8 Networks SIM-only mobile plans
Network: Telstra (wholesale). Not in the established list. JSON at /au/telco/mobile-plans/v1/providers/8networks.json.
Plans side by side
As the provider's documents state them, each quoted under its plan below; “not stated” means we found no sentence saying, not that the plan lacks it. International rates outside the plan are in the documents under Rates and terms.
Every plan:
- Rollover: Up to 1000GB
- International calls and texts: Unlimited calls and SMS to selected countries (landline and mobile calls: China, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, South Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, United Kingdom, Vietnam; mobile calls: Thailand, USA)
- Roaming: available in 68 countries with a roaming pack (ROAM5 $45 for 5GB 7 days, ROAM10 $72 for 10GB 14 days, ROAM3 $75 for 3GB 3 days); banked data cannot be used while roaming
- eSIM: Yes
- Term: No lock-in
- Wi-Fi calling: Yes
Not stated for any plan: Hotspot.
| Plan | Price | Data | Calls, texts, extra data (CIS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential 15GB | $29.00 / month | 15GB | national calls and texts included; the included data works out at $0.00189 a MB |
| Standard 45GB | $37.00 / month | 45GB | national calls and texts included; the included data works out at $0.0008 a MB |
| Standard Plus 100GB | $47.00 / month | 100GB | national calls and texts included; the included data works out at $0.00046 a MB |
| Premium 150GB | $58.00 / month | 150GB | national calls and texts included; the included data works out at $0.00038 a MB |
| Premium Plus 180GB | $66.00 / month | 180GB | national calls and texts included; the included data works out at $0.00036 a MB |
Data-only plans side by side
As the provider's documents state them, each quoted under its plan below; “not stated” means we found no sentence saying, not that the plan lacks it. International rates outside the plan are in the documents under Rates and terms.
Every plan:
- Rollover: Up to 1000GB
- Roaming: none; for use in Australia only (banked data cannot be used while roaming)
- eSIM: Yes
- Term: No lock-in
Not stated for any plan: International calls and texts, Hotspot, Wi-Fi calling.
| Plan | Price | Data | Calls, texts, extra data (CIS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Only 45GB | $30.00 / month | 45GB | a 2-minute national call not stated; an SMS not stated; the included data works out at $0.00065 a MB |
| Data Only 100GB | $45.00 / month | 100GB | a 2-minute national call not stated; an SMS not stated; the included data works out at $0.00044 a MB |
| Data Only 150GB | $55.00 / month | 150GB | a 2-minute national call not stated; an SMS not stated; the included data works out at $0.00036 a MB |
| Data Only 180GB | $60.00 / month | 180GB | a 2-minute national call not stated; an SMS not stated; the included data works out at $0.00033 a MB |
Each plan
Essential 15GB
- $29.00 a month; $348.00 in the first year
- Speed capped at 150Mbps
- Upfront: sim free
Sources
“ESSENTIAL 15GB 5G $29.00/month · Includes GST · No lock-in, cancel anytime”
price: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“ESSENTIAL 15GB 5G $29.00/month · Includes GST · No lock-in, cancel anytime”
data: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“Minimum term: 1 month (month-to-month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled).”
kind: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Minimum term: 1 month (month-to-month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled).”
period: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Instant eSIM activation Speeds capped at 150Mbps”
speed cap: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“Unused data rolls over monthly into a data bank (up to 1000GB),”
rollover: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“International Calls/SMS Unlimited to selected countries”
international: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Landline and mobile calls included countries: China, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, South Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, United Kingdom, Vietnam.”
international countries: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Standard National CALLS, SMS, including 13/1300/1800 and Voicemail Unlimited”
usage call 2min: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Standard National CALLS, SMS, including 13/1300/1800 and Voicemail Unlimited”
usage sms: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Cost per MB of included data $0.00189 / MB $0.00080 / MB $0.00046 / MB $0.00038 / MB $0.00036 / MB”
usage mb: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Instant eSIM activation Speeds capped at 150Mbps”
esim: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“ESSENTIAL 15GB 5G $29.00/month · Includes GST · No lock-in, cancel anytime”
min term months: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“Maximum early termination charge: $0.”
exit fee: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“A physical SIM is posted free and usually arrives within 2 to 5 business days, with nothing charged until you activate it.”
