Australian Internet Providers

Since 2010, we’ve been helping Australian customers make better-informed choices on their telco plans and services. 

We help customers compare leading internet providers, and feature a wide range of internet plans in our extensive database. 

Our internet comparison platform simplifies how you shop around for an internet plan, giving you a clear and concise view of how one plan compares to the other in just minutes. 

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10MATES

10MATES is a family-owned and run Australian telco operating out of Victoria. 10MATES offers a small suite of NBN and mobile phone plans. The main selling point of 10MATES NBN plans is the option to choose between Zero Frills or Performance Plus options. The Zero Frills plans are designed for people who want better value without extra inclusions. Performance Plus plans are available on NBN 25, NBN 50 and NBN 100 speeds and provide extra tech support, a $0 connection fee, anti-virus software and more. 

Pros

• Customers can choose from budget-friendly or specialised plan options
• No lock-in contracts on Performance Plus plans
• Rewards Club available to customers on the Performance plans.

Cons

• Doesn’t offer speeds above 250Mbps
• All plans are BYO-modem
• No Frills plans come with a minimum term of two months and an early termination fee.

Activ8me

Activ8me — a smaller Melbourne-based company — is known for its focus on offering communications solutions to remote areas in Australia. Customers will find a range of internet plans across a variety of technologies including NBN fibre, NBN Sky Muster satellite, NBN fixed wireless and OptiComm fibre plans. Activ8me offers its fibre NBN plans on the NBN 50, NBN 100/20, NBN 500 and NBN 750 speeds with options of 100GB, 250GB and unlimited data. 

Pros

• No excess data charges if you exceed your allocated data, download speeds will simply slow down
• Offers a range of plans across different internet connection types
• Customers can add a modem to their plans or BYO.

Cons

• Not all speed tiers available
• Modems must be paid for in full upfront and cannot be included in your monthly payments
• Data-capped plans (e.g. 100GB) relatively high in price compared to unlimited plans from other providers. 

AGL

While you may know AGL more for its energy services, the former Australian Gas and Lighting Company has been offering home internet services since 2020. AGL’s suite of internet plans offers speeds on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500 and NBN 1000 speed tiers and customers can choose to BYO modem or add one to their plan. AGL customers receive discounts when they bundle energy and internet plans, which can be a great if customers want the same provider for both utilities. 

Pros

• Decent sign up credits or bonuses are often offered to new customers
• Customers can bundle internet and energy plans to receive discounts
• No lock-in contracts.

Cons

• Prices are typically more expensive than smaller providers, especially without energy bundling discounts
• Not all NBN speed tiers available
• Paper bill and late payment fees may apply.

Amaysim

Amaysim may be more well-known as a competitively priced prepaid mobile provider, however it now offers a range of NBN plans after relaunching home NBN services in 2024. Amaysim offers NBN plans on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500, NBN 750 and NBN 1000 speed tiers, excluding only the slowest and fastest tiers. All of Amaysim’s NBN plans are month-to-month with no lock-in contracts and come with unlimited data. It also offers a small selection of data-only SIM plans that can be used for mobile broadband service.

Pros

• Discounts given when you bundle internet and mobile plans
• Offers both NBN and data-only SIM/mobile broadband services
• Generally well priced compared to other providers.

Cons

• Does not offer modems, customers will have to BYO a compatible modem
• Not all NBN speed tiers offered
• Payments can only be made through direct debit.

Aussie Broadband

Australian-owned and operated Aussie Broadband has been around since 2008, earning a solid reputation for great value and service. Aussie Broadband is a comprehensive telco provider, offering a range of NBN, Opticomm, fixed wireless and mobile broadband plans. It offers a full suite of NBN plans from NBN 12 to NBN 2000, along with its own range of speed plans with extra-fast upload speeds or dedicated NBN plans for seniors or gamers. Aussie Broadband’s standard NBN plans all include unlimited data, no lock-in contracts and the option to BYO modem.

Pros

• One of few providers to offer all NBN speed tiers
• Discounts given when you bundle your internet and mobile plans
• Rare, extra-fast upload speed NBN options may suit households with large usage needs.

Cons

• Modem add on options may be more expensive compared to other providers
• Wide range of plans can seem confusing or overwhelming to choose from
• Declined payment and late payment fees applicable.

