Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Best plans, prices, and deals in Australia

Alex Choros - Managing Editor + Group Telco Editor

Last updated 23 July 2026

Contents

In this Galaxy Z Fold 8 guide:

Galaxy Z Fold 8 plans
Galaxy Z Fold 8 price
Galaxy Z Fold 8 features
Galaxy Z Fold 8 plan providers
How to choose the best Galaxy Z Fold 8 plan for you

Samsung's latest foldable phones were just announced, and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes on an all-new shape. It's still a book-style foldable, but smaller and wider. When unfolded, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is shaped more like a conventional tablet, compared to the squarer design of past foldables. This, among other things, should make the Galaxy Z Fold 8 better for watching content on the go.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 pre-orders are now live ahead of an August 14 release date.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 plans

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is available on mobile plans from Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone. All three telcos offer 24-month and 36-month repayments. A 24-month term means you own your Galaxy Z Fold 8 faster, while a 36-month term brings down your monthly cost.

36-month Galaxy Z Fold 8 plans

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $97.28/mth Min. cost $2,737.56 Go to Site	$97.28/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,737.56	Go to Site
#2	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $119.97/mth Min. cost $2,743.92 Go to Site	$119.97/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,743.92	Go to Site
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $124.97/mth Min. cost $2,748.92 Go to Site	$124.97/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,748.92	Go to Site
#4	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $127.28/mth Min. cost $2,767.56 Go to Site	$127.28/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,767.56	Go to Site
#5	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $128.28/mth Min. cost $2,768.56 Go to Site	$128.28/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,768.56	Go to Site
#6	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $129.97/mth Min. cost $2,753.92 Go to Site	$129.97/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,753.92	Go to Site
#7	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $148.28/mth Min. cost $2,788.56 Go to Site	$148.28/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,788.56	Go to Site
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Essential Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $148.97/mth Min. cost $2,772.92 Link not supplied	$148.97/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,772.92	Link not supplied
#9	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $148.97/mth Min. cost $2,772.92 Link not supplied	$148.97/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,772.92	Link not supplied
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $15 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Premium Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $158.97/mth Min. cost $2,782.92 Link not supplied	$158.97/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,782.92	Link not supplied

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $105.62/mth Min. cost $3,037.80 Go to Site	$105.62/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,037.80	Go to Site
#2	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $128.30/mth Min. cost $3,043.80 Go to Site	$128.30/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,043.80	Go to Site
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $133.30/mth Min. cost $3,048.80 Go to Site	$133.30/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,048.80	Go to Site
#4	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $135.62/mth Min. cost $3,067.80 Go to Site	$135.62/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,067.80	Go to Site
#5	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $136.62/mth Min. cost $3,068.80 Go to Site	$136.62/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,068.80	Go to Site
#6	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $138.30/mth Min. cost $3,053.80 Go to Site	$138.30/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,053.80	Go to Site
#7	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $156.62/mth Min. cost $3,088.80 Go to Site	$156.62/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,088.80	Go to Site
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Essential Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $157.30/mth Min. cost $3,072.80 Link not supplied	$157.30/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,072.80	Link not supplied
#9	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $157.30/mth Min. cost $3,072.80 Link not supplied	$157.30/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,072.80	Link not supplied
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $15 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Premium Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $167.30/mth Min. cost $3,082.80 Link not supplied	$167.30/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,082.80	Link not supplied

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $122.28/mth Min. cost $3,637.56 Go to Site	$122.28/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,637.56	Go to Site
#2	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $144.97/mth Min. cost $3,643.92 Go to Site	$144.97/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,643.92	Go to Site
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $149.97/mth Min. cost $3,648.92 Go to Site	$149.97/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,648.92	Go to Site
#4	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $152.28/mth Min. cost $3,667.56 Go to Site	$152.28/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,667.56	Go to Site
#5	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $153.28/mth Min. cost $3,668.56 Go to Site	$153.28/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,668.56	Go to Site
#6	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $154.97/mth Min. cost $3,653.92 Go to Site	$154.97/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,653.92	Go to Site
#7	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $173.28/mth Min. cost $3,688.56 Go to Site	$173.28/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,688.56	Go to Site
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Essential Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $173.97/mth Min. cost $3,672.92 Link not supplied	$173.97/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,672.92	Link not supplied
#9	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $173.97/mth Min. cost $3,672.92 Link not supplied	$173.97/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,672.92	Link not supplied
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $15 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Premium Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $183.97/mth Min. cost $3,682.92 Link not supplied	$183.97/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,682.92	Link not supplied

