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Cheap phone plans with 40GB of data

Thanks to the powerful smartphones we carry around and the easy access to music and video streaming apps, entertainment on the go has never been easier. But of course there are only so many free WiFi networks out there, and inevitably you’ll need to rely on mobile data for some of your phone internet needs.

While smaller data inclusions may suit some phone users, if you like a bigger chunk of data — especially if you’re wary of excess data fees — there is some good news. Big data allowances are definitely a lot cheaper than they used to be. There are plenty of providers offering a 40GB data plan or with even more data, and the prices for some of these may surprise you.

Cheap postpaid plans with 40GB of data

If postpaid is your preferred way to go, there are plenty of plans around with 40GB of data or more. If you’re willing to spend anywhere from $30 up to $60, you can easily find plans with as little as 40GB and as much as 100GB. While prices around $50 and more might not be considered ‘cheap’ by some, if you consider the data inclusions, these plans could offer good value for money. Considering that the average phone bill for postpaid in Australia is $41 per month (from research conducted by Canstar Blue in 2020), that extra $10 or so dollars for a bit more data might be worth it to some.

While many of these plans are offered as month-to-month SIM-only plans, you will find a few providers that offer both month-to-month and contract plans will typically include more data at cheaper prices if you sign up for a contract, usually over 12 months. So, you might want to consider whether you’re willing to commit to a contract for that little bit of extra value for money.

Cheap prepaid plans with 40GB of data

While you can get prepaid plans with bigger chunks of data for around $40 and up to $70 — with a minimum of 40GB of data not uncommon — there might be a catch with some of these plans. Some plans might run on a longer expiry period, such as 90 days, 180 days or even up to a year. When looking for a prepaid plan with 40GB of data or more, keep an eye on that expiry period so you know how long you’ll have access to that data.

Also keep in mind that a typical ‘monthly’ prepaid plan will run for 28 or 30 days, compared to postpaid which is a monthly bill, so a 28 or 30-day prepaid plan may require you to recharge at least 13 times a year, compared to the typical 12 bills a year for postpaid.

About our phone experts

Tara Donnelly: Utilities Editor

As Canstar Blue’s Utilities Editor, Tara Donnelly covers the internet, mobile and energy sectors – topics she’s spent a decade focused on, alongside consumer technology, within the comparison industry. Her telco expertise has seen her appear in national media including 9 News, 7 News, Sunrise, the ABC and The Sydney Morning Herald. You can follow Tara on LinkedIn and Twitter.

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.