How to pre-order the iPhone Duo in Australia


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Last month, Apple announced its first foray into the foldable game with the iPhone Duo. With a short and wide passport-style display, it's been the talk of the town before it's even available for pre-order. Here’s everything you need to know about pre-ordering your new iPhone Duo ahead of the October 23 release date.

What are my options to pre-order the iPhone Duo?


You can pre-order the iPhone Duo outright through Apple's store or Apple's Amazon page. If you'd like to pair your phone with a mobile plan you can do so through Vodafone, Optus, or Telstra. 

Before you make your purchase, here are a few things to consider:

  1. Do you want the iPhone Duo outright or on a plan? You can pre-order an iPhone Duo from a mobile provider as part of a phone plan or as a one-off purchase.
  2. Which iPhone Duo model do you want? Decide which of the two colours and what storage size you want. Are there any plan extras you might want?
  3. Which iPhone Duo deal is best? Compare providers and their plans to find the best deal and availability for your iPhone Duo pre-order. Even if you've purchased it outright, you might be able to save money by switching to a cheaper provider or plan.

Pre-ordering the iPhone Duo on a plan


The new iPhone Duo are now available for pre-order, ahead of an October 23 release date. Compare 36-month mobile plans and deals for the iPhone Duo below.

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iPhone Duo 256GB Plans

iPhone Duo 256GB
#1
Optus
Optus

$60 Optus Small Promo Plan

  • 100GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply.
$136.18/mth
Min. cost $3,537.48
#2
Optus
Optus

$79 Optus Launch Plus Promo Plan

  • 360GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • Deal: Get up to $780 value over 36 months. SIM plan costs $59/mth for first 12 months, then $79/mth. Ends 12.11.26. T&C apply.
$156.18/mth
Min. cost $3,557.48
#3
Telstra
Telstra

$74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan

  • 50GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Basic Mobile Plan with code PROMO. New services only. Ends 02.11.26
$161.19/mth
Min. cost $3,562.84
Link not supplied
#4
Optus
Optus

$70 Optus Choice Plus Plan

  • 240GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
$167.18/mth
Min. cost $3,568.48
#5
Telstra
Telstra

$84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan

  • 180GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
$181.19/mth
Min. cost $3,582.84
Link not supplied
#6
Optus
Optus

$90 Optus Choice Plus Plan

  • 480GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • SubHub: Get up to $20/month credit to spend on subscriptions of your choice with Optus SubHub. Terms apply.
$187.18/mth
Min. cost $3,588.48
#7
Telstra
Telstra

$99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan

  • 300GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
$196.19/mth
Min. cost $3,597.84
Link not supplied

iPhone Duo 512GB Plans

iPhone Duo 512GB
#1
Optus
Optus

$60 Optus Small Promo Plan

  • 100GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply.
$147.30/mth
Min. cost $3,937.80
#2
Optus
Optus

$79 Optus Launch Plus Promo Plan

  • 360GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • Deal: Get up to $780 value over 36 months. SIM plan costs $59/mth for first 12 months, then $79/mth. Ends 12.11.26. T&C apply.
$167.30/mth
Min. cost $3,957.80
#3
Telstra
Telstra

$74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan

  • 50GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Basic Mobile Plan with code PROMO. New services only. Ends 02.11.26
$172.30/mth
Min. cost $3,962.80
Link not supplied
#4
Optus
Optus

$70 Optus Choice Plus Plan

  • 240GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
$178.30/mth
Min. cost $3,968.80
#5
Telstra
Telstra

$84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan

  • 180GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
$192.30/mth
Min. cost $3,982.80
Link not supplied
#6
Optus
Optus

$90 Optus Choice Plus Plan

  • 480GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • SubHub: Get up to $20/month credit to spend on subscriptions of your choice with Optus SubHub. Terms apply.
$198.30/mth
Min. cost $3,988.80
#7
Telstra
Telstra

