5G prepaid plans in Australia

Contents

In this guide:

Optus prepaid plans with 5G
Telstra prepaid plans with 5G
Vodafone prepaid plans with 5G
amaysim prepaid plans with 5G
Other prepaid plans with 5G
Where can I get 5G?
How fast is 5G?
FAQ

The 5G rollout keeps on keeping on, with the next-generation network technology now available across a wide range of mobile providers. This extends to prepaid providers too. While postpaid 5G plans are a little more common, it's still available on prepaid. You might not get in on every plan, so if you're after a prepaid plan with 5G, here's what you need to know.

Before we start, here's a quick look at some prepaid mobile plans with 5G and at least 20GB of data:

#1	iiNet	iiNet 50GB Medium Plan 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: 50% off - $17.50/mth for first 6 months, then $35/mth ongoing. Available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply. $17.50 Per 1 Month Renewal Go to Site	$17.50 Per 1 Month Renewal	Go to Site
#2	TPG	TPG 50GB Medium Plan 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: 50% off - $17.50/mth for first 6 months, then $35/mth ongoing. Available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply. $17.50 Per 1 Month Renewal Go to Site	$17.50 Per 1 Month Renewal	Go to Site
#3	felix mobile	felix mobile felix 25GB Mobile Plan 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Get 50% off your first 3 mths when you switch to felix. $12.50/mth for first 3 mths, then $25/mth. Use promo code FELIX50. T&Cs apply $25 Per 1 Month Renewal Go to Site	$25 Per 1 Month Renewal	Go to Site
#4	ALDI mobile	ALDI mobile $29 Mobile Plan 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks $29 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$29 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#5	Lebara Mobile	Lebara Mobile $29.90 Medium Plan 80GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: $29.90 SIM for $12 online until 04.05.25 + Includes 45GB bonus data for first 3 recharges + 300 bonus std mins to selected countries. $29.90 Per 30 Day Renewal Go to Site	$29.90 Per 30 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#6	Lyca Mobile	Lyca Mobile Unlimited Plan S 80GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: $10 for first renewal when you activate this plan. Offer ends 30.04.25 $30 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$30 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#7	amaysim	amaysim UNLIMITED 32GB Plan 32GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT Deal: Save $20 & get 18GB bonus data for first renewal when you sign up by 30.04.25. Online only. T&Cs apply $30 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$30 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#8	Everyday Mobile	Everyday Mobile Pre-paid Mobile $35 Recharge 40GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: $35 SIM Starter Pack discounted to $17.50 + 10% off your grocery shop once a month $35 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$35 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#9	Optus	Optus Optus Prepaid $35 SIM 40GB Speed capped at 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device Deal: 40GB on first 3 recharges before 28/04/25 for new services only. Note plan changes from 28/4/2025. Fair Go Policy and T&Cs apply. $35 Per 28 Day Renewal Go to Site	$35 Per 28 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#10	Exetel	Exetel ExeSim Extra Value 5G Plan 35GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks $35 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$35 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied

Optus prepaid plans with 5G

Every Optus prepaid plan has 5G connectivity, but with speed caps. Most of Optus' prepaid recharges are limited to download speeds of 150Mbps. Its $55 recharge has faster speeds of 250Mbps, however.

Optus' $35, $45, and $55 prepaid recharges come with unlimited data every weekend until March 16 next year.

Here are Optus' current prepaid recharges:

#1	Optus	Optus Optus Prepaid $12 SIM 5GB Speed capped at 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device Deal: 5GB data on first 3 recharges, 3GB standard data thereafter. New services only. Speed caps apply. T&Cs apply $12 Per 7 Day Renewal Go to Site	$12 Per 7 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#2	Optus	Optus Optus Prepaid $35 SIM 40GB Speed capped at 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device Deal: 40GB on first 3 recharges before 28/04/25 for new services only. Note plan changes from 28/4/2025. Fair Go Policy and T&Cs apply. $35 Per 28 Day Renewal Go to Site	$35 Per 28 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#3	Optus	Optus Optus Prepaid $45 SIM 60GB Speed capped at 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device Deal: Get unlimited data, every weekend when you stay connected with AutoRecharge. Fair Go Policy and T&Cs apply. $45 Per 28 Day Renewal Go to Site	$45 Per 28 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#4	Optus	Optus Optus Prepaid $55 SIM 80GB Speed capped at 250Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device Deal: Get unlimited data, every weekend when you stay connected with AutoRecharge. Fair Go Policy and T&Cs apply. $55 Per 28 Day Renewal Go to Site	$55 Per 28 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#5	Optus	Optus Optus Prepaid $160 SIM 130GB Speed capped at 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device Deal: 130GB on first 3 recharges within 3 years, then 80GB. New services only. Speed caps apply. T&Cs apply. $160 Per 186 Day Renewal Go to Site	$160 Per 186 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#6	Optus	Optus Optus Prepaid $320 SIM 280GB Speed capped at 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device Deal: $230 for 1st recharge, then reverts to standard in-market price. Ends 27.04.25. T&Cs apply. $230 Per 365 Day Renewal Go to Site	$230 Per 365 Day Renewal	Go to Site

Telstra prepaid plans with 5G

Every Telstra prepaid mobile plan has 5G connectivity. As with Optus, speeds are capped, but your exact download speed depends on how much you're spending. Most Telstra prepaid plans have a speed cap of 150Mbps, but its $59 recharge has a 250Mbps cap.

Telstra also has a $69 prepaid recharge with uncapped speeds, which means you'll get download speeds as fast as network conditions allow. These should typically exceed 400Mbps, but on a good day, you could get close to 1Gbps.

Here are Telstra's 5G plans:

#1	Telstra	Telstra $39 Pre-Paid Mobile 55GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes 40GB bonus data on first 3 recharges. $39 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$39 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#2	Telstra	Telstra $49 Pre-Paid Mobile 80GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes 55GB bonus data on first 3 recharges. $49 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$49 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#3	Telstra	Telstra $59 Pre-Paid Mobile 100GB data at download speeds up to 250Mbps 4GX on the Telstra Mobile Network Deal: Includes 65GB bonus data on first 3 recharges. $59 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$59 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#4	Telstra	Telstra $69 Pre-Paid Mobile 125GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes 55GB bonus data on first 3 recharges. $69 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$69 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#5	Telstra	Telstra $180 Pre-Paid Mobile SIM Starter Kit 150GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes 80GB bonus data on activation or first recharge. $180 Per 6 Month Renewal Link not supplied	$180 Per 6 Month Renewal	Link not supplied
#6	Telstra	Telstra $350 Pre-Paid Mobile SIM Starter Kit 310GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes 145GB bonus data on activation or first recharge. $350 Per 12 Month Renewal Link not supplied	$350 Per 12 Month Renewal	Link not supplied

Vodafone prepaid plans with 5G

All Vodafone prepaid mobile plans can connect to Vodafone's 5G network. No Vodafone prepaid plans have a speed cap.

Here's the complete range of Vodafone prepaid plans:

#1	Vodafone	Vodafone $35 Prepaid Plus Recharge 25GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Get $5 off every Automatic Recharge when you opt-in to Automatic Recharge $35 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$35 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#2	Vodafone	Vodafone $45 Prepaid Plus Recharge 35GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Get $5 off every Automatic Recharge when you opt-in to Automatic Recharge $45 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$45 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $55 Prepaid Plus Recharge 50GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Get $5 off every Automatic Recharge when you opt-in to Automatic Recharge $55 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$55 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#4	Vodafone	Vodafone $160 Prepaid Plus Starter Pack 140GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: $160 SIM for $119 + 50GB bonus data on activation + Extra 30GB on every Automatic Recharge $119 Per 185 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$119 Per 185 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#5	Vodafone	Vodafone $320 Prepaid Plus Starter Pack 320GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: $320 Prepaid Plus Starter Pack discounted to $199 + Incl. 100GB bonus data for 3 recharges + Extra 100GB on every Auto Recharge $199 Per 365 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$199 Per 365 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#6	Vodafone	Vodafone $250 Prepaid Plus Starter Pack 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes 70GB bonus data on activation + Extra 50GB on every Automatic Recharge $250 Per 365 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$250 Per 365 Day Renewal	Link not supplied