24-month Galaxy Z Fold 8 plans

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $126.42/mth Min. cost $2,737.56 Go to Site	$126.42/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,737.56	Go to Site
#2	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $156.42/mth Min. cost $2,767.56 Go to Site	$156.42/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,767.56	Go to Site
#3	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $157.42/mth Min. cost $2,768.56 Go to Site	$157.42/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,768.56	Go to Site
#4	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $157.45/mth Min. cost $2,743.80 Go to Site	$157.45/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,743.80	Go to Site
#5	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $162.45/mth Min. cost $2,748.80 Go to Site	$162.45/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,748.80	Go to Site
#6	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $167.45/mth Min. cost $2,753.80 Go to Site	$167.45/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,753.80	Go to Site
#7	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $177.42/mth Min. cost $2,788.56 Go to Site	$177.42/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,788.56	Go to Site
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Essential Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $186.45/mth Min. cost $2,772.80 Link not supplied	$186.45/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,772.80	Link not supplied
#9	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments $186.45/mth Min. cost $2,772.80 Link not supplied	$186.45/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,772.80	Link not supplied
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $15 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Premium Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $196.45/mth Min. cost $2,782.80 Link not supplied	$196.45/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,782.80	Link not supplied

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $138.93/mth Min. cost $3,037.80 Go to Site	$138.93/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,037.80	Go to Site
#2	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $168.93/mth Min. cost $3,067.80 Go to Site	$168.93/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,067.80	Go to Site
#3	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $169.93/mth Min. cost $3,068.80 Go to Site	$169.93/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,068.80	Go to Site
#4	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $169.95/mth Min. cost $3,043.80 Go to Site	$169.95/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,043.80	Go to Site
#5	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $174.95/mth Min. cost $3,048.80 Go to Site	$174.95/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,048.80	Go to Site
#6	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $179.95/mth Min. cost $3,053.80 Go to Site	$179.95/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,053.80	Go to Site
#7	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $189.93/mth Min. cost $3,088.80 Go to Site	$189.93/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,088.80	Go to Site
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Essential Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $198.95/mth Min. cost $3,072.80 Link not supplied	$198.95/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,072.80	Link not supplied
#9	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments $198.95/mth Min. cost $3,072.80 Link not supplied	$198.95/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,072.80	Link not supplied
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $15 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Premium Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $208.95/mth Min. cost $3,082.80 Link not supplied	$208.95/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,082.80	Link not supplied

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $163.92/mth Min. cost $3,637.56 Go to Site	$163.92/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,637.56	Go to Site
#2	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $193.92/mth Min. cost $3,667.56 Go to Site	$193.92/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,667.56	Go to Site
#3	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $194.92/mth Min. cost $3,668.56 Go to Site	$194.92/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,668.56	Go to Site
#4	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $194.95/mth Min. cost $3,643.80 Go to Site	$194.95/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,643.80	Go to Site
#5	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $199.95/mth Min. cost $3,648.80 Go to Site	$199.95/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,648.80	Go to Site
#6	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $1000 bonus credit with trade-in on this device + Incl. $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months. T&Cs apply $204.95/mth Min. cost $3,653.80 Go to Site	$204.95/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,653.80	Go to Site
#7	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: Save $600 on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 when you pay over time and stay connected on select SIM plans. Ends 06.10.26. T&Cs apply. $214.92/mth Min. cost $3,688.56 Go to Site	$214.92/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,688.56	Go to Site
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Essential Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $223.95/mth Min. cost $3,672.80 Link not supplied	$223.95/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,672.80	Link not supplied
#9	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments $223.95/mth Min. cost $3,672.80 Link not supplied	$223.95/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,672.80	Link not supplied
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $15 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Premium Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $233.95/mth Min. cost $3,682.80 Link not supplied	$233.95/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,682.80	Link not supplied

Galaxy Z Fold 8 deals

If you pre-order your Galaxy Z Fold 8 on a plan, there are some solid savings to be had.

