eSIM: Embedded in the device
Physical SIM: Physical, removable card
eSIM: Smaller
Physical SIM: Larger
eSIM: Downloaded digitally
Physical SIM: Inserted manually
eSIM: Yes, can store multiple profiles
Physical SIM: No, typically stores one profile
eSIM: Easier, can be done through software
Physical SIM: Requires physically swapping the card
eSIM: More durable (no physical card to damage)
Physical SIM: Can be damaged, lost, or stolen
eSIM: Generally more secure, harder to swap remotely
Physical SIM: Vulnerable to physical theft and SIM swapping
eSIM: More convenient for international travel
Physical SIM: May require buying local SIMs abroad