Top 10 mobile phone providers in Australia

Compare the top 10 popular mobile service providers in Australia

1. Lyca Mobile
2. felix
3. TPG
4. Dodo
5. amaysim
6. Boost Mobile
7. Optus
8. Tangerine
9. Kogan Mobile
10. iiNet

1. Lyca Mobile - Big data, low price

Lyca Mobile uses Vodafone’s 4G and 5G networks and is known for running big discounts and bonus data offers.

It won Best Long Expiry Prepaid Mobile Provider at Finder’s 2026 Mobile Awards and was highly commended in the Best Value Prepaid Mobile Provider category.

Most popular Lyca Mobile plan on Finder:

Checked 6 November 2026

Finder Score	Provider Rating	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
9.5 Excellent Lyca Mobile Medium Long Term Finder AwardPrepaidNo lock-in contract SAVE $90 $240 $150 for first recharge	9.5 Excellent	3.2/5 See 10 reviews	360GB Vodafone 4G/5G network	$240 per 360 day recharge per 360 day recharge $240 per 360 days expiry per 360 days expiry	SAVE $90 $240 $150 for first recharge	Discount: $150 on activation, then $240/recharge. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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We've scored 290+ mobile plans on everything from cost to data allowance and important features.

Our experts give each plan a score out of 10 - totally fair, with no commercial strings attached.

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Lyca Mobile could be the right fit if you:

• Want access to unlimited international calls to 35 to 59 selected countries.
• Prefer to ease of signing up via an eSIM.
• Would like the option to bank unused data up to 500GB.

• Keep in mind: You’ll get charged extra for using its Multimedia Messaging Service ($0.62 per MMS). Lyca Mobile also splits data allowances into 30-day blocks on its long-expiry prepaid plans.

2. felix mobile - The only provider in Australia with unlimited data mobile plans

felix offers affordable month-to-month plans on the Vodafone network and stands out as the only provider in Australia with a couple of mobile plans that have no data caps.

The catch is that download speeds are capped at 40Mbps or 80Mbps, depending on the plan you choose. Both are fast enough for everyday mobile use, including social media, streaming, browsing and more.

felix also won multiple accolades in Finder's 2026 Mobile Providers Customer Satisfaction Awards: Most Loved Mobile Provider, Most Trusted Mobile Provider and Legendary Service Mobile Provider.

Most popular felix plan on Finder:

Checked 6 November 2026

Finder Score	Provider Rating	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
9.9 Excellent felix Subscription Unlimited Finder AwardMost LovedNo lock-in contract SAVE $120 $40 $20 per month for first 6 months	9.9 Excellent	4.0/5 See 93 reviews	Unlimited Vodafone 4G/5G network	$40 per month per month $40 per month per month	SAVE $120 $40 $20 per month for first 6 months	Coupon code: $20/mth for first 6 months, then $40/mth. Use promo code UNL40. Ends 30 Nov 2026. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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We've scored 290+ mobile plans on everything from cost to data allowance and important features.

Our experts give each plan a score out of 10 - totally fair, with no commercial strings attached.

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felix could be the right fit if you:

• Want unlimited data and don't mind speed caps.
• Would rather avoid speed caps, but appreciate the idea of endless data on its other month-to-month plans. What this means is that your download speeds will be slowed to 1.5Mbps once you've exhausted your monthly data allowance. It's the best way to avoid excess data charges.
• Care about the environment and appreciate that felix plants one tree per active subscription each month.

• Keep in mind: felix offers purely digital customer support, which might not work for some people.

3. TPG - 50% off mobile plans for 6 months

TPG's prepaid mobile plans stack up well against our $1 per GB benchmark, both before and after factoring in its 6-month discounts.

This is one of the main reasons it won the title of Best Value Prepaid Mobile Provider in the 2026 Finder Product Awards.

Most popular TPG plan on Finder:

Checked 6 November 2026

Finder Score	Provider Rating	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
8 Great TPG Small Finder AwardPrepaidNo lock-in contract SAVE $90 $30 $15 per month for first 6 months	8 Great	4.0/5 See 337 reviews	30GB Vodafone 4G/5G network	$30 per month per month $30 per month per month	SAVE $90 $30 $15 per month for first 6 months	$20 Reward Finder Rewards: Join Finder then buy an eligible mobile plan through Finder as a new TPG customer to receive a $20 digital Visa gift card. Ends 30 Nov 2026. T&Cs apply. Discount: Save 50% off mobile plans. $15/mth for first 6 months, then $30/mth. New connections only. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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Our experts give each plan a score out of 10 - totally fair, with no commercial strings attached.

