Best NBN 1000 plans: top options for Australia’s fastest internet

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The best NBN 1000 plans are the fastest available in the Australian internet landscape, offering the highest speeds possible right now. With maximum downloads of up to 1,000Mbps, the 'ultrafast' tier can turbocharge any FTTP or HFC internet connection.

According to a recent NBN Co update, more than 9 million homes and businesses nationwide can access theoretical speeds up to 1,000Mbps, with more than 10 million premises expected to reach ultrafast heights by the end of 2025. We use the word 'theoretical' here, as real-world speeds can differ, and can be dependent on your location, connection type and your chosen ISP.

At the time of writing, no NBN provider claims to reach the full 1,000Mbps during the typical evening hours of 7pm to 11pm. However, that is largely changing, as two providers, Swoop and Flip, have made a massive speed claim of 900Mbps — the closest we've seen to the magic number so far. Most providers promise to deliver minimum speeds between 600Mbps and 810Mbps, which are still classified as 'ultrafast'.

Only a handful of providers advertise speeds above 650Mbps — including Optus, Superloop and Telstra — so if you have the right connection type and sign up for a 1,000Mbps plan, you can achieve some seriously fast download speeds. But if you’re not sure which NBN 1000 plans are the best, read on to find out.

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Superloop | AU$99p/m (for 6 months, then AU$109p/m)

We've been fans of Superloop for some time now, and what's impressive about this specific NBN plan is that it just underwent a speed bump, increasing from 811Mbps to an astonishing 860Mbps during the busy evening hours. This makes it one of the fastest plans available in Australia right now, coming in third behind Swoop's 900Mbps and Buddy Telco's 875Mbps.

If you have a serious need for speed and an FTTP or HFC connection type, this deal shouldn't be missed.

Total minimum cost: AU$99 | Total first year cost: AU$1,248 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,308

Cheapest NBN 1000 plan

Spintel | AU$90p/m

Spintel's NBN 1000 offering has landed in our top spot as it boasts a massive 860Mbps. If maximising your savings and having ultrafast speeds is your top priority, this plan recently scrapped its introductory offer, reducing to just AU$90/pm ongoing and making it the cheapest NBN 1000 plan to date.

If you need slightly faster speeds, however, you could also consider Buddy's NBN 1000 option for a similar price point and 875Mbps advertised speeds.

Total minimum cost: AU$90 | Total yearly cost: AU$1,080

Mate | AU$90p/m using code FUTURE30 (for 6 months, then AU$120p/m)

Mate's newest offering has just gotten a nice speed bump — and an introductory discount to match. Advertising 831Mbps during the busy evening hours of 7pm to 11pm, this plan is one of the most inexpensive ultrafast plans right now, falling behind SpinTel's desirable offer.

Using our exclusive code FUTURE30, you'll save AU$180 during the first six months with Mate. You'll even get a free subscription to sports streamer, Bein Sports, typically retailing at AU$14.99p/m. What a win.

Total minimum cost: AU$90 | Total first year cost: AU$1,260 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,440

Best fast NBN 1000 plan

Flip | AU$94p/m (for 6 months, then AU$104.90p/m)

Flip's one of my top-rated budget telcos that provides damn good value for less dosh. Right now, there's a nice discount on its NBN 1000 plan, slashing AU$65.40 off the first six months.

Recently, the telco has partnered up with Swoop, so Flip's plans have experienced a slight speed bump as a result. The NBN 1000 plan has skyrocketed to a massive 900Mbps, putting it on par with Swoop and leaving a trail of competitors in its wake. If you're after a no-frills ultrafast plan, this is the one to consider.

Total minimum cost: AU$94 | Total cost for first 12 months: AU$1,193.40 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,258.80

Swoop | AU$119p/m using the code LOVE20 (for 6 months, then AU$139p/m)

Swoop's plan has quite literally hurdled over the likes of Telstra, Superloop and Optus when it comes to speed promises during the evening hours, making it the easiest pick for the best fast NBN 1000 plan.

Advertising an astonishing 900Mbps download speeds during the typical evening hours of 7pm to 11pm, Swoop's Home Ultrafast plan is the joint-fastest internet available in Australia, alongside Flip. That said, the telco has recently dropped a few Mbps down on its speed claims, as it previously noted 975Mbps downloads during the busy evening hours.

Swoop is pretty highly regarded by gamers, remote workers and streamers across NBN Reddit and reviews, with customers raving about speedy connection times and fast, yet effective support. Do note, though, that this plan is only available for FTTP addresses.

Total minimum cost: AU$119 | Total cost of first 12 months: AU$1,548 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,668

NBN 1000 FAQ

Can I get NBN 1000?

NBN 1000 plans are only available on fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) and some hybrid fibre coaxial (HFC) connection types. Be sure to check with your provider of choice if you have an HFC connection, to see if you can sign up to an NBN 1000 plan.

How fast is NBN 1000?

As its name implies, NBN 1000 plans can achieve a theoretical maximum download speed of 1000Mbps. We say 'theoretical' because reaching this maximum speed is pretty tricky. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) publishes average download speed data in its quarterly Broadband Performance report. In the most recent, published in December 2024, the average download speed of NBN 1000 plans was 863.6Mbps across all hours, and 856.8Mbps during busy hours.

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How much does NBN 1000 cost?

NBN 1000 plans may have the potential to offer crazy-fast download speeds, but they come at a cost. The cheapest NBN 1000 plan you can currently get starts at AU$99p/m, but only for six months.

The current average cost of an NBN 1000 plan is AU$119.57p/m.

Lucy Scotting is a digital content writer for Tom’s Guide in Australia, primarily covering NBN and internet-related news. Lucy started her career writing for HR and staffing industry publications, with articles covering emerging tech, business and finance. In her spare time, Lucy can be found watching sci-fi movies, working on her dystopian fiction novel or hanging out with her dog, Fletcher.