Belong

Belong is a Telstra-owned small broadband provider offering monthly NBN and data-only/mobile broadband plans alongside SIM-only mobile plans, with a focus on affordability and value for money. Customers can find internet plans on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500 and NBN 1000 speed tiers. Belong’s NBN plans offer no lock-in contracts, unlimited data and the choice to BYO modem or add one to your plan. 

Pros

• Generous sign up bonuses or refer-a-friend credits often available
• No lock-in contracts, activation fees or exit fees
• eSIM available for mobile broadband plans.

Cons

• Not all speed tiers offered
• No home phone add-ons available
• Modem must be paid for upfront and cannot be added to monthly payments.

Bendigo Telco

While many may not know of Bendigo Telco, the small Australian-owned telco offers a suite of simple, no-nonsense internet plans including NBN fibre, fixed-wireless NBN, mobile broadband and Opticomm. Bendigo Telco’s fibre NBN plans include NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100, NBN 500, NBN 750 and NBN 1000 speeds, while fixed wireless NBN plans are available up to NBN 400. All of Bendigo Telco’s NBN plans come with unlimited data and no lock-in contracts. 

Pros

• Wide range of internet plan types available
• No lock in contracts or early termination fees
• Australian-based human customer service centre.

Cons

• Not all NBN speed tiers available
• Modem add-on options are more expensive compared to other providers
• Prices are more expensive when compared to some other providers.

Buddy Telco

Buddy Telco was launched in 2024 as a no-frills offshoot brand of popular telco, Aussie Broadband. Buddy Telco regards itself as a simple and reliable telco, offering cheaper internet plans compared to its parent company. Customers can find NBN plans offered on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500 and NBN 1000 speed tiers. All of Buddy Telco’s NBN plans have no lock-in contracts, unlimited data and the option to BYO modem or purchase one. 

Pros

• Easy to understand plan structure
• Competitively priced plans
• No early termination or exit fees.

Cons

• Limited customer service hours and no call centre (online chat only)
• Not all speed tiers available
• Modem must be paid for upfront and cannot be added to your monthly plan.

Dodo

Known best for its internet plans, Dodo is actually a fully-rounded utilities provider, offering internet, mobile, electricity and gas plan options. Dodo’s home internet plans are offered on NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500, NBN 750 and NBN 1000 speed tiers and all come with no lock-in contracts, unlimited data and your choice to BYO modem or add one on to your plan. 

Pros

• Discounts offered for customers who bundle with mobile, electricity or gas plans
• BYO modem or add a modem to your plan for an upfront cost or monthly installments over 24 months
• Wide range of speeds offered.

Cons

• Slowest and fastest speed tiers not offered
• Payments must be made using direct debit
• No home phone add-on options available.

Elevate Internet

While not a household name like some other big telcos, Elevate Internet offers a suite of NBN fibre and fixed wireless plans for homes around Australia. Elevate Internet’s NBN plans are offered on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100, NBN 250, NBN 500, NBN 750, NBN 1000 and NBN 2000 speed tiers. All of its internet plans come with unlimited data and no lock-in contracts.

Pros

• NBN 2000 is offered with a choice of 100Mbps, 200Mbps or 500Mbps upload speeds
• No activation or termination fees
• Wide range of NBN download speeds available.

Cons

• Modems can only be purchased upfront if not BYO
• Late payment and select payment type fees apply
• No home phone add-ons available.

EscapeNet

Australian-owned and operated, EscapeNet made its start back in South Australia in the late 1990s and continues to operate out of Adelaide today. EscapeNet offers a suite of NBN, Opticomm, ADSL and 4G data-only plans, as well as cyber security device protection services. All of EscapeNet’s NBN plans come with unlimited data, no exit fees and modem add-on options. Customers can find NBN plans offered on the NBN 12, NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100, NBN 250 and NBN 1000 speeds. 

Pros

• Multiple modem options available or BYO option
• Wide range of internet types on offer
• Additional services include mobile phone plans, home phone add-ons and cyber security.  

Cons

• Not all NBN speed tiers offered
• While there are no exit fees, customers must give 30 days notice of cancelling to avoid charges
• Payment processing and missed payment fees apply.

Exetel

Now owned by Superloop, Exetel started off as a family-owned internet service provider back in 2001. While Exetel had previously offered a range of NBN and other fibre broadband plans, it now offers only one NBN plan on the NBN 500 speed tier, with an optional speed boost.