Optus: Optus has a $750 discount for anyone who pre-orders the Galaxy Z Fold 8 on a plan. This works out to be a saving of $20.83 per month on a 36-month repayment term.

Telstra: Telstra has a $700 discount for those who pre-order the Galaxy Z Fold 8 on a plan. This works out to be a saving of $19.44 per month on a 36-month repayment term. In addition, customers will get $300 in bonus credit when trading in an old phone.

Vodafone: Vodafone also has a $700 discount for those who pre-order the Galaxy Z Fold 8 on a plan. This works out to be a saving of $19.44 per month on a 36-month repayment term. Customers also get $300 in bonus credit when trading in an old phone.

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Deal: Incl. $30/mth discount for 6 months based on the standard price $92.99/mth*. Ends 08.12.26. T&Cs apply.

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How much does the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 cost in Australia?

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 starts at $2,699 locally for a 256GB variant. You're looking at $2,999 if you want the 512GB model, or as much as $3,599 for a 1TB configuration.

Here's the full pricing for Samsung's new foldables:

2026 Samsung foldable pricing

Phone	RRP	See price on
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 (256GB)	$1,949	Amazon
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 (512GB)	$2,249	Amazon
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 (256GB)	$2,699	Amazon
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 (512GB)	$2,999	Amazon
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 (1TB)	$3,599	Amazon
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra (256GB)	$2,999	Amazon
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra (512GB)	$3,299	Amazon
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra (1TB)	$3,899	Amazon

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 features

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 design

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is still a book-style foldable, but has a fresh design with a wider aspect ratio. When folded, the device is passport-shaped, with a 5.5-inch external display. Unfolded it has a 7.6-inch display with a 4:3 aspect ratio. This is a more conventional aspect ratio for tablets, and will reduce the amount of black bars when watching content. Since the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is a smaller device, it is also lighter, weighing it at just 201g.

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is available in a choice of lavender, cream and graphite. There's also an online-exclusive pistachio variant.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 camera

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 has two rear cameras: a 50MP primary lens and a 50MP ultra-wide lens. There's a 10MP selfie camera on both the internal and external display.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 battery

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 has a 4,800mAh battery, which is larger than we saw in last year's Galaxy Z Fold 7. While the form factor is different, the larger battery should still make an improvement. In our testing last year, we found the Galaxy Z Fold 7 got around six hours of screen time per charge, which is enough for a full day of moderate usage, so we'd expect better from the Galaxy Z Fold 8.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 processor

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is powered by a custom version of Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. This is the same processor found in Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 software updates

Samsung says the Galaxy Z Fold 8 will get seven years of major operating system upgrades and seven years of security updates. This is in line with Samsung's Galaxy S series phones, and a best-in-class promise for an Android device. As such, we're expecting Android 23 to be the last version of Android the Galaxy Z Fold 8 will receive.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 5G

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 naturally has 5G connectivity. WhistleOut's coverage checker tool has 5G coverage maps, making it easy to see whether you can get 5G. All you need to do is pop in your address when searching for a new phone plan. After you've done so and hit Search, you can jump straight to the coverage map by tapping See Coverage Map and then tapping Click To Activate Interactive Map.

This map will show you what kind of coverage you have in your area. 5G coverage is highlighted using the darkest shade of purple, but unticking 4G can help make it clearer. The drop-down menu lets you choose between telcos.

Coverage maps are only approximate, only show outdoor coverage, and may be impacted by local conditions such as buildings.

