ALDI Mobile review

Updated September 30, 2026 · TariffCue Editorial Team · Facts checked September 30, 2026

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Our verdict

ALDI Mobile suits Australian households that want prepaid service on the Telstra Wholesale network with a generous data allowance and no locked-in term. The headline monthly plan starts at AUD 28, and the longer plan trades a bigger allowance for a lower monthly outlay.

Key facts

Best for
Prepaid Australian mobile plans on the Telstra Wholesale network with data rollover and no contract term.
Seller type
Mvno (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Host network
Telstra Wholesale (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
SIM-only
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Price from
A$28 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Reference plan prices
$28 5G Mobile Plan: $28 per 30 days, 12GB, 1-month | $289 5G 365 Day Mobile Plan: $289 per 365 days, 300GB, 12-month | $2 SIM Starter Pack: $2 one-off, PAYG rates, no plan (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
5G
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
eSIM
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Data rollover
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Hotspot sharing
Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Markets
AU (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Legal entity
MEDION Australia Pty Limited (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Headquarters
Australia (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Support channels
Phone, Email, Help-centre (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
Billing
Prepaid
Contract length
1, 12
Official website
aldimobile.com.au

Apps and profiles

Get the app
App StoreGoogle Play
Elsewhere
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Pros and cons

Pros

  • Runs on the Telstra Wholesale host network, so coverage follows a nationwide infrastructure rather than a small operator footprint.
  • Prepaid billing, so there is no credit check or contract commitment to unwind.
  • Data rollover carries unused allowance into the next cycle, which matters for light months.
  • Sim only plans are available alongside full plans, so a handset is not forced on the buyer.
  • Esim and 5G are both supported, and hotspot sharing is included on the plans.

Cons

  • Entry pricing of AUD 28 is well above the site median entry price, so budget shoppers need to weigh the network against cheaper resellers.
  • Billing is prepaid, which means no in-month rollover of billing periods for a buyer used to monthly direct debit contracts.
  • Support runs on phone, email and help centre only, with no live chat or community forum listed.
  • Service is confined to AU, so it suits no buyer outside Australia.
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Who it suits

  • Households in AU that want prepaid service on a well known host network.
  • Buyers with a yearly budget who would rather prepay for a bigger data allowance than pay monthly.
  • People with an unlocked handset who want a sim only plan and their own handset choice.

Who should look elsewhere

  • Travellers or anyone who needs service outside AU, where a network with wider roaming coverage would suit better.
  • Buyers who want a contract-billed plan with a rolling monthly direct debit rather than a prepaid top-up rhythm.
  • Buyers who prioritise the lowest entry price over host network quality, where a low cost reseller such as GETESA or yesss! may compare better.

Core features

ALDI Mobile is a sim only friendly prepaid provider, which means plans can be taken on a bring your own handset basis or paired with a full plan. Sim only is confirmed, and the lineup is 1 and 12 in structure, so buyers can choose a short monthly rolling option or commit to a full year for a larger allowance. Data rollover is included, so unused data is not lost at the end of the cycle, and the reference pricing shows a monthly plan and a yearly plan alongside a pay as you go starter option. 5G access is available, Esim activation is supported, and hotspot sharing is offered, which covers most of what a modern household needs from a prepaid plan without a locked contract.

The company behind it

The service is run by MEDION Australia Pty Limited, a company based in Australia, and it sells as a prepaid brand rather than a network in its own right. Because it operates on the Telstra Wholesale host network, customers get the coverage footprint of a large scale operator while the plans themselves are set by the retailer. Support is offered through phone, email and help centre, which covers phone, email and a self-service help centre, so help is available by voice as well as written for anyone who needs it. The markets served are AU, so the offering is aimed squarely at Australian households rather than a wider regional audience.

How ALDI Mobile compares

Where ALDI Mobile is available

Available
Australia

Countries from the brand (Source, checked September 30, 2026)

Frequently asked questions

What does ALDI Mobile cost to start with?+

Plans start at AUD 28 on the monthly plan, with a longer yearly plan available at a lower monthly outlay and a larger data allowance. A pay as you go starter option is also offered for buyers who do not want a plan at all.

Does ALDI Mobile require a contract or a credit check?+

No. Billing is prepaid, which means there is no minimum contract term and no credit check to pass. Plans run monthly or yearly, and the yearly option simply pre-pays a longer block for a bigger allowance.

Which network does ALDI Mobile run on?+

ALDI Mobile is an MVNO running on the Telstra Wholesale host network, so coverage and speeds follow that network's infrastructure. The service is sold under its own prepaid plans rather than as a direct network plan.

Where can I get an ALDI Mobile service?+

The service is sold in Australia, so it is a single-market option. Buyers outside Australia would need a different operator with coverage in their country.

Can I bring my own handset and use an Esim?+

Yes. Sim only plans are available for buyers with an unlocked phone, and Esim is supported, so the SIM can be activated without a physical card. A full plan with a handset is also an option.

What happens to data I do not use in a month?+

Data rollover is included, so unused data carries into the following cycle rather than expiring. On a large allowance that is useful for lighter months, and it removes much of the pressure to use every gig.

How do I get help from ALDI Mobile?+

Support is available through phone, email and help centre, which covers phone, email and a help centre. There is phone support for anyone who would rather talk the issue through than type it out.

Can I use my phone as a hotspot and does it support 5G?+

Both are available. 5G access is supported on the plans, and hotspot sharing is included, so a handset can share its connection with a tablet or laptop when needed.

Sources

Compiled from 5 source pages, checked September 30, 2026. We did not open an account.

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ALDI Mobile

ALDI Mobile

Prepaid Australian mobile plans on the Telstra Wholesale network with data rollover and no contract term.

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