Telstra network plans: Best MVNO providers

Fergus Halliday - Digital Content Editor

Last updated 20 August 2026

Contents

In this Telstra plans guide:

What are the best Telstra network plans?
Which MVNO has the best coverage on the Telstra mobile network?
Who sells Telstra network plans?
What are the pros and cons of Telstra network plans?
Frequently asked questions about Telstra network plans

Telstra might have its name attached to the largest mobile network in Australia, but it’s not necessarily going to be the provider you go with if you’re after the best value for money when it comes to mobile plans.

There are plenty of other providers that sell mobile plans on the Telstra network that you might want to consider instead. These providers are known as network resellers or Mobile Virtual network Operators (MVNOs).

In this guide, we'll look at the best mobile plans on the Telstra network for coverage, budget, value, and data-banking and determine which Telstra network provider is the best. We’ll also cover off questions like how to get a cheaper Telstra plan, which plans and providers use the full Telstra network, what is the cheapest Telstra mobile plan for seniors and what options are available when it comes to reducing the cost of your Telstra network plan without losing out when it comes to coverage.

What are the best Telstra network plans?

#1	Tangerine Telecom	Tangerine Telecom 30GB 5G Mobile SIM 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: 50% off plan fees for 4 months - $15/mth for 4 months then $30/mth. Offer available until withdrawn. $30.00/mth Min. cost $15 Go to Site	$30.00/mth Min. cost $15	Go to Site
#2	Superloop	Superloop SuperSim Saver 4G Plan 15GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Uses part of the Telstra 4G Mobile Network Deal: FREE 2nd recharge for existing Superloop broadband customers or new customers signing up for a mobile & broadband service $25.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Go to Site	$25.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#3	ALDI mobile	ALDI mobile $28 Mobile Plan 12GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks $28.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$28.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#4	Everyday Mobile	Everyday Mobile Pre-paid Mobile $25 Recharge 22GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Uses part of the Telstra 4G Mobile Network Deal: Get 10% off an eligible Woolworths shop in store every month when you link your Everyday Rewards card. T&Cs apply $25.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$25.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#5	Boost Mobile	Boost Mobile $28 Prepaid 8GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices $28.00 Per 28 Day Renewal Go to Site	$28.00 Per 28 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#6	EZEE Mobile	EZEE Mobile 29GB Mobile SIM Plan 29GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Uses part of the Telstra 5G Mobile Network in selected areas $29.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$29.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied

These Telstra MVNO plans have plenty of data for browsing and scrolling while out and about. But it also might be useful to keep an eye out for plans offering data banking and data rollover to help build a buffer for high usage months. This would certainly be handy for those months when streaming Bluey on repeat is the only way you can get errands done.

#1	Boost Mobile	Boost Mobile $39 Prepaid 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Grab a $39 SIM for $13 – save $26. Hurry! Offer ends 05.10.26. Terms Apply $39.00 Per 28 Day Renewal Go to Site	$39.00 Per 28 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#2	Exetel	Exetel Plus One eSIM Plan 130GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks $40.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Go to Site	$40.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#3	Tangerine Telecom	Tangerine Telecom 50GB 5G Mobile SIM 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: 50% off plan fees for 4 months - $18/mth for 4 months then $36/mth. Offer available until withdrawn. $36.00/mth Min. cost $18 Go to Site	$36.00/mth Min. cost $18	Go to Site
#4	Belong	Belong 25GB Mobile Plan 85GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: Includes 60GB monthly bonus data for first 12 months when you activate your new service by 04.11.26. T&Cs apply. $34.00/mth Min. cost $34 Link not supplied	$34.00/mth Min. cost $34	Link not supplied
#5	Superloop	Superloop SuperSim Essential 5G Plan 35GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: FREE 2nd recharge for existing Superloop broadband customers or new customers signing up for a mobile & broadband service $35.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Go to Site	$35.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#6	ALDI mobile	ALDI mobile $34 Mobile Plan 45GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks $34.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$34.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#7	Everyday Mobile	Everyday Mobile Pre-paid Mobile $35 Recharge 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: Get 10% off an eligible Woolworths shop in store every month when you link your Everyday Rewards card. T&Cs apply $35.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$35.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#8	More	More 30GB 5G Mobile SIM 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses Telstra Wholesale 4G/5G mobile networks Deal: Get $10/mth off new mobile plans for 36mths, then $4/mth ongoing when you sign up with a CommBank debit or credit card. Ends 31.3.27 $33.00/mth Min. cost $33 Link not supplied	$33.00/mth Min. cost $33	Link not supplied
#9	EZEE Mobile	EZEE Mobile 70GB Mobile SIM Plan 70GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Uses part of the Telstra 5G Mobile Network in selected areas $39.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$39.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied

