Can two eSIMs be used on the same mobile device at the same time?
Because of the many advantages they provide, eSIMs are here to stay and are actually becoming more and more popular. But is it possible to install and operate two eSIMs at the same time?
An increasing number of users are using eSIM cards as an alternative to traditional SIM cards. Gone are the days when eSIM was just a workhorse; in recent years, a large number of users have started using this technology on their main number.
A decision that has many advantages but also has limitations when we travel and want to have internet at our destination. If we already have an eSIM installed and working well, can we add a second virtual card and run both numbers? This is one of the most common doubts raised among users of this technology. The answer is that it is indeed possible. Although it depends on the device we have.
- Yes, you can have two eSIM cards at the same time.
Currently, only models after the iPhone 13 or later support dual eSIMs. This is the technology that allows you to use two eSIM cards at the same time. If you are a user of this version or later, don't worry; you can install two eSIM profiles and use them interchangeably without any problems.
- This way you can use eSIM even if your mobile phone does not support it.
Other devices, such as the Google Pixel or some Samsung models, also allow you to store different eSIMs without any problems. However, we must bear in mind that they can only be activated once. Therefore, the other eSIM that we have installed will not be activated to work, and therefore we will not be able to use your mobile line or the 4G or 5G data included in the price.
- Please consider disabling this feature.
If you are interested in having multiple eSIM cards at the same time, remember that mobile devices can only use 4G or 5G data from one of them. For this reason, we advise you to carefully review how you configure mobile data on your smartphone to avoid possible surprises with your bill. Especially if you will be using one of the cards to store data abroad when traveling.
Additionally, your phone will have a function similar to “Allow 4G or 5G data exchange between cards.”. If you leave it enabled, your mobile device will manage which card it uses 4G or 5G data from based on its coverage. However, this may result in unplanned charges on your bill. Therefore, it is recommended that you deactivate it to avoid any concerns.
It can be very useful to install one card for travel and another with our main number. This way, we have more flexibility in how we use our data. In addition, it can also be an alternative to consider when we use several mobile phones at the same time and want to consolidate all the lines into one.