Best iPhone 15 plans in Australia (August 2025)

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The iPhone 15 will turn two in just a month's time, which means the iPhone 17 is nearly among us. And, while the older iPhone may no longer reside in our list of the best phones , it's still an excellent handset that's increasingly more affordable.

Earning a near perfect score in our iPhone 15 review thanks to some key design upgrades over the iPhone 14 as well as its A16 Bionic chip and 48MP camera, the iPhone 15 is now one of the top choices for those hunting a cheap iPhone.

The iPhone 16e is the best budget iPhone, but the older model is the clear choice who prioritise a good camera. It can still easily be picked up from major Aussie retailers like JB Hi-Fi, Amazon and The Good Guys, and we've even seen it for close to AU$1,000.

That's still not exactly cheap, though – which means paying it off slowly with Vodafone or Optus is a more attractive option for many. But, with so many plans to shop, it can be hard to know what the best option is. That's why we've compared each plan to help you make an informed decision. You can find the best iPhone 15 plans below.

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If you’re curious what’s available from all the major carriers, here’s a look at what you’ll be paying each month for the iPhone 15 with 128GB of storage on a 24-month contract.

Other iPhone 15 deals

Vodafone | trade-in and get up to AU$1,500 in credit

Vodafone allows for more savings with their trade-in ability. While you'll only reach the heights of AU$1,500 credit by trading in an iPhone 15 Pro Max with 1TB of storage in perfect condition, and even then you'll likely fall short, the value of this deal is hard to ignore. If you're buying a new phone you may as well use the old one to make it cheaper – just note that to take advantage of this deal you must stay connected to your chosen Vodafone plan.

Optus - trade-in an eligible phone and Get a gift card valued up to $1,400

This deal is a bit trickier, as the AU$1,400 number comes from the potential trade-in of a Samsung Galaxy S23 in good working order, plus a AU$500 bonus when you buy a Samsung Galaxy S24 series phone. Nevertheless, chances are you're not going to want to trade in a phone that's going to earn that kind of money anyway. So if you want to go with Optus and are looking to make the iPhone 15 a bit more budget-friendly by trading in your iPhone 13, this is a good deal.

Apple Trade In | Get AU$70–AU$1,090 in credit towards your new iPhone 15

Apple is offering anywhere between AU$70 to AU$1,090 in credit towards your new iPhone when you trade in an older device, though unfortunately Apple only accepts other iPhones for trade-in. You’ll keep your trade-in device until you receive your new iPhone, and once you’ve received it, you’ll get instructions on how to drop your older device off. After it’s been received and assessed by Apple, a credit will be applied to your original payment method.

iPhone 15 key information

Much like the iPhone's that have been rolling out since 2007, the iPhone 15 continues Apple's penchant for small upgrades on the predecessor. However, that doesn't stop users from wanting the latest and greatest – and the 15 is a more attractive upgrade than usual, even if you're already the owner of an iPhone 14, thanks to one key feature.

The biggest addition to this model is that it has finally ditched the notch at the top of its screen, in favour of the Dynamic Island that has been seen on the latest iPhone Pro and Pro Max, and more powerful models of the iPhone 15. While it seems like a small change, and it is, it does make for a quite dramatically more attractive display.

It's easy to get down into the trenches and compare it to this phone and that, but the fact is that it's a truly wonderful smartphone. It was only the very smallest issues in our iPhone 15 review that held it back from a perfect five-star rating. So, while it doesn't have the chipset of the iPhone 15 Pro, the iPhone 15's A16 Bionic chipset is still incredibly powerful, and with a beautiful and functional colour-infused back glass, a bright display, USB-C charging port and exceptional camera, there's plenty to love.

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A Digital Content Writer for the Australian TechRadar team, Max covers all things tech and lifestyle and is keen on using tech to make life easier. A 2023 journalism graduate, Max has written across sports, entertainment and business for brands like Zero Digital Media and Valnet.Inc, but found his love for tech in his time at GadgetUser. At home when covering everything from the latest deal and coupon code to the most recent streaming service output, phone or smartwatch, Max excels at using his research, experience and writing ability give you more time to use your tech, not waste time finding it.

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