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Best mobile plans on the Telstra network

Get Telstra coverage without the expensive price tag with our top picks from Telstra MVNOs. We've compared over 150 mobile plans on the Telstra network to help you find the best deal.

Top pick: Under $25
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12GB
$24
per month
Commbank customers get this plan for $19/mth for the first 12 months, then $21.60/mth. T&Cs apply.
Top pick: Prepaid
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45GB
$35
per 28 days expiry
for the first 3 recharges then 25GB for $35. T&Cs apply. Ends 29.4.24

Finding the best Telstra network mobile plans

Our team of mobile plan experts have compared 150+ mobile plans on the Telstra network from 20+ mobile providers in Australia. We've curated 7 top picks based on price, data and expert analysis. Not every mobile plan will suit your needs so make sure you compare your options before choosing the right one for you.

Why you can trust our research

158 mobile plans on the Telstra network analysed

180+ hours of research

Mariam Gabaji
Expert picks reviewed by Mariam Gabaji – Utilities editor at Finder

Best Telstra network mobile plan under $25: More

More 12GB

12GB

Ongoing

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$24/mth

Ongoing

Get this plan

There aren't many options for cheap Telstra network mobile plans but More has one of the more affordable ones. Existing CommBank customers get a reduced ongoing price for 12 months to make it even cheaper.

Best Telstra network mobile plan under $30: Tangerine

Tangerine 25GB 4G SIM

25GB

Ongoing

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$27/mth

Ongoing


Tangerine is a good value mobile with calls to 15 countries included for under $30, with 25GB of monthly data with on Telstra's wholesale 4G network.

Best Telstra network mobile plan under $40: Tangerine

Tangerine 50GB 5G SIM

50GB

Ongoing

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$38/mth

Ongoing


Tangerine's 50GB plan gives you more bang for your buck, is also one of the few plans with unlimited internationals calls & texts included.

Best Telstra network mobile plan under $50: Belong

Belong 100GB

100GB

Ongoing

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$45/mth

Ongoing

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You won't find a better value Telstra network mobile plan for under $50, with Belong offering the most amount of data at this price point.

Best prepaid Telstra network mobile plan: Boost

Boost $35 SIM

45GB for the first 3 recharges

25GB ongoing

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$35

Ongoing

Get this plan

Get access to the full Telstra network with Boost Mobile without paying Telstra's high prices. There are regular deals on its $35 SIM making it even more worth your buck when you catch it at the right time.

Best 5G Telstra network mobile plan: Belong

Belong 40GB

40GB

Ongoing

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$35/mth

Ongoing

Get this plan

Make the most of fast 5G speeds with Belong's 40GB SIM. You won't pay any extra for 5G access on the Telstra wholesale network, but keep in mind that speeds are capped at 150Mbps.

Best 12-month Telstra network mobile plan: Boost

Boost $230 SIM

170GB for the first 12 months

160GB ongoing

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$230

Ongoing

Get this plan

Boost Mobile's 12-month prepaid plan lets you pay for your plan in advance to scoop up the savings over the year. It's the equivalent of 14GB for $19 a month.

What are the Telstra network providers in Australia?

There are almost 20 smaller providers or MVNOs (mobile virtual network operators) that use Telstra's mobile network.

Keep in mind that access to Telstra's mobile network works in 2 ways:

  • Full Telstra network coverage. This is only available through Telstra itself and Boost Mobile. JB Hi-Fi's mobile plans are a bit of a special case as it resells Telstra's plans under its own brand so it also gets full access. This covers 99.5% of Australians.
  • Wholesale Telstra network coverage. All other MVNOs run off the wholesale network, which covers 98.8% of Australians in comparison. While the difference is only 0.7%, those in regional and rural areas may be affected by the slight decrease in coverage.

We've broken down all the Telstra network providers available on Finder.

ProviderNetwork5G
TelstraFull Telstra
Boost MobileFull Telstra
BelongWholesale Telstra
ALDImobileWholesale Telstra
Everyday MobileWholesale Telstra
TeleChoiceWholesale Telstra
Tangerine TelecomWholesale Telstra
PennytelWholesale Telstra
TelSimWholesale Telstra
numobileWholesale Telstra
MATE MobileWholesale Telstra
KonecWholesale Telstra
BetterLifeWholesale Telstra
EscapenetWholesale Telstra
Exetel MobileWholesale Telstra
JB Hi-FiFull Telstra
CMobileWholesale Telstra
LycamobileWholesale Telstra
MoreWholesale Telstra
GoodtelWholesale Telstra

Having the option for a 5G trial allows you to test speeds before committing to a 5G mobile plan down the line as they can come with the heavier price tag.

