| Category | Provider | Speed | Price From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best NBN 100 internet deal | Tangerine | 100Mbps | $65.90/mth |
| Best NBN 250 internet deal | Dodo | 250Mbps | $78.90/mth |
| Best NBN 50 internet deal | Dodo | 50Mbps | $59.80/mth |
| Best 5G home wireless internet deal | Optus | 210Mbps | $74/mth |
| Best 4G home wireless internet deal | TPG | 16Mbps | $44.99/mth |
| Best mobile broadband internet deal | Vodafone |
N/A | $20/mth |
Pricing refers to the minimum total cost for the first month.
Getting online should be easy, but when you can choose from hundreds of home internet plans across dozens of providers, it can take time to spot the best deal. Fortunately, we're here to help! These hand-picked internet plans are packed with value and cover all the options so you're sure to find your perfect fit.
When picking the best deals, we look at criteria including the cost of a plan over a year, typical evening speeds, support options, and other perks.
Best NBN 100 internet deal
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Tangerine Telecom
Speedy NBN
$65.90/mth
Min. cost $65.90
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How we chose this plan: When picking the best NBN 100 deal, we look at the first-year cost, plan features, typical evening speeds, and support channels
Tangerine takes the crown for the best NBN 100 plan this month. With its current promo, you'll pay $65.90 per month for your first six months, and $85.90 per month thereafter, which is especially great given the provider reports typical evening speeds of 100Mbps. That means the plan should effectively be congestion-free. This offer runs until September 30.
Here's a pricing breakdown:
- Minimum cost: $65.90
- First-year cost: $910.80
- Ongoing yearly cost: $1,030.80
For some alternatives, see how Tangerine's plan compares to other popular options with NBN 100 speeds and unlimited data:
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#1
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SpinTel
Editor's Pick
NBN Unlimited Premium 100
$65/mth
Min. cost $65
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#2
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Tangerine Telecom
Speedy NBN
$65.90/mth
Min. cost $65.90
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#3
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Dodo
nbn100 Unlimited Plan
$73.90/mth
Min. cost $73.90
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#4
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Exetel
Family nbn100/20
$65.99/mth
Min. cost $65.99
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#5
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TPG
nbn Home Fast Unlimited Plan
$79.99/mth
Min. cost $79.99
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Best NBN 250 internet deal
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Dodo
Editor's Pick
nbn Home Superfast Plan
$83.90/mth
Min. cost $83.90
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Here's a pricing breakdown:
- Minimum cost: $78.90
- First-year cost: $1,066.44
- Ongoing yearly cost: $1,186.80
Dodo takes the throne this month with its current WhistleOut Exclusive promotion on its NBN 250 plan. You'll pay just $78.90 per month for your first six months (including a $20 discount for the first six months), and $98.90 per month thereafter. This offer ends on September 24.
Just note that NBN 250 plans are only available to those with HFC or FTTP NBN connection types.
If this plan isn't right for you, it's not the only choice. See how it compares to other popular NBN 250 plans with unlimited data:
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#1
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Dodo
Editor's Pick
nbn Home Superfast Plan
$83.90/mth
Min. cost $83.90
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#2
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SpinTel
NBN Unlimited 250
$80/mth
Min. cost $80
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#3
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TPG
nbn Home Superfast Unlimited Plan
$84.99/mth
Min. cost $84.99
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#4
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Tangerine Telecom
Fixed Wireless Speedy
$65.90/mth
Min. cost $65.90
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#5
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Exetel
Superfast nbn250
$80.99/mth
Min. cost $80.99
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Best NBN 50 internet deal
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Dodo
nbn50 Unlimited Plan
$68.90/mth
Min. cost $68.90
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How we chose this plan: When picking the best NBN 50 deal, we look at the first-year cost, plan features, typical evening speeds, and support channels
At just $59.80 per month, this internet deal from Dodo is one of the most affordable ways to get an unlimited data NBN 50 plan. You'll also get the closet thing possible to congestion-free NBN speeds with the typical evening speed sitting at 50Mbps.
