--- title: "SIM only" description: "SIM-only mobile plans with 5G, data banking and the freedom to keep your phone and number, on the Telstra Wholesale Mobile Network. No lock-in, eSIM ready." url: "https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/services/mobile/sim-only" canonical: "https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/services/mobile/sim-only" --- # SIM only SIM-only mobile plans with 5G, data banking and the freedom to keep your phone and number, on the Telstra Wholesale Mobile Network. No lock-in, eSIM ready. ## Keep your phone. Choose your plan. Lightning IP SIM-only plans give you generous data, reliable coverage, and the freedom to keep the phone you already own. - No lock-in contract - eSIM ready - Unlimited standard calls and texts - [View mobile plans](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/services/mobile/sim-only#plans) - [Talk to our team](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/contact) ## Mobile plans that fit how you actually use your phone SIM-only plans let you keep your current phone and simply pay for calls, texts and data. That means you can choose a plan based on how you actually use your phone, then change it as your needs change. It's ideal for people who already have a handset they're happy with and just want straightforward mobile service. ## How much mobile data do you usually use? Not sure which plan fits? Pick the description that sounds most like how you use your phone. - **Light usage — 20GB** — Calls and messages, email and occasional browsing, with minimal streaming. - **Everyday usage — 60GB** — Regular browsing, social media, music and some video streaming. - **Heavy usage — 120GB** — Frequent video streaming, hotspot use and large downloads. - **Light usage — 15GB** — Calls and messages, email and occasional browsing, with minimal streaming. Unused data is banked for later. ([See plans](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/services/mobile/sim-only#plans)) - **Everyday usage — 45GB to 65GB** — Regular browsing, social media, music and some video streaming. - **Heavy usage — 100GB and up** — Frequent video streaming, hotspot use and large downloads. Plans of 120GB and above also get faster speeds of up to 250Mbps. ## Choose the right mobile plan Choose the plan that matches your data needs. No lock-in contract, and unused data is banked for later. | Plan | Price (per month) | Download | Upload | Typical evening speed | Best for | Includes | Order | CIS | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | **5G 15GB** | $33/month | — | — | Download speeds are capped at 150Mbps. | — | No lock-in contract; Option to block extra usage charges; Fast connection with eSIM; Unlimited standard national calls and text; International calls to 15 countries; Data banking up to 1000 GB | [Get started](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/contact) | — | | **5G 45GB** (Great value!) | $40/month | — | — | Download speeds are capped at 150Mbps. | — | No lock-in contract; Option to block extra usage charges; Fast connection with eSIM; Unlimited standard national calls and text; International calls to 15 countries; Data banking up to 1000 GB | [Get started](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/contact) | — | | **5G 65GB** | $45/month | — | — | Download speeds are capped at 150Mbps. | — | No lock-in contract; Option to block extra usage charges; Fast connection with eSIM; Unlimited standard national calls and text; International calls to 15 countries; Data banking up to 1000 GB | [Get started](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/contact) | — | | **5G+ 100GB** | $55/month | — | — | Download speeds are capped at 150Mbps. | — | No lock-in contract; Option to block extra usage charges; Fast connection with eSIM; Unlimited standard national calls and text; International calls to 15 countries; Data banking up to 1000 GB | [Get started](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/contact) | — | | **5G+ 120GB** | $60/month | — | — | Download speeds are capped at 250Mbps. | — | No lock-in contract; Option to block extra usage charges; Fast connection with eSIM; Unlimited standard national calls and text; International calls to 15 countries; Data banking up to 1000 GB | [Get started](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/contact) | — | | **5G+ 150GB** | $65/month | — | — | Download speeds are capped at 250Mbps. | — | No lock-in contract; Option to block extra usage charges; Fast connection with eSIM; Unlimited standard national calls and text; International calls to 15 countries; Data banking up to 1000 GB | [Get started](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/contact) | — | | **5G+ 180GB** | $70/month | — | — | Download speeds are capped at 250Mbps. | — | No lock-in contract; Option to block extra usage charges; Fast connection with eSIM; Unlimited standard national calls and text; International calls to 15 countries; Data banking up to 1000 GB | [Get started](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/contact) | — | Please check our Critical Information Summaries for more information. [Learn more](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/terms-and-policies) If you use all your data, automatic 2GB top-ups are added at $10 each, up to five per billing period, unless you ask us to block extra usage charges. [How top-ups work](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/help/mobile/what-happens-exceed-included-data-mobile) - [Get started](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/contact) ## Check coverage at your address See predicted 4G and 5G coverage for your home, work or travels before you choose a plan. ## Mobile connectivity built for everyday life - **4G / 5G ready** — Fast mobile speeds on supported devices. - **Flexible monthly plans** — Change plans as your usage changes. - **eSIM ready** — Activate instantly on supported devices. - **Hotspot friendly** — Share your data with other devices. - **Nationwide coverage** — Reliable coverage across Australia. - **Simple to manage** — Simple plan setup and management. - **Easy number transfer** — Keep your current number when switching. - **International