $1,429 Upfront
Min. cost $3,347.80
#6
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced M 5G+

  • 250GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 600 Minutes
  • 600 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $685 off on this device on XO Plus plan
$98/mth
+ $1,232.70 Upfront
Min. cost $3,584.70

Google Pixel phones with eSIM support

  • Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold
  • Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
  • Google Pixel 10 Pro
  • Google Pixel 10
  • Google Pixel 9a
  • Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • Google Pixel 9
  • Google Pixel 8a
  • Google Pixel 8 Pro
  • Google Pixel 8
  • Google Pixel Fold
  • Google Pixel 6a
  • Google Pixel 7
  • Google Pixel 7 Pro
  • Google Pixel 7a
  • 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

Here are some of the most popular plans for the Google Pixel 9 range.

Google Pixel 10 256GB Plans

Google Pixel 10 256GB
#1
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced XS 5G+

  • 80GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 100 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $785 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$62/mth
+ $377.70 Upfront
Min. cost $1,865.70
#2
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced S 5G+

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $785 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$78/mth
+ $227.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,099.70
#3
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced Lite SIM Only 5G+

  • 150GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 400 Minutes
  • 400 Messages
  • Deal: $250 cashback with this device + $30 cashback with this device exclusively online
$84.95
+ $32.70 Upfront
Min. cost $1,266.50
#4
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced Core 5G+ SIM Only

  • 300GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 700 Minutes
  • 700 Messages
  • Deal: $250 cashback with this device + $30 cashback with this device exclusively online
$89.95
+ $32.70 Upfront
Min. cost $1,271.50
#5
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced M 5G+

  • 250GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 600 Minutes
  • 600 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $785 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$98/mth
+ $32.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,384.70
#6
Singtel
Singtel

Priority Plus SIM Only 5G+

  • 600GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 1000 Minutes
  • 1000 Messages
  • Deal: $250 cashback with this device + $30 cashback with this device exclusively online
$104.95
+ $32.70 Upfront
Min. cost $1,286.50

Google Pixel 10 Pro 256GB Plans

Google Pixel 10 Pro 256GB
#1
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced XS 5G+

  • 80GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 100 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $835 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$62/mth
+ $477.70 Upfront
Min. cost $1,965.70
#2
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced S 5G+

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $835 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$78/mth
+ $327.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,199.70
#3
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced M 5G+

  • 250GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 600 Minutes
  • 600 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $835 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$98/mth
+ $47.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,399.70
#4
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced Lite SIM Only 5G+

  • 150GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 400 Minutes
  • 400 Messages
  • Deal: $370 cashback with this device + $30 cashback with this device exclusively online
$101.62
+ $32.70 Upfront
Min. cost $1,666.58
#5
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced Core 5G+ SIM Only

  • 300GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 700 Minutes
  • 700 Messages
  • Deal: $370 cashback with this device + $30 cashback with this device exclusively online
$106.62
+ $32.70 Upfront
Min. cost $1,671.58
#6
Singtel
Singtel

Priority Plus SIM Only 5G+

  • 600GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 1000 Minutes
  • 1000 Messages
  • Deal: $370 cashback with this device + $30 cashback with this device exclusively online
$121.62
+ $32.70 Upfront
Min. cost $1,686.58

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL 512GB Plans

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL 512GB
#1
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced XS 5G+

  • 80GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 100 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $885 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$62/mth
+ $997.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,485.70
#2
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced S 5G+

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $885 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$78/mth
+ $867.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,739.70
#3
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced M 5G+

  • 250GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 600 Minutes
  • 600 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $885 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$98/mth
+ $577.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,929.70
#4
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced Lite SIM Only 5G+

  • 150GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 400 Minutes
  • 400 Messages
  • Deal: $300 cashback with this device + $30 cashback with this device exclusively online
$107.45
+ $32.70 Upfront
Min. cost $1,806.50
#5
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced Core 5G+ SIM Only

  • 300GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 700 Minutes
  • 700 Messages
  • Deal: $300 cashback with this device + $30 cashback with this device exclusively online
$112.45
+ $32.70 Upfront
Min. cost $1,811.50
#6
Singtel
Singtel

Priority Plus SIM Only 5G+

  • 600GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 1000 Minutes
  • 1000 Messages
  • Deal: $300 cashback with this device + $30 cashback with this device exclusively online
$127.45
+ $32.70 Upfront
Min. cost $1,826.50

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold 512GB Plans

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold 512GB
#1
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced XS 5G+

  • 80GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 100 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $685 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$62/mth
+ $1,527.70 Upfront
Min. cost $3,015.70
#2
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced S 5G+

