The best Vodafone mobile plans in Australia 2026
Our picks for the top Vodafone phone plans when paired with popular devices
Vodafone has long been the most affordable of Australia's big three telecommunications providers — the other two of course being Telstra and Optus. Through its ownership by TPG, which in turn has a network sharing agreement with Optus, Vodafone now covers over 98% of the country.
The combination of good coverage and good value makes Vodafone the clear choice in my opinion when you're searching for a new phone or SIM plan from a major provider.
Plus, right now Vodafone's SIM plans are more attractive than ever, with 50% discounts on the first 6 months of all three plans, including a 200GB plan for AU$31.50p/m and a 400GB plan for AU$36.50p/m.
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
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:
- Save up to AU$500.04 on RRP of Samsung Galaxy S26 range
- Save AU$600.12 on RRP of Apple iPhone Air
- Save AU$50.04 on an Apple Watch when you sign up for an iPhone mobile plan
Best Vodafone mobile plans: our picks
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Vodafone Medium plan | 200GB data | AU$31.50p/m(first 6 months, then AU$63p/m)
Vodafone was previously offering longer discounts for a smaller saving in its SIM-only plans, but the company has cut the prices further for a shorter duration. While Vodafone's cheapest SIM plan costs AU$26.50p/m, I'd argue the Medium plan with 200GB data is greater value. On top of the huge data allowance, you also get unlimited international minutes to Zone 1 countries.
Total cost over 24 months: AU$1,323
Best overall Vodafone phone plans
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (256GB) | 200GB | 24-months | AU$119.78p/m
The brand-new Galaxy S26 Ultra is one powerful phone. Arriving with the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Samsung processor, a new Privacy display and more AI features than you'll know what to do with, there's not a lot it can't do. Vodafone is honouring the discounted SIM plan price for whichever duration of contract you choose.
Total cost over 24 months is AU$2,634.72
Samsung Galaxy S26 (256GB) | 200GB | 24-months | AU$101.04p/m
If you don't need all the bells and whistles of the Ultra, the base model Galaxy S26 still has plenty to offer. You get an excellent camera system, a gorgeous 6.3-inch display and a lightning-fast Exynos 2600 processor.
Total cost over 24 months is AU$2,184.96
Best cheap Vodafone plans
Apple iPhone 17e (256GB) | 200GB | 24 months | AU$90.62p/m
The iPhone 17e is a shoo-in to be the best cheap iPhone, as it delivers remarkable value, even compared to the higher-spec iPhone 17. It gets the powerful A19 processor, which brings with it smarter camera performance. Vodafone isn't offering any discount on the phone, which is a shame, but you can trade-in your device to get some money knocked off.
Total cost over 24 months is AU$2,174.88
Samsung Galaxy A57 (128GB) | 200GB data | 24 months | AU$63.70 p/m
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is one of the best budget phones on the market – improving on its predecessor in every way and offering everything the average person wants from a phone.
Total cost over 24 months is AU$1,528.80
Best premium Vodafone phone plans
iPhone 17 Pro Max (256GB) | 200GB data | 24 months | AU$140.62 p/m
Snagging the best phone Apple has ever made and pairing it with Vodafone's Medium plan is admittedly a costly endeavour (and that's before you think about increasing the storage!) but it really is a formidable device, and I think the 200GB of monthly data included plan will be more than enough for most people (perhaps even overkill!). One of the greatest phones we've ever reviewed, it offers everything we love about Apple on a massive 6.9-inch screen. Check out our full iPhone 17 Pro Max review for more details.
Total cost over 24 months is AU$3,374.88
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (256GB) | 200GB | 24 months | AU$169.79p/m
Since I've already highlighted the Galaxy S26 Ultra further up this page, the Z Fold 7 deserves a mention here as the best premium pick. This is easily the best foldable phone around right now, exhibiting a gorgeous and slim design, fantastic internal and external screens and highly capable cameras. Be warned though, this plan ain't cheap!
Total cost over 24 months is AU$4,074.96
- Best SIM-only plans: options to suit every budget
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Nico is an experienced writer and journalist, having previously written for business titles across Australia. While mainly focusing on phones and finding deals and coupon codes at TechRadar Australia, he is also a keen cyclist and occasional hiker, so he also loves related tech like smartwatches and bike computers. Outside of tech, Nico is also a politics, basketball and movie obsessive.
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