WhistleOut names Australia’s best mobile and internet providers

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Fergus Halliday
Aug 01, 2024
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WhistleOut has had its say when it comes the best mobile plans, internet plans and device manufacturers with the rollout of this year's WhistleOut Awards.

WhistleOut managing editor Alex Choros pointed to the reality that the price of internet and mobile connectivity has risen over the past twelve months, driving new demand for more affordable providers.

"The WhistleOut Awards judging process is designed to highlight providers that are consistently offering great value plans every month, but they might not be the names everyone is familiar with."

"One of the best ways to save money on your phone or internet plan is to try out a smaller provider," he added.

As with last year, TPG emerged the winner when it came to mobile providers while Tangerine took out the crown for internet providers.

Google came away with a nod for "Phone of the Year" with the Google Pixel 8a while Motorola was named as the best phone manufacturer, winning out over Google, Apple and Samsung.

Choros highlighted how competitive the manufacturer has become across every price point in the Australian mobile market.

"Whether you’re looking for a reliable cheap device, a flashy foldable, or something in between, Motorola is doing something worth paying attention to," Choros said.

You can find the full list of winners below.

Best Phone Plans

  • Mobile Provider of the Year: TPG
  • Best SIM-Only Provider, Value Plans: Moose Mobile
    • Runner Up: SpinTel
  • Best SIM-Only Provider, Large Plans: iiNet
    • Runner Up: Circles.Life
  • Best Prepaid Provider, Value Plans: TPG
    • Runner Up: Catch Connect
  • Best Prepaid Provider, Large Plans: TPG
    • Runner Up: Felix
  • Best Provider, iPhone Plans: Vodafone
    • Runner Up: Optus
  • Best Provider, Samsung Plans: Vodafone
    • Runner Up: Optus
  • Best Provider, International Calls: Lebara
    • Runner Up: Amaysim
  • Best Provider, Plans for Kids: TPG
    • Runner Up: Catch Connect
  • Best Phone Plan Promotion: Moose Mobile

Best Internet Plans

  • Internet Provider of the Year: Tangerine
  • Best Unlimited NBN Provider: Tangerine
    • Runner Up: Exetel
  • Best Premium NBN Provider: Dodo
    • Runner Up: Exetel
  • Best Fixed Wireless NBN Provider: Tangerine
    • Runner Up: Dodo
  • Best Satellite NBN Provider: SkyMesh
    • Runner Up: Activ8me
  • Best Mobile Broadband Provider, Everyday Use: Vodafone
    • Runner Up: Telstra
  • Best Mobile Broadband Provider, High Use: Tangerine
    • Runner Up: Belong
  • Best 4G Home Wireless Broadband Provider: TPG
    • Runner Up: Vodafone
  • Best 5G Home Wireless Broadband Provider: Optus
    • Runner Up: Telstra
  • Best Internet Promotion: Aussie Broadband

Best Devices

  • Best Phone Camera: iPhone 15 Pro Max
    • Highly Commended: Google Pixel 8 Pro
  • Best Phone Design: OPPO Find N3
    • Highly Commended: Motorola Razr 40 Ultra
  • Best Value Phone: Motorola Edge 50 Fusion
    • Highly Commended: Nothing Phone 2a
  • Best High Performance Phone: iPhone 15 Pro Max
    • Highly Commended: OPPO Find N3
  • Phone Manufacturer of the Year: Motorola
    • Highly Commended: Nothing
  • Phone of the Year: Google Pixel 8a

Sustainability Awards

  • Sustainable Mobile Provider of the Year: felix mobile
Fergus Halliday
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Fergus Halliday is a journalist and editor for Reviews.org. He’s written about technology, telecommunications, gaming and more for over a decade. He got his start writing in high school and began his full-time career as the Editor of PC World Australia. Fergus has made the MCV 30 Under 30 list, been a finalist for seven categories at the IT Journalism Awards and won Most Controversial Writer at the 2022 Consensus Awards. He has been published in Gizmodo, Kotaku, GamesHub, Press Start, Screen Rant, Superjump, Nestegg and more.

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