Samsung Galaxy S26 pre-orders — top deals and offers in Australia

Fresh from being unveiled at the latest Galaxy Unpacked event overnight, Samsung Galaxy S26 pre-orders are officially open in Australia, and will continue until the day before the new devices hit stores on March 11, 2026.

The Galaxy S26 series starts at AU$1,549 for the 6.3-inch base model, with the 6.7-inch Galaxy S26 Plus priced at AU$1,849 and the 6.9-inch Galaxy S26 Ultra at AU$2,199.

Under the hood, all three handsets run the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip and feature 120Hz displays with 12GB of RAM as standard. However, if you opt for the top-tier 1TB Galaxy S26 Ultra, the memory is boosted to 16GB of RAM.

The new devices also boast improved Galaxy AI features, a new Horizontal Lock feature for video recording, 60W fast wired charging and 25W wireless charging. The Galaxy S26 Ultra also gets the game-changing Privacy Display mode, which prevents onlookers from viewing your screen at an angle.

Australia’s leading retailers and carriers are once again rolling out impressive bonuses for early Galaxy S26 adopters, and we've taken the liberty of rounding up the top pre-order deals to help you get the most bang for your buck.

All the usual suspects are present and accounted for, with exceptional Galaxy S26 pre-order bonuses on offer from Samsung's online store, Amazon, Optus and Vodafone, among others.

Whether you're looking to purchase a Galaxy S26 device outright or nab the phone on a plan over 12, 24 or 36 months from Australia's major telcos, here are the best Samsung Galaxy S26 pre-order offers available right now.

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Samsung Galaxy S26: best deals

Arguably the best Samsung Galaxy S26 deals going right now are on Amazon, with the retail giant offering a free storage upgrade to the 512GB across all three models, plus an additional AU$300 discount at checkout for Prime members. In other words, that's a massive AU$600 discount! Not yet a Prime member? You can sign up for a 30-day free trial here.

The next best deal is being offered by Samsung's online store, with an automatic bonus upgrade to the 512GB storage option valued at AU$300 for all three models. That means you get the 512GB model of your chosen handset for the price of the 256GB version, which is amazing.

By stacking our exclusive S26TECH code on top of the initial $300 discount, you can save an additional $150 on the 1TB Galaxy S26 Ultra. This effectively brings the price down to the 512GB model’s RRP, giving you double the storage at no extra cost.

Amazon: Save AU$300 on the 512GB + additional AU$300 discount for Prime members

Amazon currently has the pick of the Galaxy S26 deals, offering a free 512GB storage upgrade across the entire range plus an additional AU$300 discount for Prime members. This brings the total saving to a massive AU$600, and if you aren't a member yet, you can simply sign up for a 30-day free trial to lock in the discount at checkout.

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Samsung: Get a bonus storage upgrade with your Galaxy S26 pre-order

Pre‑ordering the Galaxy S26 is already a smart move thanks to some standout bonuses. Right off the bat, those you’ll score a bonus storage upgrade worth AU$300, effectively getting the 512GB model for the price of the 256GB version — a strong deal on its own. And if you’re eyeing the 1TB Galaxy S26 Ultra, stacking our exclusive S26TECH code on top of that initial AU$300 discount unlocks an additional AU$150 saving, meaning you'll get the 1TB model for the RRP of the 512GB variant.

• Galaxy S26 (512GB): from AU$1,849 AU$1,549
• Galaxy S26 Plus (512GB): from AU$2,199 AU$1,849
• Galaxy S26 Ultra (512GB): from AU$2,499 AU$2,199

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Vodafone: Save up to AU$1,000 with eligible trade-in and when you stay connected to an eligible plan

Vodafone is offering AU$400 off the Galaxy S26, AU$500 off the Galaxy S26 Plus and AU$700 off the Galaxy S26 Ultra when you stay connected to an eligible plan over 24 or 36 months. You also get AU$300 bonus trade-in credit for your old device on top of what it's worth. T&Cs apply.

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Optus: Get up to AU$700 off when you stay connected to eligible plan + AU$748 off the Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm) when you add a Watch plan

Optus has a great offer for anyone looking to go all-in on the Samsung ecosystem. Firstly, customers who purchase a Galaxy S26 device on an eligible 24- or 36-month plan can get up to $700 over the course of their contract. Additionally, those who buy the phone and add a 24- or 36-month Watch plan will get AU$748 off the Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm). T&Cs apply.

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JB Hi-Fi: Get the 512GB model of any Galaxy S26 model for the price of the 256GB version

JB Hi-Fi is matching Samsung's pre-order offer with a free storage upgrade to the 512GB variant of any Galaxy S26 model, effectively bringing it down to the price of the 256GB version. This offer is only available during the pre-order period. T&Cs apply.

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The Good Guys: Get the 512GB model of any Galaxy S26 model for the price of the 256GB version

Following the lead of JB Hi-Fi and Samsung, The Good Guys is offering a free storage upgrade to 512GB across the entire Galaxy S26 range. This allows you to secure the higher-capacity model for the same price as the 256GB variant, provided you lock in your order during the pre-order window. T&Cs apply.

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