eSIMs sound great, but misinformation keeps many travelers on old habits. Here are the most common myths – and quick facts to help you choose confidently before your next trip.

Myth 1: “eSIMs kill my phone number”

Fact: Your number lives on your physical SIM. An eSIM adds a separate data plan. With Dual SIM, calls/SMS stay on your main line while Reconected handles travel data.

Myth 2: “Airport SIMs are safer because they’re physical”

Fact: Physical swaps enable SIM‑swap and tampering. Reconected delivers encrypted profiles directly to your device – no handoffs, no unknown vendors.

Myth 3: “Roaming is simpler than figuring out eSIMs”

Fact: Modern eSIM activation is a 60‑second QR scan. Roaming is “simple” until the bill arrives. Prepaid Reconected plans show price and allowance upfront.

Myth 4: “Coverage is worse on eSIM”

Fact: Reconected partners with top local carriers. Your phone registers to the same 4G/5G networks a physical SIM would use – just without the plastic.

Myth 5: “I’ll lose data if my phone dies”

Fact: The eSIM profile is stored on the device like a setting. Charge up and you’re back online. If you change phones, you can add the profile again via your account.

Myth 6: “Hotspot never works on eSIMs”

Fact: Tethering is supported on most devices and plans. Check the plan page for any country‑specific limits – many travelers use Reconected to share data with laptops.

Myth 7: “eSIMs are only for techies”

Fact: If you can scan a QR code, you can use an eSIM. No shops, no paperwork, no speaking the local language.

Myth 8: “It won’t help on multi‑country trips”

Fact: That’s where eSIMs shine. Pick a regional or global plan once and stop juggling SIM trays at every border.

Myth 9: “Prepaid means I’ll run out and be stuck”

Fact: Top up from your Reconected account in seconds – no profile reinstall. It’s more control, not less.

Myth 10: “Public Wi‑Fi is just as good (and free)”

Fact: Free Wi‑Fi is slow, crowded, and risky for logins or banking. A private cellular connection is faster, more stable, and far safer.

Quick reality check: When an eSIM makes the most sense

• You land late or on tight schedules and can’t hunt for shops
• You cross multiple borders in one trip
• You need secure data for maps, 2FA, banking, and work apps
• You want predictable, prepaid costs – no contracts or bill shock

Bottom line

Most “cons” of eSIMs are myths from the early days. Today, Reconected gives you carrier‑grade networks, prepaid clarity, and safer setup – without plastic or surprises.