No SIM. No waiting.
Just instant connection.
Scan a QR code and you're connected in minutes. No physical SIM, no delivery. Available on iPhone, Samsung, Google Pixel, and more.
Connected in three steps
The entire process from order to connected takes under 10 minutes.
Choose your plan
Select the plan that suits you and checkout online. Takes about 2 minutes.
Receive your QR code
We email you a QR code within minutes of your order being confirmed.
Scan and go live
Scan in phone Settings > Mobile Data > Add eSIM. You're connected instantly.
Same great plans as our physical SIM — activated instantly by QR code instead of delivery. Choose your plan when you activate, not at checkout.
Just Calls & Texts
Calls & texts only
- ✓Unlimited UK calls
- ✓Unlimited UK texts
- ✓No data allowance
- ✓UK's best 4G network
- ✓No contract
3GB
Light use
data/month
- ✓Unlimited UK calls
- ✓Unlimited UK texts
- ✓3GB data
- ✓UK's best 4G network
- ✓No contract
10GB
Casual use
data/month
- ✓Unlimited UK calls
- ✓Unlimited UK texts
- ✓10GB data
- ✓UK's best 4G network
- ✓No contract
30GB
Everyday use
data/month
- ✓Unlimited UK calls
- ✓Unlimited UK texts
- ✓30GB data
- ✓UK's best 4G & 5G network
- ✓No contract
100GB
Heavy users
data/month
- ✓Unlimited UK calls
- ✓Unlimited UK texts
- ✓100GB data
- ✓UK's best 4G & 5G network
- ✓No contract
Unlimited
Power users
data/month
- ✓Unlimited UK calls
- ✓Unlimited UK texts
- ✓Unlimited data
- ✓UK's best 4G & 5G network
- ✓No contract
Instant QR code · choose plan at activation · no contract
Is your phone eSIM compatible?
Search your model below — we cover 200+ devices across every major brand.
Why choose eSIM?
eSIM technology has made switching mobile provider faster and easier than ever. Where a physical SIM requires waiting for delivery and physically inserting a card, an eSIM activates via a QR code — no post, no waiting, no fiddling with a SIM tray.
eSIMs are particularly popular with travellers who want to pre-load a travel data plan before flying, tech-savvy users who want instant activation, and anyone with a new device who doesn't want to wait for delivery.
Another key advantage is dual SIM capability. Most modern smartphones can run a physical SIM and an eSIM simultaneously. This means you can keep your existing number active while using a IQ Mobile eSIM for data — ideal for frequent travellers who want a local number and a travel data plan on the same device.
All IQ Mobile eSIM plans run on the best UK 5G network — the same reliable infrastructure used by all our physical SIM plans. There is no difference in network quality, call reliability, or data speeds between our physical and eSIM plans.
Prefer a physical SIM?
No problem — every eSIM plan is available as a physical SIM card too, with free next-day Royal Mail delivery.
What is an eSIM?▾
An eSIM (embedded SIM) is a digital SIM built into your device. Instead of a physical card, you activate it by scanning a QR code in your phone's settings. It works exactly like a regular SIM but takes seconds to activate.
How do I know if my phone supports eSIM?▾
Most iPhones from XR onwards and flagship Android phones from 2020 onwards support eSIM. On iPhone, go to Settings > General > About and look for "Available SIMs". On Android, go to Settings > Network and check for eSIM options. If you're unsure, call us on 01225 588101.
How quickly will I be connected after ordering?▾
Within minutes. Once your order is confirmed, we'll email you a QR code. Scan it in your phone settings and you're live — typically in under 5 minutes.
Can I have both a physical SIM and eSIM in the same phone?▾
Yes. Most modern smartphones support dual SIM (one physical + one eSIM). This lets you keep your existing number on your physical SIM and activate the IQ Mobile eSIM separately — great for keeping a UK number while using a travel eSIM abroad.
Can I transfer my eSIM to a new phone?▾
Yes, but this requires a new eSIM code. Contact us at help@helloiq.uk or call 01225 588101 and we'll arrange a transfer free of charge.
Is an eSIM as reliable as a physical SIM?▾
Yes. eSIMs connect to exactly the same network as physical SIMs. The technology is mature and used by millions of UK customers. There is no difference in call quality, data speeds, or network reliability.
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