You can see the difference between the full Telstra network coverage and wholesale coverage in the images below.

How do you find the best mobile plan on the Telstra network?

The key here is to understand the difference between full Telstra coverage and wholesale.

Apart from Boost Mobile, other smaller providers using Telstra have access to its wholesale 4G network which covers 98.8% of the Aussie population compared to 99.5% on the full network.

Unless you live in a very remote area, Telstra's wholesale network should suit you well.

Expert tip: If you aren't sure Telstra's wholesale network will suit your needs or location, sign up to a cheap plan and take it for a spin. On the off chance that you do notice a difference, just ditch the plan and sign up with Boost Mobile or Telstra itself.

Mariam Gabaji

Mariam Gabaji
Utilities editor

Compare Telstra network mobile plans

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Name Product Data Price Apply Price
Belong 40GB
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
Belong 40GB
Postpaid
Finder Award
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Wholesale Telstra 5G/4G network
40GB
No excess data charges
$35
per month
Go to site
View details
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
40GB
Data
$35
per month
Belong 25GB
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
Belong 25GB
Postpaid
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Wholesale Telstra 5G/4G network
25GB
No excess data charges
$29
per month
Go to site
View details
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
25GB
Data
$29
per month
More 25GB
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
$25/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $27/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
More 25GB
Postpaid
$25/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $27/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Wholesale Telstra 4G/3G network
25GB
$30
per month
Go to site
View details
  • $25/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $27/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
25GB
Data
$30
per month
More 12GB
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
$19/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $21.60/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
More 12GB
Postpaid
$19/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $21.60/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Wholesale Telstra 4G/3G network
12GB
$24
per month
Go to site
View details
  • $19/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $21.60/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
12GB
Data
$24
per month
Belong 100GB
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
Belong 100GB
Postpaid
Finder Award
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Wholesale Telstra 5G/4G network
100GB
No excess data charges
$45
per month
Go to site
View details
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
100GB
Data
$45
per month
Belong 160GB
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
Belong 160GB
Postpaid
Finder Award
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Wholesale Telstra 5G/4G network
160GB
No excess data charges
$55
per month
Go to site
View details
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
160GB
Data
$55
per month
More 50GB 5G
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
$37/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $37.80/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
More 50GB 5G
Postpaid
$37/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $37.80/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Wholesale Telstra 5G/4G network
50GB
$42
per month
Go to site
View details
  • $37/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $37.80/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
50GB
Data
$42
per month
More 32GB 5G
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
$31/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $32.40/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
More 32GB 5G
Postpaid
$31/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $32.40/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Wholesale Telstra 5G/4G network
32GB
$36
per month
Go to site
View details
  • $31/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $32.40/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
32GB
Data
$36
per month
More 150GB 5G
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
$59/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $57.60/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
More 150GB 5G
Postpaid
$59/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $57.60/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Wholesale Telstra 5G/4G network
150GB
$64
per month
Go to site
View details
  • $59/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $57.60/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
150GB
Data
$64
per month
More 80GB 5G
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
$45/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $45/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
More 80GB 5G
Postpaid
$45/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $45/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Wholesale Telstra 5G/4G network
80GB
$50
per month
Go to site
View details
  • $45/mth for the first 12 months for CommBank customers, then $45/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 31.8.24
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
80GB
Data
$50
per month
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Michelle Kwong

I've been with Boost Mobile for 4 years now and have definitely noticed the difference of being on the full Telstra network, compared to the wholesale network. If my partner and I are hiking in the Blue Mountains, his reception will usually fizzle out before mine as he's with Everyday Mobile which runs on the slightly smaller wholesale network.
— Michelle Kwong, Publisher (Mobile & Broadband)

To help you find the right plan, here's a look at what the 10 most popular providers on the Telstra network have to offer.

boost Mobile logo

Boost Mobile

Boost is the only small provider to offer access to the full Telstra 4G/5G network without the premium price tag.

  • International calls included to selected countries
  • Offers data banking until your next recharge
belong mobile logo

Belong

Belong Mobile is Australia's first carbon-neutral mobile provider and is actually owned by Telstra.

  • No excess data charges on its plans – speeds will be capped at 1Mbps until your next recharge if you go over your monthly data allowance
  • Option to add unlimited calls and texts to 30 countries for $5 a month
woolworths mobile logo

Woolworths Mobile

With Woolworths Mobile, you can get a mobile plan on its own or pair your SIM with a phone plan. It stocks the latest Samsung S23 or other popular Android devices.

