If you're searching for a more affordable mobile phone option, prepaid phones are an excellent alternative. Here are our top recommendations for prepaid phones across Telstra, Optus and Vodafone.
Nokia G11 Plus
RRP via Telstra $229
Trust good ol' Nokia to keep designing sturdy, reliable Android devices for a fraction of an iPhone's price tag.
Feature-wise, it has 4GX network capabilities, a 6.5-inch screen, two rear cameras and 64GB of expandable storage just in case you need more.
Vivo Y22s
RRP via Telstra: $249
The Vivo Y22 is an affordable, sleek device with more handy features than just calling and texting.
It has access to the 4G network and features a 6.55-inch screen, two rear cameras, 18W of fast charging, a handy side fingerprint scanner, and 64GB storage capacity plus 4GB memory.
Vivo Y55
RRP via Telstra: $299
If you're after a 5G-compatible device with little more storage, the Vivo Y55 is just that. It offers 128GB right out of the box and can be expanded to 1TB with a microSD card.
This Android device offers the same 18W fast charging and side fingerprint scanner as the Vivo Y22s and has a handful of extra photography features including a macro camera to dual-video mode.
Samsung Galaxy A13 4G and 5G
RRP via Telstra, Optus and Vodafone 4G version: $299
RRP via Telstra 5G version: $349 or $379 via Vodafone
For those looking for something more stylish with extra bells and whistles, the Samsung Galaxy A13 is an excellent choice.
The phone features 128GB of expandable storage, an impressive four-rear camera setup plus one front camera, and a fingerprint sensor.
If you don't have 5G coverage in your area, we recommend choosing the 4G version while also saving some money. But if you know you'll use and need 5G capabilities, you'll spend an extra $50. While Telstra and Vodafone sell the Galaxy A13 in both 4G and 5G, Optus only stocks the 4G.
Optus X Swift 5G
RRP via Optus: $279
For a 5G compatible device, look no further than the Optus X Swift. While this phone measures a larger 6.52-inch, it's a very lightweight, slimline design with a 720p+ screen. It includes 64GB of storage, a triple AI camera, and fingerprint and face unlock authentication.
Nokia C31
RRP via Optus: $229
If a 4G device is all you need, say hello to the budget-friendly Nokia C31. This phone comes with 32GB storage but can be expanded up to 256GB via microSD. It has triple rear cameras, and power-saving battery features all on Android 12.
OPPO A57
RRP via Optus: $249
OPPO A57 is another good choice if you want to keep costs down with an iPhone alternative.
This tidy and sleek Android 12 device comes with 64GB of expandable storage, a 6.56-inch display, and double rear-facing cameras. Plus it has dual speakers for high-quality sound.
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