With Dodo's current WhistleOut Exclusive promo on its NBN 50 plan, you'll pay just $59.80 per month for your first six months (including a $24.10 discount for six months), and $83.90 per month thereafter.
Here's a pricing breakdown:
- Minimum cost: $59.80
- First-year cost: $862.20
- Ongoing yearly cost: $1,006.80
You might also be eligible for a $10 per month bundle discount if you bundle Dodo nbn with electricity and gas at the same address in selected areas.
If this plan isn't right for you, it's not the only choice. See how it compares to other popular NBN 50 plans with unlimited data:
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#1
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Exetel
Extra-value nbn50
$60.99/mth
Min. cost $60.99
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#2
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Tangerine Telecom
Value Plus NBN
$59.90/mth
Min. cost $59.90
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#3
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Buddy Telco
Editor's Pick
Value nbn - Unlimited
$63/mth
Min. cost $63
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#4
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TPG
nbn50 Unlimited Plan
$69.99/mth
Min. cost $69.99
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#5
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Kogan Internet
Silver Unlimited
$59.90/mth
Min. cost $59.90
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Best 5G home wireless internet deal
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Optus
Editor's Pick
Optus Plus Entertainer Superfast 5G
$89/mth
Min. cost $89
Link not supplied
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This month, our pick for the best 5G home wireless internet plan goes to Optus, thanks to its current offer. You'll pay $74 per month for the first six months, and then $99 per month thereafter. This deal runs until October 20.
Speeds are uncapped on this plan, meaning you'll surf the internet as fast as network conditions allow. You can expect download speeds of 210Mbps during busy hours, however.
Optus' 5G home internet plan is contract-free, but you'll need to stay connected for 36 months to avoid paying a modem fee. The plan also includes a Standard Netflix subscription via Optus SubHub.
Here's a pricing breakdown:
- Minimum cost: $542
- First-year cost: $1,038
- Ongoing yearly cost: $1,188
Want to know how Optus compares? Here are the most popular 5G home wireless plans in our database:
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#1
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iiNet
5G Home Broadband Plus
$49.99/mth
Min. cost $49.99
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#2
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TPG
Editor's Pick
5G Home Broadband Premium
$54.99/mth
Min. cost $54.99
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#3
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Telstra
5G Home Internet - 1TB
$85/mth
Min. cost $85
Link not supplied
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#4
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Optus
Editor's Pick
Optus Plus Entertainer Superfast 5G
$89/mth
Min. cost $89
Link not supplied
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#5
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Vodafone
5G Home Internet Premium Plan
$60/mth
Min. cost $60
Link not supplied
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Best 4G home wireless internet deal
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TPG
Editor's Pick
Home Wireless Broadband
$44.99/mth
Min. cost $44.99
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How we chose this plan: When picking the best 4G home internet deal, we look at the first-year cost, coverage, and support channels.
If you can't get 5G home internet but still want an NBN alternative, consider 4G home internet instead. TPG's 4G Home Wireless Unlimited plan is our pick for the best 4G home wireless internet deal this month. You'll get unlimited data for only $44.99 per month for the first six months, and $54.99 per month thereafter. This deal runs valid until September 24.
Here's a pricing breakdown:
- Minimum cost: $44.99
- First-year cost: $599.88
- Ongoing yearly cost: $659.88
Existing TPG customers save an additional $5 per month on TPG's 4G home internet plan.
However, the downside is the plan is capped at download speeds of 20Mbps. You should expect typical download speeds of 16Mbps during busy hours. As such, this plan is best suited to small households of one or two people who aren't overly demanding internet users.
This internet deal doesn't have an expiry.
To see how this plan compares to other popular 4G home wireless plans, see below:
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#1
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TPG
Editor's Pick
Home Wireless Broadband
$44.99/mth
Min. cost $44.99
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#2
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iiNet
Home Wireless Broadband
$49.99/mth
Min. cost $49.99
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#3
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Optus
Optus Plus Everyday Basic 4G
$59/mth
Min. cost $59
Link not supplied
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#4
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SpinTel
4G Unlimited Wireless Broadband (25Mbit)
$53.95/mth
Min. cost $69.95
Link not supplied
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#5
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Vodafone
4G Home Internet Unlimited
$50/mth
Min. cost $50
Link not supplied
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Best mobile broadband deal
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Vodafone
Editor's Pick
Small Data SIM Only Plan
$20/mth
Min. cost $20
Link not supplied
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How we chose this plan: When picking the best mobile broadband deal, we look at the first-year cost and support channels. We only consider plans with at least 25GB of data.