$99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan

  • 300GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
$207.30/mth
Min. cost $3,997.80
Link not supplied

iPhone Duo 1TB Plans

iPhone Duo 1TB
#1
Optus
Optus

$60 Optus Small Promo Plan

  • 100GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply.
$169.52/mth
Min. cost $4,737.72
#2
Optus
Optus

$79 Optus Launch Plus Promo Plan

  • 360GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • Deal: Get up to $780 value over 36 months. SIM plan costs $59/mth for first 12 months, then $79/mth. Ends 12.11.26. T&C apply.
$189.52/mth
Min. cost $4,757.72
#3
Telstra
Telstra

$74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan

  • 50GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Basic Mobile Plan with code PROMO. New services only. Ends 02.11.26
$194.52/mth
Min. cost $4,762.72
Link not supplied
#4
Optus
Optus

$70 Optus Choice Plus Plan

  • 240GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
$200.52/mth
Min. cost $4,768.72
#5
Telstra
Telstra

$84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan

  • 180GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
$214.52/mth
Min. cost $4,782.72
Link not supplied
#6
Optus
Optus

$90 Optus Choice Plus Plan

  • 480GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • SubHub: Get up to $20/month credit to spend on subscriptions of your choice with Optus SubHub. Terms apply.
$220.52/mth
Min. cost $4,788.72
#7
Telstra
Telstra

$99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan

  • 300GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
$229.52/mth
Min. cost $4,797.72
Link not supplied

iPhone Duo 2TB Plans

iPhone Duo 2TB
#1
Optus
Optus

$60 Optus Small Promo Plan

  • 100GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply.
$202.86/mth
Min. cost $5,937.96
#2
Optus
Optus

$79 Optus Launch Plus Promo Plan

  • 360GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • Deal: Get up to $780 value over 36 months. SIM plan costs $59/mth for first 12 months, then $79/mth. Ends 12.11.26. T&C apply.
$222.86/mth
Min. cost $5,957.96
#3
Telstra
Telstra

$74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan

  • 50GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Basic Mobile Plan with code PROMO. New services only. Ends 02.11.26
$227.86/mth
Min. cost $5,962.96
Link not supplied
#4
Optus
Optus

$70 Optus Choice Plus Plan

  • 240GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
$233.86/mth
Min. cost $5,968.96
#5
Telstra
Telstra

$84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan

  • 180GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
$247.86/mth
Min. cost $5,982.96
Link not supplied
#6
Optus
Optus

$90 Optus Choice Plus Plan

  • 480GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
  • SubHub: Get up to $20/month credit to spend on subscriptions of your choice with Optus SubHub. Terms apply.
$253.86/mth
Min. cost $5,988.96
#7
Telstra
Telstra

$99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan

  • 300GB data
  • 36 mths device payments
$262.86/mth
Min. cost $5,997.96
Link not supplied

Click here to compare all iPhone Duo plans.

Pre-ordering the iPhone Duo for outright purchase


If you're looking to pre-order the iPhone Duo outright, you can do so through Apple's website, Amazon, JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman, or other local electronics retailers. 

How much is the iPhone Duo in Australia?


The iPhone Duo, which is Apple's first foray into the foldable game, starts at $3,499 for a 256GB model. If you're after the highest 2TB configuration, it'll set you back as much as $5,899, making it Apple's priciest device yet. 

Here's the full pricing for the new 2026 iPhones:

2026 iPhone pricing
Phone RRPCheck price on
iPhone 18 Pro (256GB) $2,099Amazon
iPhone 18 Pro (512GB) $2,499Amazon
iPhone 18 Pro (1TB) $3,299Amazon
iPhone 18 Pro (2TB) $4,499Amazon
iPhone 18 Pro Max (256GB) $2,299Amazon
iPhone 18 Pro Max (512GB) $2,699Amazon
iPhone 18 Pro Max (1TB) $3,499Amazon
iPhone 18 Pro Max (2TB) $4,699Amazon
iPhone Duo (256GB) $3,499-
iPhone Duo (512GB) $3,899-
iPhone Duo (1TB) $4,699-
iPhone Duo (2TB) $5,899-

What's the cheapest way to pre-order an iPhone Duo?