upfront fees: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“ROAM5 5GB Travel Pack Data Inclusions: 5GB Call Inclusions: 30 Mins SMS Inclusions: 30 SMS Validity: 7 Days Cost $45.00”
roaming included: 8networks.com.au/roaming-packs
“Telstra Wi-Fi Calling and SMS are supported on compatible devices when connected to Wi-Fi.”
wifi calling: 8networks.com.au/roaming-packs
Standard 45GB
- $37.00 a month; $444.00 in the first year
- Speed capped at 150Mbps
- Upfront: sim free
Sources
“STANDARD 45GB 5G $37.00/month · Includes GST · No lock-in, cancel anytime”
price: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“STANDARD 45GB 5G $37.00/month · Includes GST · No lock-in, cancel anytime”
data: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“Minimum term: 1 month (month-to-month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled).”
kind: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Minimum term: 1 month (month-to-month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled).”
period: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Instant eSIM activation Speeds capped at 150Mbps”
speed cap: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“Unused data rolls over monthly into a data bank (up to 1000GB),”
rollover: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“International Calls/SMS Unlimited to selected countries”
international: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Landline and mobile calls included countries: China, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, South Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, United Kingdom, Vietnam.”
international countries: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Standard National CALLS, SMS, including 13/1300/1800 and Voicemail Unlimited”
usage call 2min: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Standard National CALLS, SMS, including 13/1300/1800 and Voicemail Unlimited”
usage sms: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Cost per MB of included data $0.00189 / MB $0.00080 / MB $0.00046 / MB $0.00038 / MB $0.00036 / MB”
usage mb: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Instant eSIM activation Speeds capped at 150Mbps”
esim: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“STANDARD 45GB 5G $37.00/month · Includes GST · No lock-in, cancel anytime”
min term months: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“Maximum early termination charge: $0.”
exit fee: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“A physical SIM is posted free and usually arrives within 2 to 5 business days, with nothing charged until you activate it.”
upfront fees: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“ROAM5 5GB Travel Pack Data Inclusions: 5GB Call Inclusions: 30 Mins SMS Inclusions: 30 SMS Validity: 7 Days Cost $45.00”
roaming included: 8networks.com.au/roaming-packs
“Telstra Wi-Fi Calling and SMS are supported on compatible devices when connected to Wi-Fi.”
wifi calling: 8networks.com.au/roaming-packs
Standard Plus 100GB
- $47.00 a month; $564.00 in the first year
- Speed capped at 150Mbps
- Upfront: sim free
Sources
“STANDARD PLUS 100GB 5G $47.00/month · Includes GST · No lock-in, cancel anytime”
price: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“STANDARD PLUS 100GB 5G $47.00/month · Includes GST · No lock-in, cancel anytime”
data: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“Minimum term: 1 month (month-to-month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled).”
kind: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Minimum term: 1 month (month-to-month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled).”
period: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Instant eSIM activation Speeds capped at 150Mbps”
speed cap: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“Unused data rolls over monthly into a data bank (up to 1000GB),”
rollover: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“International Calls/SMS Unlimited to selected countries”
international: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Landline and mobile calls included countries: China, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, South Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, United Kingdom, Vietnam.”
international countries: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Standard National CALLS, SMS, including 13/1300/1800 and Voicemail Unlimited”
usage call 2min: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Standard National CALLS, SMS, including 13/1300/1800 and Voicemail Unlimited”
usage sms: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Cost per MB of included data $0.00189 / MB $0.00080 / MB $0.00046 / MB $0.00038 / MB $0.00036 / MB”
usage mb: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Instant eSIM activation Speeds capped at 150Mbps”
esim: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“STANDARD PLUS 100GB 5G $47.00/month · Includes GST · No lock-in, cancel anytime”
min term months: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“Maximum early termination charge: $0.”
exit fee: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“A physical SIM is posted free and usually arrives within 2 to 5 business days, with nothing charged until you activate it.”
upfront fees: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“ROAM5 5GB Travel Pack Data Inclusions: 5GB Call Inclusions: 30 Mins SMS Inclusions: 30 SMS Validity: 7 Days Cost $45.00”
roaming included: 8networks.com.au/roaming-packs
“Telstra Wi-Fi Calling and SMS are supported on compatible devices when connected to Wi-Fi.”