A data-only SIM plan is a great idea if you have a portable device, like a tablet, and you want to stay connected when you're away from home. If you don't have a SIM card slot in your tablet, or you'd like to connect to something else, you can use a WiFi dongle or pocket WiFi hotspot. These plans don't come with talk or text so it differs from your standard mobile SIM card, although people do use a data-only SIM in their smartphone.
If you use your data SIM on a tablet or iPad, chances are you probably already have a mobile phone and home internet plans, so you'll want to keep the bill for your data SIM as low as possible. Vodafone is offering a decent 30GB of data for only $20 per month.
Or if this plan isn't right for you, check out how it compares to the most popular mobile broadband plans in our database with at least 25GB:
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#1
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Telstra
Upfront Data Plan Medium
$58/mth
Min. cost $58
Link not supplied
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#2
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Tangerine Telecom
Editor's Pick
100GB Mobile Broadband Data Plan
$34.90/mth
Min. cost $34.90
Link not supplied
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#3
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Optus
$30 Prepaid Data Only SIM Starter Kit
$30
Link not supplied
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#4
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Aussie Broadband
Large Data Only 5G SIM
$35/mth
Min. cost $35
Link not supplied
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#5
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amaysim
90GB Data Plan
$60
Link not supplied
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“If you want to get the most out of an NBN internet deal, your best bet is swapping plans every six months.
Many NBN providers - like the ones we've highlighted in this guide - offer a honeymoon discount to new customers for the first six months. After those six months are up, customers need to pay full price. These plans are contract-free, however, so you can leave after your discount runs out, and swap to a new provider that has the same kind of offer.
While this is a bit of work, it's the simplest way to keep your NBN bill as low as possible.
In some cases, we've also seen this type of discount on NBN alternatives like wireless internet, but it's always worth double-checking the fine print. Wireless internet plans always come with a new modem, and some providers will make you pay out a fee if you leave within your first 24 or 36 months."
Alex Choros, Managing Editor WhistleOut
WhistleOut Exclusive internet deals
Internet providers sometimes offer deals exclusively for WhistleOut users. At the moment, Dodo has a WhistleOut exclusive discount where new customers can save $20 per month on its NBN 25 plans or $24.10 per month on its NBN 50 and NBN 100 plans. These discounts last for the first six months, after which the monthly fee reverts to full price.
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#1
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Dodo
nbn25 Unlimited Plan
$53.90/mth
Min. cost $53.90
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#2
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Dodo
nbn50 Unlimited Plan
$68.90/mth
Min. cost $68.90
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#3
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Dodo
nbn100 Unlimited Plan
$73.90/mth
Min. cost $73.90
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This deal runs until to September 24.
Optus internet deals
Optus' NBN 50 plans and up are currently discounted by a minimum of $15 per month for the first six months. These deals runs until September 29.
In addition, if you sign up for an Optus "Entertainer" NBN plan, you'll get Netflix at no extra cost. The plans include a standard Netflix subscription valued at $18.99 per month via the Optus SubHub subscription management platform.
If you're an existing customer, you can transfer your Netflix subscription to Optus and take advantage of the offer. You can also upgrade to 4K by paying the $7 per month difference.
Here are Optus' NBN plans that include a Netflix subscription:
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Optus
Optus Plus Family Entertainer Fast nbn®
$110/mth
Min. cost $110
Link not supplied
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Telstra internet deals
Telstra is currently offering discounts of between $5 and $20 per month across NBN 50 plans and up. These discounts will last for your first six months, after which you'll go pack to paying the full price. This deal runs until September 9.