Whether you pre-order your iPhone Duo on a mobile plan or outright, you’ll end up paying roughly the same for the phone itself – barring any special deals that might pop up. The cost difference comes from the mobile plan portion of your overall spend (i.e. your monthly data allowance, network connection, and additional plan perks).

If you purchase your iPhone Duo outright, it gives you the flexibility to sign up to a cheap mobile plan from a smaller provider, effectively saving you money in the long run. 

Known as Mobile Virtual Service Operators (MVNOs) these smaller providers buy access to the Telstra, Optus, or Vodafone networks and resell it at a low price. They can do this because they tend to offer no-frills plans, and have fewer overheads , forgoing brick-and-mortar stores for online-only services.

MVNOs offer SIM-only plans, so you have to bring your own handset. If you purchased your iPhone 17 outright, that’s you.

Here are the cheapest mobile plans in our database of 27 mobile providers, with various minimum monthly data allowances. To help account for introductory discounts, we've ordered them by total cost over 24 months:

#1
SpinTel
SpinTel

$23 Mobile Plan

  • 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • WhistleOut Special: Enjoy $11 off for the first 6 months for new customers - $12/mth for first 6 months, then $23/mth
$12.00/mth
Min. cost $12
#2
Moose Mobile
Moose Mobile

Moose 23 SIM Only

  • 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: Get 30GB for $14 – Includes $9 off for first 6 months, then reverts to $23. Offer ends 30.06.27
$14.00/mth
Min. cost $14
#3
Swoop
Swoop

30GB SIM Only 5G

  • 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: Includes $11 off for first 6 months - $14/mth for first 6 months then $25/mth after that. Offer ends 30.06.27
$14.00/mth
Min. cost $14
#4
Kogan Mobile
Kogan Mobile

Small Monthly Plan

  • 30GB data
  • Deal: Get 25GB for $10 (incl. $13 off for first month + 5GB bonus data for first 3 months), then 25GB for $23 thereafter, valid until 25.10.26
$23.00
Per 30 Day Renewal
#5
OnePass mobile
OnePass mobile

28 Day Plan - 22GB

  • 22GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: Save $12.50 - Get 22GB for only $12.50 for the first 6 recharges! Recharges $25/22GB. New customers only. T&Cs apply
$12.50
Per 28 Day Renewal
Link not supplied
#6
Dodo
Dodo

Small Mobile Plan

  • 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
$25.00/mth
Min. cost $25
#7
Yomojo
Yomojo

Starter 29GB Plan

  • 29GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
$24.90
Per 30 Day Renewal
Link not supplied
#8
iiNet
iiNet

30GB Small Plan

  • 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: 50% off - $15/mth for first 6 months, then $30/mth ongoing. Available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply.
$15.00
Per 1 Month Renewal
Link not supplied
#9
TPG
TPG

30GB Small Plan

  • 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: 50% off - $15/mth for first 6 months, then $30/mth ongoing. Available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply.
$15.00
Per 1 Month Renewal
Link not supplied
#10
Moose Mobile
Moose Mobile

Moose 30 SIM Only

  • 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: Get 50GB for $17– Includes $13 off for first 6 months, then reverts to $30. Offer ends 30.06.27
$17.00/mth
Min. cost $17
#1
Moose Mobile
Moose Mobile

Moose 23 SIM Only

  • 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: Get 30GB for $14 – Includes $9 off for first 6 months, then reverts to $23. Offer ends 30.06.27
$14.00/mth
Min. cost $14
#2
Swoop
Swoop

30GB SIM Only 5G

  • 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: Includes $11 off for first 6 months - $14/mth for first 6 months then $25/mth after that. Offer ends 30.06.27
$14.00/mth
Min. cost $14
#3
Kogan Mobile
Kogan Mobile

