Best SIM Cards & eSIMs in Australia
- Average cost
- AUD $30–55 for 28-day tourist SIM with 30-60GB
- Data speeds
- 4G/5G: 50-300 Mbps in cities. Outback: Telstra only, and not always available.
- eSIM available
- Yes
Overview
Australia has good 4G/5G in cities but vast rural areas have no coverage. Telstra has the best outback network by far.
Top providers
Telstra Prepaid (best coverage, pricier), Optus Prepaid Tourist SIM, Vodafone Australia — available at airports.
Where to buy
Airport Telstra/Optus kiosks, 7-Eleven, Officeworks, Woolworths, or online eSIM (Airalo).