eSIM Advantages & Disadvantages | What Travellers Must Know
If you notice, most people in India never think about eSIMs when buying a new phone. It is not something we check or compare. We only notice it later when we try to use two numbers and realise the phone has only one physical SIM slot but supports eSIM. That is when the questions start. How does an eSIM work? Is it better than a physical SIM? What are the advantages and disadvantages of eSIM? Is it safe? Should I switch? Since eSIM is still new and a little confusing for many users, these questions are completely normal. So let’s make everything simple. By the end of this guide, you will know what an eSIM is, how it works, the real benefits, the drawbacks, and whether switching to an eSIM makes sense for you. Excited? Me too. Let’s get started. What is an eSIM and how does it work? (Quick recap) An eSIM is a built-in digital SIM inside your phone. It works exactly like a physical SIM card, but you do not need to insert anything. You simply scan a QR code provided by your carrier, ...
