What’s Wi-Fi calling and how can you get it on your mobile plan?

Struggling with your mobile network signal? Compare mobile plans with Wi-Fi calling so you can use any internet connection to make calls.

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Key takeaways

  • Wi-Fi calling lets you make calls over the internet, which is perfect for homes and public space with a weak mobile signal.
  • Most of the recent Android handsets and iPhones support Wi-Fi calling.
  • Most Aussie providers offer Wi-Fi calling, but double-check before signing up.

Compare mobile plans with Wi-Fi calling

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Name Product AUFMP-SIM Data Price Apply Price
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Optus 4G network
30GB
$14
per month
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$14/mth for the first 6 months, then $28/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Order by 12.2.25
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
30 GB
Data
$14
per month
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Vodafone 4G/5G network
50GB
$17.50
per month
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$17.50/mth for the first 6 months, then $35/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply.
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
50 GB
Data
$17.50
per month
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Vodafone 4G network
25GB
$12.50
per month
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$12.50/mth for the first 6 months, then $25/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply.
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
25 GB
Data
$12.50
per month
felix Subscription Unlimited
SubscriptionNo lock-in contract
$20/mth for the first 3 months, then $40/mth. Use promo code FELIX50. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply.
felix Subscription Unlimited
Subscription
$20/mth for the first 3 months, then $40/mth. Use promo code FELIX50. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply.
Finder Award
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Vodafone 4G/5G network
Unlimited data
At speeds up to 20Mbps
$20
per month
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GREEN COMPANY
$20/mth for the first 3 months, then $40/mth. Use promo code FELIX50. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply.
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
Unlimited data
At speeds up to 20Mbps
$20
per month
Belong 40GB
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
Belong 40GB
Postpaid
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  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Wholesale Telstra 4G/5G network
40GB
No excess data charges
$35
per month
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  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
40GB
Data
$35
per month
Southern Phone Medium
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
$20/mth for the first 6 months, then $29/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 10.2.25
Southern Phone Medium
Postpaid
$20/mth for the first 6 months, then $29/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 10.2.25
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Optus 4G/5G network
40GB
$20
per month
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$20/mth for the first 6 months, then $29/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 10.2.25
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
40 GB
Data
$20
per month
Optus Flex Plus $35
PrepaidNo lock-in contract
$12 for 28 days, ends 2.3.25 + 55GB on 1st 3 recharges, activate by 7.3.25 + Unlimited data weekends with AutoRecharge, available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply
Optus Flex Plus $35
Prepaid
$12 for 28 days, ends 2.3.25 + 55GB on 1st 3 recharges, activate by 7.3.25 + Unlimited data weekends with AutoRecharge, available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Optus 4G/5G network
55GB
$35
per 28 day recharge
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$12 for 28 days, ends 2.3.25 + 55GB on 1st 3 recharges, activate by 7.3.25 + Unlimited data weekends with AutoRecharge, available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
55 GB
Data
$35
per 28 days expiry
TPG Medium
PrepaidNo lock-in contract
$17.50/mth for the first 6 months, then $35/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply.
TPG Medium
Prepaid
$17.50/mth for the first 6 months, then $35/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply.
Finder Award
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Vodafone 4G/5G network
50GB
$17.50
per month
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$17.50/mth for the first 6 months, then $35/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply.
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
50 GB
Data
$17.50
per month
Tangerine 12GB 4G SIM
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
Tangerine 12GB 4G SIM
Postpaid
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Wholesale Telstra 4G network
12GB
$22
per month
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  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
12GB
Data
$22
per month
felix Subscription 25GB
SubscriptionNo lock-in contract
$12.50/mth for the first 3 months, then $25/mth. Use promo code FELIX50. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply.
felix Subscription 25GB
Subscription
$12.50/mth for the first 3 months, then $25/mth. Use promo code FELIX50. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply.
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Vodafone 4G/5G network
25GB
No excess data charges
$12.50
per month
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GREEN COMPANY
$12.50/mth for the first 3 months, then $25/mth. Use promo code FELIX50. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply.
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
25 GB
Data
$12.50
per month
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What is Wi-Fi calling?

With Wi-Fi calling, you can make and receive calls and texts over Wi-Fi instead of relying on a mobile network.

You'll just need to make sure your device supports it, your provider offers it, and you've got a stable Wi-Fi connection.

Which providers support Wi-Fi calling in Australia?

Around 34 out of 48 mobile providers in our database offer Wi-Fi calling on their plans so it's choices galore:

What is the difference between Wi-Fi calling and normal calling?

Normal calling involves making a call over a mobile network, while Wi-Fi calling is where you call via the internet using a Wi-Fi connection.

This means that in areas where your mobile network signal is weak and you have access to Wi-Fi, you could be better off using Wi-Fi calling than making a regular phone call.

How do I turn on Wi-Fi calling?

Depending on the device you use, there are different ways to turn on Wi-Fi calling.

Wi-Fi calling on Android

If you have an Android phone, you can turn on Wi-Fi calling by going into your phone app and pressing the 'more' button, or the 3 dots in the top right. From there, go to settings.

Depending on what version of Android you have, from here you'll either need to tap calls and then Wi-Fi calling, or you may be able to tap a switch to turn on Wi-Fi calling directly after hitting settings.

The following are some of the Android devices that support Wi-Fi calling in Australia on the 3 major networks:

  • Samsung Galaxy S6 and later (Telstra only supports from S7)
  • Samsung Galaxy A5 and later (Optus is A30 and later, Telstra doesn't list the A series)
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and later
  • Google Pixel 3 and later (on Telstra it's Pixel 2 and later)

Other Android phones by Oppo, LG, Huawei, HTC, Motorola and more might also be supported depending on your provider, so check directly with them.

Wi-Fi calling on iPhone

To turn on Wi-Fi calling on your iPhone, go to Settings > Phone > Wi-Fi Calling.

If Wi-Fi calling is available, you'll see "Wi-Fi" in the status bar while viewing the Control Centre. Then your calls will use Wi-Fi calling.

The following Apple devices allow Wi-Fi calling in Australia via the 3 main telcos:

  • iPhone 6 and up
  • Watch 3 and later (except for Optus)

Does Wi-Fi calling cost money?

No, Wi-Fi calling won't cost you any money as providers don't charge additional fees for using the feature.

If you're on a pay-as-you-go plan, charges may apply. Most other plans include unlimited national calls and texts, so this usually isn't a concern.

Is Wi-Fi calling the best option I have?

If you're in a mobile blackspot or there's an outage from your telco's end, then Wi-Fi calling is useful as long as you have a strong internet connection.

If not, it could be just as susceptible to dropouts as a mobile network connection.

Do people care about Wi-Fi calling?

Our survey found that 18% of Aussies care about having Wi-Fi calling as a feature on their mobile plan. The most important feature is network coverage, followed by data rollover and customer support. Wi-Fi calling comes right after.

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