What Would You Say Are The Best Prepaid YEARLY SIM Plans?

LUltimateAus on 04/11/2023 - 18:26

I'm looking to switch from my family's Optus account to my own pre-paid yearly sim plan. I've seen Amaysim and Kogan as being probably the best in terms of price per GB, with Amaysim coming out slightly on top with better features (as well as the Optus network which is generally a bit better than Vodafone for most areas.) I've also seen Boost and Felix and a bunch of others that seem generally acceptable.

So what are everyones thoughts and recommendations for cheap yearly pre-paid SIM only plans?

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Comments

  • singingwolf on 04/11/2023 - 18:51

    I tend to look for $150 for 180GB. Anything cheaper is good.

    Not sure the brand matters for annual plans. Although some give all data up front, and others a small amount per month

  • itoyjobed on 04/11/2023 - 19:26
    +5

    I tried Amaysim in Sydney and it was pathetic. My go to choice is Telstra or Boost.

    • OMGJL on 05/11/2023 - 00:07
      +1

      Sydney on T4 Train line, Telstra is pathetic, my go to choice is something Vodafone.

      And a Boost Cashback sim as second sim cuz why not.

  • Switchblade88 on 04/11/2023 - 19:33
    +4

    I've got Amaysim which was a discounted $90 renewal for a year. Zero complaints so far but I'm a low-data user.

    • UltimateAus on 04/11/2023 - 19:49

      Yeah I'm not looking to use a lot of data myself. Was that $90 just for this year on a deal or is that for every year ongoing?

      • Switchblade88 on 04/11/2023 - 20:04

        Renewal/retention bonus on my wife's account, which I then asked support to match on my account. Otherwise I was still happy to pay the $120 instead since that was still the best deal for me.

        There was a 'starter SIM' deal recently for a similar price from Woolies, and apparently there's also some Black Friday deals if you can wait a month, but no guarantees.

        • CyberMurning on 04/11/2023 - 20:19

          BF deals should be coming in couple weeks not month I think? That is assuming if amaysim doing half price promo like last year

        • UltimateAus on 04/11/2023 - 20:23

          Yeah I might wait to see what black friday deals are going around when the time comes. Might go to a woolworths to see if those deals are still on as well.

      • ballistykx on 04/11/2023 - 20:30

        If you only want unlimited calls and text then amaysim has a $60 yearly plan. It's not on their website but if you sign up to the PAYG plan you can then choose it.

      • iDroid on 05/11/2023 - 22:06
        +1

        Last time I tried Amaysim it was literally unusable - every time I tried to get data… zilch, worse than dial up.

        Even Optus is better - and that's a BIG call. (I hate Optus with a passion).

  • iDroid on 04/11/2023 - 20:34
    +4

    Kogan Mobile (Vodafone reseller) : https://www.koganmobile.com.au/plans/mobile/

    120GB $120
    200GB $180
    500GB $300

    • speedyj1 on 17/11/2023 - 20:43
      +1

      I paid $165 for the 500GB data during the end of year sales. Hoping it is available this year as well.

  • Dollar General on 04/11/2023 - 21:20

    Onetel

    • Daabido on 05/11/2023 - 10:41

      Makes Lachlan and James shed real tears.

  • st1ng on 04/11/2023 - 21:47
    +2

    Coles Mobile. $129/1y for 120 GB and calls/SMS to 16 countries. Really useful if you call one of those countries often.

    • CyberMurning on 04/11/2023 - 22:27

      It was $119 last week. No more?

      • BendBridge on 05/11/2023 - 13:25
        +1

        I bought one last night at $119 for 120GB. Good for 365 days but must be activated within a month after purchase.

    • iDroid on 05/11/2023 - 22:08

      Yeah, but Coles are an Optus reseller.

      Optus??? yeah… naaa…

      • BendBridge on 07/11/2023 - 12:18

        Oh no, Optus is really that bad huh? I actually moved across from Aldi's 365 day prepaid data plan. This Coles card seems to provide a lot more as with $20 extra, you'll get double the data on a normal SIM card (free local/national plus 16 country international calls).

        • ballistykx on 07/11/2023 - 13:05

          Really depends on where you are, Optus is oversubscribed in Sydney where I live and work. Used to be great 5 years ago but not now.

          • BendBridge on 07/11/2023 - 13:10

            @ballistykx: I see. Perhaps it's OK in Victoria. Any comments from users in Victoria?

        • zzzzzzzzzzzzzzz on 08/11/2023 - 09:49
          +4

          This comment aged well

          • CyberMurning on 08/11/2023 - 09:57

            @zzzzzzzzzzzzzzz: idroid words becoming reality! omg .. we are in the Droids and Sorcerers age

            • iDroid on 17/11/2023 - 20:59
              +1

              @CyberMurning: @zzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
              I'm going for a job on the Optus marketing team.. I'm going to pitch my idea for a new slogan..