Small Monthly Plan

  • 30GB data
  • Deal: Get 25GB for $10 (incl. $13 off for first month + 5GB bonus data for first 3 months), then 25GB for $23 thereafter, valid until 25.10.26
$23.00
Per 30 Day Renewal
#4
iiNet
iiNet

30GB Small Plan

  • 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: 50% off - $15/mth for first 6 months, then $30/mth ongoing. Available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply.
$15.00
Per 1 Month Renewal
Link not supplied
#5
TPG
TPG

30GB Small Plan

  • 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: 50% off - $15/mth for first 6 months, then $30/mth ongoing. Available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply.
$15.00
Per 1 Month Renewal
Link not supplied
#6
Moose Mobile
Moose Mobile

Moose 30 SIM Only

  • 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: Get 50GB for $17– Includes $13 off for first 6 months, then reverts to $30. Offer ends 30.06.27
$17.00/mth
Min. cost $17
#7
Dodo
Dodo

Medium Mobile Plan

  • 40GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: 50% off for first 4 mths! Get the Medium Mobile Plan for $15/mth for first 4 mths. New and returning mobile customers only. Ends 27.10
$30.00/mth
Min. cost $15
#8
Tangerine Telecom
Tangerine Telecom

30GB 5G Mobile SIM

  • 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: 50% off plan fees for 4 months - $15/mth for 4 months then $30/mth. Offer available until withdrawn.
$30.00/mth
Min. cost $15
#9
SpinTel
SpinTel

$29 Mobile Plan

  • 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
$29.00/mth
Min. cost $29
#10
Lyca Mobile
Lyca Mobile

Unlimited Plan S

  • 50GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps
  • Deal: $15 for first 6 renewals when you activate this plan. Offer ends 31.12.26. T&Cs apply
$15.00
Per 28 Day Renewal
Link not supplied
#1
Moose Mobile
Moose Mobile

Moose 30 SIM Only

  • 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: Get 50GB for $17– Includes $13 off for first 6 months, then reverts to $30. Offer ends 30.06.27
$17.00/mth
Min. cost $17
#2
SpinTel
SpinTel

$29 Mobile Plan

  • 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
$29.00/mth
Min. cost $29
#3
Lyca Mobile
Lyca Mobile

Unlimited Plan S

  • 50GB data at download speeds up to 100Mbps
  • Deal: $15 for first 6 renewals when you activate this plan. Offer ends 31.12.26. T&Cs apply
$15.00
Per 28 Day Renewal
Link not supplied
#4
Swoop
Swoop

60GB SIM Only 5G

  • 60GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: Includes $10 off for first 6 months - $23/mth for first 6 months then $33/mth after that. Offer ends 30.06.2027
$23.00/mth
Min. cost $23
#5
iiNet
iiNet

50GB Medium Plan

  • 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: 50% off - $17.50/mth for first 6 months, then $35/mth ongoing. Available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply.
$17.50
Per 1 Month Renewal
Link not supplied
#6
TPG
TPG

50GB Medium Plan

  • 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: 50% off - $17.50/mth for first 6 months, then $35/mth ongoing. Available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply.
$17.50
Per 1 Month Renewal
Link not supplied
#7
felix mobile
felix mobile

felix 50GB Mobile Plan

  • 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: Get 50% off your first 3 mths when you switch to felix. $17.50/mth for first 3 mths, then $35/mth. Use promo code FELIX50. T+Cs apply
$35.00
Per 1 Month Renewal
#8
Lebara Mobile
Lebara Mobile

$30 SIM Plan

  • 70GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: $30 SIM for $9 online + Includes 35GB bonus data for first 3 recharges when you activate by 03.11.26
$30.00
Per 28 Day Renewal
Link not supplied
#9
Tangerine Telecom
Tangerine Telecom

50GB 5G Mobile SIM

  • 50GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: 50% off plan fees for 4 months - $18/mth for 4 months then $36/mth. Offer available until withdrawn.
$36.00/mth
Min. cost $18
#10
Belong
Belong

