Compare Switch Adapters

Switch Pro is the straightforward choice for compatible Android phones. Switch Max provides greater flexibility across compatible Android and iPhone setups. Add the Bluetooth eSIM Card Reader when you need to download and manage profiles from an iPhone or outside a compatible Android phone.

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Compatibility depends on the exact device model, regional variant, operating system, physical SIM slot, carrier-lock status and installed eSIM plan.

Switch currently describes Pro as primarily intended for Android, Max as the Android-and-iPhone option, and the Bluetooth reader as the profile-management option for iPhone and devices that cannot directly configure the adapter.

Quick recommendation

  • Choose Switch Pro if:

    • You use a compatible Android phone.
    • You want to install and manage profiles through the Switch Android app.
    • You do not need to manage profiles directly from an iPhone.
    • You want the most affordable entry point into the Switch system.
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  • Choose Switch Max if:

    • You want greater flexibility across Android and iPhone.
    • You may move the adapter between compatible devices.
    • You want to switch between stored profiles on a supported iPhone setup.
    • You can initially configure the adapter using a compatible Android device.
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  • Choose Max + Bluetooth Reader if:

    • Your main phone is an iPhone.
    • You do not have access to a compatible Android phone.
    • You want to download, activate, deactivate and manage profiles from iPhone.
    • You want to prepare an adapter for a router, hotspot, tablet or IoT device.
    • You prefer a portable profile-management tool independent of the target device.

    The reader supports profile management using compatible Android and iOS apps and connects by Bluetooth or Type-C.

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Which Switch adapter do I need?

FeatureAdapter ProAdapter MaxMax + Bluetooth Reader
PriceFrom $13.57From $20.97From $28.94
eSIM profiles stored151515
Profile download methodSwitch Android appSwitch Android appBluetooth card reader
Works with AndroidYesYesYes
Works with iPhoneYesYesYes
Switches Profiles on iPhoneNoYesYes
Download profiles on iPhoneNoNoYes
Requires companion hardwareNoNoYes (reader included)
Best forAndroid users on one deviceAndroid + iPhone householdsiPhone users, or anyone managing profiles across several devices
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Compare each option

  • Switch Pro: Best for compatible Android phones

    Switch Pro is designed primarily for users who want to manage supported eSIM profiles from a compatible Android phone.

    Insert the adapter into your phone’s physical SIM slot, open the Switch Android app and install a supported profile using the activation details supplied by your eSIM provider.

    Switch Pro is a good fit when:

    • Your main phone runs a compatible version of Android.
    • The phone has a usable physical SIM-card slot.
    • The phone is carrier-unlocked.
    • You want to store multiple travel or local eSIM profiles.
    • You do not need an iPhone-based profile-management workflow.

    Consider Max instead when:

    • You expect to use the adapter in both Android and iPhone devices.
    • You want more flexibility when moving between devices.
    • Your future phone may be an iPhone with a physical SIM slot.

    What is included?

    • Switch Pro physical eSIM adapter
    • Access to the supported Android profile-management workflow
    • Capacity for up to 15 supported eSIM profiles

    Price: From $13.57

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  • Switch Max: Best for Android and iPhone flexibility

    Switch Max is designed for customers who want to use supported eSIM profiles across a broader range of compatible Android and iPhone devices.

    Profiles can be installed from a compatible Android device. Once configured, Max can be inserted into another compatible device with a suitable physical SIM slot.

    Switch Max is a good fit when:

    • You use both Android and iPhone devices.
    • Your iPhone has a physical SIM tray.
    • You want to move a configured adapter between compatible devices.
    • You can use a compatible Android device for initial profile installation.
    • You may add the Bluetooth reader later.

    Important iPhone limitation

    An iPhone may be able to use a profile stored on Switch Max, but iOS does not provide the same direct installation workflow as the Switch Android app.

    If you want to download and manage profiles directly from an iPhone, choose the Max + Bluetooth Reader bundle.

    What is included?

    • Switch Max physical eSIM adapter
    • Android profile-management support on compatible devices
    • Capacity for up to 15 supported eSIM profiles

    Price: From $20.97

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  • Switch Max + Bluetooth Reader: Best for iPhone users

    The Max + Bluetooth Reader bundle is the recommended option when your primary device is an iPhone and you do not want to depend on a separate Android phone to configure the adapter.

