Best Optus mobile plans (December 2024)

Optus Small Choice Plus | 50GB Data | AU$52p/m

AU$52 is a lot to pay for a phone plan each month, but the Optus Choice Plus plan is the most affordable postpaid phone plan available from Optus. While it doesn't quite match the value provided by Vodafone's AU$49 Small Plan, compared to Telstra's cheapest AU$65 Basic plan, this Optus plan is quite affordable – especially when you consider it offers the fastest 5G connectivity of the big three. Plus, its 50GB of data each month is more than enough for most users. This Optus plan also provides unlimited standard national talk and text, and unlimited international talk and text to 35 destinations.

Total minimum cost: AU$52 | Total cost over 24 months: AU$1,248

iPhone 16 (128GB) | 50GB Data | 24 Months | AU$110.29p/m

If you're looking to grab the latest iPhone on the market, but don't necessarily need the size or power of the iPhone 16 Plus, Pro or Pro Max, combining your new iPhone 16 with the Optus Choice Plus plan could be the way to go. You get access to Apple Intelligence, the new action button and camera control, with 50GB of monthly data. Plus, the iPhone 16 comes in some beautiful colours like pink, teal and ultramarine.

Total cost over 24 months is AU$2,646.96

Google Pixel 9 (128GB) | 50GB Data | 24 Months | AU$108.19p/m

There's lots of competition when it comes to the best Android phone for most people, and you can't go wrong with the Samsung Galaxy S24. We've opted for the Google Pixel 9 here, though. Combined once again with the Choice Plus plan from Optus, and the monthly cost is relatively affordable considering the fantastic phone you get with it. In our Pixel 9 review, we thought its cameras could rival the most expensive phones on the market, with a premium build and AI tools to boot. Add 50GB of data on top of that and there's a lot to like about this Optus mobile SIM plan.

Total cost over 24 months is AU$2,596.56

iPhone 13 (64GB) | 50GB data | 24 months | AU$88.60p/m

If you're looking to remain in the Apple iPhone family, but are looking to stick to a budget, the iPhone 13 is still an excellent device – and the best cheap iPhone that we still feel comfortable recommending in 2024. You'll get access to the speedy Optus 5G network, 50GB of monthly data and the actual device itself will only set you back AU$36.60 each month.

Total cost over 24 months is AU$2,126.40

Samsung Galaxy A55 | 50GB Data | 24 Months | AU$81.10p/m

If you're looking for the best cheap Android phone,there's a whole heap of options to choose from. We think two handsets sit at the top of the list, though and they're the Samsung Galaxy A55 and the Motorola Edge 50 Fusion. We've opted for the Galaxy A55 here, and the price you get is excellent with the device itself only costing you AU$29.10 on top of the AU$52 Optus Small choice Plus plan. Beautifully designed, with a large 6.6-inch display, smooth performance and long-lasting battery, it's about as good as a phone gets at this price.

Total cost over 24 months is AU$1,946.40

iPhone 16 Pro Max (256GB) | 50GB Data | 24 Months | AU$141.52

Looking for a little more size and power from your new iPhone? The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the biggest and best iPhone that Apple has ever created. A 6.9-inch display, with excellent cameras and Apple Intelligence, pairing this beastly iPhone with the Small Choice Plus plan gets you a palatable monthly payment of AU$141.52. Of course, if you need more data, then the Medium plan will be for you.

Total cost over 24 months is AU$3,396.48

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (256GB) | 50GB Data | 24 Months | AU$143.62p/m

In terms of premium Android phones, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is still the number one pick – though the upcoming S25 Ultra will usurp it, we're sure. The Galaxy S24 Ultra has better battery life, faster performance, and even better cameras than its predecessor, and we thought the S23 Ultra was superb. You'll pay a few more dollars each month compared to the iPhone above when paired with the AU$52 Choice Plus plan, but it is the best Android phone on the market.

Total cost over 24 months is AU$3,446.88

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 (256GB) | 50GB Data | 24 Months | AU$126.94p/m

If you're in the market for a foldable phone, but don't want to shell out for the bigger, tablet-like Galaxy Z Fold 6 or Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 is a fantastic foldable smartphone. It has a refined build and durable design, powerful performance and helpful (and fun) Galaxy AI features. Its cover display is a touch less feature-filled than we'd have liked, but it does let you take care of the necessities without opening it up.

Total cost over 24 months: AU$3,046.56

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 (256GB) | 50GB data | 24 months | AU$166.54p/m

If you're looking for a tablet and new phone, you can buy both at once with this Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 combined with the AU$52 Optus Choice Plus plan. While tablets are still better for watching the best streaming services thanks to their aspect ratio, playing games, scrolling socials and reading books on the Z Fold 6 is a marvel. Plus, when you don't need its larger display, the cover screen works excellently as a (slightly thicker) regular handset. We said it was close to perfection in our Galaxy Z Fold 6 review, and grabbing it in conjunction with a plan from Optus will be a lot easier on your wallet in the short term. Premium foldable's don't come cheap.

Total cost over 24 months: AU$3,996.96