Click to Activate Interactive Map

Coverage information is collected from carriers and other third party sources. This is approximate coverage only and does not include indoor coverage. Actual speed and performance depends on your location and device. Local conditions and things like natural and artificial physical features of an area all affect your reception. Coverage © Mosaik

2026 Samsung foldable specifications

	Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra	Galaxy Z Fold 8	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Outside Display	6.5-inch 120Hz	5.5-inch 120Hz	4.1-inch 120Hz
Inside Display	8-inch 120Hz	7.6-inch 120Hz	6.9-inch 120Hz
Rear Cameras	200MP + 50MP + 10MP	50MP + 50MP	50MP + 12MP
Front Camera	10MP + 10MP	10MP + 10MP	10MP
Processor	Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5	Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5	Exynos 2600
RAM	12GB - 16GB	12GB	12GB
Storage	256GB - 1TB	256GB - 1TB	256GB - 512GB
Battery	5,000mAh	4,800mAh	4,300mAh
Water-Resistance	IP48	IP48	IP48
5G	Yes	Yes	Yes

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 plan providers

Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone are all ranging the Galaxy Z Fold 8. Here's a breakdown of the major benefits you can expect each provider to offer.

Telstra Galaxy Z Fold 8 plans

Largest network in Australia
Access to the Telstra Plus perks and rewards program

Telstra plans

Telstra Galaxy plans are often the priciest on the Australian market, but they do come with a host of perks.

Telstra lets you pay your Galaxy off over 12, 24, or 36 months, and all plans are free from excess data charges. If you go over your cap, your data will simply be slowed to speeds of 1.5Mbps, which is still fast enough to stream video in SD. But speeds may be slower during peak times.

Telstra still has Australia's largest mobile network, covering over 2.14 million square kilometres. In addition, Telstra has a partnership with Starlink operator SpaceX, allowing you to send text messages via satellite when mobile coverage is unavailable. A clear view of the sky is needed for this.

Telstra is the only telco in Australia to still have a rewards program. As a customer, you earn points for every dollar spent with Telstra, which can then be redeemed for discounts on new tech.

Optus Galaxy Z Fold 8 plans

Discounted access to streaming services through SubHub
$5 for 5GB of roaming data when overseas

Optus plans

Optus Galaxy plans come with solid data inclusions.

Higher-end Optus plans also come with unlimited international calls to selected destinations included with the plan.

All Optus plans are contract-free, and devices can be paid off across 12, 24, or 36 months.

In addition, all Optus postpaid plans are free from excess data charges. If you go over your allowance, you'll be slowed to 1.5Mbps rather than being billed $10 per gigabyte.

Vodafone Galaxy Z Fold 8 plans

Bundling options
Access to Vodafone's famous $5 roaming

Vodafone plans

Vodafone Galaxy plans may not come with the kinds of freebies and perks you can get from Optus or Telstra, but they have bonuses when it comes to bundling.

If you have a Vodafone mobile plan, you can get most of the telco's internet plans - NBN, 5G home internet, and 4G home internet - at a discounted rate.

Vodafone customers also save $5 per month if they bundle a second mobile plan on to their account, and then an extra $15 for each plan after.

Vodafone postpaid plans are all free from excess data charges. When you go over your plan allowance, you'll be capped at 2Mbps.

You'll also get access to Vodafone's famous $5 roaming, which is still easily the best way to travel with your Australian phone number.

Thanks to a network sharing agreement with Optus, Vodafone's network coverage is now practically identical to Optus' when it comes to 4G.

How to choose the best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 plan for you

There are a few key factors to keep in mind when picking a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 plan:

Answering "how much mobile data do I use" can help you avoid overspending. Don't pay for more data than you need
Decide whether you want to pay off your phone shorter on a 24-month plan or get a smaller bill over a longer period of time on a 36-month plan
If you're a frequent overseas traveller, consider any international roaming inclusions
You may also want to make international phone calls so check if the destinations you may be calling are included in your plan

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Alex Choros is the Managing Editor of WhistleOut Australia and an award-winning journalist. He's been writing about consumer technology for over a decade and is an expert on the Australian telco sector, to the point where he knows far too many phone and internet plans by heart. In addition to leading the WhistleOut editorial team, Alex is responsible for ruining the office Sonos with his troubled taste in music.

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