Let’s first address the big issue clouding Optus – the Optus data breach. You might be feeling wary about signing up to (or keeping) an Optus mobile plan, and that’s completely understandable. We've detailed the Optus alternatives in a dedicated guide if you want to weigh up your options.
Now’s a crucial time for Optus, and the telco will be keen to hold onto its customers during this turbulent period. Whether you’re a current Optus customer or you’re looking to join, we’d suggest getting in touch with Optus’ customer support, as you might be able to win yourself a discounted plan – we’ve spoken to customers who have received a 15% discount on their plan for staying.
We’ll be laying out the best plans to suit different needs right here, so no matter what you need, we’ve got you covered. Click the links below to skip ahead to our plan recommendations:
Noteworthy Optus deals
We’re running through our picks for the best Optus phone plans below, but before we get to that, the telco has a few sweet deals you should know about:
Best Optus mobile plans: our picks
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