Compare iPhone Plans Australia

Compare the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max

If you’re eyeing off the iPhone 15 series but haven’t quite decided which phone is best for you, you might want to compare the features and specs of the range to see which phone suits your needs.

The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus offer many of the same features, but with different screen sizes and battery capacity. The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max are also similar, but the iPhone 15 Pro Max comes in a larger size and with a few additional differences. If you want to pick up your iPhone 15 series phone on a plan, you can compare iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max phone plans.

Compare the iPhone SE, iPhone 13, iPhone 14, iPhone 15

With each new iPhone release, Apple usually discontinues much of the previous year’s device lineup, but the base models of the devices, like the iPhone 14 and iPhone 13, will typically still be offered for a few years. You might prefer to pick up an older model iPhone to save on the more expensive price point of the newer iPhones. Likewise, Apple’s cheaper iPhone SE is usually readily available if you’re looking for a more budget-friendly iPhone.

Keep in mind that the below prices are the RRP for that iPhone at its launch. Older iPhones will typically drop in price and may be available with discounts.

Telstra iPhone plans

Telstra is one of the few telcos to offer iPhones on a plan. You’ll usually find the latest iPhones available, along with some older devices, depending on stock levels.

How much you pay per month for your Telstra iPhone plan will depend on the device you choose, storage size, the repayment period and the Telstra plan you choose to bundle with your device.

Keep in mind that a longer repayment period will have a cheaper monthly cost, but you’ll be required to stick with Telstra for a longer period.

Signing up to Telstra iPhone plans can have its advantages. Telstra offers eligible customers access to its rewards program, and the telco is known to frequently offer free subscriptions to streaming services from time to time.

Optus iPhone plans

As Australia’s second largest telco, Optus also offers a range of iPhone plans, including the latest iPhones and older iPhone models, if stock is available.

Optus, like the other two big telcos, separates its iPhone repayments from its plans, so you’ll need to choose your preferred iPhone model, storage size and repayment period. Then you’ll need to add on your choice of Optus postpaid phone plan.

If you’re interested in signing up to Optus iPhone plans, eligible Optus customers will also gain access to Optus SubHub — the telco’s subscription bundling service. You’ll be able to save on your subscription costs, such as Netflix or BINGE, when you add more services to your SubHub. Not only that, but Optus customers are able to sign up to Optus Sport for a cheaper monthly price than non-Optus customers.

Vodafone iPhone plans

As with Telstra and Optus, you can also sign up to Vodafone iPhone plans with a range of iPhone models available. You’ll find the most recent iPhones on offer, along with older devices as long as stock is available.

You’ll bundle your iPhone device of choice (including storage size and colour) with a Vodafone postpaid plan. The phone’s repayment period and your chosen plan’s price will determining how much your phone bill will cost each month.

Vodafone doesn’t tend to provide as many extras as Telstra or Optus, but you’ll typically get a cheaper plan price and Vodafone is known to offer plan discounts and bonus data from time to time.

Amaysim iPhone plans

Prepaid telco Amaysim also sells iPhones, however devices are not technically offered as iPhone plans in the same way that the big three telcos offer them. You’re able to buy a new iPhone from Amaysim but you’ll buy it outright and then bundle with one of Amaysim’s prepaid phone plans. However, these phones aren’t locked to Amaysim and you are free to cancel your plan. Amaysim offers a range of new iPhones including the latest iPhone series and some older devices.

How do I compare iPhone plans?

If you’ve settled on the iPhone you want, but aren’t dedicated to signing up to one provider over another, doing an iPhone plans comparison is a great way to find which plan (and provider) is going to best meet your needs.

To compare plans, simply use our free phone plan comparison tool at the top of this page. Simply select the device you want to compare plans for, along with any other filters that might be important to you, such as data allowance. It helps to have a general idea of what you’re looking for, whether that’s a minimum data inclusion or a rough price range. This can narrow down your choices and make it easier to find the right plan for your needs.

What are the best iPhone plans in Australia

If you’re after the best iPhone plans in Australia, the bad news is that there really isn’t such a thing as the ‘best’ plan.

What constitutes the best plan for one person will be different to another person’s preferences. That’s why it’s important to have an idea of what you want from a phone plan — whether it’s big data inclusions, entertainment extras, etc — and compare plans that offer this.

Also keep in mind that each of the big three telcos offering iPhone plans own and operate their own mobile networks. Comparing mobile network coverage, especially if you’re in a regional or remote area, might also help you determine which telco’s iPhone plans are going to be best for you.

Which iPhone should I buy?

Choosing which iPhone is right for you can be daunting — especially if you’re not sure about what you really want from your phone. There are a few things you might wish to consider which can help you narrow down which iPhone will be best for you.

The newest iPhone isn’t always the best iPhone for you. You might find that an older device is better suited to your needs, especially if you’re on a tighter budget. The newest iPhones are typically more expensive than the older counterparts, but you can save hundreds by picking up last year’s model rather than the very latest Apple release — and still grab a great phone with premium features!

Cost

iPhones don’t come cheap, but having a rough budget might make the decision between two phones much easier. This might also help inform which storage size you go for.

Cameras

Typically the cameras will be one of the biggest differences between the more standard iPhone and the ‘Pro’ version. If you’re into your phone photography and take a lot of photos, especially nature photos and macro shots, you might find the camera inclusions of the Pro iPhone suits your needs best. However if you don’t take many photos, or you’re not fussed about the camera specs, you might prefer the standard iPhone model.

Extra features

In addition to a bigger battery and more impressive cameras, Apple also tends to pack some extra features into its pro iPhones. Some of these features could be a big drawcard or they could be minor additions. Consider whether these features are important enough to you to justify the extra cost of the pro iPhone.

Size

In addition to storage size, you’ll also want to consider the physical size of the iPhone. Typically Apple releases a standard iPhone and a larger (or smaller) version of this phone, alongside an iPhone Pro and its larger counterpart. The larger size iPhones will also typically have larger battery sizes, but it usually includes the majority of the same features and specs, so it’s more of a toss up between if you want a bigger phone or not.

About our phone experts

Emma Bradstock: Senior Telco Specialist

As Canstar Blue’s Senior Telco Specialist, Emma Bradstock covers all things mobile phone and internet, which she’s focused on for the past four years. Emma has over a decade of professional writing experience across print and digital media outlets and for digital agencies, and has turned her hand to multimedia content and social media management.  She has a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Media from Macquarie University. You can follow Emma on LinkedIn.

Josh Filosi: Data Insights Analyst

Josh Filosi is Canstar’s Data Insights Analyst, and helps develop and deliver the methodology for Canstar Blue’s Value Rankings and Awards for the telco industry. He holds a double-major in Economics and Behavioral Science, and enjoys interpreting complex data. Connect with Josh on LinkedIn.