SIM Plans Under $20

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By Mariam Gabji, Finder Utilities Expert

Finder’s team of mobile plan experts have compared 316 SIM-only mobile plans from 47 mobile providers in Australia. We’ve curated 4 top picks for people looking for a budget-friendly mobile plan. There’s no one-size fits all so make sure to compare your options before choosing the right SIM-only plan for you.
We’ve compared four popular prepaid options on the Optus and Vodafone networks to help you find the best fit for your needs.

The Contenders:

• Catch Connect 28 Day Plan ($10 for first recharge, then $20): This budget-friendly option offers a generous 15GB of data for only $10 for the first recharge, then $20 per recharge after that. Enjoy unlimited national calls and texts on the Optus 4G/3G network. Note: Cheap first month is available until October 22, 2024.
  
• TPG Small ($12.50 for 6 months, then $25): Finder Award winner TPG is giving a solid 25GB for just $12.50 a month for the first 6 months, then $25 a month after. This plan also includes unlimited national calls and texts plus 100 international minutes to 31 selected countries. It runs on the Vodafone 4G network.
  
• iiNet Small Plan ($12.50 for 6 months, then $25): Similar to the TPG plan, Vodafone’s iiNet Small Plan also offers 25GB per month at a discounted $12.50 a month for the first 6 months. You’ll get access to Vodafone’s 4G network, unlimited national calls and texts plus 100 international minutes to 31 selected countries.
  
• felix Subscription ($12.50 for 3 months, then $25): felix’s 25GB plan might seem similar to TPG and iiNet’s offers but you get some additional features such as access to Vodafone’s 5G network, unlimited data banking and no excess charges if you run out of data for the money. Your download speeds will simply slow to 1.5Mbps. Bonus: Use promo code FELIX50 for a discounted rate of $12.50 for the first 3 months!
  

The Breakdown:

Here’s a quick comparison to help you decide:

Feature	Catch Connect 28-day plan	TPG Small	iiNet Small	felix Subscription
Promo price	$10	$12.50	$12.50	$12.50 (with promo code)
Ongoing price	$20	$25	$25	$25
Monthly Data	15GB	5GB	5GB	25GB
Network	Optus 4G/5G	Vodafone 4G	Vodafone 4G	Vodafone 5G/4G
National Calls & Texts	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited

Who’s the Winner?

The best plan depends on your data needs, budget and if you’re after extra features. Here’s a quick guide:

• Low Data User & Budget Conscious: Catch is perfect for those who don’t use much data and want a simple, affordable plan.
• Decent amount of data and big discounts: TPG and iiNet’s plans come with more data than the average Aussies uses plus you’ll get 6-month discounts too.
• Extra features: felix is a winner with a solid 25GB of data and additional perks such as unlimited data banking and removing any worries of getting a bill shock. Plus it plants a tree each month for every active subscription.
  

Remember: Always check the terms and conditions of each plan before signing up. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.