wifi calling: 8networks.com.au/roaming-packs
Premium 150GB
- $58.00 a month; $696.00 in the first year
- Speed capped at 250Mbps
- Upfront: sim free
Sources
“PREMIUM 150GB 5G $58.00/month · Includes GST · No lock-in, cancel anytime”
price: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“PREMIUM 150GB 5G $58.00/month · Includes GST · No lock-in, cancel anytime”
data: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“Minimum term: 1 month (month-to-month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled).”
kind: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Minimum term: 1 month (month-to-month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled).”
period: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Instant eSIM activation Speeds capped at 250Mbps”
speed cap: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“Unused data rolls over monthly into a data bank (up to 1000GB),”
rollover: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“International Calls/SMS Unlimited to selected countries”
international: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Landline and mobile calls included countries: China, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, South Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, United Kingdom, Vietnam.”
international countries: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Standard National CALLS, SMS, including 13/1300/1800 and Voicemail Unlimited”
usage call 2min: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Standard National CALLS, SMS, including 13/1300/1800 and Voicemail Unlimited”
usage sms: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Cost per MB of included data $0.00189 / MB $0.00080 / MB $0.00046 / MB $0.00038 / MB $0.00036 / MB”
usage mb: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Instant eSIM activation Speeds capped at 250Mbps”
esim: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“PREMIUM 150GB 5G $58.00/month · Includes GST · No lock-in, cancel anytime”
min term months: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“Maximum early termination charge: $0.”
exit fee: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“A physical SIM is posted free and usually arrives within 2 to 5 business days, with nothing charged until you activate it.”
upfront fees: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“ROAM5 5GB Travel Pack Data Inclusions: 5GB Call Inclusions: 30 Mins SMS Inclusions: 30 SMS Validity: 7 Days Cost $45.00”
roaming included: 8networks.com.au/roaming-packs
“Telstra Wi-Fi Calling and SMS are supported on compatible devices when connected to Wi-Fi.”
wifi calling: 8networks.com.au/roaming-packs
Premium Plus 180GB
- $66.00 a month; $792.00 in the first year
- Speed capped at 250Mbps
- Upfront: sim free
Sources
“PREMIUM PLUS 180GB 5G $66.00/month · Includes GST · No lock-in, cancel anytime”
price: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“PREMIUM PLUS 180GB 5G $66.00/month · Includes GST · No lock-in, cancel anytime”
data: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“Minimum term: 1 month (month-to-month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled).”
kind: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Minimum term: 1 month (month-to-month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled).”
period: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Instant eSIM activation Speeds capped at 250Mbps”
speed cap: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“Unused data rolls over monthly into a data bank (up to 1000GB),”
rollover: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“International Calls/SMS Unlimited to selected countries”
international: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Landline and mobile calls included countries: China, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, South Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, United Kingdom, Vietnam.”
international countries: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Standard National CALLS, SMS, including 13/1300/1800 and Voicemail Unlimited”
usage call 2min: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Standard National CALLS, SMS, including 13/1300/1800 and Voicemail Unlimited”
usage sms: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Cost per MB of included data $0.00189 / MB $0.00080 / MB $0.00046 / MB $0.00038 / MB $0.00036 / MB”
usage mb: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“Instant eSIM activation Speeds capped at 250Mbps”
esim: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“PREMIUM PLUS 180GB 5G $66.00/month · Includes GST · No lock-in, cancel anytime”
min term months: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“Maximum early termination charge: $0.”
exit fee: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/SIM-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-b22b61e5.pdf
“A physical SIM is posted free and usually arrives within 2 to 5 business days, with nothing charged until you activate it.”
upfront fees: 8networks.com.au/plans/sim
“ROAM5 5GB Travel Pack Data Inclusions: 5GB Call Inclusions: 30 Mins SMS Inclusions: 30 SMS Validity: 7 Days Cost $45.00”
roaming included: 8networks.com.au/roaming-packs
“Telstra Wi-Fi Calling and SMS are supported on compatible devices when connected to Wi-Fi.”