amaysim prepaid plans with 5G

amaysim prepaid recharges worth at least $30 have 5G connectivity. The telco's $30 and $40 recharge have a 100Mbps speed cap, while its $50 recharge has a slightly faster 150Mbps speed cap. amaysim is powered by the Optus 5G network.

Here are all of amaysim's 5G plans

#1	amaysim	amaysim UNLIMITED 32GB Plan 50GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT Deal: Save $20 & includes 18GB bonus data for first renewal when you sign up by 30.04.25. Online only. T&Cs apply $10 Starter Pack 28 Day Expiry Link not supplied	$10 Starter Pack 28 Day Expiry	Link not supplied
#2	amaysim	amaysim UNLIMITED 80GB Plan 80GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT Deal: Save $25 for first renewal when you sign up by 30.04.25 $15 Starter Pack 28 Day Expiry Link not supplied	$15 Starter Pack 28 Day Expiry	Link not supplied
#3	amaysim	amaysim UNLIMITED 32GB Plan 32GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT Deal: Save $20 & get 18GB bonus data for first renewal when you sign up by 30.04.25. Online only. T&Cs apply $30 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$30 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#4	amaysim	amaysim UNLIMITED 80GB Plan 80GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT Deal: Save $25 for first renewal when you sign up by 30.04.25 $40 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$40 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#5	amaysim	amaysim UNLIMITED 120GB Plan 120GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT $50 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$50 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied

Other prepaid plans with 5G

There are a couple of other providers offering 5G on prepaid plans. These include Superloop, Exetel, ALDI Mobile, Boost Mobile, Lebara, and LycaMobile. Here are the cheapest 5G-ready plans from each of these providers:

#1	iiNet	iiNet 50GB Medium Plan 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: 50% off - $17.50/mth for first 6 months, then $35/mth ongoing. Available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply. $17.50 Per 1 Month Renewal Go to Site	$17.50 Per 1 Month Renewal	Go to Site
#2	TPG	TPG 50GB Medium Plan 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: 50% off - $17.50/mth for first 6 months, then $35/mth ongoing. Available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply. $17.50 Per 1 Month Renewal Go to Site	$17.50 Per 1 Month Renewal	Go to Site
#3	felix mobile	felix mobile felix 25GB Mobile Plan 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Get 50% off your first 3 mths when you switch to felix. $12.50/mth for first 3 mths, then $25/mth. Use promo code FELIX50. T&Cs apply $25 Per 1 Month Renewal Go to Site	$25 Per 1 Month Renewal	Go to Site
#4	Boost Mobile	Boost Mobile $26 Prepaid 17GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Get 17GB data for the first 3 recharges, then 7GB from 4th recharge. New customers only. Activate by 07.07.25 $26 Per 28 Day Renewal Go to Site	$26 Per 28 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#5	ALDI mobile	ALDI mobile $29 Mobile Plan 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks $29 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$29 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#6	Lebara Mobile	Lebara Mobile $29.90 Medium Plan 80GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: $29.90 SIM for $12 online until 04.05.25 + Includes 45GB bonus data for first 3 recharges + 300 bonus std mins to selected countries. $29.90 Per 30 Day Renewal Go to Site	$29.90 Per 30 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#7	Lyca Mobile	Lyca Mobile Unlimited Plan S 80GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: $10 for first renewal when you activate this plan. Offer ends 30.04.25 $30 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$30 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#8	Everyday Mobile	Everyday Mobile Pre-paid Mobile $35 Recharge 40GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: $35 SIM Starter Pack discounted to $17.50 + 10% off your grocery shop once a month $35 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$35 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#9	Exetel	Exetel ExeSim Extra Value 5G Plan 35GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks $35 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$35 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#10	Superloop	Superloop SuperSim Essential 5G Plan 35GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks $35 Per 30 Day Renewal Go to Site	$35 Per 30 Day Renewal	Go to Site

Like the prepaid plans we've looked at earlier, most of these plans are subject to speed caps. 100Mbps or 150Mbps is the most common speed cap, but some pricier plans have 250Mbps speed caps.

