Top 10 mobile phone providers in Australia

Compare the top 10 popular mobile service providers in Australia

1. felix
2. OnePass Mobile (formerly Catch Connect)
3. TPG
4. Dodo
5. Boost Mobile
6. Belong
7. Exetel
8. Kogan Mobile
9. iiNet
10. Tangerine

1. felix mobile - The only provider in Australia with an unlimited data mobile plan

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

The caveat is there's a 40Mbps download speed cap throughout, though this is still good enough for social media, streaming, browsing and more.

Most popular felix plan on Finder:

Checked 21 September 2026

Finder Score	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
9.6 Excellent felix Subscription Unlimited Finder AwardMost LovedNo lock-in contract SAVE $80 $40 $20 per month for first 4 months	9.6 Excellent	Unlimited Vodafone 4G/5G network	$40 per month per month $40 per month per month	SAVE $80 $40 $20 per month for first 4 months	Coupon code: $20/mth for first 4 months, then $40/mth. Ends 27 Sep 2026. Use promo code 4UNL. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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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.

2. OnePass Mobile (formerly Catch Connect) - Great value long expiry deals

OnePass Mobile offers affordable prepaid plans with unlimited local calls and texts included.

While its month-to-month plans are decent, its long-expiry deals are where you'll get the most bang for your buck.

That’s why OnePass Mobile was highly commended in the Best Value SIM Only Mobile Provider category at the 2026 Finder Product Awards.

Most popular OnePass Mobile plan on Finder:

Checked 21 September 2026

Finder Score	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
9.5 Excellent OnePass Mobile 365 Day Plan 360GB PrepaidNo lock-in contract SAVE $121 + BONUS DATA $300 $179 for first recharge 360GB 450GB for first recharge	9.5 Excellent	360GB Optus 4G/5G network	$300 per 365 day recharge per 365 day recharge $300 per 365 days expiry per 365 days expiry	SAVE $121 + BONUS DATA $300 $179 for first recharge 360GB 450GB for first recharge	Special offer: 450GB for $179 for first recharge, then 360GB for $300/recharge (ends 29 Sep 2026). Free OnePass membership on activation. Earn 5x Flybuys points for every $1 spent on recharge. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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OnePass Mobile could be the right fit if you:

• Want a free OnePass subscription and the option to earn 5x Flybuys points for every $1 spend on your recharge.
• Would like a handy mobile app to track data usage and manage your plan.

• Keep in mind: Not all OnePass Mobile SIM-only plans include 5G access, so check the plan details before signing up.

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 SIM Only Mobile Provider in the 2026 Finder Product Awards.

Most popular TPG plan on Finder:

Checked 21 September 2026

Finder Score	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
8.4 Great TPG Medium Finder AwardPrepaidNo lock-in contract SAVE $105 $35 $17.50 per month for first 6 months	8.4 Great	50GB Vodafone 4G/5G network	$35 per month per month $35 per month per month	SAVE $105 $35 $17.50 per month for first 6 months	Discount: $17.50/mth for first 6 months, then $35/mth. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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TPG 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 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 21 September 2026

Finder Score	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
9.1 Excellent Dodo $30 Online Only Offer PostpaidNo lock-in contract SAVE $90 $30 $15 per month for first 6 months	9.1 Excellent	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	Discount: $15/mth for first 6 months, then $30/mth. Ends 30 Sep 2026. T&Cs apply.	$20 RewardT&Cs apply T&Cs apply Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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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..

• 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. 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 plan on Finder:

Checked 21 September 2026

Finder Score	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
8.5 Great Boost $365 SIM PrepaidNo lock-in contract Regular price	8.5 Great	365GB Telstra 4G/5G network	$365 per 12 months per 12 months $365 per 12 months per 12 months	Regular price	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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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 rollover 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.

6. Belong - Telstra’s cheaper sub-brand

Belong was launched as Telstra’s sub-brand back in 2013 and has since been offering mobile plans at a lower price using parts of the Telstra network.

It was also highly commended in Finder’s 2026 Mobile Providers Customer Satisfaction Awards for being a loved brand, reliability, trust and service.

Most popular Belong plan on Finder:

Checked 21 September 2026

Finder Score	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
7.6 Great Belong 25GB PostpaidNo lock-in contract Regular price	7.6 Great	25GB Wholesale Telstra 4G/5G network	$34 per month per month $34 per month per month	Regular price	Continue View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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Belong could be the right fit if you:

• Tend to get very close to using your monthly data allowance. Belong offers no excess usage charges and will just slow your mobile internet speed down to 1Mbps instead.
• Want additional features such as unlimited data banking, data gifting and the option to add on international calls or international roaming.
• Want to quickly sign up with an eSIM.
• Keep in mind: Most of Belong's plans come with 150Mbps download speed caps (or 250Mbps on its largest plan). However, this is fast enough for online activities on your phone such as streaming, browsing and gaming.

7. Exetel - Keeping it simple with one plan

Exetel keeps things simple with just one prepaid mobile plan, much like its NBN offering.

However, you’ll get access to a bunch of features such as data banking and international call inclusions.