While certainly not stingy on the data, plans under $40 from Telstra providers might cut it close for heavy data users. Data usage from video streaming services can chew through more than 6GB per hour. If your music is streamed from the cloud, apps like Spotify have data usage that can use more than 140MB per hour, which can add up if you're a daily listener.

If you're not sure you have enough data on the plan you want, you can always look at your current internet data usage as a good marker for a minimum GB amount.

#1	Tangerine Telecom	Tangerine Telecom 75GB 5G Mobile SIM 75GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: 50% off plan fees for 4 months - $21/mth for 4 months then $42/mth. Offer available until withdrawn. $42.00/mth Min. cost $21 Go to Site	$42.00/mth Min. cost $21	Go to Site
#2	More	More 75GB 5G Mobile SIM 75GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses Telstra Wholesale 4G/5G mobile networks Deal: Get $10/mth off new mobile plans for 36mths, then $4/mth ongoing when you sign up with a CommBank debit or credit card. Ends 31.3.27 $46.00/mth Min. cost $46 Link not supplied	$46.00/mth Min. cost $46	Link not supplied
#3	EZEE Mobile	EZEE Mobile 100GB Mobile SIM Plan 100GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Uses part of the Telstra 5G Mobile Network in selected areas $45.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$45.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#4	Belong	Belong 100GB Mobile Plan 160GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: Includes 60GB monthly bonus data for first 12 months when you activate your new service by 04.11.26. T&Cs apply. $49.00/mth Min. cost $49 Link not supplied	$49.00/mth Min. cost $49	Link not supplied
#5	Boost Mobile	Boost Mobile $49 Prepaid 75GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Get 75GB data on first 6 recharges, then 45GB from 7th recharge. New customers only. Activate by 02.11.26 $49.00 Per 28 Day Renewal Go to Site	$49.00 Per 28 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#6	Telstra	Telstra $44 Pre-Paid Mobile 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes 30GB activation bonus for first 3 recharges, 20GB from your fourth. Ends 01.01.2027 $44.00 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$44.00 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#7	ALDI mobile	ALDI mobile $49 Mobile Plan 120GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks $49.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$49.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#8	Superloop	Superloop SuperSim Plus 5G Plan 130GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: FREE 2nd recharge for existing Superloop broadband customers or new customers signing up for a mobile & broadband service $50.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Go to Site	$50.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#9	Everyday Mobile	Everyday Mobile $50 SIM Only 110GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: Get 10% off an eligible Woolworths shop in store every month when you link your Everyday Rewards card. T&Cs apply $50.00/mth Min. cost $50 Link not supplied	$50.00/mth Min. cost $50	Link not supplied

Most mobile plans on the Telstra network under $50 come with a lot to love. With frequent double-data deals, you're sure to find a plan that can do everything you need. Many Telstra MVNOs offer access to 5G mobile plans, keeping speeds up as you surf the web or catch up on your favourite TV show.

With so much data on offer, it's good to check if 4G or 5G speeds will better suit your needs.

Which MVNO has the best coverage on the Telstra mobile network?

If you absolutely must have a mobile plan with access to the full Telstra network, your only alternative to Telstra itself is Boost Mobile. Even Telstra's other subsidiary, Belong, doesn't warrant this special treatment, so Boost is somewhat of a unicorn among Telstra providers.