  • You will also get 10% off your monthly groceries (up to $50) with a Woolworths Mobile plan
  • Data banking is available on most plans up to 500GB
  • Offers unlimited international calls to 22 countries on most of its plans, otherwise you can add on for an extra $5 a month
aldi mobile logo

ALDImobile

Supermarket giant ALDI allows families to pool their data on one account with multiple SIMs. Plus:

  • It offers unlimited data banking for as long as you keep recharging your plan
  • An app to help you manage your details, check balance and track usage
  • Unlimited international calls and texts to 20 countries (except on its $15 plan)
lycamobile logo

Lycamobile

Want to make international calls? Lycamobile's got you covered with some of the best inclusions around.

  • Unlimited international minutes to up to 64 countries depending on plan
  • Also has a multilingual support team
  • Very budget-friendly especially if you're looking for a plan for kids
telechoice mobile logo

TeleChoice

You can sign up to TeleChoice for just a SIM plan or a phone plan. It even lets you buy the phone outright. You also get:

  • Data banking up to 500GB
  • The option to gift 2GB per recharge
  • Postpaid plans come with unlimited international calls to 20 selected countries
pennytel mobile logo

Pennytel

Pennytel's a good option if you don't need much data with your mobile plan.

  • You can also get 10% off your internet when you bundle mobile and NBN
  • Seniors card holders can get $10 credit and 10% off in their first month
telsim mobile logo

Telsim

Telsim sells both mobile plans and refurbished phones which come with a 12-month warranty.

  • You also get data banking up to 500GB as long as you continue recharging your plan before it expires
  • Unlimited international calls and texts to 15 countries or the option to add on $5 credits for calls to 30 countries capped at 60 minutes
numobile logo

numobile

numobile also gives you the option to pair a refurbished handset with one of its mobile plans.

  • It also offers 300GB of data banking on all plans
  • Gives you the option to freeze your plan for up to 3 months if you're travelling
mate mobile logo

MATE

MATE's mobile plans offer great bang for buck and it does one better when you bundle mobile and NBN. In return you'll get $10 off per month. You also get:

  • Data banking up to 500GB
  • Unlimited international calls and texts to 15 selected countries on most plans

How we researched the best mobile plans on the Telstra network

  • We looked at mobile plans in our database designed for personal use that run on both full and wholesale Telstra networks.
  • Other selection criteria to narrow down our shortlist included looking at active Finder partners across the categories which allowed for this.
  • Promotional discounts were also taken into account during scoring.

Best Telstra network mobile plan categories

Each month, we select the best Telstra network mobile plans across 7 categories.

  1. Best Telstra network mobile plan under $25: Based on our internal value scoring system, limiting results to plans equal to or under $25.
  2. Best Telstra network mobile plan under $30: Based on our internal value scoring system, limiting results to plans equal to or under $30.
  3. Best Telstra network mobile plan under $40: Based on our internal value scoring system, limiting results to plans equal to or under $40.
  4. Best Telstra network mobile plan under $50: Based on our internal value scoring system, limiting results to plans equal to or under $50.
  5. Best prepaid plan on the Telstra network: Based on our internal value scoring system, limiting results to prepaid plans equal to or under $35.
  6. Best 5G mobile plan on the Telstra network: Based on our internal value scoring system, limiting results to 5G plans equal to or under $35.
  7. Best 12 month Telstra network plan: Based on our internal value scoring system, limiting results to 12-month and 365-day prepaid plans equal to or under $250.

How does Finder's value scoring system work?

For certain categories, we use a value scoring system to choose the best mobile plan on the Telstra network by scoring the following factors:

  • Cost per gigabyte. This is calculated by taking the price of the plan over 12 months divided by the amount of data (GB). The price includes any promotional offers that are valid for 2 or more weeks from when we selected the plan.
  • Network coverage. We awarded scores depending on how wide the network coverage is across Australia.
  • Data rollover. We weight providers that offer data rollover higher than those that don't have this feature.
  • International calls. We weight providers that offer international calls higher than those that don't have this feature. This includes those that offer unlimited calls or credit/minutes for international purposes.
  • Wi-Fi calling. We weight providers that offer Wi-Fi calling higher than those that don't have this feature.

We then assign a weight to each of the factors in order to calculate a value score. Price and data are given the highest weighting.

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