options** — Optional international calls and roaming. - **4G / 5G ready** — Fast mobile speeds on supported devices. - **Flexible monthly plans** — Change plans as your usage changes. - **eSIM ready** — Activate instantly on supported devices. - **Hotspot friendly** — Share your data with other devices. - **Nationwide 4G and 5G coverage** — Predicted coverage in all major cities, most outer-metro areas and larger regional centres, plus many smaller towns and transport corridors. ([Check coverage](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/services/mobile/coverage)) - **Simple to manage** — Simple plan setup and management. - **Easy number transfer** — Keep your current number when switching. - **International options** — Unlimited standard calls to 15 countries, plus travel packs for roaming overseas. ## Because reliable connectivity matters more when you live and work regionally ### Built for regional Australia Our network isn't designed as an afterthought to metro infrastructure. We plan, invest, and optimise specifically for regional towns, business precincts, and essential services accounting for distance, demand, and real-world conditions so your connection performs when it matters most. ### Local people, real support When you call, you speak to a team based in your region not an offshore script. Our support staff understand local infrastructure, common setup challenges, and the urgency behind keeping homes and businesses online. We stay accountable from first call to full resolution. ### Independent and accountable As an independent provider, we make decisions locally and stand behind what we deliver. No lock-in contracts, no confusing fine print just transparent plans, honest advice, and long-term partnerships built on performance, not obligation. > How to review a business that smashes your expectations and leaves the best the competition can do in an archaic time? I waited 17 days for Telstra to deliver me a modem for my business and every time I called they had no progress. I decided I had enough, I call Lightning IP and within 30 minutes I had internet setup at my premises. Seriously ridiculous customer service. It's customer service you can get from small, privately owned business. If I could give them 50/5 I would. > > — Lachlan Esplin, Business Owner - Albury, NSW > Our business and our own customers alike have been using Lightning IP for the past 3 years now and I can honestly say that they are the best provider in the market, especially when you want a localised contact. The customer service they provide is top-notch, their network reliability is excellent, and the prices they offer are very competitive. Not to mention, they offer a variety of packages to suit any size business. > > — In4mative Tech, Business Owner - Young, NSW > After having constant drop out issues with other larger big name suppliers I made the switch to Lightning IP. The last months has been absolutely brilliant compared to the others. Yes we still have the odd drop out here and there, but not like before when we were having up to 7 or 8 daily or even more. We now seem to maybe get 1 or 2 very short ones in a week. For anyone in business in the area that needs reliable internet and awesome back up service. Get onto Lightning IP. > > — Brett Williams, Business Owner - Albury, NSW > After scouring posts on FB community pages for ISP recommendations, Lightning IP kept being mentioned as the 'go to'. I decided 'why not support local?', and I am SO glad I did! I was able to switch over my ISP easily online, and access technical support with Daniel the SAME day, pick up a new modem at quite literally an unbeatable price - and I am getting faster internet for the same price I was with our last ISP! > > — Linda Thompson, Home Owner - Albury, NSW 4.8 from local customers on Google. - [View all Google reviews](https://www.google.com/search?q=Lightning+IP+reviews) ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I keep my current mobile number? Yes. In most cases your existing number can be transferred across when you switch. See [porting your mobile number to Lightning IP](/help/mobile/porting-mobile-number). ### Do I need to buy a new phone? No. SIM-only plans are designed for compatible phones you already own. If you'd like a new handset, browse our [mobile devices](/services/mobile/hardware). ### Can I change my plan later? Yes. You can change your monthly plan as your data needs change. ### Can I use hotspot or tethering? Yes. You can share your plan's data allowance with other devices. ### Is eSIM available? Yes. eSIM activation is available on supported devices. See [how to activate your eSIM](/help/mobile/how-to-activate-esim). ### How do I check coverage at my address? Coverage maps predict coverage rather than guarantee it. See [checking mobile coverage before you switch](/help/mobile/checking-mobile-coverage-before-switching) for how to check where you'll actually use your phone. ### Does unused data roll over? Yes. Any data you don't use by the end of your billing period is banked and carried over to the next one. Each month your new allowance is used first, then your banked data, before any automatic top-ups. See [does unused data roll over to next month?](/help/mobile/does-unused-data-roll-over) for how it works. ### Can I use my plan overseas? Yes, with a travel pack. There's no pay-as-you-go roaming, so you only pay for the pack you choose. When you land, text the pack code from your welcome SMS to 179. Wi-Fi calling also works overseas for calls back to Australia. See [getting an international roaming add-on before you travel](/help/mobile/international-roaming-add-on-before-travel). ### Can I add my smartwatch? Yes. If you have a cellular Apple Watch or Samsung Galaxy Watch, a [companion plan](/services/mobile/companion) lets it make calls and use data on its own, using the same number as your phone. It's available as an add-on to our 5G mobile plans. ## Ready to switch to a simpler mobile plan? Choose a plan, or talk to our team if you'd like help deciding. - [View plans](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/services/mobile/sim-only#plans) - [Get in touch with us](https://dev.www.lightningip.com.au/contact)