Most Telstra providers, like ALDI Mobile, Everyday Mobile, and Belong, among others, offer services on the "Telstra Wholesale" network. The wholesale network has a slightly smaller footprint than the Telstra network proper. It covers just 1.4 million square kilometers where the full network accounts for 2.14 million square kilometres.

Here's what this difference looks like:

Telstra and Telstra wholesale coverage compared

Even so, unless you live in a regional or remote area of Australia, you should still find you're covered by the Telstra Wholesale network – at least for 4G.

To clarify, here's how coverage compares between Telstra, Optus and Vodafone and each of their respective MVNOs across both 4G and 5G coverage:

Australian Mobile Network Coverage

Network	4G coverage	5G coverage	Network Size
Telstra network*	N/A	N/A	2.14 mil square km
Telstra Wholesale network	N/A	N/A	1.4 mil square km
Optus network	99.1%	94.5%	1.2 million square km
Vodafone network	99%	94.5%	1.2 million square km

_{Numbers shown are a percentage of the Australian population.}
_{*Telstra no longer provides population-based coverage figures. Boost Mobile is the only Telstra MVNO with access to the full Telstra network.}

Who sells Telstra network plans?

Aside from Telstra itself, there are nine other MVNO providers that use and sell plans for the Telstra network. The list includes ALDI Mobile, Belong, Boost Mobile, Everyday Mobile, Exetel, More, Superloop, and Tangerine Telecom.

We've done a quick summary of each one's main stats below:

Mobile providers on the Telstra network

Provider	Plan Types	5G	Highlighted features
ALDI Mobile	Prepaid, PAYG	Yes, selected plans	Unlimited data rollover, international calls and SMS on selected plans to selected countries, long-expiry plans, family plans. 100Mbps/150Mbps/250Mbps speed caps.
Belong	No Contract Plans	Yes	Unlimited data banking when you pay on time, data gifting, no coverage charges for national data. 150Mbps/250Mbps speed limits for 5G.
Boost Mobile	Prepaid	Yes, selected plans	Unlimited data rollover, long-expiry plans, international calls on standard and long-expiry plans, refurbished phones. Full Telstra network access. 150Mbps/250Mbps/uncapped 5G speeds.
Everyday Mobile	Prepaid and No Contract Plans	Yes, one plan	500GB data banking, data gifting, long-expiry plans, 5G access on its most expensive plan, 100Mbps/150Mbps/250Mbps speed caps.
Exetel	Prepaid	Yes	Minimum 500GB data banking, data gifting, 5G access on its most expensive plan, speed caps to avoid excessive bills. 100Mbps/150Mbps speed caps.
EZEE Mobile	Prepaid	Yes	Minimum 1000GB data banking, speed caps to avoid excessive bills. 150Mbps/250Mbps speed caps.
More	No Contract Plans	Yes, selected plans	500GB/1000GB data banking, data gifting, eSIM option, travel packs available, 100Mbps/150Mbps/250Mbps speed caps.
Superloop	Prepaid	Yes, selected plans	500GB/1000GB data rollover, international calls on all plans to 15 countries, bundle discounts with home internet, eSIM option, 100Mbps/150/250Mbps speed caps.
Tangerine Telecom	No Contract Plans	Yes, selected plans	500GB/1000GB data rollover, unlimited international calls on most plans, data gifting, eSIM option. 100Mbps/150Mbps/250Mbps speed caps.

These Telstra MVNOs represent some of the best value on the Australian market right now, especially if you're looking for a mobile plan on the Telstra network.

Why you can trust WhistleOut

WhistleOut is Australia's telco comparison website, founded to help everyday Aussies find a phone and internet plan that's right for them. As part of our service promise, we're committed to listing plans from at least the top ten providers of mobile plans in the market, but we're currently tracking 34. When we have a commercial relationship with a provider, you'll see a "Go To Site" button that takes you straight to that plan.