In addition, customers new to Telstra can get a whole host of streaming offers when they sign up for an NBN plan. This includes four months of free access to Spotify Premium, two months of access to Binge, three months of access to Flash, and two weeks of Kayo. There's no end date for this offer.
Here are Telstra's NBN plans:
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#1
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Telstra
Upfront Internet Plan Essential (Fixed Wireless)
$105/mth
Min. cost $105
Link not supplied
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#2
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Telstra
Upfront Internet Plan Essential
$105/mth
Min. cost $105
Link not supplied
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#3
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Telstra
Upfront Internet Plan Premium
$110/mth
Min. cost $110
Link not supplied
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#4
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Telstra
Upfront Internet Plan Ultimate
$130/mth
Min. cost $130
Link not supplied
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#5
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Telstra
Upfront Internet Plan Ultrafast
$150/mth
Min. cost $150
Link not supplied
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TPG internet deals
TPG will price match NBN 100, NBN 250, and NBN 1000 plans. If you sign up to one of TPG's high-speed NBN plans and submit a claim showing a cheaper price, TPG will beat the price for the first 12 months. TPG will match the price of these providers: Aussie Broadband, Belong, Dodo, Extel, Optus, Superloop, Tangerine, and Telstra.
Here are TPG's NBN plans:
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#1
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TPG
nbn50 Unlimited Plan
$69.99/mth
Min. cost $69.99
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#2
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TPG
nbn Home Fast Unlimited Plan
$79.99/mth
Min. cost $79.99
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#3
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TPG
nbn Home Superfast Unlimited Plan
$84.99/mth
Min. cost $84.99
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#4
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TPG
nbn Home Ultrafast Unlimited Plan
$94.99/mth
Min. cost $94.99
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Methodology: How we choose the best Australian internet deals
Each month our in-house data experts review all the Australian internet plans in our database to determine our Editor's Picks for the:
Below each Editor's Pick in this guide, you'll see why we chose each plan as the best in its respective category.
For NBN plans, we specifically look at NBN 50 and NBN 100 plans, because they offer a good mix of value and performance. We also consider price, typical evening speeds, and promotional discounts, and only look at plans with unlimited data.
When it comes to 4G home internet plans, we consider price, download speeds, coverage, and whether there's a contract or upfront cost. The same holds true for 5G home internet plans, but we prioritise plans with uncapped download speeds.
And when considering mobile broadband plans, we break up the eligible plans into two categories: plans with lots of data that could be used as the main internet service at home, and plans with less data designed for use on a tablet or iPad. Our monthly picks tend to be the best value plans that meet the usage criteria of each category.
No matter which product category, we also consider support channels. In terms of support, we consider the breadth of support options available to customers, coupled with feedback from customer review aggregators. Due to the scope of telcos we track, we have not personally tested support services for each provider.
How to spot a great internet deal
If you're trying to find a great deal on internet plans, there are a few things you should keep in mind.
- Deal Length: Many providers offer discounts for the first six months to attract new customers. It's just worth being aware of how much you'll pay after the discount period, as the increases can be quite steep. The good news is these plans tend to be contract-free, so you can typically leave after your discount runs out.
- Speeds: Be sure the speeds offered by your internet plan match your household needs. In general, we recommend a minimum of 50Mbps - whether you're considering NBN or a 5G home internet plan.
- Contracts: While most plans are contract-free these days, some plans will make you pay out a modem fee or return your hardware if you leave in your first two or three years. Always double-check this.
Best internet deal FAQs
What is the best internet plan in Australia?
The best internet plan for your household depends on what you value most. After you after a low price, high speed,
great customer service or perks and benefits?
Each provider has its own pros and cons which we have compared in a handy guide all about the best internet providers across Australia.
What internet speed do I need?
Your ideal internet speed is dependent on how many people are in your household, how many of these people will be using the internet at the same time and what they will be using it for.
We recommend 50Mbps as a good standard internet speed because it suits three or four moderate internet users. For a more thorough breakdown, check out our guide on what NBN speed tiers would work best for you.
What is the cheapest way to get home WiFi?