Most popular Exetel plan on Finder:

Checked 21 September 2026

Finder Score	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
8.7 Great Exetel Plus One PrepaidNo lock-in contract Regular price	8.7 Great	130GB Wholesale Telstra 4G/5G network	$40 per 30 day recharge per 30 day recharge $40 per 30 days expiry per 30 days expiry	Regular price	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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Exetel could be the right fit if you:

• Want to sign up quickly using an eSIM.
• Don’t want your unused data to go to waste. You can bank up to 1000GB.
• Would like unlimited international calls and texts to any of the 15 countries on its list.
• Want access to a mobile app to track your data use and manage plan details.
• Keep in mind: 4G and 5G download speeds are capped at 100Mbps and 150Mbps, respectively. The plan will also auto-renew every 30 days.

8. 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 21 September 2026

Finder Score	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
9.3 Excellent Kogan Extra Large 365 Days Flex PrepaidNo lock-in contract SAVE $101 + BONUS DATA $300 $199 for first recharge 500GB 900GB for first recharge	9.3 Excellent	500GB Vodafone 4G network	$300 per 365 day recharge per 365 day recharge $300 per 365 days expiry per 365 days expiry	SAVE $101 + BONUS DATA $300 $199 for first recharge 500GB 900GB for first recharge	Discount and bonus data: 900GB for $199 for first recharge, then 500GB for $300/recharge. Ends 27 Sep 2026. T&Cs apply.	Continue View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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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.

9. 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 21 September 2026

Finder Score	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
8.5 Great iiNet Large Plan PrepaidNo lock-in contract SAVE $135 $45 $22.50 per month for first 6 months	8.5 Great	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: $22.50/mth for first 6 months, then $45/mth. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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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.

10. 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 21 September 2026

Finder Score	Data allowance	Ongoing price	Special offer
8.7 Great Tangerine 30GB 5G SIM PostpaidNo lock-in contract SAVE $60 $30 $15 per month for first 4 months	8.7 Great	30GB Wholesale Telstra 4G/5G network	$30 per month per month $30 per month per month	SAVE $60 $30 $15 per month for first 4 months	Discount: $15/mth for first 4 months, then $30/mth. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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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.

How we researched the best mobile phone providers

To find the top 10 best mobile phone providers, we look at the total number of clicks by Finder users in the previous month. This includes all different types of plans including prepaid, postpaid and subscription-based plans.

Keep in mind that the providers on this list are Finder partners, which means we may be paid if you click links to partner websites. Learn more about how we make money.

We're still editorially independent, and in our breakdown of these providers and their plans, we'll be upfront about any sneaky terms and conditions we think are important to call out.

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 Mobile Provider
• Winner: SpinTel

• Highly commended: Moose Mobile

• Highly commended: TPG

• Highly commended: iiNet
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: TPG

• Highly commended: iiNet

• Highly commended: Kogan Mobile

• Highly commended: Lyca Mobile

• Highly commended: OnePass Mobile (formerly Catch Connect)
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
Editor

How many phone companies are there in Australia?

Provider	Network	Plan type
AGL	Optus (4G/5G)	Postpaid
ALDI Mobile	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Prepaid
Alphacall	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Postpaid
amaysim	Optus (4G/5G)	Prepaid
Aussie Broadband	Optus (4G/5G)	Postpaid
Belong	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Postpaid
Bendigo Telco	Optus (4G/5G)	Postpaid
BetterLife	Telstra wholesale (4G)	Prepaid
Boost Mobile	Telstra (4G/5G)	Prepaid
OnePass Mobile (formerly Catch Connect)	Optus (4G)	Prepaid
CMobile Blue	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Postpaid
CMobile Red	Vodafone (4G)	Postpaid
Coles Mobile	Optus (4G/5G)	Prepaid
Dodo	Optus (4G/5G)	Postpaid
E.Tel	Optus (4G)	Prepaid and postpaid
EscapeNet	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Postpaid
Everyday Mobile (Woolworths)	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Prepaid and postpaid
Exetel	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Prepaid
EZEE Mobile	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Prepaid
felix mobile	Vodafone (4G/5G)	Prepaid
Flip	Optus (4G)	Postpaid
Goodtel	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Postpaid
iiNet	Vodafone (4G/5G)	Prepaid
iPrimus	Optus (4G/5G)	Postpaid
JB Hi-Fi	Telstra (4G/5G)	Prepaid and postpaid
Kogan Mobile	Vodafone (4G/5G)	Prepaid
Konec	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Prepaid
Lebara	Vodafone (4G/5G)	Prepaid
Lyca Mobile	Vodafone (4G/5G)	Prepaid
Mate	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Postpaid
Moose Mobile	Vodafone (4G/5G)	Postpaid
More	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Postpaid
Optus	Optus (4G/5G)	Prepaid, postpaid, phone repayment plan
Pennytel	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Postpaid
Southern Phone	Optus (4G/5G)	Postpaid
SpinTel	Optus (4G/5G)	Postpaid
Spriggy Mobile	Optus (4G/5G)	Prepaid
Superloop	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Prepaid
Swoop	Vodafone (4G/5G)	Postpaid
Tangerine Telecom	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Postpaid
TeleChoice	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Prepaid and postpaid
Telsim	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Prepaid and postpaid
Telstra	Telstra (4G/5G)	Prepaid, postpaid, phone repayment plan
TPG	Vodafone (4G/5G)	Prepaid
Vodafone	Vodafone (4G/5G)	Prepaid, postpaid, phone repayment plan
Yomojo	Optus (4G)	Prepaid
ZenSim	Vodafone (4G/5G)	Prepaid
8 Networks	Telstra wholesale (4G/5G)	Postpaid

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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