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Looking to boost your internet speeds to a whole new level? It's time to consider one of the best NBN 250 plans.

With most 'superfast' plans advertising a theoretical maximum of 250Mbps during busy evening hours, finding the best NBN plan to suit your internet needs is no easy task. However, if you have the right connection type to support a superfast plan (e.g., FTTP or HFC connections), we've noticed a significant drop in the prices of NBN 250 plans, making them a cost-effective choice compared to an average NBN 100 plan.

Some NBN providers may reach only 240Mbps, while others reach a maximum of 200Mbps during busy evening hours. With such big discrepancies in potential speeds you can achieve, shopping around and understanding the plan that you’re signing up for is paramount. If you find a plan advertising typical evening speeds of around 240Mbps, we'd recommend it, as a 10Mbps difference is unlikely to have as much of a real-world effect as a 50Mbps difference between 250Mbps and 200Mbps.

We’ve taken speed differences, hidden fees and more into account, as we round up the best NBN 250 plans currently available below. If you’re looking for more ways to save on your monthly internet bill, you can check out our cheap NBN plans guide too.

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Optus | AU$84p/m

Optus | AU$84p/m (for 6 months then AU$119p/m)

This Optus offering is one of the best we've seen from the big three telcos in some time. With the current introductory offer, you’ll save AU$180 over the first six months of your plan — which is pretty phenomenal for Optus — before the price increases.

The plan's minimum cost is AU$395, as it includes the modem; however, you won't pay any additional fees for the modem if you remain connected for 36 months or more. If you disconnect your service, you’ll pay an AU$8.50 monthly fee for any remaining time.

Total minimum cost: AU$395 (including modem) | Total first year cost: AU$1,218 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,428

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Dodo | AU$83.90p/m

Dodo | AU$83.90p/m (for 12 months, then AU$98.90p/m)

Using the data provided through our partnership with WhistleOut, Dodo offers one of the most attractive NBN 250 plans right now. This current introductory offer slashes AU$15 off the first 12 months — that's AU$180 — before the price increases.

Like other 250Mbps plans, Dodo's deal is only available for customers with FTTP and HFC connection types.

Total minimum cost: AU$83.90 | Total first year cost: AU$1,006.80 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,186.80

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Cheapest NBN 250 plan

SpinTel | AU$80p/m

SpinTel | AU$80p/m

Advertising 240Mbps download speeds during the typical evening hours, this SpinTel deal has slashed its introductory outlay completely, now AU$80p/m ongoing. The plan now provides pretty incredible value compared to other providers, as one of the cheapest NBN 250 plans, priced under the monthly average of AU$105.66 for the tier.

Do note, though, that this SpinTel plan is only available for addresses with FTTP and HFC connections.

Total minimum cost: AU$80 | Total yearly cost: AU$960

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TPG | AU$79.99p/m

TPG | AU$79.99p/m (for 6 months, then AU$99.99p/m)

While it's not the cheapest option for a superfast plan, TPG's 250Mbps plan does deserve a mention for its incredible introductory offer.

Knocking AU$20p/m off the first 6 months, you'll save AU$120 before the price increases. For a big three deal, this one is hard to miss.

Total minimum cost: AU$79.99 | Total cost of first 12 months: AU$1,079.88 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,199.88

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NBN 250 FAQ

How fast is NBN 250?

NBN 250 plans offer a maximum download speed of 250Mbps. Most NBN providers in Australia advertise maximum speeds; however, some claim anywhere from 200Mbps up to 245Mbps. If you're keen for full speeds, we'd suggest shopping around for a provider that'll supply them for a good rate.

Can I get NBN 250?

Not everyone in Australia will be able to sign up for an NBN 250 plan. In order to access the superfast speeds, you will need to have either a fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) or hybrid fibre coaxial (HFC) connection type at your property.

However, you will need to pay close attention to which connection(s) each individual internet service provider supports, as some will only support a 250Mbps plan on an FTTP connection, but not HFC.

How much is an NBN 250 plan?

The cost of NBN 250 plans varies rather dramatically. The cheapest NBN 250 plan, as we mentioned further up this page, comes from Flip, with prices starting at AU$84p/m. But, the major telcos such as Aussie Broadband and Telstra charge AU$129 and AU$135 per month, respectively, for their NBN 250 plans, after any introductory discounts.

According to our research, the average monthly cost of an NBN 250 plan is AU$105.66 per month.

Lucy Scotting
Lucy Scotting
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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.

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