We still compare plans from providers we don't have a commercial relationship with, but these don't have a button. To keep our listings up to date, we have a dedicated product team that makes around 400 changes to our database each month.

When putting together our monthly Editor's Picks, we consider plans from all providers we compare on site, regardless of whether we have a commercial relationship with them. WhistleOut's commercial relationships don't influence our picks for the best Telstra mobile plans.

What are the pros and cons of Telstra network plans?

The pros and cons of going for a Telstra network plan depend on what you’re comparing it to. If you’re pitting it against a plan on a rival carrier, the main benefit you’re going to get here is access to the largest network in Australia. Alternatively, the main advantage that an MVNO provider like Belong has over Telstra is affordability.

While the exact amount of money you save will vary depending on the plan and provider you select, it’s a safe bet that you’ll end up paying less than you would for a mobile plan with Telstra itself.

That being said, there are a few drawbacks to choosing a cheaper Telstra network provider. In most cases, you’ll need to bring your own phone, your mobile connectivity might come with a speed cap, you can’t pair up your plan with a new device, and you likely won’t get much in the way of perks like excess-charge free data.

If you’re still on the fence, here’s a quick rundown of the the pros and cons of going with a Telstra reseller, versus with Telstra itself:

Pros and cons of Telstra network plans

	Telstra MVNOs	Telstra
Price	Cheaper than going with Telstra directly.	Generally more costly than an MVNO, with annual price increases.
5G	5G is sometimes only available on more-expensive plans or with reduced speeds.	Prepaid plans are capped at slower speeds.
Phone plans	You have the option to bring your own phone, in most cases.	Telstra sells phones on 12, 24 and 36-month contracts.
Coverage	Most Telstra network providers also have access to slightly less coverage.	Telstra has more coverage than most of its MVNOs.
Perks	Some Telstra network providers include small perks, but most include none. Belong plans are free from excess charges.	Telstra plans are free from excess data charges in Australia. You also get access to the Telstra Plus rewards program.

How to compare mobile plans on the Telstra network

Step 1

Decide on a budget. Our picks for the best Telstra mobile plans are segmented by price. If you want to save money, the best place to start is by thinking about how much you want to spend.

Step 2

Sussed out your budget? The next step is to scroll down to the comparison widgets and start comparing mobile plans. Price matters, but you'll also want to keep in mind how much data you're getting and whether any of it comes with a speed limit.

Step 3

Once you've decided on a plan that matches your needs and budget, simply click on the 'Go to Site' button and you'll be taken to the website for that provider.

Frequently asked questions about Telstra network plans

Which Telstra network providers have access to the full Telstra network

At the time of writing, Boost is the only Telstra MNVO that offers access to the full Telstra network. However, resellers like JB Hi-Fi and The Good Guys also offer re-branded mobile plans that offer comparable coverage to that of Telstra's own.

Does Telstra have the biggest mobile network in Australia?

At the time of writing, Telstra has the largest mobile network of the big three with with 99.7% of the Australian population said to be covered via 4G and 95% said to be covered by 5G.

What's the difference between the Telstra and the Telstra wholesale network?

Almost all Telstra network providers (with the exception of Boost) operate over the Telstra "Wholesale" network rather than the one used by Telstra itself. This network offers almost identical 4G coverage (98.8% of the Australian population) but more limited 5G coverage of only 75%.

Why are Telstra mobile plans so expensive

Telstra's biggest claim to fame is also the main reason that its mobile plans are as expensive as they are. Although this provider can charge a premium because it offers access to a larger mobile network than its competition, the flip-side of that claim is that Telstra has to spend relatively more money on upgrading and maintaining that infrastructure.

What is the cheapest plan on the Telstra network?

If you're looking for the cheapest mobile plan on the Telstra network, chances are you'll end up looking at a prepaid provider like ALDI Mobile. This provider currently offers a $23 mobile plan that comes with unlimited local calls and text, 12GB of data, 4G coverage via the Telstra Wholesale network and 30-day expiry.

What is the cheapest Telstra mobile plan for seniors?

