Dual-network 4G GPS trackers

Telstra + Optus networks

Two networks, one SIM.

Your tracker uses the network coverage provided by Telstra and Optus, Australia's two largest mobile networks.

Pay $139 for the tracker and the first year of your plan is included. From year two the plan renews at $7/mo or $70/yr (Power Saver) or $10/mo or $100/yr (Real-Time). Cancel any time.

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Crucial Tracking is independent. We're not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an agent of Telstra or Optus. Check reception where you actually go on the carriers' own coverage maps: Telstra (opens in a new tab) and Optus (opens in a new tab).

Two networks, one SIM
Data hosted in Australia
Full hardware spec published
Real people in Perth answer

How the SIM works

Two networks instead of one

If one network isn't available where your vehicle or asset is, the tracker can connect on the other.

Two networks instead of one removes a single point of failure, but no mobile network covers all of Australia, and reception in any given spot depends on terrain, buildings and distance to the nearest tower.

One SIM, both networks
Every Crucial Tracking data plan ships with a SIM that works across both the Telstra and Optus mobile networks.
Not tied to one carrier
The SIM isn't tied to one carrier: the tracker connects to whichever of the two networks it can see at the time.
The bands both networks use
Our trackers are 4G LTE devices and support the frequency bands both networks use in Australia, including the 700 MHz band that carries most regional coverage.

Compare every tracker's specs

Crucial Tracking is independent. We're not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an agent of Telstra or Optus. Check reception where you actually go on the carriers' own coverage maps: Telstra (opens in a new tab) and Optus (opens in a new tab).

Why buy here

Four things to check before you buy any tracker

Two networks, one SIM
If one network isn't available where your vehicle or asset is, the tracker can connect on the other.
Hosted in Australia
Your stored tracking data lives on our own platform, hosted in Australia and run from Perth. Your tracking history isn't sold or shared with third parties. See our privacy policy.
Every spec published
Bands, battery, update rate, alerts: the full hardware spec is on every product page and side by side in the comparison table. No black boxes.
A Perth team on the phone
Call 0413 418 743, Mon–Fri 8:00am–6:00pm AWST. We reply within 1–3 hours during business hours, and we stock, install and support every tracker we sell.

The platform and your stored tracking data are hosted in Australia, on infrastructure we run ourselves.

1. Pick your tracker

CT-V03Hard-wired 4G wired vehicle trackerWired in once — DIY or auto electrician — and keeps reporting even if power is cut$139.00 View tracker

4G GPS Compact OBD Vehicle Tracker (CT-V05)

CT-V05OBD plug-in 4G ultra-compact OBD trackerPlugs into the OBD port — no tools, sits nearly flush$139.00 View tracker

4G GPS Asset Tracker CT-A03 — 70 Day Battery

CT-A03Battery powered 4G asset tracker — 70-day batteryMagnet mount, around 70 days per charge — for trailers, gear and vehicles alike$139.00 View tracker

2. How do you want to buy?

With a data plan First year included Same tracker price — and your first year of the plan you pick below is included: SIM, data and full platform access. From then on the plan renews at its normal price until you cancel. No minimum term.

Tracker only Same price, no plan — bring your own SIM + data, or add one of our plans later. Platform access isn’t included without a plan.

3. Pick your data plan

Power Saver Monthly $7/mo 2-minute updates — cancel any time. First year includedthen $7/mo from month 13

Power Saver Annual $70/yr 2-minute updates — 12 months prepaid, two months cheaper than monthly; renews yearly at $70. First year includedthen $70/yr from year 2

Real-Time Monthly $10/mo 10-second updates — cancel any time. First year includedthen $10/mo from month 13

Real-Time Annual $100/yr 10-second updates — 12 months prepaid, two months cheaper than monthly; renews yearly at $100. First year includedthen $100/yr from year 2

Live totals and the one-click kit need JavaScript — every option above links out, so you can buy each piece from its own page.

01
Choose your tracker
Hardwired CT-V03 for anything with a battery, plug-in CT-V05 for the daily car, battery CT-A03 for trailers and gear — then pick the plan that fits.
02
Fit it
Plug the CT-V05 in under the dash in seconds, wire the CT-V03 in yourself or via an auto electrician, or stick the CT-A03 on with its magnet. The SIM ships in the tracker.
03
Track it live
Open the platform on your phone or desktop and watch it move — live position, trip history, alerts and geofences, all included with your plan.

Straight answers on networks and plans

Networks

Which networks does the SIM use?

Every Crucial Tracking data plan ships with a SIM that works across both the Telstra and Optus mobile networks. The SIM isn't tied to one carrier: the tracker connects to whichever of the two networks it can see at the time.

Will it work where I am?

Your tracker uses the network coverage provided by Telstra and Optus, Australia's two largest mobile networks. If one network isn't available where your vehicle or asset is, the tracker can connect on the other.

Two networks instead of one removes a single point of failure, but no mobile network covers all of Australia, and reception in any given spot depends on terrain, buildings and distance to the nearest tower. Out of range, the tracker keeps logging and reports the trail when it reconnects. Not sure about your patch? Call us on 0413 418 743 before you buy and we'll check.

Do the trackers support the right 4G bands?

Our trackers are 4G LTE devices and support the frequency bands both networks use in Australia, including the 700 MHz band that carries most regional coverage. The full band list is on each product page and in the comparison table.

Can I bring my own SIM?

Bringing your own SIM? Any Australian 4G data SIM works in a CT-V03, CT-V05 or CT-A03. Platform access isn't included without a plan — it comes with one of ours. The CT-A01 is the exception: it needs a Telstra Business IoT SIM.

Plans & renewals

What happens after the first year?

Your plan renews at its normal price: $7/mo or $70/yr for Power Saver, $10/mo or $100/yr for Real-Time. Same SIM, same platform, nothing else to buy. We'll email you before the first renewal.

How do I cancel?

Cancel any time; there's no minimum term. Do it from your account (Manage subscriptions), or email team@crucialtracking.com.au or call 0413 418 743 and we'll stop the next renewal. The tracker is yours to keep. Once the plan ends, power the tracker down or fit your own SIM. Full terms are in our subscription policy and refund policy.

What's included in the plan?

The SIM, the data and full access to the platform: live tracking, trip history, alerts, geofences and PDF reports. Power Saver reports every 2 minutes; Real-Time reports every 10 seconds. There's no separate platform fee.

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Crucial Tracking is independent. We're not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an agent of Telstra or Optus. Check reception where you actually go on the carriers' own coverage maps: Telstra (opens in a new tab) and Optus (opens in a new tab).

Not sure it'll work where you go?

Tell us what you're tracking and where it travels, and we'll call you back with a straight answer on the right tracker and the total cost.

We reply within 1–3 hours during business hours, Mon–Fri 8:00am–6:00pm AWST.

Prefer to talk now? Call 0413 418 743

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Two networks, one SIM.

Two networks instead of one

One SIM, both networks

Not tied to one carrier

The bands both networks use

Four things to check before you buy any tracker