25GB Mobile Plan

  • 85GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: Includes 60GB monthly bonus data for first 12 months when you activate your new service by 04.11.26. T&Cs apply.
$34.00/mth
Min. cost $34
Link not supplied
#1
SpinTel
SpinTel

$35 Mobile Plan

  • 100GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
$35.00/mth
Min. cost $35
#2
Moose Mobile
Moose Mobile

Moose 40 SIM Only

  • 100GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: Get 100GB for $22– Includes $18 off for first 6 months, then reverts to $40. Offer ends 30.06.27
$22.00/mth
Min. cost $22
#3
Yomojo
Yomojo

Pro 105GB Plan

  • 105GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
$34.90
Per 30 Day Renewal
Link not supplied
#4
Kogan Mobile
Kogan Mobile

Large Monthly Plan

  • 120GB data
  • Deal: Get 120GB for $20 (incl. $20 off for first 6 mths + 40GB bonus data for 6 mths), then 80GB for $40 thereafter, valid until 25.10.26
$20.00
Per 30 Day Renewal
#5
Swoop
Swoop

120GB SIM Only 5G

  • 120GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: Includes $10 off for first 6 months - $30/mth for first 6 months then $40/mth after that. Offer ends 30.06.27
$30.00/mth
Min. cost $30
#6
felix mobile
felix mobile

felix Unlimited Mobile Plan

  • Unlimited data at download speeds up to 40Mbps
  • Deal: Get 50% off your first 3 mths when you switch to felix. $20/mth for first 3 mths, then $40/mth. Use promo code FELIX50. T+Cs apply
$40.00
Per 1 Month Renewal
#7
Belong
Belong

40GB Mobile Plan

  • 100GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: Includes 60GB monthly bonus data for first 12 months when you activate your new service by 04.11.26. T&Cs apply.
$39.00/mth
Min. cost $39
Link not supplied
#8
iiNet
iiNet

100GB Large Plan

  • 100GB data at download speeds up to 250Mbps
  • Deal: 50% off - $22.50/mth for first 6 months, then $45/mth ongoing. Available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply.
$22.50
Per 1 Month Renewal
Link not supplied
#9
TPG
TPG

100GB Large Plan

  • 100GB data at download speeds up to 250Mbps
  • Deal: 50% off - $22.50/mth for first 6 months, then $45/mth ongoing. Available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply.
$22.50
Per 1 Month Renewal
Link not supplied
#10
Lebara Mobile
Lebara Mobile

$35 SIM Plan

  • 110GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps
  • Deal: Includes 55GB bonus data for first 3 recharges when you activate by 03.11.26
$35.00
Per 28 Day Renewal
Link not supplied

When will I get my iPhone Duo pre-order?


If you pre-order your iPhone Duo between October 15 and the October 23 release date, you should be among the first people in Australia to receive one. Just keep in mind that wait times for more popular models can blow out quickly, so if you want to get an iPhone Duo as early as possible, pre-order sooner rather than later. 

People living in major metropolitan areas may very well get theirs on release day, though it might take a couple of days longer than that. If you live further out, it can depend on your location.

Can I still get an iPhone Duo if I don't pre-order?


You can absolutely still get an iPhone Duo if you don't pre-order. Although it may take a little longer. You could always brave the release day lines at an Apple Store, but you shouldn't have to wait too long if you buy one online through a mobile provider or retailer.

Hannah Geremia

Digital Content Editor

Hannah Geremia
Hannah Geremia is a Digital Content Editor for WhistleOut Australia. She's worked in consumer technology since April 2023 and has since won four awards IT journalism space. In 2025, she won Best New Journalist in the IT Journalism Award (The Lizzies). She has won Best Technical Writer at the Consensus Awards in both 2024 and 2025, and the Most Entertaining Writer in 2025. Before her time at WhistleOut, she created content for SafeWise Australia. Here she wrote at length about internet safety, cyber security, and consumer tech.

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