Although Telstra does have a senior discount, this offer doesn't do much to close the gap between Telstra's premium pricing compared to the rest of the mobile market.

If you have a valid Pensioner Concession Card, you could be eligible for a 10% discount on any of the telco's Upfront plans. People who have a Health Care Card or Veteran Affairs Gold Card are also eligible for this discount. However, even with the discount you’re likely to be paying more than you would with another Telstra network plan provider like Boost Mobile or Belong.

Need a new mobile plan?

These are the cheapest mobile phone plans with at least 15GB of data, sourced from our database of 28 mobile providers:

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#1	Pivotel	Pivotel 25GB Mobile Swift Plan 25GB data On the Vodafone 4G Mobile Network Deal: Incl. 50% off - $11.45/mth for first 6 months, then $22.90/mth ongoing. Offer ends 31.10.2026. T&Cs apply. $11.45/mth Min. cost $11.45 Go to Site	$11.45/mth Min. cost $11.45	Go to Site
#2	SpinTel Editor's Pick	SpinTel Editor's Pick $23 Mobile Plan 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT WhistleOut Special: Enjoy $11 off for the first 6 months for new customers - $12/mth for first 6 months, then $23/mth $12.00/mth Min. cost $12 Go to Site	$12.00/mth Min. cost $12	Go to Site
#3	Swoop	Swoop 30GB SIM Only 5G 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes $11 off for first 6 months - $14/mth for first 6 months then $25/mth after that. Offer ends 30.06.27 $14.00/mth Min. cost $14 Go to Site	$14.00/mth Min. cost $14	Go to Site
#4	Pivotel	Pivotel 50GB Mobile Swift Plan 50GB data On the Vodafone 4G Mobile Network Deal: Incl. 50% off - $17.50/mth for first 6 months, then $35/mth ongoing. Offer ends 31.10.2026. T&Cs apply. $17.50/mth Min. cost $17.50 Go to Site	$17.50/mth Min. cost $17.50	Go to Site
#5	Pivotel	Pivotel 80GB Mobile Swift Plan 80GB data On the Vodafone 4G Mobile Network Deal: Incl. 50% off - $22.50/mth for first 6 months, then $45/mth ongoing. Offer ends 31.10.2026. T&Cs apply. $22.50/mth Min. cost $22.50 Go to Site	$22.50/mth Min. cost $22.50	Go to Site
#6	Swoop	Swoop 60GB SIM Only 5G 60GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes $10 off for first 6 months - $23/mth for first 6 months then $33/mth after that. Offer ends 30.06.2027 $23.00/mth Min. cost $23 Go to Site	$23.00/mth Min. cost $23	Go to Site
#7	Kogan Mobile	Kogan Mobile Small Monthly Plan 25GB data On the Vodafone 4G Mobile Network $23.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Go to Site	$23.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#8	Dodo	Dodo Small Mobile Plan 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device $25.00/mth Min. cost $25 Go to Site	$25.00/mth Min. cost $25	Go to Site
#9	Superloop	Superloop SuperSim Saver 4G Plan 15GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Uses part of the Telstra 4G Mobile Network Deal: FREE 2nd recharge for existing Superloop broadband customers or new customers signing up for a mobile & broadband service $25.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Go to Site	$25.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#10	Kogan Mobile	Kogan Mobile Medium Monthly Plan 60GB data On the Vodafone 4G Mobile Network Deal: Get 60GB for $12 (includes $13 off for first month + 20GB bonus data for 3 months), then 40GB for $25 thereafter, valid until 04.10.26 $29.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Go to Site	$29.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Go to Site

Fergus Halliday

Digital Content Editor

Fergus Halliday is a journalist and digital content editor at WhistleOut Australia. He’s written about technology, telecommunications, gaming and more for over a decade. He got his start writing in high school before interning at magazines like CRN Australia and freelancing for publications like the AU Review, Gizmodo, Kotaku, GamesHub, Press Start, ScreenRant, Superjump, Nestegg, and more.

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