              "Optus??? yeah… naaa… At least we're honest!"

  • this is us on 04/11/2023 - 22:27

    Amaysim and Boost are both pretty good. Prices depend on deals and your usage.

    • iDroid on 05/11/2023 - 22:09

      Amaysim

      Perhaps when looking at value on paper.. In real use? It's a no in my experience.

      • this is us on 06/11/2023 - 08:26

        I rarely have issues with Amaysim/Optus in Sydney but I believe it depends on where you live and where you go. I've been switching between Boost and Amaysim for years and find the difference negligible. My partner is with Boost now.

        Sometimes only Telstra network is available, sometimes only Optus.

        I can't really say that one is better than the other for my use.

        Also, Amaysim international roaming with package valid for 365 has been pretty amazing and reasonably priced, without having to worry about travel SIMs.

  • 0FoxGiven on 04/11/2023 - 23:49
    +10

    Woolworths Mobile. It's on the Telstra network.

    It costs a bit more than the cheapest options at $170 yearly for 120Gb, but works out much cheaper for me when I consider the 10% off monthly Woolworths shop offer it opens up. Also, I always seem to have excess unused data at the end of the year which I can easily sell on OzB classified which brings down my cost even further

    • Nugs on 05/11/2023 - 04:08
      +1

      Yep, only need to have a pre 10% shop of $142 each month to be free phone plan
      Easy to do being a family of 5 adults
      .

      • CyberMurning on 05/11/2023 - 06:26

        I thought 10pct off is just for one shop per month?

        • Nugs on 05/11/2023 - 06:28
          +6

          Yes
          142x10%=$14.20 discount, x12 months = $170.40 to offset $170 phone plan
          .

          • CyberMurning on 05/11/2023 - 08:49

            @Nugs: Ah sorry forgot the 170$ is for a year. Too bad Coles is much closer to my home

            • iDroid on 05/11/2023 - 22:12
              +2

              @CyberMurning: Yeah but Coles is Optus… That's like using carrier pigeon in a field of hawks and eagles.. It may work sometimes, but not many.

    • andrek on 05/11/2023 - 08:38
      +1

      From what I see on Woolies website, if you have a dual SIM phone, you could get it even for less. Get 60Gb for $100 phone plan (https://mobile.everyday.com.au/plans/long-expiry-plans) and also get 120Gb data only for $54 (https://mobile.everyday.com.au/plans/sim-only-plans, and on 5G as well!). Total: $154 for 180Gb.

      I don't have a dual SIM phone:( I wish Woolies could do an eSIM, I'd totally go for this option.

      • CyberMurning on 05/11/2023 - 08:45

        Thanks. But I'm only using 60 to 80gb a year data. It's funny the normal pack is only 4g but data only is 5g

        • iDroid on 05/11/2023 - 22:14

          but data only is 5g

          I'd say that voice is 4G VoLTE and data is capable of 5G (but will still carry on 4G)

      • 0FoxGiven on 05/11/2023 - 10:18
        +1

        The $100 plan is for 180 days only. The $170 is where the best value is at.

        • andrek on 05/11/2023 - 20:19

          Ah, yes, I missed that part /facepalm/

      • lgacb08 on 05/11/2023 - 10:23

        Mate, those are not even close in the realm of cheap prepaid, first one was 6 month, second one was monthly plan which you can get similar data from Boost for free.

        • ajkaos on 05/11/2023 - 12:23
          +2

          you Get 10% off your shopping once a month. For me it ends up free and I even make money as i save $350 year. Have little think about it.

          • lgacb08 on 05/11/2023 - 23:45
            +1

            @ajkaos: No, you get slugged if you consider 10% discount at ww is decent. Anything not going half-price is considered overpriced at WW, so unless you can stack up 10% on top of the half-price it's not worth it. And you can never get all the stars aligned to make that once a month trip worthwhile.
            Best is to sign up to ww to get 10% discount and port your number out before the next renewal so you can get 10% a month and cheaper mobile service somewhere else.

        • andrek on 05/11/2023 - 20:21

          Yeah, see it now, my bad. Bummer, I knew it was too good to be true :(

      • bobwokeup on 05/11/2023 - 13:01

        Yeah agreed that would make it even better. At least my data travel one is eSIM.

      • steven107 on 05/11/2023 - 17:50
        +2

        Woolies DO do eSIM, there's an option in the app to let you switch if you've activated a regular SIM. Or you can just take the eSIM option on their website to start with. https://mobile.everyday.com.au/mobile-phone/esim

    • bobwokeup on 05/11/2023 - 12:58
      +1

      I second this, I’ve tried most of them and Woolworths Mobile is the best for families or couples even. Actually even if it’s just one person it’s still better I believe. I’m not even going to bother switching it’s that good.