    Insert Switch Max into the reader, connect the reader to the supported app and install your provider’s eSIM profile. You can then select the required profile and move the configured adapter to a compatible phone, router, hotspot, tablet or other device.

    Choose the bundle when:

    • You need to manage profiles from an iPhone.
    • You do not own a compatible Android phone.
    • Your target device cannot install eSIM profiles itself.
    • You want a reusable external management tool.
    • You regularly install or change travel eSIM profiles.
    • You configure adapters for several compatible devices.

    What is included?

    • Switch Max physical eSIM adapter
    • Bluetooth eSIM Card Reader
    • Android and iOS reader-management options
    • Bluetooth and Type-C connectivity
    • Capacity for up to 15 supported eSIM profiles on the adapter

    Price: From $28.94

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What does the Bluetooth eSIM Card Reader do?

  • Use the reader to:

    • Download supported eSIM profiles.
    • Activate or deactivate stored profiles.
    • Select the profile you want to use.
    • Manage an adapter from a compatible iPhone.
    • Configure an adapter before inserting it into a router or hotspot.
    • Troubleshoot profiles outside the target device.
    • Manage adapters when the target Android device cannot configure them directly.

  • You probably need the reader if:

    • Your only phone is an iPhone.
    • Your device has no compatible profile-management interface.
    • You plan to use Switch in a router, hotspot or IoT device.
    • You want profile management to be independent of your everyday phone.

  • You may not need the reader if:

    • You use Switch Pro or Max only in a compatible Android phone.
    • The Switch Android app can install and manage profiles successfully.
    • You rarely move or change profiles.
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How Switch eSIM works

  • 1. Choose a compatible adapter

    Select Pro for a primarily Android workflow, Max for Android-and-iPhone flexibility, or Max + Reader for iPhone-based and external profile management.

  • 2. Install a supported eSIM profile

    Use a compatible Android phone or the Bluetooth Card Reader to scan the provider’s QR code or enter the supplied activation details.

    Connect to reliable Wi-Fi and keep the activation details private.

  • 3. Select your profile

    Label and select the profile you want to use. The adapter can hold multiple supported profiles, but it presents the selected profile to the device.

  • 4. Insert the adapter

    Insert the configured adapter into a compatible physical SIM slot. Restart the device if required.

  • 5. Connect to the network

    Select the Switch adapter for mobile data. Enter the provider’s APN and enable data roaming if the provider requires it.

Check Your Android Phone Before Ordering

Switch adapters typically work with most compatible devices, even if the exact model is not included on our device list.

The fastest way to check an Android phone is through the Switch Android App.

How to check

  1. Download and open the Switch Android App.
  2. Go to the Phone tab.
  3. Find Slot State.
  4. Look for Available SIM 1 or Available SIM 2.

If Available SIM 1 or Available SIM 2 appears next to Slot State, your phone is compatible with a Switch adapter.

P.S Your phone must have a usable physical SIM slot. An eSIM-only device without a physical SIM tray cannot use a Switch adapter.

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  • I only use Android

    Choose Switch Pro for the simplest option.

    It lets you install and manage supported eSIM profiles through the Switch Android App on a compatible phone.

    Recommended: Switch Pro

  • I use Android and iPhone

    Choose Switch Max.

    You can manage profiles using a compatible Android phone and then use the configured adapter in a compatible iPhone with a physical SIM tray.

    Recommended: Switch Max

  • I only use iPhone

    Choose Switch Max with the Bluetooth Card Reader.

    The reader gives you a way to install and manage profiles without relying on a compatible Android phone.

    Your iPhone must have a physical SIM tray.

    Recommended: Switch Max + Bluetooth Reader

  • I want to use a router or hotspot

    Choose Switch Max with the Bluetooth Card Reader.

    Configure the adapter with the reader before placing it in the router or hotspot. You may also need to enter the provider’s APN manually in the device settings.

    Recommended: Switch Max + Bluetooth Reader

  • I frequently switch devices

    Choose Switch Max or Switch Max with the Bluetooth Card Reader.

    Switch Max provides greater flexibility for moving a configured adapter between compatible devices.

    Recommended: Switch Max

  • I want the easiest profile-management setup

    Choose Switch Max with the Bluetooth Card Reader.

    The reader lets you manage the adapter separately, without repeatedly moving it into a compatible Android phone.

