Optus mobile plans

Our verdict: Optus has excellent coverage and some of the fastest 5G mobile speeds in the country. However, its plans are priced at a premium, which might not suit all budgets.

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Pros

  • No excess data charges on postpaid plans
  • 5G network is increasingly available across Australia
  • One of the better priced roaming add-ons around ($5 for 5GB per day on postpaid plans)

Cons

  • Plan prices are slightly higher than average

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Name Product AUFMP-SIM Data Price Apply Price
Optus Flex Plus $12
PrepaidNo lock-in contract
5GB on first 3 recharges, then 3GB/recharge. T&Cs apply.
Optus Flex Plus $12
Prepaid
5GB on first 3 recharges, then 3GB/recharge. T&Cs apply.
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Optus 5G/4G network
5GB
$12
per 7 day recharge
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5GB on first 3 recharges, then 3GB/recharge. T&Cs apply.
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
5 GB
Data
$12
per 7 days expiry
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Optus Flex Plus $35
PrepaidNo lock-in contract
Black Friday: $12 1st 28 days, ends 4.12.24 + 55GB on 1st 3 recharges, activate by 7.3.25 + Unlimited data weekends with AutoRecharge, ends 16.3.25. T&Cs apply
Optus Flex Plus $35
Prepaid
Black Friday: $12 1st 28 days, ends 4.12.24 + 55GB on 1st 3 recharges, activate by 7.3.25 + Unlimited data weekends with AutoRecharge, ends 16.3.25. T&Cs apply
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Optus 5G/4G network
55GB
$35
per 28 day recharge
Go to site
View details
Black Friday: $12 1st 28 days, ends 4.12.24 + 55GB on 1st 3 recharges, activate by 7.3.25 + Unlimited data weekends with AutoRecharge, ends 16.3.25. T&Cs apply
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
55 GB
Data
$35
per 28 days expiry
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Optus Flex Plus $45
PrepaidNo lock-in contract
Black Friday: $17 1st 28 days, ends 4.12.24 + 80GB on 1st 3 recharges, activate by 7.3.25 + Unlimited data weekends with AutoRecharge, ends 16.3.25. T&Cs apply
Optus Flex Plus $45
Prepaid
Black Friday: $17 1st 28 days, ends 4.12.24 + 80GB on 1st 3 recharges, activate by 7.3.25 + Unlimited data weekends with AutoRecharge, ends 16.3.25. T&Cs apply
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Optus 5G/4G network
75GB
$45
per 28 day recharge
Go to site
View details
Black Friday: $17 1st 28 days, ends 4.12.24 + 80GB on 1st 3 recharges, activate by 7.3.25 + Unlimited data weekends with AutoRecharge, ends 16.3.25. T&Cs apply
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
75 GB
Data
$45
per 28 days expiry
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Name Product AUFMP-SIM Data Price Apply Price
Optus Choice Plus $52
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
Optus Choice Plus $52
Postpaid
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Optus 5G/4G network
50GB
No excess data charges
$52
per month
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  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
50GB
Data
$52
per month
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Optus Choice Plus $62
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
Optus Choice Plus $62
Postpaid
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Optus 5G/4G network
180GB
No excess data charges
$62
per month
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  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
180GB
Data
$62
per month
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Optus Plus Promo Plan $79
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
$69/mth for the first 12 months, then $79/mth. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 months. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 2.12.24
Optus Plus Promo Plan $79
Postpaid
$69/mth for the first 12 months, then $79/mth. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 months. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 2.12.24
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Optus 5G/4G network
360GB
No excess data charges
$69
per month
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$69/mth for the first 12 months, then $79/mth. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 months. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply. Ends 2.12.24
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
360 GB
Data
$69
per month
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Optus Choice Plus $82
PostpaidNo lock-in contract
Get up to $20 off your subscriptions via Subhub as long as you stay on this plan. Paid subscriptions via SubHub required. T&Cs apply. Available until withdrawn.
Optus Choice Plus $82
Postpaid
Get up to $20 off your subscriptions via Subhub as long as you stay on this plan. Paid subscriptions via SubHub required. T&Cs apply. Available until withdrawn.
  • Unlimited national calls & texts
  • Optus 5G/4G network
360GB
No excess data charges
$82
per month
Go to site
View details
Get up to $20 off your subscriptions via Subhub as long as you stay on this plan. Paid subscriptions via SubHub required. T&Cs apply. Available until withdrawn.
  • Unlimited standard national calls & texts
360GB
Data
$82
per month
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Optus mobile review: Our verdict

Optus is Australia's second-largest network, covering 98.5% of the Australian population (Telstra covers 99.5% and Vodafone covers 96%). Optus may not have Telstra's extensive coverage, but it should be more than enough for most people.

While Optus doesn't offer the cheapest entry-level plans, it does have options that come with generous data inclusions and the ability to pay off new phones over 12, 24 and 36 months on postpaid plans.

Plus, its range of perks, including access to its 5G network and access to Optus Sport (for an additional cost on postpaid plans), might justify the premium price for some.