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TPG could be the right fit if you:

• Sign up to this plan through Finder and get a $20 Finder Reward in the form of a Visa gift card.
• Want unlimited international calls and texts to standard numbers across 31 selected countries on its medium and large plans. Or, 100 minutes on its small plan.
• Are already with TPG for internet and want to save an additional $5 a month by bundling its medium or large prepaid mobile plan.
• Want the option to sign up via an eSIM if you have a compatible handset.

• Keep in mind: Download speeds are capped at 150Mbps on the small and medium plans, and 250Mbps on the large plan. However, both speeds are enough for online activities on your phone such as streaming Netflix, video calls and more.

4. Dodo - Big perks, budget-friendly price

Dodo offers budget-friendly mobile plans on the Optus 4G and 5G network.

It's one of the few providers with mobile and broadband plans, making it easy to bundle all your utilities in one place.

In fact, you can save up to $15 a month by doing just that.

Most popular Dodo plan on Finder:

Checked 6 November 2026

Finder Score	Provider Rating	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
8.7 Great Dodo $30 PostpaidNo lock-in contract SAVE $90 $30 $15 per month for first 6 months	8.7 Great	4.1/5 See 298 reviews	40GB Optus 4G/5G network	$30 per month per month $30 per month per month	SAVE $90 $30 $15 per month for first 6 months	$20 Reward Finder Rewards: Join Finder then buy an eligible mobile plan through Finder as a new Dodo customer to receive a $20 digital Visa gift card. Ends 30 Nov 2026. T&Cs apply. Black Friday Deal: $15/mth for first 6 months, then $30/mth. Ends 8 Dec 2026. Plan price may change. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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We've scored 290+ mobile plans on everything from cost to data allowance and important features.

Our experts give each plan a score out of 10 - totally fair, with no commercial strings attached.

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Dodo could be the right fit if you:

• Want a $20 Finder Reward (in the form of a Visa gift card) when you sign up to this plan through Finder.
• Don't want your unused data to go to waste. There's no limit on how much data you can bank.
• Want international call credit. You can get anywhere between $100 to $400 in credit depending on the plan.
• Would like to avoid bill shock. You won't be charged for going over your data limit. Dodo will simply slow your speeds to 256Kbps until your next billing cycle.
• Would like the option of adding an international roaming pack when heading overseas.
• Want to save up to $15 a month when you bundle your internet, mobile and energy plans. Dodo also offers a $19 a month mobile plan with unlimited data when you bundle your mobile and internet services

• Keep in mind: Download speeds on its 5G network are capped at 150Mbps. However, this is fast enough for all kinds of online activities on your phone such as streaming, gaming, browsing and social media.

5. amaysim - Unlimited data banking and other perks

amaysim offers a variety of month-to-month and long-expiry plans with plenty of perks, such as unlimited data banking, international call inclusions, the option to add roaming packs and more.

It was also highly commended in the 2026 Finder Mobile Customer Satisfaction Awards for value, reliability, trust, quality service and being a recommended and loved brand.

Most popular amaysim plan on Finder:

Checked 6 November 2026

Finder Score	Provider Rating	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
8.5 Great amaysim 42GB Plan PrepaidNo lock-in contract SAVE $23 + BONUS DATA $35 $12 for first recharge 42GB 75GB for first 3 recharges	8.5 Great	4.3/5 See 957 reviews	42GB Optus 4G/5G network	$35 per 28 day recharge per 28 day recharge $35 per 28 days expiry per 28 days expiry	SAVE $23 + BONUS DATA $35 $12 for first recharge 42GB 75GB for first 3 recharges	$40 Reward Finder Rewards: Join Finder then purchase any eligible amaysim 28-day mobile SIM plan and stay active for 60 consecutive days to receive a $40 digital Visa gift card. Ends 30 Nov 2026. T&Cs apply. Black Friday Deal: 75GB for $12 for first recharge, 75GB for $35 on the next 2 recharges, then 42GB for $35/recharge. Ends 15 Nov 2026. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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Our experts give each plan a score out of 10 - totally fair, with no commercial strings attached.

