eSIM vs physical SIM?

Dr. Dro · Jan 20, 2024

I only used eSIM briefly while I've had my Z Flip 3 and honestly, functionally being the same, eSIM's just aren't as flexible when you're talking about national/domestic use. I'd personally stick to dual physical SIM phones if this is a big deal to you - I personally carry both an iPhone and an Android phone with me so the physical SIM thing is still the comfier arrangement. Also old thread lol

Double-Click · Jan 20, 2024

I honestly can't say that going from SIM to eSIM made any difference to me. Been w/ it since I got my Pixel 7.
The only thing I will say is that in the past I have had to replace SIM cards due to jank over time, so this seems less problematic.

I don't switch phones or SIMs when I travel. I just use WiFi since I can call/text over it, worst case I take out a monthly international plan.

P4-630 · Jan 20, 2024

Dragam1337 said:
Doesn't matter to me - or most other people i should think.

I got the 128gb s23 since storage hardly matters to me... and using 40% of it.

Currently just 25% using of my storage here.... S23 128GB.. (plenty of storage)

+Dual nano SIM + eSIM. (using 1 nano SIM)

ThrashZone said:
Hi,
From what I noticed there is no extra charge for esim.

Depends on provider maybe?

GamerGuy · Jan 30, 2024

All the three phones (S24 Ultra/Z Fold4/Z Flip5) I use on a regular basis have both SIM and eSIM, but I don't bother with eSIM only because the telco SIM service I subscribe to has free overseas usage. I basically get 1GB of data free when I'm overseas (Asia) like, say, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, etc. This works out nicely for me as I'll be going to Thailand next month to attend my niece's wedding reception.

Bagerklestyne · Jan 30, 2024

I prefer an esim in a sual sim phone.

Esim for domestic use then grab a physical sim whenever I am abroad.

Garyfrankfort · Feb 8, 2024

No difference to me.

Twenalexyy · 2024-05-14T10:40:40+0100

It's been a while since your post, but I wanted to offer some insight.
eSIMs and physical SIMs both have their pros and cons. I think eSIMs are the way to go for convenience. With an eSIM, you don't have to worry about losing or damaging a physical SIM card. Plus, you can easily switch between different carriers and plans without having to swap out a physical card. On the other hand, Simify physical SIM cards can be useful if you're traveling to a country where eSIMs aren't widely supported yet. It's always good to have a backup plan in case your eSIM isn't compatible. Overall, I think eSIMs are the future of mobile connectivity. They offer more flexibility and convenience than physical SIM cards, and as more devices support eSIMs, they'll become even more popular.

TheinsanegamerN · 2024-05-14T16:18:24+0100

I hate eSIMs, had to do it with an iphone on cricket, required calling the customer support line and getting a QU code sent, whereas had it been a physical SIM, a 10 second swap would have done all of this.

AND, there's fees! Many carriers you have to PAY to activate an eSIM. Absolutely ridiculous.

Much like audio jacks, I'm going to end up one of those luddites who just doesnt "get it".

Durvelle27 · 2024-05-14T16:22:56+0100

iPhone 14 and up only use eSIM so that’s what I’m stuck with

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