iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max plans – so you can do premium on a budget

Get your hands on the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max on a plan from Optus, Vodafone, or Telstra. HINT: There are bunch of great deals flying around right now.

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Key takeaways

  • The iPhone 16 Pro models launched from $1,799 outright in September 2024.
  • Optus and Vodafone plans can include extras such as SubHub bundling and BINGE; check each provider for current promotions.
  • Trade-in your old device with Telstra or Vodafone; Finder Rewards can also provide cashback.

Apple has since released newer models, including the iPhone 17, iPhone Air and iPhone 18 Pro, so the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max are no longer its latest phones. For plans on the current range, see our iPhone plans guide.

How much do the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max cost?

Here's what Apple charged for each model when they launched in September 2024 (Australian RRP).

ModelAustralian RRP
Apple iPhone 16 Pro 128GB$1,799
Apple iPhone 16 Pro 256GB$1,999
Apple iPhone 16 Pro 512GB$2,349
Apple iPhone 16 Pro 1TB$2,699
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB$2,149
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 512GB$2,499
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 1TB$2,849

Optus iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max plans and deals

Optus promotions on the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max change often, so:

  • Check Optus's website for its current plan promotions and any device offers before you sign up.
  • Compare Optus with the Telstra and Vodafone options below, and with SIM-only plans if you buy the phone outright.

Signing up to an Optus plan can give you access to:

  • Endless data. Your speeds will be capped at 1.5Mbps once you've chewed through your data allowance
  • Data sharing across eligible linked accounts
  • Unlimited international calls and texts to 35 selected destinations (on its Medium plan and above)
  • Up to 10% in savings when you bundle 3 or more subscriptions via Optus SubHub or up to $20 every month on streaming when you sign up to the Large Choice

Vodafone iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max plans and deals

Vodafone promotions on the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max change often, so check Vodafone's website for its current plan and device offers before you sign up.

You can also trade in an eligible device to get a trade-in credit when you stay connected to an eligible plan over 12, 24 or 36 months. Going this route can help you save on the overall cost of the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max especially if you have an older handset you'd like to sell.

On a Vodafone plan, you'll also get:

  • No excess charges. Your speeds will be capped at 2Mbps once you've used up your data allowance
  • 3 months of BINGE for both new and returning customers
  • Unlimited international texts on all plans
  • Unlimited international minutes to Zone 1 countries and 300 minutes to Zone 2 countries on the medium and large SIM-only plans
  • $5 a day roaming to use your regular SIM-only plan overseas

Telstra iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max plans and deals

Check Telstra's website for any current iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max deals. You can also trade in an eligible device to get credit to your account.

With a Telstra mobile plan, you'll get:

  • Access to the largest 4G and 5G networks in Australia
  • No excess data charges. Your speeds will be capped at 1.5Mbps once you've used up your data allowance
  • Unlimited international texts to all countries and at least 30 minutes of free calls

When did the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max come out?

Apple unveiled the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max series on 13 September 2024.

Both models went on sale on 20 September 2024.

You can read our roundup of first impressions following the launch of the iPhone 16 series launch if you're unsure whether to get either the Pro or Pro Max model on a plan.

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