  • 200GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 300 Minutes
  • 300 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $685 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$78/mth
+ $1,327.70 Upfront
Min. cost $3,199.70
#3
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced M 5G+

  • 250GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 600 Minutes
  • 600 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $685 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$98/mth
+ $1,027.70 Upfront
Min. cost $3,379.70
#4
Singtel
Singtel

Priority L 5G+

  • 500GB data
  • Contract (24 mths)
  • 800 Minutes
  • 800 Messages
  • Deal: Enjoy up to $685 OFF this device on XO Plus plan
$128/mth
+ $727.70 Upfront
Min. cost $3,799.70
#5
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced Lite SIM Only 5G+

  • 150GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 400 Minutes
  • 400 Messages
  • Deal: $400 cashback with this device + $30 cashback with this device exclusively online
$134.95
+ $32.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,466.50
#6
Singtel
Singtel

Enhanced Core 5G+ SIM Only

  • 300GB data
  • Device Payments (24 mths)
  • 700 Minutes
  • 700 Messages
  • Deal: $400 cashback with this device + $30 cashback with this device exclusively online
$139.95
+ $32.70 Upfront
Min. cost $2,471.50

Motorola phones with eSIM support

  • Motorola Moto G56 5G
  • Motorola Razr 60 Ultra
  • Motorola Razr 60
  • Motorola Razr Edge 60 Pro
  • Motorola Razr Edge 60 Fusion
  • 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 with eSIM support

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

What providers offer eSIM in Singapore?


Currently, 15 mobile providers in Singapore offer eSIM plans. Here’s a full list of eSIM-compatible providers.

  • Changi Mobile
  • Circles.Life
  • CMLink
  • eight
  • Giga
  • GOMO
  • M1
  • Maxx
  • MyRepublic
  • redONE
  • SIMBA
  • Singtel
  • StarHub
  • VIVIFI
  • Zero1

Interested in switching to eSIM? Here are the cheapest SIM-only plans from the above providers.

#1
MyRepublic
MyRepublic

4G Essential

  • 288GB data
  • 200 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: New sign up: $6/mth for first 6 mths, thereafter $9.90/mth
$6/mth
Min. cost $6
#2
Zero1
Zero1

Starter Prime 4G

  • 200GB data
  • 300 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: 5G included for 3 months + Roam Malaysia 100GB for 365 days + Enjoy your 3rd month free
$7.06
Min. cost $7.06
#3
CMLink
CMLink

200GB 4G SIM Only

  • 200GB data
  • 300 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: 100GB Malaysia roaming for 365 days + enjoy a 5G trial when you port in.
$7.70
Min. cost $7.70
#4
VIVIFI
VIVIFI

Roam Value 4G

  • 200GB data
  • 300 Minutes
  • 100 Messages
  • Deal: Port In Bonus: Free 5G Trial for 3 months (non-Singtel port in)
$7.70
Min. cost $7.70
#5
Maxx
Maxx

290GB SIM Only

  • 290GB data
  • 500 Minutes
  • 99 Messages
  • Deal: Online Exclusive: $7.90 promotional price for the first 12 cycles for new sign-ups and number port-ins
$7.90
Min. cost $7.90
#6
Eight
Eight
Editor's Pick

Double Eight SIM Only

  • 388GB data
  • 588 Minutes
  • 88 Messages
$8
Min. cost $8

eSIMs are also widely available outside of Singapore, making it easier than ever to stay connected while travelling internationally without paying exorbitant roaming fees. Some popular travel eSIM retailers include Airalo, GigSky, and SimDirect. For those travelling to Singapore, check out our guide to the best tourist SIMs.

How do you activate an eSIM?


Purchasing and activating an eSIM is simple, fast, and can be done just about anywhere at any time. Most of the providers who offer eSIM will give you the option of an eSIM or a physical SIM at checkout, but some telcos also allow you to buy an eSIM through their mobile app. Your provider will do all the hard work for you, but you might be given a set of instructions to set your eSIM up properly.

eSIM FAQs


Does eSIM cost extra?

No, an eSIM doesn’t cost any more than a regular SIM card.

Does eSIM offer the same network coverage as a physical SIM?

Yes. Functionally, eSIM and physical SIM cards are identical, so your coverage will be the same regardless of which type you choose.

Can I convert my physical SIM to an eSIM and vice versa?

It depends on your provider, but in most cases, yes. This can be helpful if you’re switching to a device that does (or doesn’t) offer eSIM capabilities.

How do I move my eSIM from one phone to another?

Perhaps the only major downside of eSIM is that switching to a new device isn’t as simple as inserting your old SIM into the new phone. To do so, you’ll need to contact your provider. They’ll likely give you a new QR code to scan, which will install the eSIM onto the new phone. Some telcos may make it easier by allowing you to self-manage your eSIM from their app.


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