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amaysim could be the right fit if you:

• Sign up to this plan through Finder and get a $40 Finder Reward in the form of a Visa gift card.
• Want to bank an unlimited amount of data for future use.
• Make unlimited international calls to 28 or 42 selected countries, depending on the plan.
• Want the option to sign up via an eSIM.
• Would like to bundle mobile and internet with amaysim and save $10 a month on broadband.
• Want to pair your number with a compatible smartwatch.

• Keep in mind: 5G download speeds are capped 150-200Mbps depending on the plan. However, this is plenty for online activities on your phone such as browsing, streaming and gaming.

6. Boost Mobile - Get full Telstra coverage without the hefty price tag

Boost Mobile is the only smaller provider offering the same 4G and 5G coverage as Telstra.

Other providers on the Telstra network typically have slightly reduced coverage, making Boost a unique option, especially for long-expiry plans.

Most popular Boost Mobile plan on Finder:

Checked 6 November 2026

Finder Score	Provider Rating	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
9.4 Excellent Boost $180 SIM PrepaidNo lock-in contract BONUS DATA 100GB 180GB for first recharge	9.4 Excellent	4.1/5 See 442 reviews	100GB Telstra 4G/5G network	$180 per 186 day recharge per 186 day recharge $180 per 186 days expiry per 186 days expiry	BONUS DATA 100GB 180GB for first recharge	Bonus data offer: 180GB for first recharge, then 100GB/recharge. Activate by 15 Feb 2027. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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Our experts give each plan a score out of 10 - totally fair, with no commercial strings attached.

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Boost Mobile could be the right fit if you:

• Want access to unlimited international calls and texts to selected countries and have the option to add on international roaming when heading overseas.
• Prefer having access to a mobile app that can help you track your data usage and manage your plan.
• Want the option to roll over unused data so it doesn't go to waste (only available on 28-day expiry plans).

• Keep in mind: Download speeds are capped at 150-250Mbps depending on the plan. However, this is more than enough speed for online activities on your phone.

7. Optus - Unlimited data weekends, phone plans and streaming perks

Optus’s prepaid plans are a more affordable option if you’d rather go directly with the telco than choose a smaller provider that uses its network.

Most of its 28-day plans also include unlimited weekend data, excluding the entry-level plan and its longer 180- and 365-day options.

Its postpaid SIM-only plans are worth a look too, particularly if you’re planning to bundle your plan with a handset on a repayment contract.

Most popular Optus plan on Finder:

Checked 6 November 2026

Finder Score	Provider Rating	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
8 Great Optus Plus Promo plan $60 PostpaidNo lock-in contract SAVE $252 + BONUS DATA $60 $39 per month for first 12 months 60GB 100GB per month for first 12 months	8 Great	3.8/5 See 2335 reviews	60GB Optus 4G/5G network	$60 per month per month $60 per month per month	SAVE $252 + BONUS DATA $60 $39 per month for first 12 months 60GB 100GB per month for first 12 months	$100 Reward Finder Rewards: Join Finder then buy an eligible postpaid SIM only mobile plan through Finder as a new Optus customer to receive a $100 digital Visa gift card. Ends 30 Nov 2026. T&Cs apply. Pay $39/mth for a year, then $60/mth. 100GB/mth for a year, then 60GB/mth. Ends 12 Nov 2026. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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We've scored 290+ mobile plans on everything from cost to data allowance and important features.

Our experts give each plan a score out of 10 - totally fair, with no commercial strings attached.

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Optus could be the right fit if you:

• Want more bang for your buck. You can get a $100 digital Visa gift card when you sign up to an Optus postpaid plan through Finder. This increases to $200 when you bundle a device with your plan.
• Want to roll over unused data (up to 200GB) on prepaid plans.
• Don’t want excess data charges on its postpaid SIM-only plans. Your download speeds will slow to 1.5Mbps until the next billing cycle.
• Want access to international minutes and texts, and the option to add international roaming.
• Would like to sign up quickly with an eSIM if you have a compatible handset.