Pros

• Unique plan style
• Upgrade to NBN 1000 for an additional $1 per day
• Option to pause your plan if you are going away to save $1 per day.

Cons

• Only one speed option available (not available to all connection types)
• No modem add-on options available, customers must BYO
• Credit card payment fees apply.

Flip

Flip has been around in Australia since 2015, originally offering TV services before launching NBN plans. Customers will find NBN plans offered on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500, NBN 750 and NBN 1000 speed tiers. Flip’s main selling point is its designated cheaper plans for seniors, which are offered on the NBN 12, NBN 25, NBN 50 and NBN 100/500 tiers. All of Flip’s internet plans come with no lock-in contracts and unlimited data. 

Pros

• Specific discounted plans for seniors
• Competitively priced plans
• 14-day satisfaction guarantee or get a refund.

Cons

• Not all speed tiers offered (NBN 12 only offered to seniors)
• Late payment, credit card and paper bill charges
• If not BYO, modem must be paid for upfront.

Foxtel

Best known for its movie and TV channel packages, Foxtel also offers a limited home NBN range to bundle with streaming packages. Foxtel offers one NBN plan on the NBN 100/NBN 500 speed tier that has to be bundled with one of the different TV package options. While the NBN plan is month to month and no lock-in contract, the TV bundle is on a 12-month contract. 

Pros

• Multiple TV bundle options to choose from
• Some streaming service subscriptions included
• BYO modem option available.

Cons

• Only one speed tier option
• TV bundle is locked in for a minimum of 12-months
• If not BYO, modem must be paid for upfront with installation fee.

Goodtel

Customers with Goodtel can find a range of NBN plans on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500, NBN 1000 and NBN 2000 speed tiers, all with no lock-in contracts and unlimited data. Goodtel also offers a choice of upload speed tiers for a select range of plans. However, what makes Goodtel different to your run-of-the-mill telcos is that 50% of the profits from your bill will be donated to a charity of your choice, out of a list of charitable partners. 

Pros

• Offers a 14-day risk-free trial with a refund if unhappy
• 50% of profits from your NBN bill are donated to a charity of your choice
• Multiple upload speed options for select plans.

Cons

• Modem fee must be paid up front if not BYO
• More expensive plan fees compared to some other providers
• Debit and credit card payments incur a surcharge.

iiNet

iiNet is one of Australia’s biggest home internet providers as part of the TPG group. Customers will find an almost full suite of NBN plans with speeds offered on the NBN 12 to NBN 1000 speed tiers, only missing NBN 2000. All of iiNet’s NBN plans include no lock-in contracts, unlimited data and the option to BYO a modem or include one with your plan. iiNet also offers a wide range of plans on other internet types including 4G and 5G home internet and other fibre and cable connections.

Pros

• $0 modem if you stay connected to your NBN plan for 24 months or return it in good working order
• Wide range of plan options to choose from
• Choice to add on a home phone plan.

Cons

• Paper bill fees apply
• Amex payment fees apply
• Fee if you do not return the modem within 21 days.

IPrimus

iPrimus has become one of the biggest brands in the Australian internet provider space since its acquisition by the Vocus Group in 2016 (which includes Dodo). While you might not find flashy extras on offer, customers can expect to find a suite of home NBN plans, all with no lock-in contracts, unlimited data and a modem included. iPrimus offers NBN plans on the NBN 50, NBN 100, NBN 500, NBN 750 and NBN 1000 speed tiers. It also offers plans on the Opticomm and RedTrain networks.

Pros

• Modem is free if you stay connected for 18 months
• No activation fees
• Plans on the Opticomm and RedTrain networks also available.

Cons

• Cannot BYO modem
• Not all speed tiers available
• There are no exit fees, but you will be charged a fee for the modem if you leave before 18 months.

Kogan

You may know Kogan as an online market place, but it has been offering home internet services to Australians since 2018. Kogan offers its NBN plans on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500, NBN 750 and NBN 1000 speed tiers all with no lock-in contracts, unlimited data and no set up or termination fees. It also offers a 4G home wireless internet plan, subject to availability at your address. 

Pros

• Earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points by paying your bills
• Kogan Internet Price Pledge will refund you double the difference if you find a better price on the same NBN plan from an approved major provider
• No activation or exit fees.

Cons

• Must BYO modem, cannot add one to your plan
• Not all speed tiers offered
• Payment must be made through direct debit.