wifi calling: 8networks.com.au/roaming-packs
Each data-only plan
Data Only 45GB
- $30.00 a month; $360.00 in the first year
- Speed capped at 150Mbps
Sources
“DATA Plan DATA ONLY 45GB 5G Monthly data 45 GB Speeds Capped At 150Mbps Up To 1000GB Data Bank Instant ESIM Activation Priority WhatsApp Support Cancel Anytime $ 30.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
price: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“DATA Plan DATA ONLY 45GB 5G Monthly data 45 GB Speeds Capped At 150Mbps Up To 1000GB Data Bank Instant ESIM Activation Priority WhatsApp Support Cancel Anytime $ 30.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
data: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“DATA Plan DATA ONLY 45GB 5G Monthly data 45 GB Speeds Capped At 150Mbps Up To 1000GB Data Bank Instant ESIM Activation Priority WhatsApp Support Cancel Anytime $ 30.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
speed cap mbps: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“Minimum term 1 month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled.”
period: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“Data-only mobile service (no calls or SMS). For use in Australia only. A compatible 4G/5G device is required.”
kind: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Unused data rolls over each month into your data bank, up to 1000GB.”
rollover: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Instant ESIM Activation Priority WhatsApp Support Cancel Anytime $ 30.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
esim: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“Minimum term: 1 month (month-to-month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled).”
min term months: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Maximum early termination charge: $0”
exit fee: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Data banking applies only within Australia and not while roaming.”
roaming included: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Cost per MB of included data $0.00065 / MB $0.00044 / MB $0.00036 / MB $0.00033 / MB”
usage mb: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
Data Only 100GB
- $45.00 a month; $540.00 in the first year
- Speed capped at 150Mbps
Sources
“DATA Plan DATA ONLY 100GB 5G Monthly data 100 GB Speeds capped at 150Mbps Up to 1000GB data bank Instant eSIM activation Priority WhatsApp support Cancel anytime $ 45.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
price: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“DATA Plan DATA ONLY 100GB 5G Monthly data 100 GB Speeds capped at 150Mbps Up to 1000GB data bank Instant eSIM activation Priority WhatsApp support Cancel anytime $ 45.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
data: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“DATA Plan DATA ONLY 100GB 5G Monthly data 100 GB Speeds capped at 150Mbps Up to 1000GB data bank Instant eSIM activation Priority WhatsApp support Cancel anytime $ 45.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
speed cap mbps: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“Minimum term 1 month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled.”
period: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“Data-only mobile service (no calls or SMS). For use in Australia only. A compatible 4G/5G device is required.”
kind: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Unused data rolls over each month into your data bank, up to 1000GB.”
rollover: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Instant eSIM activation Priority WhatsApp support Cancel anytime $ 45.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
esim: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“Minimum term: 1 month (month-to-month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled).”
min term months: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Maximum early termination charge: $0”
exit fee: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Data banking applies only within Australia and not while roaming.”
roaming included: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Cost per MB of included data $0.00065 / MB $0.00044 / MB $0.00036 / MB $0.00033 / MB”
usage mb: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
Data Only 150GB
- $55.00 a month; $660.00 in the first year
- Speed capped at 250Mbps
Sources
“DATA Plan DATA ONLY 150GB 5G Monthly data 150 GB Speeds capped at 250Mbps Up to 1000GB data bank Instant eSIM activation Priority WhatsApp support Cancel anytime $ 55.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
price: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“DATA Plan DATA ONLY 150GB 5G Monthly data 150 GB Speeds capped at 250Mbps Up to 1000GB data bank Instant eSIM activation Priority WhatsApp support Cancel anytime $ 55.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
data: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“DATA Plan DATA ONLY 150GB 5G Monthly data 150 GB Speeds capped at 250Mbps Up to 1000GB data bank Instant eSIM activation Priority WhatsApp support Cancel anytime $ 55.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
speed cap mbps: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“Minimum term 1 month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled.”
period: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“Data-only mobile service (no calls or SMS). For use in Australia only. A compatible 4G/5G device is required.”
kind: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Unused data rolls over each month into your data bank, up to 1000GB.”
rollover: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Instant eSIM activation Priority WhatsApp support Cancel anytime $ 55.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
esim: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“Minimum term: 1 month (month-to-month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled).”
min term months: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Maximum early termination charge: $0”
exit fee: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Data banking applies only within Australia and not while roaming.”