• Keep in mind: Optus offers streaming perks, such as credit toward subscriptions bundled via Optus SubHub, on select postpaid plans only.

8. Tangerine - Bundling discounts and more

Tangerine initially started out with great-value broadband deals, but it’s brought that same bang-for-buck approach to mobile plans too.

Most popular Tangerine plan on Finder:

Checked 6 November 2026

Finder Score	Provider Rating	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
8.1 Great Tangerine 75GB 5G SIM PostpaidNo lock-in contract No special offer	8.1 Great	4.3/5 See 10 reviews	75GB Wholesale Telstra 4G/5G network	$42 per month per month $42 per month per month	No special offer	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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We've scored 290+ mobile plans on everything from cost to data allowance and important features.

Our experts give each plan a score out of 10 - totally fair, with no commercial strings attached.

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Tangerine could be the right fit if you:

• Want a bundling discount. Get 10% off your monthly mobile bill when you pair it with an internet plan.
• Don’t want your unused data to go to waste. You can bank up to 1000GB.
• Want unlimited international calls to 15 selected countries and the option to add on travel packs when heading overseas.

• Keep in mind: There’s a $3.50 charge for non-direct debit payments.

9. Kogan Mobile - For the budget seekers

Kogan's mobile plans offer pretty good value for money, especially for those committing to its 365-day plans.

That's why Kogan was highly commended in the 2026 Finder Mobile Awards in the Best Long Expiry Prepaid Mobile Provider category.

Most popular Kogan plan on Finder:

Checked 6 November 2026

Finder Score	Provider Rating	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
8.8 Great Kogan Medium 365 Days Flex PrepaidNo lock-in contract SAVE $31 + BONUS DATA $190 $159 for first recharge 200GB 300GB for first recharge	8.8 Great	3.9/5 See 75 reviews	200GB Vodafone 4G network	$190 per 365 day recharge per 365 day recharge $190 per 365 days expiry per 365 days expiry	SAVE $31 + BONUS DATA $190 $159 for first recharge 200GB 300GB for first recharge	Discount and bonus data: 300GB for $159 for first recharge, then 200GB for $190/recharge. Ends 10 Nov 2026. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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We've scored 290+ mobile plans on everything from cost to data allowance and important features.

Our experts give each plan a score out of 10 - totally fair, with no commercial strings attached.

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Kogan could be the right fit if you:

• Want to BYO number and switch in minutes with an eSIM. You just need a compatible handset.
• Would like to earn Qantas Points. You'll get 1 point for every $2 spent on Kogan Mobile.

• Keep in mind: Kogan's mobile plans run on the Vodafone network. Its coverage may be patchy if you live in rural or regional Australia. This is important, especially if you want a long expiry plan.

10. iiNet - Half-price mobile plans for 6 months

All three of iiNet’s SIM-only prepaid plans stack up well against our $1 per GB benchmark, though its medium and large plans offer the most bang for buck.

Most popular iiNet plan on Finder:

Checked 6 November 2026

Finder Score	Provider Rating	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
8.3 Great iiNet Large Plan PrepaidNo lock-in contract SAVE $135 $45 $22.50 per month for first 6 months	8.3 Great	4.2/5 See 169 reviews	100GB Vodafone 4G/5G network	$45 per month per month $45 per month per month	SAVE $135 $45 $22.50 per month for first 6 months	Discount: Save 50% off mobile plans. $22.50/mth for first 6 months, then $45/mth. New connections only. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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We've scored 290+ mobile plans on everything from cost to data allowance and important features.

Our experts give each plan a score out of 10 - totally fair, with no commercial strings attached.

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iiNet could be the right fit if you:

• Want unlimited international calls and texts to standard numbers across 31 selected countries on its medium and large plans. Or, 100 minutes on its small plan.
• Are keen on a bundling discount. You can save an extra $5 a month after the 6-month promo period when you have an iiNet internet plan and a medium or large SIM-only plan.
• Want the option to sign up via an eSIM if you have a compatible handset.

• Keep in mind: Download speeds are capped at 150Mbps on the small and medium plans, and 250Mbps on the large plan. However, these speeds are fast enough for online activities on your phone, such as streaming and gaming.

