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  • Value for Money
    4.7 (46)
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    • Post-Paid Sim Only (23)
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  • Customer Service
    4.7 (44)
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    4.7 (40)
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Buyer Beware!

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Excess data charge is $15 per GB. They could not give any details on the 2 GB excess data charges that incurred on the last day of my billing cycle. You also get billed 13 times in a year, whereas the rest of telcos bill you 12 time in a year. Better look elsewhere to avoid getting ripped off.



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Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile
MacGyver2481

MacGyver2481Byron Bay

  • Verified customer

Pleased I made the change!

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Very easy change over from Optus. I have excellent coverage in my area and although I don't use much data the speed-test using the Ookla App came in at 61Mbps download and 12.6Mbps upload. I'm paying $9.80 per month, unlimited calls, sms, mms, excellent value for the money I would say!

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Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Looks like we ticked all the boxes for your needs, MacGyver2481. Thanks for the lovely recommendation!

  • Verified customer

Simple, no fuss service.

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I have been using this service for a month now and haven't had a single complaint. Network coverage matches my previous service, as does data- but for a lot less money. It's a no-brainer really. On the one occasion I had to contact their call centre I spoke with someone in Australia and it was a quick, pleasant experience.
I highly recommend Hive if you are looking for great coverage, decent data speeds and outstanding value for money!



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Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Thanks for the kind words of recommendation, Niki H! We love hearing about experiences such as yours. :)

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There when needed. Unobtrusive when not.

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As a low volume user with occasional high download needs have found no issues with this service. I want it when I need it and it is to date always there, no hassles, no fanfare and great value.

1 comment
Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Thanks for joining the Hive, KPH!

Paty

PatyNSW

  • 2 reviews
  • Verified customer

Disappointed

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Customer service is good but not happy with their network as got lots of dropouts and often my phone will display no network access. Was cut off calls few times from bad network but now I'm with another network provider having no network issues at all.

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Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Great customer service and follow up

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I had initial complications porting over phone numbers however the staff at hive were patient and helpful. I highly recommend them.

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Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Thanks for the 5 star review, Pamiam!

Graeme C

Graeme CAdelaide

  • 3 reviews
  • 2 likes

Excellent value only pay for what you need

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Hive has the best mobile plans available. I am on the $9.80 a month which is excellent value for unlimited calls and sms. Change over from my old provider took longer than I would expect but no other problems otherwise. Really excellent company would recommend to anyone that is after a good value mobile plan.

1 comment
Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Thanks for the recommendation, Graeme!

Possum

PossumDeniliquin

  • 6 reviews
  • 2 likes

Loving the Hive

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Coverage and speeds are excellent in rural areas. Price is fantastic. Customer service is fast and easy to understand. I highly recommend Hive.

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Max K.Hive Mobile

Thanks for the recommendation, Possum. Welcome to the Hive!

smooth as honey

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so far so good - no problems at all after first couple of weeks and certainly good value. hope for continuation at this level.

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Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Awesome to hear your experience has been a smooth one, beeliever! You're sweet as honey for leaving such a lovely review. :)

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Deb J

Deb JSouth East Queensland, QLD

  • 2 reviews

Good Company

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I have only just signed up with Hive, but already the customer service I have received has been really good. The set up took a reasonable time and all went smoothly. The current cost of the plan I chose id really good value as well. Well done Hive!

1 comment
Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Thanks for the great feedback, Deb. Welcome to Hive!

A good deal for the price

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Was with Optus, and while the change over was a little longer than expected, all went well and works fine with good coverage and decent speeds. I would definitely recommend to friends. The $9.80 deal is a winner.

1 comment
Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Thanks for joining Hive Mobile, John!

Excellent value for the price

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Not using mobile data. Making and recieving calls, no problems so far. Hive was the best, cheapest deal available, at $9.80 per month, unlimited calls, sms, mms. Have recommended it to many friends. No contract makes it simpler if I opt out.

1 comment
Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Thanks for recommending us to your friends, Malcolm!

M Hayden

M HaydenBrowns Plains

  • 4 reviews
  • 1 like

Excellent

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I went to port my number from Moose Mobile.to Hive but they part of same company so can't change over to Hive from Moose.
All they did was waste about a week of my life that I can't get back.
Hive broke their contract I feel. Companies need to be upfront about these issues so.not waste people's time.

