What is eSIM? How to buy an eSIM plan?

Phones must be carrier unlocked to work with eSIM.

If you're using a dual SIM phone, you can use eSIM as your only cellular plan or you may use a physical SIM card for your first cellular plan and eSIM as the second. You cannot use two eSIM cellular plans in your dual SIM phone (unless you have an Apple iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13 Pro, or iPhone 13 Pro Max). 

List of eSIM-compatible phones

iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, or later support eSIM. If you purchased an iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Pro model, your iPhone does not have a physical SIM tray, and will only activate with an eSIM.

Most newer, flagship Android phones are also eSIM compatible. Review the list of eSIM-compatible devices and models. If you do not see your device on this list, check back. As the technology becomes more common, newer devices will be updated to include eSIM compatibility. 

Ordering an eSIM online

Step 1: Red Pocket Mobile offers four monthly calling plans starting at just $10 per month. Visit redpocket.com/plans. We also offer four annual calling plans starting just $5 per month. Visit redpocket.com/plans/annual.

Step 2: On the checkout page, choose eSIM as your delivery method. We'll check to see if your phone is eSIM compatible. On the form that appears, enter your phone manufacturer (for example, Apple, Samsung, HTC, etc.) and then enter your phone model (for example, iPhone 12, Galaxy S12, U20, etc.). 

Step 3: Complete your order and your confirmation code will be emailed to you. This code is important, it contains your pre-paid plan and other order details. Keep it secure. 

Step 4: Activate your new line. Go to redpocket.com/activate and enter your confirmation code. During the activation process, transfer your phone number over from another wireless carrier or get a new phone number. 

Step 5: After activation, you'll receive your eSIM download instructions. Click here to learn how to install your eSIM once you've received it.