Optus may be the right choice for you in the following situations:

  • You prefer generous data limits up to 500GB a month, with no excess-data charges on postpaid plans
  • You plan to use international roaming for the occasional short overseas trip
  • You want the security of being with a first-party, established network
  • You are interested in connecting to a 5G network

However, it's worth keeping a couple of things in mind:

  • Optus shares its 4G network with a large number of MVNOs, meaning you can get the same coverage for cheaper
  • Access to its 5G network will vary depending on your location

What do Australians think of Optus mobile provider?

  • 3.67/5 overall for Customer Satisfaction — lower than the average of 4.15, and this was the lowest score in the category
  • 3.69/5 for Trust — lower than the average of 4.43, and this was the lowest score in the category
  • 3.54/5 for Customer Service — lower than the average of 4.01, and this was the lowest score in the category

Based on Optus mobile provider scores in Finder's 2024 Customer Satisfaction Awards.

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Value for money

Optus's prepaid plans come in 2 types: Flex and Epic plans.

Optus Flex plans are pretty simple: $1 a day for 4G or $2 a day for 5G, billed daily, weekly, monthly, bi-annually or annually so you can control how and when you use it. Prepaid Flex includes 1GB a day (which can roll over up to 200GB) and unlimited calls and texts.

These Flex plans are okay since they hit the benchmark of $1 per GB, but aren't anything too special.

If you need more data, Optus's Epic plans come as 28- or 365-day recharges.

Its longer expiry 365-day plans offer about 10GB–25GB a month and are great value if you're willing to commit to the plan for a full year.

  • Good to know: The ACCC says the average person actually uses less than 15GB of data a month so Optus's 365-day plans could be within your sweet spot. Plus, if you have the cash up-front, that's a huge saving over time compared to getting one of its regular 28-day prepaid plans.
Optus's Choice Plus plans start with 50GB of data for $52, which is $8 higher than the average price of 30GB plans on Finder ($41).

Things get more reasonable with Optus's 180GB for $62 plans and higher, with data getting cheaper the more you're willing to spend on your plan.

  • Keep in mind: Optus's postpaid plans are often a few dollars more expensive than other similar plans and offer more data than most people actually need in a month.
If you want the latest phone from Apple, Samsung or Google, but aren't able to pay for it outright, Optus will allow you to buy it and pay it off over a 12-, 24- or 36-month repayment period.
  • Keep in mind: Phone contracts end up being more expensive in the long run compared to buying outright, but pre-order offers and other sales throughout the year might get you a good deal so watch out for those.

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Coverage

Optus has the second-largest network in Australia, narrowly behind Telstra and covering a decent amount more than Vodafone.

  • Its 4G network covers 98.5% of the Australian population (compared to Telstra's 99.5% and Vodafone's 96%)
  • Optus's outdoor 5G mobile coverage is available in selected metro areas, mostly on the east coast, with more areas coming soon
  • 4G coverage is available in metropolitan, regional and most rural areas. Those in more remote areas should check Optus's coverage maps to ensure they're within its scope

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Customer service

You can reach Optus's support team all week through various points of contact.

  • Phone support is available 8am–8pm 7 days a week
  • Live messaging in the app is available 24/7
  • You can also go into an Optus store any day of the week to ask questions and get assistance

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Bonus features

With Optus being one of the big 3 telcos in Australia, its customers get access to a whole slew of perks:

⚽️ Optus Sport

Optus Sport is the exclusive broadcaster for the English Premier League in Australia. Access is discounted at $9.99 for Optus customers on all postpaid plans.

Non-Optus customers can watch for $24.99 a month.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 Data sharing

You can share data between Optus plans under the same account. This can be handy for families looking to bundle all their plans under one account.

🏋️ OS Fitness

Optus Sport Fitness is also included with your Optus Sport subscription and will give you access to a variety of video workouts you can follow from home.

🔄 Data rollover

With Optus, you can roll over up to 200GB on most prepaid plans.

🌏 International roaming

Postpaid plans: For $5 a day, in "Zone 1 countries", you get unlimited calls as well as 5GB to use per day. Alternatively, you can pay $35 for 35GB over 7 days. The add-on expires once inclusions are used up.

Prepaid plans: For $5 per day, you can get 1GB of data, 100 texts and up to 100 minutes to use in Zone 1 destinations. Other options include 7GB for $35 over 7 days or 10GB for $20 over 14 days.

Ready to sign up to Optus?

If you're after a prepaid or postpaid plan, just click the "Go to site" button in our comparison tables, which will take you straight to Optus where you can purchase the plan directly.

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Can I keep my current phone number?
Absolutely. If your number is in your name, just notify Optus you want to transfer it when you sign up. All you have to do is fill out a form.

If your number isn't currently in your name (perhaps under that of a parent or partner), let Optus know and they'll give you an extra form for you and the owner to fill out.

You can also check out our guide on how to transfer ownership of your mobile number for more information.

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    DoreenOctober 14, 2024

    My phone needs new update what are the prices for yearly payment I own the phone samsung S21

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      MariamOctober 16, 2024Finder

      Hi Doreen, if you’re looking to get on a phone repayment plan with Optus, you can compare plans across various models here: https://www.finder.com.au/mobile-plans/compare-samsung-galaxy-plans. Use the filters to select the phone you’re after and our table will tell you how much it’ll cost per month or quarter. Hope this helps and please do reach out again if there’s anything else I can help with.

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