If you're just after a more affordable 5G plan than what's being offered by Telstra, Optus, or Vodafone, it could be worth checking out postpaid 5G plans. Here's a look at the cheapest 5G postpaid plans available from smaller providers right now:

#1	Moose Mobile	Moose Mobile Moose 26.80 SIM Only 40GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps On the Optus 5G Mobile Network Deal: Get 40GB for $12.40 – Includes $14.40 off and 13GB bonus data for first 6 months. Offer ends 31.05.25 $12.40/mth Min. cost $12.40 Link not supplied	$12.40/mth Min. cost $12.40	Link not supplied
#2	SpinTel	SpinTel $22 Mobile Plan 25GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT Deal: Enjoy $8 off for the first 6 months for new customers - $14/mth for first 6 months, then $22/mth $14/mth Min. cost $14 Go to Site	$14/mth Min. cost $14	Go to Site
#3	Southern Phone	Southern Phone Medium 5G SIM Plan 40GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT Deal: Includes $10/mth discount for first 6 months. $19/mth first 6 months, then $29/mth. Offer ends 14.08.25 $19/mth Min. cost $19 Link not supplied	$19/mth Min. cost $19	Link not supplied
#4	Aussie Broadband	Aussie Broadband Saver 5G SIM Plan 20GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT $25/mth Min. cost $25 Link not supplied	$25/mth Min. cost $25	Link not supplied
#5	Tangerine Telecom	Tangerine Telecom 25GB 5G Mobile SIM 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: Bundle your mobile and nbn plans on the same account to get 10% off your mobile SIM-only plan fees. T&Cs apply. $29/mth Min. cost $29 Go to Site	$29/mth Min. cost $29	Go to Site
#6	Belong	Belong 25GB Mobile Plan 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks $30/mth Min. cost $30 Go to Site	$30/mth Min. cost $30	Go to Site
#7	More	More 25GB 5G Mobile SIM 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses Telstra Wholesale 4G/5G mobile networks Deal: $5/mth off mobile plan fees for 12 mths then 10% off ongoing if you are a CommBank customer - $25/mth for 12 mths, then $27/mth $32/mth Min. cost $32 Go to Site	$32/mth Min. cost $32	Go to Site
#8	Dodo	Dodo $33 Mobile Plan 40GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps On the Optus 5G Mobile Network Deal: 50% off for first 3 mths! Get the $33 Mobile Plan for $16.50/mth for the first 3 mths. New customers only. Offer ends 06.05.25 $33/mth Min. cost $16.50 Go to Site	$33/mth Min. cost $16.50	Go to Site
#9	AGL	AGL 5G Small 20GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT Deal: Special Bundle Offer - $12/mth for first 6 months then $25 after that, when you have AGL energy. Ends 14.08.25 $35/mth Min. cost $35 Link not supplied	$35/mth Min. cost $35	Link not supplied
#10	Everyday Mobile	Everyday Mobile $40 SIM Only 55GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: 10% off for Everyday Rewards members + more! $40/mth Min. cost $40 Link not supplied	$40/mth Min. cost $40	Link not supplied

Once again, many of these plans are subject to speed caps.

Where can I get 5G?

WhistleOut's coverage checker tool can be used to inspect 5G coverage maps, making it easy to see whether you can get 5G in your area. All you need to do is punch 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 and 3G 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

How fast is 5G?