Leaptel

While Leaptel might not be the biggest frog in the pond, the Melbourne-based telco offers a wide range of internet plans for customers to choose from. Leaptel’s range includes plans on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100, NBN 250, NBN 500, NBN 750, NBN 1000 and NBN 2000 speed tiers, with a range of different upload speeds available on some plans. All of Leaptel’s NBN plans come with unlimited data, no lock-in contracts or exit fees, an optional home phone line and the option to BYO modem or include one with your plan. Leaptel also offers plans on a range of different internet connections including Opticomm and RedTrain.

Pros

• Multiple upload speeds offered on select plans to best suit different needs
• Most speed tiers offered (excluding NBN 12)
• Modems can be paid upfront or added to your monthly plan (over 12 or 24 months).

Cons

• Prices are more expensive compared to other providers
• Late payment and payment dishonour fees apply
• Payments must be made through direct debit.

MATE

True-blue Aussie telco MATE offers a range of fibre and fixed wireless NBN plans, often with discounts and special offers included. MATE offers its fibre NBN plans across the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500, NBN 750, NBN 1000 and NBN 2000 speed tiers, only missing NBN 12. MATE NBN customers will receive unlimited data, no lock-in contracts, an optional home phone add on and your choice between adding on a modem to your plan or BYO modem.

Pros

• Discounts offered if you bundle internet and mobile plans
• Streaming service subscriptions often included with plans
• Fixed wireless NBN plans available.

Cons

• Not all NBN speed tiers offered
• If not BYO modem, modem cost must be paid upfront
• Credit card, debit card and Amex fees apply.

Mint Telecom

Operating out of Hobart, Mint Telecom has been providing internet services to Aussies since 2015. Mint Telecom’s fibre NBN and fixed wireless NBN plans are offered on a six-month contract basis, meaning if you cancel before the six months is up, you will be subject to early termination fees. Customers can choose between NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500, NBN 750 and NBN 1000 speed tiers for fibre connections, all of which come with unlimited data.  

Pros

• Option to BYO or purchase modem
• Mint Telecom offers 12 months of access to the My241 Rewards Program for discounts on cruises and travel
• Multiple home phone add-on options available.

Cons

• Plans are more expensive compared to other providers
• Not all speed tiers available
• Plans only offered on 6-month contracts with early termination fees.

Moose Mobile

Moose Mobile has made a name for itself as a popular postpaid phone plan provider, but has since expanded into home internet. Moose Mobile offers residential NBN plans on the NBN 12, NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500 speed tiers, skipping the higher speed plan options. All of Moose Mobile’s NBN plans come with unlimited data, no lock-in contracts and no start-up or exit fees. 

Pros

• Option to BYO or purchase a modem
• New customer offers regularly available 
• Mobile services offered in addition to internet.

Cons

• Faster speed tiers not available
• Payments are automatically made on the first of every month
• Modem must be paid upfront and cannot be added to monthly plan.

More Telecom

Based out of South Melbourne, More Telecom launched in 2013, offering home and business internet services. More Telecom has since expanded into the mobile space, but continues to offer fibre NBN, fixed wireless NBN and mobile broadband plans. Its fibre NBN plans include the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500 and NBN 1000 speed tiers. All of More Telecom’s NBN plans come with no lock-in contracts, unlimited data and 24/7 technical support. 

Pros

• Discounts for CommBank customers
• Offers fibre and fixed wireless NBN along with 5G mobile broadband
• Option to BYO or purchase modem.

Cons

• If not BYO, modem must be paid for upfront and cannot be added to your plan
• Late, bounced and non-direct debit payment fees apply
• Not all NBN speed tiers available.

MyOwn Tel

MyOwn Tel has been offering home internet services for almost 15 years, priding itself on being a 'true blue' Aussie provider. MyOwn Tel’s NBN plans are offered with NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100, NBN 250, NBN 500, NBN 750, NBN 1000 and NBN 2000 speeds. On most of MyOwn Tel’s high speed tier plans, customers can also opt for a higher upload speed. Customers will also receive unlimited data and the choice of 12-month or month-to-month plan terms. Plans are also available on other networks including Opticomm and Vision Network.

Pros

• Multiple upload speed offered on select plans to best suit different needs
• Free modem if you choose a 12-month plan
• Most speed tiers available (excluding NBN 12).