Who is the best mobile phone provider in Australia?

The best provider for you is going to depend on what you value most in a mobile phone company. That can range from anything such as network, price or included plan features.

There are a few stand-outs that we've awarded across a range of categories to help narrow down the list for you.

2026 Finder Award for Best Unlimited Data Mobile Provider

felix mobile notched a top spot in this category. It's the only provider in Australia to offer a truly unlimited data plan, with no monthly caps.

Full list of 2026 winners

2026 Finder Award for Best High Data Mobile Provider

• Winner: Vodafone

• Highly commended: Swoop

• Highly commended: Moose Mobile

Full list of 2026 winners

2026 Finder Award for Best Value Prepaid Mobile Provider

• Winner: TPG

• Highly commended: iiNet

• Highly commended: Kogan Mobile

• Highly commended: Lyca Mobile

• Highly commended: OnePass Mobile

Full list of 2026 winners

2026 Finder Award for Best Long Expiry Prepaid Mobile Provider

• Winner: Lyca Mobile

• Highly commended: Kogan Mobile

• Highly commended: Lebara

Full list of 2026 winners

2026 Finder Award for Best Value SIM Only Mobile Provider

• Winner: SpinTel

• Highly commended: Moose Mobile

• Highly commended: TPG

• Highly commended: iiNet

Full list of 2026 winners

How do you compare mobile service providers in Australia?

When looking for a new mobile phone plan you'll want to consider a few factors:

Network

This determines the kind of coverage you get. Those outside of metropolitan cities should focus on plans on the Telstra or Optus network. If you're looking at 5G plans, make sure to check the provider's coverage map before you sign up.

Price

Decide how much you're willing to spend and whether you want a postpaid or prepaid plan. Postpaid plans are month-to-month but prepaid plans are more flexible with monthly, short-term and long-expiry plans up to 365 days.

Data

Australians download around 14GB of data on average every month according to the ACCC. However, everyone's usage is different. Look at your online account, phone app or previous bills to see how much data you use and sign up for a plan accordingly.

Features

Consider which features are most important to you. Some plans include endless data with speed caps while others offer data rollover. You can get plans with or without international calls and handy options such as data rollover or Wi-Fi calling.

"Inclusions like unlimited calls and texts are pretty standard on mobile plans these days. When you're picking a plan, look out for considerations like data amounts, data speed and extra data charges. Look out for inclusions like international calls, too. These can make a big difference to your overall mobile spend."

Tom Goodwin

Senior editor

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Frequently asked questions

• What are the differences between mobile networks in Australia?

  The primary difference between mobile networks in Australia is coverage. Each network covers the following percentage of Australians:

  • Telstra: 99.7%
  • Optus: 98.5%
  • Vodafone: 99%

  Where it gets a little tricky is when we start to include smaller network providers known as MVNOs. These providers don't own their own mobile network but basically rent it out to sell their own plans.

  MVNO network coverage really only differs for Telstra. Apart from Boost Mobile, all other Telstra MVNOs operate on the wholesale Telstra network which covers 98.8% of Australians.

  MVNOs that use the Optus and Vodafone mobile networks have the same coverage as Optus and Vodafone themselves.

• Who has the best mobile plans in Australia?

  This can vary month-to-month depending on which mobile phone provider's offering the best deal.

  Luckily for you, we handpick the best mobile plans in Australia every month, looking at factors such as network, price, data allowance, excess data charges and more.

  Check out our top picks for this month and find out which mobile plans have made the cut.

• Is there an alternative to Telstra?

  If you want access to Telstra's network without paying higher prices, look for a Telstra MVNO. Boost Mobile is a great option as it has access to the full Telstra network. Other Telstra network providers use parts of the Telstra wholesale network rather than the full network, which covers 98.8% of Australians instead of 99.7%.

  There's only a 0.7% difference between Telstra's wholesale network and its full one, but this difference may be noticeable for those in rural and regional parts of Australia.

• Is Telstra better than Optus?

  There are lots of differences between Telstra and Optus – even Vodafone. Depending on what you need in a mobile plan, it's hard to say which one is better than the other.

  Optus mobile plans tend to be cheaper, but Telstra's network is superior, reaching the largest amount of the Australian population.

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Mariam Gabaji

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