5G speeds can vary quite a lot, but have the potential to reach over 1Gbps. In our 5G speed testing, we've found 5G speeds have typically ranged between 200Mbps and 600Mbps.

Many 5G prepaid plans have some sort of speed cap, however, limiting the maximum download speed you can reach. 100Mbps, 150Mbps, and 250Mbps are the common speed caps providers have implemented on their plans. In some cases, more expensive 5G prepaid plans may have uncapped speeds, which allows you to achieve download speeds as fast as network conditions allow.

What phones have 5G?

Naturally, you can't connect to a 5G network unless you have a 5G compatible phone. Below is a small selection of phones that have 5G that you can buy on a plan.

Apple

iPhone 16 128GB

6.1 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 12MP
Front Camera: 12MP

Choose

20 Plans from $77.86/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $77.86/mth

Min. cost $1,437.96

Samsung

Galaxy S25 256GB

6.2 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 10MP, 12MP
Front Camera: 12MP

Choose

20 Plans from $77.86/mth

Choose

20 Plans from $77.86/mth

Min. cost $1,437.96

Google

Pixel 6 Pro 128GB 5G

6.7 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 48MP, 12MP
Front Camera: 11MP

Choose

6 Plans from $78.86/mth

Choose

6 Plans from $78.86/mth

Min. cost $563.96

Motorola

Moto edge 50 Fusion 5G

6.7 inch display
Rear Cameras: 50MP, 13MP
Front Camera: 32MP

Choose

6 Plans from $44.63/mth

Choose

6 Plans from $44.63/mth

Min. cost $637.68

Nokia

XR20

6.67 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 13MP
Front Camera: 8MP

Choose

6 Plans from $85.80/mth

Choose

6 Plans from $85.80/mth

Min. cost $813.80

OPPO

A54 5G

6.5 inch display
Rear Cameras: 48MP, 8MP, 2MP, 2MP
Front Camera: 16MP

Choose

8 Plans from $66.08/mth

Choose

8 Plans from $66.08/mth

Min. cost $453.88

ZTE

A71 5G

6.52 inch display
Rear Cameras: 16MP, 5MP, 2MP
Front Camera: 8MP

Choose

8 Plans from $62.74/mth

Choose

8 Plans from $62.74/mth

Min. cost $333.64

FAQ

Are the cheapest 5G plans prepaid?

5G prepaid plans can be a great way to get a more affordable 5G SIM, but they're not always the cheapest option. amaysim has one of the cheapest prepaid 5G mobile plans right now, where you'll pay $30 for a 28-day recharge with 32GB. While that's not a bad deal, Moose Mobile has a 5G postpaid SIM-only plan where you'll get 25GB for $14.80 per month. This pricing lasts for six months, after which you'll pay $26.80 per month. That's less data, but also a smaller monthly bill.

Do smaller prepaid providers like amaysim have 5G?

Several small prepaid providers now offer 5G on select plans. These include amaysim, ALDI Mobile, Boost Mobile, Lebara, LycaMobile, Exetel, and Superloop.

Do you need a new SIM for 5G?

If you're sticking with the same provider and are already on a prepaid plan, you won't need a new SIM card to get 5G. If you're moving from a postpaid plan to a prepaid plan on the same provider, you'll often need to order a new SIM card. If you're moving to a different provider to get 5G connectivity, your new provider will send you a new SIM.

Alex Choros

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.

Throughout his career as a journalist, Alex has covered international trade shows, spent three years co-hosting a tech show on community radio, and was awarded a highly commended in the Best Reviewer category of the 2018 IT Journalism awards and the 2021 IT Journalism awards. His work contributed to WhistleOut Australia winning the Best Consumer Technology Coverage award in the 2023 IT Journalism Awards.

He has regularly contributed to Gizmodo and Lifehacker, and he often pops up on 2GB and the Money Magazine podcast to talk telco. On weekends, you'll find Alex at a wine bar, on a hike, or in the middle of a mosh pit.

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