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Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile
M Hayden
M Hayden
Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Glad to see we could resolve your issue, M Hayden. Thanks for your patience, and thanks for updating your review!

Ms

MsBrighton

  • 6 reviews
  • 5 likes

Perfect, Very Happy

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I am on the 90 gig prepaid plan for $73.80 and I am really happy with Hive and their coverage and service. I am saving so much money after changing telco providers to Hive and I highly recommend them if in need of a reliable and affordable data and phone connection. I have also convinced family members to join and they are saving a lot of money also.

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Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Thanks for the recommendation, Ms. And thanks for letting the family know about us!

This is even better than what I was told!

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The only difference between Hive and my old Optus plan is the PRICE! 1/3 of the price I was paying for the same coverage and with NO dropouts!

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Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

It's always nice to save a bundle, Danny. Thanks for joining Hive!

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So far so good, no complaints. We'll see how it goes!

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The plan has delivered so far and what my daughter requires, so no complaints. It's only been a week and we'll have to see how it goes from here.

1 comment
Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Good to see your daughter has her requirements met, Raani. Thanks for giving us a go!

Joe Buzz

Joe Buzz

  • 2 reviews

Great value pay for what you need only

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Its great I'll be changing my contact from my other mobile when it finish to hive too i am telling my family and friends about hive mobile too thank you

1 comment
Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Thanks for jumping on-board, Joe Buzz!

david

davidSydney, NSW

  • 10 reviews

Hive

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I thought this was a good telco but just like all the others things are not what they seem Aussie customer service only during the week not st weekend then the same people in Asia can't understand what you want told billing is at the beginning of the month yes the plan changes over but nothing comes out of bank account till over a week latter not what was told to me at the beginning smoke @mirrors is there a company that does what they say lm beginning to think not will see how this billing goes this month not as happy as l was at the start be careful you find all out first then it seems to change

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Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Always liked Optus

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Yes, network coverage is very reliable. I didn’t experienced any dropouts yet. Yes, data downloads speeds sufficiently fast. Thank you.

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Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

We appreciate the review, Royal prisoner. Thanks!

Happy with hive

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Up until now we have had no dropouts.
Data speed is fine.
So far very happy.
We have no complaints.

1 comment
Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Thanks for joining Hive, Peta!

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Questions & Answers

curious

curiousasked

Where are your call centres located?

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Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Hi Curious,

Thanks for the question. Our primary call centre is Australian based, and you'll always speak to an Australian if you call within normal work hours. After 5pm and on Saturdays we rely on our trained staff in offshore call centres to assist with calls. However, you can always request for an Australian call centre representative to call you back or to escalate your issue to.

Kind regards,

Hive Mobile Support

Graeme

Graemeasked

I'm currently updating my elderly mother's phone with a senior's-friendly phone. They all seem to operate through the 3G network. If I were to purchase your $9.80 sim-only plan would the simcard be compatible with an unlocked 3G phone? (I'm specifically looking at the Olitech Easy Mate+ Seniors Mobile Phone).

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MacGyver2481
MacGyver2481

Hi Graeme,
I can't see you having a problem connecting with an unlocked 3G phone, see link below for more details and I've found Hive's Call Centre easy and quick to deal with so if still unsure give them a call to be on the safe side.
https://www.canstarblue.com.au/phone/introducing-hive-mobiles-low-cost-plans/

Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Hi Graeme,

Our SIMs are compatible with any 3G or 4G phone, but might be limited to one of these depending on the model. If your phone can connect to the Optus 3G network but not the 4G network, then your 3G will still work without a problem. You might run into connectivity issues in the occasional spot where the 4G coverage is much stronger than the 3G, but for most areas you'll be covered.

You can get a better idea of your potential coverage by checking our coverage map online, which I will link below.

https://hivemobile.com.au/coverage

Please let us know if you had any further questions regarding the service. We'll be happy to help.

Kind regards,

Hive Mobile Support

jaypea

jaypeaasked

With HIVE are you connected via Optus or Telstra ?

1 answer
Hive Mobile
Max K.Hive Mobile

Hi jaypea,

Hive uses the same network as Optus. Importantly, it's the exact same network, so your service would be identical to an Optus one.

Let us know if you had any other questions regarding our service. We'll be happy to help!

Kind regards,

Hive Mobile Support

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