    Recommended: Switch Max + Bluetooth Reader
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Important Compatibility Requirements

Physical SIM slot

Your target device must have a compatible physical SIM-card slot.

Switch adapters cannot be inserted into devices that are eSIM-only or do not have a removable SIM tray.

Unlocked device

Your phone or connected device should be carrier-unlocked.

A locked device may reject the adapter or prevent it from connecting to another carrier.

Compatible eSIM provider

Your eSIM provider must offer an activation method that can be used with Switch.

Some providers may:

  • Require activation through their own app
  • Restrict profiles to approved devices
  • Perform IMEI checks
  • Limit profile downloads
  • Prevent third-party adapter use

Network support

The target device must support the network bands used by the carrier.

A Switch adapter does not add 4G, LTE, or 5G bands to your device.

Provider settings

Depending on your provider, you may need to:

  • Enter the APN manually
  • Enable data roaming
  • Restart the device
  • Select the correct profile
  • Choose the appropriate network mode

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between Switch Pro and Switch Max?

Switch Pro is intended for compatible Android setups.

Switch Max offers greater flexibility and can be used with compatible Android phones and iPhones. It can also be managed with the Bluetooth Card Reader.

Which adapter is best for Android?

Choose Switch Pro if you only plan to use a compatible Android phone.

Choose Switch Max if you may also use an iPhone or want greater flexibility in the future.

Which adapter is best for iPhone?

Choose Switch Max for an iPhone with a compatible physical SIM tray.

Add the Bluetooth Card Reader if you do not have access to a compatible Android phone or want to manage profiles externally.

Can I use Switch Pro in an iPhone?

Switch Pro is intended for compatible Android devices. Choose Switch Max for a compatible iPhone.

Do I need the Bluetooth Card Reader?

You do not need the reader if you can install and manage profiles with a compatible Android phone.

The reader is recommended if:

  • Your primary device is an iPhone.
  • You do not have a compatible Android phone.
  • Your target device cannot manage profiles.
  • You want to use Switch in a router, hotspot, or IoT device.
  • You prefer to manage profiles outside your target device.

Does the Bluetooth Card Reader include Switch Max?

Select the Switch Max + Bluetooth Reader bundle if you need both products. Clearly review the product listing before ordering to confirm what is included.

Can I add the Bluetooth Card Reader later?

Yes. If you already have Switch Max, you can add a compatible Bluetooth Card Reader later.

Does Switch include an eSIM plan?

No. The Switch adapter and Bluetooth Card Reader are hardware products.

You will need to purchase a compatible eSIM plan separately from an eSIM provider.

Can one Switch adapter store multiple profiles?

Switch adapters are designed to store supported eSIM profiles. The exact number of profiles and how they are managed may depend on the adapter model, profile size, and provider.

Check the product specifications before ordering if profile capacity is important to you.

Can I use Switch in more than one device?

You can move a configured adapter between compatible devices.

Only the device containing the adapter can actively use its selected profile. Device, carrier, and provider restrictions may apply.

Will Switch make an eSIM-only phone compatible with physical SIM cards?

No. Switch is a physical adapter and requires a physical SIM-card slot.

It cannot be inserted into an eSIM-only phone without a physical SIM tray.

How can I check whether my Android phone is compatible?

Open the Switch Android App and go to the Phone tab.

If you see Available SIM 1 or Available SIM 2 next to Slot State, your phone is compatible.

What if my device is not on the compatibility list?

That does not necessarily mean it is incompatible.

Switch adapters work with many devices that have not yet been added to the list. Use the Switch Android App to check an Android phone directly, or contact Switch Support for help with another device type.

Still Not Sure? Answer these three questions:

  • 1. Do you only use Android?

    Choose Switch Pro.

    The simple choice for compatible Android phones.

    Order Switch Pro 

  • 2. Do you want to use the adapter with an iPhone?

    Choose Switch Max.

    The flexible choice for compatible Android phones and iPhones.

    Order Switch Max 

  • 3. Do you need to manage profiles without an Android phone?

    Choose Switch Max + Bluetooth Reader.

    The complete setup for iPhone-first users, routers, hotspots, and other compatible devices.

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Check Before You Buy

Use the Switch Android App and check Slot State under the Phone tab.

If you see Available SIM 1 or Available SIM 2, your Android phone is compatible.

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