Most internet plans include the option to get a WiFI modem - sometimes at no extra cost. Just be aware that sometimes this is contingent on staying a certain length of time. For example, Optus requires you to pay out the remaining value of the modem if you leave within your first three years. Other providers, like Telstra, just require you to return your modem if you leave within your first two years.
Our Editor's Picks awards are selected by our team of data experts. We may earn a commission if you click on one of the products listed, but a service provider isn't required to have a commercial relationship with us to be eligible for consideration. See here for more information about how we work.
WhistleOut is Australia's telco comparison website, founded to help everyday Aussies find a phone and internet plan that's right for them. As part of our service promise, we're committed to listing plans from at least the top ten providers of NBN plans in the market, but we're currently tracking 32. When we have a commercial relationship with a provider, you'll see a "Go To Site" button that takes you straight to that plan. We still compare plans from providers we don't have a commercial relationship with, but these don't have a button. To keep our listings up to date, we have a dedicated product team that makes around 400 changes to our database each month. You can read more about how we work here.
Meet our internet experts
Alex Choros
Alex Choros is the Managing Editor of WhistleOut Australia and an award-winning journalist. He's been writing about consumer technology for over a decade and is an expert on the Australian telco sector, to the point where he knows far too many phone and internet plans by heart. In addition to leading the WhistleOut editorial team, Alex is responsible for ruining the office Sonos with his troubled taste in music.
Throughout his career as a journalist, Alex has covered international trade shows, spent three years co-hosting a tech show on community radio, and was awarded a highly commended in the Best Reviewer category of the 2018 IT Journalism awards and the 2021 IT Journalism awards. His work contributed to WhistleOut Australia winning the Best Consumer Technology Coverage award in the 2023 IT Journalism Awards.
He has regularly contributed to Gizmodo and Lifehacker, and he often pops up on 2GB and the Money Magazine podcast to talk telco. On weekends, you'll find Alex at a wine bar, on a hike, or in the middle of a mosh pit.
Alex Choros - Managing Editor + Group Reviews Editor | Twitter | Instagram | Threads
Christie Graham
Christie Graham is a tech industry expert and former head copywriter for Harvey Norman's Computers and Tech category. She won a national Newscorp writing competition to review TV shows on Binge, and keeps busy juggling her many hobbies including baking, painting, archery, stargazing, tending to her chickens, training her Border Collie, expanding her Harry Potter replica collection, and making lists (much like this one).
Christie Graham - Digital Content Editor
Dylan Crismale
Dylan Crismale has been writing for over six years working across a variety of Australian publications. He previously worked as a writer at Finder covering energy, internet and mobile plans, and is passionate about finding the best deals to save people money. When he's not behind a desk Dylan loves drawing, working out, and spending time with friends and family.
Dylan Crismale - Digital Content Editor
Alex Angove-Plumb
Alex Angove-Plumb has been in the tech publishing industry since 2010, putting him only a couple of years away from the title of Grizzled Ancient in his chosen profession. He was an original WhistleOut-er before running NBN Co's corporate blog for two years, then moving on to a lengthy stint at CHOICE. Now he's come home to act as a Digital Content Editor.
Over his career, Alex has learned more about phones, telcos, and the NBN than he'd like to admit, and is happy to put his expertise to good use by helping our readers navigate the often-confusing morass of buzzwords that tech marketing can throw your way.
When not shaking his fist at kids these days, you might find Alex tinkering about the house doing arguably destructive DIY, messing with one or both of his cats, or trying just-one-more-run in whatever roguelite he's recently become obsessed with.
Alex Angove-Plumb - Digital Content Editor
Joseph Hanlon
Joe Hanlon has been immersed in mobile phones, plans and the internet for well over a decade, having written for publications like CNET, Tech Radar, Gizmodo, and Lifehacker. He steers the editorial ship and makes sure that we are always serving up the most useful guides and recommendations. If you ever bump into Joe on the street, don't be afraid to ask for a phone recommendation. It's embarrassing how much he enjoys talking about this stuff. He also loves listening to podcasts, so feel free to email Joe with recommendations.
Joseph Hanlon - Editorial Director | Twitter
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