
Apple has just taken the wraps off the brand-new iPhone 18 lineup! Here’s everything you need to know about pre-ordering your new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max ahead of the September 18 release date.
What are my options to pre-order the iPhone 18 Pro?
You can pre-order the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max outright through Apple's store or Apple's Amazon page. If you'd like to pair your phone with a mobile plan you can do so through Vodafone, Optus, or Telstra.
Before you make your purchase, here are a few things to consider:
- Do you want the iPhone 18 Pro outright or on a plan? You can pre-order an iPhone 18 Pro from a mobile provider as part of a phone plan or as a one-off purchase.
- Which iPhone 18 Pro model do you want? Decide which of the four colours and what storage size you want. Are there any plan extras you might want?
- Which iPhone 18 Pro deal is best? Compare providers and their plans to find the best deal and availability for your iPhone 18 Pro pre-order. Even if you've purchased it outright, you might be able to save money by switching to a cheaper provider or plan.
You'll have to wait a little longer to pre-order the iPhone Duo. Pre-orders for Apple's new foldable start at 11pm AEDT on October 16 ahead of an October 23 release date, with pricing starting at $3,499 for a 256GB model, and as high as $5,899 for a 2TB configuration.
Pre-ordering the iPhone 18 Pro on a plan
The new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Pro Max are now available for pre-order, ahead of a September 18 release date. Compare 36-month mobile plans and deals for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max below.
Click here to compare all iPhone 18 Pro plans or click here to compare all iPhone 18 Pro Max plans.
Pre-ordering the iPhone 18 Pro for outright purchase
If you're looking to pre-order the iPhone 18 Pro or iPhone 18 Pro Max outright, you can do so through Apple's website, Amazon, JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman, or other local electronics retailers.
How much is the iPhone 18 Pro in Australia?
The iPhone 18 Pro starts at $2,099 for 256GB of storage, which is $100 more than last year's iPhone 17 Pro. The iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at $2,299, with the same $100 price increase compared to last year's model. However, if you're after the 2TB configuration of the iPhone 18 Pro Max, you'll pay $4,699, a whopping $900 increase over last year's model.
Here's the full pricing for the new 2026 iPhones:
| Phone | RRP | Check price on |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 18 Pro (256GB) | $2,099 | Amazon |
| iPhone 18 Pro (512GB) | $2,499 | Amazon |
| iPhone 18 Pro (1TB) | $3,299 | Amazon |
| iPhone 18 Pro (2TB) | $4,499 | Amazon |
| iPhone 18 Pro Max (256GB) | $2,299 | Amazon |
| iPhone 18 Pro Max (512GB) | $2,699 | Amazon |
| iPhone 18 Pro Max (1TB) | $3,499 | Amazon |
| iPhone 18 Pro Max (2TB) | $4,699 | Amazon |
| iPhone Duo (256GB) | $3,499 | - |
| iPhone Duo (512GB) | $3,899 | - |
| iPhone Duo (1TB) | $4,699 | - |
| iPhone Duo (2TB) | $5,899 | - |
What's the cheapest way to pre-order an iPhone 18 Pro?
Whether you pre-order your iPhone 18 Pro or iPhone 18 Pro Max on a mobile plan or outright, you’ll end up paying roughly the same for the phone itself – barring any special deals that might pop up. The cost difference comes from the mobile plan portion of your overall spend (i.e. your monthly data allowance, network connection, and additional plan perks).
If you purchase your iPhone 18 Pro or iPhone 18 Pro Max outright, it gives you the flexibility to sign up to a cheap mobile plan from a smaller provider, effectively saving you money in the long run.
Known as
Mobile Virtual Service Operators
(MVNOs) these smaller providers buy access to the Telstra, Optus, or Vodafone networks and
resell it at a low price. They can do this because they tend to offer no-frills plans, and have fewer overheads , forgoing brick-and-mortar stores for online-only services.
MVNOs offer SIM-only plans, so you have to bring your own handset. If you purchased your iPhone 17 outright, that’s you.
Here are the cheapest mobile plans in our database of 28 mobile providers, with various minimum monthly data allowances. To help account for introductory discounts, we've ordered them by total cost over 24 months:
When will I get my iPhone 18 Pro pre-order?
If you pre-order your iPhone 18 Pro or iPhone 18 Pro Max between September 12 and the September 18 release date, you should be among the first people in Australia to receive one. Just keep in mind that wait times for more popular models can blow out quickly, so if you want to get an iPhone 18 Pro as early as possible, pre-order sooner rather than later.
People living in major metropolitan areas may very well get theirs on release day, though it might take a couple of days longer than that. If you live further out, it can depend on your location.
Can I still get an iPhone 18 Pro if I don't pre-order?
You can absolutely still get an iPhone 18 Pro or iPhone 18 Pro Max if you don't pre-order. Although it may take a little longer. You could always brave the release day lines at an Apple Store, but you shouldn't have to wait too long if you buy one online through a mobile provider or retailer.
Hannah Geremia
Digital Content Editor