  • Jared17 on 05/11/2023 - 07:31
    +3

    Catch? Got the sim for like $80

  • Mugsy on 05/11/2023 - 08:43

    "Best" is situational. I find answering the following questions is usually needed to narrow down the best yearly prepaid service (assuming you're not firstly constrained by a maximum cost):

    • how much data do you need at minimum each year?
    • does a particular network have poor reception at your home/work/other locations you spend lots of time at?
    • do you travel regionally a lot? (Telstra network may be mandatory if so)
    • do you need included international calls?
    • do you need international roaming? Value of roaming plans differ between providers
    • ballistykx on 05/11/2023 - 09:10

      True, every post here is unique to their respective situations.

      • CyberMurning on 05/11/2023 - 09:27

        Just like finding girl friend… Your mate hot young cute gf maybe not suitable for you

        • Daabido on 05/11/2023 - 10:44

          Depends how much you like your mate.

  • ECE on 05/11/2023 - 09:05

    Boost Mobile

  • Ade99 on 05/11/2023 - 09:40

    suspect there will be deals at the end of November with black Friday?

  • avoidfullprice on 05/11/2023 - 10:51

    So you say in your original post

    the best in terms of price per GB

    And then in your reply

    I'm not looking to use a lot of data myself

    So i would suggest Catch 60GB/$89 a year if you are asking for a deal.

    But you are asking what we think is the best, so i go with what mugsy

  • Kay Elle on 05/11/2023 - 12:06
    +4

    I found Catch 60GB for $89 a year to be really good. Leave the auto-renewal option off and they'll likely SMS you an offer for the second year when it is less than a month to expiry.

    • apokalypsez on 06/11/2023 - 13:14

      yeh..thats seems best deal..

      • CyberMurning on 06/11/2023 - 16:50

        i feel coles for $99, same 60GB is better with international call included if you need them of course.

  • wots on 05/11/2023 - 13:32

    For yearly prepaid plans between 100 and 200GB I'm happy paying 1 dollar per GB (providers on optus or telstra).

  • Woody982 on 05/11/2023 - 15:42
    +3

    For me, its the Boost $200, which is now $230. However you can always find it for around $180 if you look around.

    The reason it is best for me, is the fact that it uses the full Telstra network… which is essential when you live out in the country in my experience. Both Vodafone and optus networks are shit around 100-150kms away from Adelaide and i imagine even worse where i am now - 800kms away from Adelaide.

    • ECE on 06/11/2023 - 12:58

      Plus overseas calls allocation.

  • tessel on 06/11/2023 - 08:24

    Boost Boost Baby…

  • Alexxx on 06/11/2023 - 09:11

    Vodafone as their prepaid includes eSIM and 5g. Want eSIM for my main number so I can use my physical SIM for travel/work/data and looking at 5g as I find some areas have slow 4g but fast 5g.

    • CyberMurning on 06/11/2023 - 09:18

      but voda prepaid 365days plan is $250? too much

      • Alexxx on 06/11/2023 - 12:55
        +1

        I got it a few weeks ago for $150, must have gone up since then.

      • apokalypsez on 06/11/2023 - 13:13

        voda always on sales so check out for woolies/coles..

  • apokalypsez on 06/11/2023 - 13:12

    i'm kind of same page…low data user 120GB more than enough and looking at text/calls more than data at cheap price..seems some have on sales like Catch Connect about $89 and i think amaysims going to have half price around $70..there's many others at $120.

    use to stack sims card but too much and headace, pretty much for heavy data users so stick with anything less than $10 per month.

    • CyberMurning on 06/11/2023 - 16:52

      yep i still hesitate to join the jumping sims club, i think $60-80 a year is a good price to have a worry free mind. waiting for black friday deal come on…..lucky my boost exp end of november otherwise will get $99 coles 60GB

  • ozbenny on 08/11/2023 - 07:27

    Currently with Amaysim 60Gb yearly plan (Optus) $99 which is more than enough but need to change over to Telstra based as no reception when out in country which is a regular thing these days..
    Can someone suggest what the equivalent Telstra (or Telstra MVNO) with similar data and unlimited calls would be? just doesn't seem to be anything similarly priced or spec'ed .. thks

  • cupcake on 08/11/2023 - 13:44
    +1

    Boost Mobile - because it has the most coverage in Australia on the Telstra network.
    Just sick of the black spots I get on the Vodafone, Optus network with Amaysim.
    Just find out which network all the other providers are on.

  • ssdexecutor82 on 09/11/2023 - 23:08

    Can you use discounted woolies gift cards to buy the $170 recharge vouchers?

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