Cons

• Prices are slightly more expensive compared to some other providers
• If choosing a month-to-month plan and not BYO, modem must be paid upfront
• Debit card, credit card and Amex payment fees apply.

Optus

Optus is one Australia’s biggest broadband providers. Customers have access to more internet types, extras and add-ons with Optus when compared to smaller telcos, like Optus’ SubHub subscription service bundling. Optus’ NBN plans are offered on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500 and NBN 1000 speed tiers, all of which come with no exit fees and unlimited data. Optus also gives customers the option to BYO or purchase a modem, which is free if you stay connected for 24 months. In addition to its NBN range, Optus offers both 4G and 5G home internet along with mobile broadband plans.

Pros

• Wide range of internet types available
• Save on streaming with Optus SubHub subscription bundling
• Discounts for bundling multiple services.

Cons

• More expensive plans when compared to other providers
• Modem fees apply if you cancel your plan before 24 months
• Payments must be made through direct debit.

Origin Energy

Better known for its electricity and gas plans, Origin Energy also offers home internet options for those wanting an all-rounded utilities provider. Origin’s NBN plans are offered on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100, NBN 500, NBN 750 and NBN 1000 speed tiers. Customers who sign up for one of Origin’s NBN plans can choose to BYO modem or add one to their plan, which is free if you stay connected for 24 months. Plans are also offered on the Opticomm network. Customers can also receive Everyday Rewards points simply by signing up. 

Pros

• Plans offered on both NBN and Opticomm
• Partnership with Everyday Rewards earns you points when paying your bill
• Discounts offered when you bundle internet with an energy plan.

Cons

• Plans are generally more expensive compared to other providers
• Not all speed tiers available
• Debit card, credit card and Amex payment type fees apply.

Pennytel

Although Pennytel may not be a household name, it has been offering internet and mobile services to Aussies since 2007. Pennytel’s range includes fibre NBN plans on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100, NBN 250, NBN 500 and NBN 1000 speed tiers, as well as high upload speed options for select plans. A range of fixed wireless NBN plans are also available. While you might not find flashy extras with Pennytel, customers will get no lock-in contracts, unlimited data and a wide range of plan options. 

Pros

• Static IP available on all plans
• Higher upload speed options available on select plans
• Sign up discounts often available.

Cons

• If not BYO, modem must be paid for upfront
• Payments must be made on the 28th of every month
• Fees for payment methods other than direct debit and late payment apply.

Southern Phone

Southern Phone is an Australian telco that has been operating since 2022, but became a subsidiary of AGL in 2019. Customers can find a range of home internet plan types including NBN options on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500 and NBN 1000 speed tiers. All of Southern Phone’s NBN plans come standard with unlimited data, no start-up or exit fees and are offered on a month-to-month basis. Southern Phone also offers a range of satellite Sky Muster NBN plans.

Pros

• BYO modem or choose to buy upfront or add one to your plan over 12 or 24 months
• Both NBN fibre and satellite plans available
• Pricing is generally competitive.

Cons

• Not all speed tiers offered
• Late payment fees apply
• Paper bill fees apply.

SpinTel

An Australian telco which offers both mobile phone services and fixed-line home broadband, SpinTel was founded in Sydney back in 1996. It provides fibre NBN internet connections on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500, NBN 750 and NBN 1000 speed tiers with the option to BYO modem or pay for a new modem upfront. You can add on a home phone line and there are also no lock-in contracts and no start up or exit fees. SpinTel also offers a range of mobile broadband and 5G home internet plans.

Pros

• Discounts offered for bundling select internet and mobile plans
• NBN, 5G home internet and mobile broadband plans available
• Optional home phone plan add-ons.

Cons

• If not BYO, modems must be paid upfront
• Not all speed tiers available
• Credit card payment fees apply.

Superloop

While still considered a smaller telco, Superloop has been operating in Australia for over a decade and now owns Exetel. Superloop offers a range of home NBN plans over the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100, NBN 250, NBN 500, NBN 750, NBN 1000 and NBN 2000 speed tiers. All of Superloop’s NBN plans include unlimited data, no lock-in contracts and no sign-up or exit fees. Superloop also offers fixed wireless plans along with a range of fibre internet plans using its own network.

Pros

• High upload speed options on select plans
• Plans available on fibre NBN, fixed wireless and its own fibre network
• Speed Boost allows you to increase your internet speed for 24 hours free on select plans.