roaming included: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Cost per MB of included data $0.00065 / MB $0.00044 / MB $0.00036 / MB $0.00033 / MB”
usage mb: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
Data Only 180GB
- $60.00 a month; $720.00 in the first year
- Speed capped at 250Mbps
Sources
“DATA Plan DATA ONLY 180GB 5G Monthly data 180 GB Speeds capped at 250Mbps Up to 1000GB Data Bank Instant eSIM Activation Priority WhatsApp support Cancel anytime $ 60.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
price: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“DATA Plan DATA ONLY 180GB 5G Monthly data 180 GB Speeds capped at 250Mbps Up to 1000GB Data Bank Instant eSIM Activation Priority WhatsApp support Cancel anytime $ 60.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
data: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“DATA Plan DATA ONLY 180GB 5G Monthly data 180 GB Speeds capped at 250Mbps Up to 1000GB Data Bank Instant eSIM Activation Priority WhatsApp support Cancel anytime $ 60.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
speed cap mbps: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“Minimum term 1 month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled.”
period: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“Data-only mobile service (no calls or SMS). For use in Australia only. A compatible 4G/5G device is required.”
kind: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Unused data rolls over each month into your data bank, up to 1000GB.”
rollover: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Instant eSIM Activation Priority WhatsApp support Cancel anytime $ 60.00 /mo Inc GST No lock-in”
esim: 8networks.com.au/plans/data
“Minimum term: 1 month (month-to-month, auto-renews monthly unless cancelled).”
min term months: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Maximum early termination charge: $0”
exit fee: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Data banking applies only within Australia and not while roaming.”
roaming included: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
“Cost per MB of included data $0.00065 / MB $0.00044 / MB $0.00036 / MB $0.00033 / MB”
usage mb: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/DATA-ONLY-CRITICAL-INFORMATION-SUMMARY-949e5120.pdf
Roaming
Packs and day passes for using this service overseas, as the provider's own pages price them, re-read daily. Prices can differ by destination; the source lists the countries.
| Pack | Kind | Price | Lasts | Data | Calls | SMS | Where | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROAM5 5GB Travel Pack | Pack | $45.00 | 7 days | 5GB | 30 min | 30 | the roaming page country list (Europe & Central Asia, Middle East & Africa, Asia-Pacific, Americas); the CIS says 68 countries Add a new pack only when the current one is used up, as unused allowances are lost. The roaming CIS says pack prices are excl. GST for overseas use; the page states $45.00 | source |
| ROAM10 10GB Travel Pack | Pack | $72.00 | 14 days | 10GB | 60 min | 60 | the roaming page country list (the CIS says 68 countries) The provider notes gave $75 for this pack; the roaming page says $72.00 | source |
| ROAM3 3GB Travel BizPack | Pack | $75.00 | 3 days | 3GB | 300 min | 300 | the roaming page country list (the CIS says 68 countries) Named a BizPack but offered on the same public roaming page | source |
Sources
“ROAM5 5GB Travel Pack Data Inclusions: 5GB Call Inclusions: 30 Mins SMS Inclusions: 30 SMS Validity: 7 Days Cost $45.00”
8networks.com.au/roaming-packs
“ROAM10 10GB Travel Pack Data Inclusions: 10GB Call Inclusions: 60 Mins SMS Inclusions: 60 SMS Validity: 14 Days Cost $72.00”
8networks.com.au/roaming-packs
“ROAM3 3GB Travel BizPack Data Inclusions: 3GB Call Inclusions: 300 Mins SMS Inclusions: 300 SMS Validity: 3 Days Cost $75.00”
Rates and terms
The provider's own documents, re-read daily.
- Roaming: 8networks.com.au/roaming-packs
“ROAM5 5GB Travel Pack Data Inclusions: 5GB Call Inclusions: 30 Mins SMS Inclusions: 30 SMS Validity: 7 Days Cost $45.00”
- Roaming: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/International-Roaming-Critical-Information-Summary-3c7613c4.pdf
“Once you arrive overseas, you’ll receive an SMS. Simply Reply with your selected pack code to 179 to activate international roaming.”
- International call and text rates: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/Pay-As-You-Go-Rates-(PAYG-Rates)-3a8764f8.pdf
“Afghanistan $1.44 Burundi $2.92 Albania $0.80 Cabo Verde $2.92”
- Charges outside the plan: 8networks.com.au/api/v1/legal-documents/serve/Pay-As-You-Go-Rates-(PAYG-Rates)-3a8764f8.pdf
“SMS to all International $0.3300 Per SMS”
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