Best Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro plans in Australia January 2026

Google’s latest range of Pixel devices have been out for a few months and is proving popular with customers if sales numbers are anything to by. We’re not totally surprised, as we rate them highly ourselves here at TechRadar, with the Pixel 10 Pro in particular being our choice for best overall phone.

Even with the strong sales, Google continued its tradition of handing out generous discounts during Black Friday and Boxing Day last year, with the base Pixel 10 going for as low as AU$800 outright at one point.

Still, given the base model can also confidently be classed as a premium phone, getting a phone plan from the major telcos remains a popular way to buy the Pixel 10 lineup – paying a smaller amount over a 24-month period, making it easier on most people's bank accounts.

Below you'll find all the best plans available for the Google Pixel 10, 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL.

Best Pixel 10 plans

The best Pixel 10 plan overall

Google Pixel 10 | AU$55 Optus Choice Plus | 50GB data | 24 months | AU$111.19 p/m

Vodafone isn't stocking the Google Pixel 10 (only currently offering the 10 Pro XL), so Optus is your best bet for getting the base Pixel on a phone plan. While the 128GB model is cheaper, the 256GB model at AU$117.43 provides better bang for buck with double the storage for just AU$6 per month more. This plan runs on the 5G Optus network with unlimited national calls and texts. Daily Roaming also nets 5GB for AU$5 per day.

Minimum cost: AU$1,403.56 | Total cost over 24 months: AU$2,668.56

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The best premium Pixel 10 plan

Google Pixel 10 | AU$65 Optus Choice Plus | 200GB data | 24 months | AU$121.19 p/m

This plan is the same as the one above but just for much more mobile data for an extra AU$10 per month. You get all the benefits of the plan above with 200GB monthly data, compared to 50GB. The key difference here is that you also get unlimited international calls and texts to 35 destinations, making this the better option if you need global communication. Just like the above plan, we recommend going for the 256GB model for a little bit extra per month.

Minimum cost: AU$1,413.56 | Total cost over 24 months: AU$2,908.56

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Compare Google Pixel 10 telco plans

If you're not convinced by the deals above, here's a rundown of what you'll pay each month for the 128GB Google Pixel 10 across some other 24-month plans from the big three telcos.

Best Pixel 10 Pro plans

The best Pixel 10 Pro plan

Google Pixel 10 Pro | AU$55 Optus Choice Plus | 50GB data | 24 months | AU$125.77

In our review, we said the Pixel 10 Pro was "one of the best smartphones", and have also called it the best overall smartphone in our buying guide. If 128GB doesn’t feel like enough storage, the 256GB variant is AU$7 per month extra. This plan nets you 50GB of data and unlimited national calls and texts. If you need international calls or more data, the AU$65 Optus plan is our pick.

Minimum cost: AU$1,738.48 | Total cost over 24 months: AU$3,018.48

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The best Pixel 10 Pro XL plan

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Vodafone AU$53 Small Plan | 60GB data | 24 months | AU$122.29 p/m

Thanks to a promotion from Vodafone (AU$14 per month off its small and medium plans), the Pixel 10 Pro XL has the best deal on this list, cheaper than Optus’ offering for the base Pixel 10 Pro and just slightly more per month compared to Optus’ plan for the 256GB variant of the Pixel 10. In our review, the reviewer said that we wouldn't give the Pixel 10 Pro XL up “for all the iPhones in the world". You won’t get international calls and texts with this plan, but you can get roaming in eligible countries for just AU$5 per day.

Minimum cost: AU$2,037.96 | Total cost over 24 months: AU$2,934.96

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Compare Google Pixel 10 Pro telco plans

If you're not convinced by the deals above, here's a rundown of what you'll pay each month for the 128GB Google Pixel 10 Pro and 256 GB Pixel 10 Pro XL across some other 24-month plans from the big three telcos.

Outright Google Pixel 10 and 10 Pro deals

Spending up to AU$2,549 in one go on a phone isn't viable for everyone, but for those who can afford it, you will end up saving more in the long run, especially with the Pixel lineup getting regular discounts. If that’s the route you're looking to explore, we recommend pairing your new phone with one of our best SIM-only plans to keep costs down.

A lot of retailers stock the Pixel 10 lineup, with some stores running their own discounts for the handsets various times of the year. This gives you plenty of options for purchasing any of the Pixel 10 and 10 Pro models outright, and you can compare retailers’ prices in the widget below:

Google Pixel 10 and 10 Pro specs comparison

What's new with the Google Pixel 10?

Four new phones are part of this lineup, including the standard Google Pixel 10, the Google Pixel 10 Pro and larger Pro XL, and Google's premium foldable, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. What are the new worthwhile features and how do they compare? Here's a quick breakdown.

Let's start with the Tensor G5 chipset that powers the entire range of new Pixel 10 phones. This is a direct upgrade to the previous G4 chip, boasting a 34% faster CPU and a 60% more powerful TPU. That means faster overall performance, a more efficient battery and speedier processing – especially when it comes to AI features.

Google phones have always been good for photos, too, and that theme continues with the Pixel 10 range. There's a dedicated telephoto camera, which is best on the Pixel 10 Pro or Pixel 10 Pro XL with its 48MP telephoto sensor that offers up to 100x digital zoom.

You also get a Camera Coach feature, which uses AI to offer suggestions for shot composition and shooting modes to help you take better photos. For snaps you've already taken, there's the Edit with Ask Photos feature, which will suggest tweaks to the lighting, sharpness and more to refine your pics further.

One of the most exciting features, though, is Pixelsnap: a built-in, magnetic Qi2 wireless charging technology for the entire Pixel 10 line. This works similarly to Apple's MagSafe technology, allowing magnetic wireless charging of up to 15W on the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro Fold, and up to 25W on the Pixel 10 Pro XL. It's a convenient addition, so you no longer need magnetic rings or bulky magnetic cases.

Altogether, there are some impressive upgrades across the new Pixel 10 lineup. With frequent discounts, you could come away with an awesome new phone at a great price, too.