Cons

• Failed payment fees apply
• Credit card surcharges apply
• 30-day cancellation period applies.

Swoop

Swoop is a proudly Australian-owned and operated internet service provider, starting operations in the 1990s in regional Victoria. Swoop offers plans on the majority of speed tiers, including NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500, NBN 750 and NBN 1000. All of Swoop’s NBN plans come with unlimited data, no lock-in contract, no activation or termination fees and the choice to BYO modem or pay for one upfront. Opticomm and fixed wireless plans are also available.

Pros

• Unlimited refer-a-friend discounts
• Plans offered on NBN, fixed wireless and Opticomm connections
• Sign-up discounts offered.

Cons

• Not all speed tiers available
• If not BYO, modem must be paid for upfront
• Late payment fees apply.

Tangerine

Tangerine Telecom started back in 2013 and is the sister company to More Telecom. Tangerine offers unlimited data fibre NBN plans on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500 and NBN 1000 speed tiers. There are no contracts and no setup fees, and if you need a modem you can add one on to your plan upfront. Fixed wireless NBN plans and 5G mobile broadband plans are also available.

Pros

• Discounts if you bundle your internet plan with a mobile plan
• New customer discounts typically last for at least six months
• Mobile broadband, fibre NBN and fixed wireless NBN plans available.

Cons

• Late payment, bounced payment and paper bill fees apply
• Visa, Mastercard, Amex and PayPal payment type fees apply
• Not all speed tiers available.

TeleChoice

TeleChoice has been operating in Australia for over two decades, and now offers a basic suite of mobile and NBN plans for residential customers. All NBN plans are available month-to-month with no lock-in contracts, and you’ll have a choice between the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100 and NBN 250 speed tiers. All plans include unlimited data, home phone packs add-ons and the option to BYO or add a modem

Pros

• Discounts for bundling mobile and internet plans
• Unlimited data
• Home phone add-ons available.

Cons

• Prices are typically more expensive than competitors
• Limited speed options available
• If not BYO, modem must be paid for upfront.

Telstra

Before becoming one of Australia’s biggest telcos, Telstra actually started back in 1901 where it managed Australia's postal and telecom services. Telstra is the largest NBN provider, offering plans on the NBN 12, NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500, NBN 750 and NBN 1000 speed tiers. All of Telstra’s NBN plans come with unlimited data, no lock-in contracts and the option to BYO modem or add a modem and home phone bundle to your plan. Telstra also offers a range of other internet plans including 5G home internet, mobile broadband and satellite (via Starlink).  

Pros

• Wide range of speed tier options to choose from
• Different internet types on offer including NBN and 5G home internet
• Access to the Telstra Plus rewards program.

Cons

• Plan prices are some of the most expensive on the NBN market
• NBN 2000 not available
• If you cancel before 24 months and have a Telstra modem, you will need to return it or pay a large modem non-return fee.

TPG

TPG is part of the TPG Telecom group, which is the second largest NBN provider in Australia. TPG offers a simple suite of NBN plans on the NBN 12, NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500, NBN 750 and NBN 1000 speed tiers. All of TPG’s plans come with no lock-in contracts, unlimited data and the option to BYO hardware or purchase a modem. It also offers 4G home internet and 5G home internet plans, along with plans on its own fibre network.

Pros

• Competitor price beat guarantee for your first 12 months
• Wide range of internet types available
• Multiple call pack options for those with home phones.

Cons

• 5G home internet plans are only available with capped speeds
• If not BYO, modem must be paid for upfront
• 30-day notice required for cancellation.

Vodafone

Vodafone — which is also part of the TPG Telecom group — was the last of the ‘Big 3’ telcos to launch NBN plans, but its prices are generally more competitive compared to Telstra and Optus. Vodafone’s NBN plans are offered on the NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100/NBN 500, NBN 750 and NBN 1000 speed tiers. Plans include unlimited data, no lock-in contracts and the option to BYO or get a free modem if they stay connected for 24 months. Vodafone also offers a range of 5G home internet plans.

Pros

• Discounts when you bundle mobile and internet plans
• 30-day network satisfaction guarantee
• Wide range of speed tier options to choose from.

Cons

• 5G home internet plans all have speed caps
• Paper bill fees apply
• Mastercard, VISA and Amex payment fees apply.

Australian owned internet providers 2026

Below is a quick guide to which internet providers are actually Australian owned.

Source: Respective retailers, February 2026.

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