Xcode Download Simulators Updated May 2026

xcrun simctl runtime delete "iOS 17.5" To list runtime identifiers first:

Remember to periodically audit your installed simulators – old runtimes from two major OS versions ago can usually be removed safely, freeing up valuable SSD space for your next project. Need to test on a specific device type (iPhone 15 Pro, Apple Watch Ultra)? Once the runtime is downloaded, open Window → Devices and Simulators in Xcode to create any simulated device you need. xcode download simulators

xcrun simctl runtime list -a To see downloadable but not yet installed runtimes: xcrun simctl runtime delete "iOS 17

xcodebuild -downloadPlatform iOS -version 17.5 Or download all available runtimes for a platform: xcode download simulators