The best Vodafone mobile plans in Australia 2025
Our picks for the top Vodafone plans on popular handsets

Among the big three telcos in Australia, Vodafone has long been the most affordable, with Optus typically priced between it and Telstra. This remains true in 2025, especially with a recent Optus price increase and an upcoming Telstra mobile plan hike – making Vodafone a primary choice for mobile plans.
Historically, Vodafone's lower prices came with less coverage. However, the Optus and TPG deal significantly boosted Vodafone's network, doubling its reach to 98.4% of Australians. This is now comparable to Optus' 98.5% and Telstra's 99.7%.
To celebrate its upgraded network, Vodafone is offering even more affordable deals: a AU$10 discount on the first 12 months of all SIM plans, plus double data for the entire contract. For instance, the AU$49 Small plan usually offers 50GB of monthly data; it now costs just AU$39 per month for 12 months and includes 100GB.
If you're looking for Vodafone's best phone plans for specific devices, budgets, and data needs, we've highlighted our top picks below.
• Best Telstra mobile plans
• Best Optus mobile plans
Jump to:
• Best SIM-only option – 100GB of data for AU$39 p/m
• Best overall phone + plan combos – AU$82.70 p/m for iPhone 16 | AU$97.29 p/m for Samsung Galaxy S25
• Best cheap phone + plan combos – AU$80.62 p/m for iPhone 16e | AU53.53 p/m for Samsung Galaxy A5
• Best premium phone + plan combos – AU$113.95 p/m for iPhone 16 Pro Max | AU$116.03 p/m for Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Noteworthy Vodafone deals
You’ll find all our plan recommendations below, but before signing up, here are all the current Vodafone offers you should know about:
- 100GB of data for just AU$39 p/m over the first 12 months.
- Save AU$710 on the iPhone 16 Pro Max over 36 months.
- Save AU$710 on the iPhone 16 Pro over 36 months.
- Save up to AU$1,950 on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra when you trade in an eligible device and stay connected over 36 months.
- Save AU$710 on the iPhone 16 Plus over 36 months.
- Save AU$710 on the iPhone 16 over 36 months.
- Save AU$760 on the iPhone 14 over 36 months.
- Save up to AU$910 on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge when you trade-in an eligible device and stay connected over 36 months.
- Save AU$600 on the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over 36 months.
- Get the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G for half price over 36 months.
- AU$330 off the Galaxy Watch Ultra over 24 or 36 months.
Best Vodafone mobile plans: our picks
Best SIM-only option
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Vodafone Small plan | 100GB data | AU$49 p/m AU$39 p/m (for 12 months, then AU$49)
This current deal on Vodafone’s Small plan is one of the best phone plan options on the market, even when considering all SIM-only plans. As part of its celebration of expanded network coverage, Vodafone is offering this plan for just AU$39, doubling its monthly data for the first 12 months.
Total cost over 24 months: AU$1056
Best overall Vodafone phone plans
iPhone 16 (128GB) | 100GB data | 24 months | AU$82.70 p/m (for 12 months, then AU$92.70 p/m)
If you're in the market for an iPhone 16, pairing it with the Vodafone Small Plan offers a significant price advantage, especially with the current double data and reduced price. In our iPhone 16 review we called it 'a powerful pick that mixes affordability,' and this phone plan further enhances that. This deal also includes a AU$350 discount on the device itself, alongside regular 5G connectivity and roaming in eligible countries for an additional AU$5 per day.
Total cost over 24 months is AU$2,104.80
Samsung Galaxy S25 (256GB) | 100GB data | 24 months | AU$97.29 p/m (then AU$107.29 p/m)
Samsung has a winning formula with its baseline S series, and they've delivered again with the Galaxy S25 – especially if you prefer to avoid a giant handset. It surpasses the iPhone 16 in performance, battery life, and more, offering Galaxy AI and excellent cameras. At less than AU$100 per month in the first year, it's an excellent choice if you want a premium phone without the upfront cost, especially with 100GB of data included.
Total cost over 24 months is AU$2,454.96
Best cheap Vodafone plans
iPhone 16e (128GB) | 100GB data | 24 months | AU$80.62p/m (for 12 months, then AU$90.62 p/m)
The iPhone 16e is the best cheap iPhone you can buy right now. It's worth the extra cost compared to the iPhone 13 and, in my opinion, a better buy in 2025 than a discounted iPhone 15 (unless you specifically need a more versatile camera). You'll get a great monthly price when you pair it with Vodafone's discounted Small Plan. At just AU$82.62 per month for the first 12 months, this is the best option if you're after an iPhone on a budget and don't want to buy the iPhone 16e outright.
Total cost over 24 months is AU$2,054.88
Samsung Galaxy A56 (128GB) | 100GB data | 24 months | AU$53.53 p/m (then AU$63.53 p/m)
Covering cheap phones at TechRadar, I believe the Samsung Galaxy A56 is currently the best budget phone on the market. It improves on its stellar predecessor in every way, offering everything the average person wants from a phone at an affordable price. While its main competitor, the Google Pixel 8a, is considerably more expensive, pairing the A56 with a Vodafone plan offers excellent value, especially with the double data and discounted SIM deal currently available.
Total cost over 24 months is AU$1,404.72
Best premium Vodafone phone plans
iPhone 16 Pro Max (128GB) | 50GB data 100GB data | 24 months | AU$113.95 p/m (then AU$123.95 p/m)
Snagging the best phone Apple has ever made for just AU$113.95 when paired with Vodafone's small planis a great deal. As one of the greatest phones we've ever reviewed, it offers everything we love about Apple on a massive 6.9-inch screen, powered by a fantastically fast A18 Pro chip. If you need a data pool that matches your new iPhone and 100GB isn't enough, the medium and large plans are also discounted and doubled.
Total cost over 24 months is AU$2,884.90
Looking to purchase the biggest, most powerful and best that Samsung has to offer? There are few better ways to do so than with the Small Plan offering from Vodafone. As well as grabbing yourself an incredible phone, you'll pair it with a discounted plan that is also offering double data. Considering the best plan for this phone was around AU$140 p/m when it launched, this is a great price.
Total cost over 24 months is AU$2,904.72
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