Best NBN deals in Australia August 2025

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Some of the top NBN plans in Australia offer cost-effective options for homes and businesses to connect online. However, finding the right plan for you might require careful thought, especially when hidden fees, extra setup costs, and customer service quality are involved.

Here at Tom's Guide, we value transparency in our guides to finding home internet deals. Every month, we conduct a deep dive into the best NBN deals, providers and more, so you can get the most out of your hard-earned cash, without compromising on stellar service or hyperfast speeds.

We compare top plans from telcos nationwide, including the big three (Optus, TPG, and Telstra) and smaller, privately owned telcos. We also investigate the different speed tiers, so if you're constantly exceeding your NBN 100 download speeds, or want to cut back to an NBN 25 or 50 plan, there's sure to be a great deal right up your alley.

ISPs often offer a standard six-month discount for new customers, and sometimes, (yet very rarely), they may offer a 12-month discount. So switching NBN plans could lead you to a much better deal, especially if you shop around.

In this comprehensive guide, we've split the best deals by NBN speed so you can easily search for your preferred speed tier. Follow the quick links to jump ahead, or learn more about choosing an NBN plan in our FAQ section.

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Lucy Scotting

Meet Lucy - Tom's Guide Australia's resident expert in all things internet and NBN plans. She curates this page every month with the best NBN deals from Australia's top providers. She loves to keep tabs on all the NBN speed data and pricing research so you don't have to!

Best NBN 25 deals

Best for 1-2 person households

Flip | AU$39p/m (for 6 months, then AU$59.90p/m)

Flip's Premium NBN 25 plan is one of the cheapest plans on the market — and now, thanks to a WhistleOut exclusive deal, it's got a nice discount on top. The plan has been slashed by AU$20.90p/m for the first six months — that's AU$125.40 total — before the price increases.

With typical evening speeds of up to 25Mbps, this plan is ideal for low usage, including HD streaming for one device, social media and some online gaming. Flip was also recognised as Mozo's 2024 Broadband Provider of the Year, for providing excellent value and exceptional service.

Total minimum cost: AU$39 | Total first year cost: AU$593.40 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$718.80

Best NBN 50 deals

Perfect for up to 4 users, HD streaming and seamless video calls

Tangerine | AU$61.90p/m (for 6 months, then $84.90p/m)

Right now, fruity provider, Tangerine, has one of the cheapest NBN 50 offerings. You'll save AU$23 a month over your first six months — that’s AU$138 total — before the price increases to AU$84.90p/m. Plus, you'll score a free 3-month subscription to Aussie streaming service, Binge.

Tangerine is also currently offering a referral bonus of AU$50 if you refer someone to the service, so you’ll both get AU$25 credit towards your monthly NBN bills.

Total minimum cost: AU$61.90 | Total first year cost: AU$880.80 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,018.80

Superloop | AU$65p/m (for 6 months, then AU$85p/m)

At the outset, Superloop's Extra-value NBN 50 introductory price is a bit inflated compared to other providers; however, the telco's ongoing cost is around the same as other providers.

Superloop offers some great perks and extras that'll give you the most bang for your buck. Notably, Superloop customers receive five free Speed Boost days per month, which allows you to bump up your download speed to the next speed tier of 100Mbps. Any unused days roll over, and you can bank up to 30 days.

Total minimum cost: AU$65 | Total first year cost: AU$900 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,020

Best NBN 100 deals

Great choice for larger families and households with high usage

Mate | AU$66p/m using code FUTURE30 (for 6 months, then AU$96p/m)

Mate’s No Worries NBN 100 plan deserves a mention, not only as one of the cheapest NBN 100 plans but also for its customer service, as per its numerous positive ratings on Product Review.

You’ll save AU$30 a month for the first six months of your plan, and there’s no setup, exit or plan change fees either, which is a notable win in our book.

Total minimum cost: AU$66 | Total first year cost: AU$972 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,152

SpinTel | AU$76p/m (for 6 months, then AU$86.95p/m)

SpinTel features again in our NBN 100 category, as it offers sensational value for a low cost. Across all NBN 100 plans, the offering has a first-year price of a modest AU$977.70 and one of the cheapest ongoing costs after the introductory discount ends.

There’s little in the way of extra features with this plan – which will likely go some way to explaining the low cost – but if you’re just searching for a no-frills NBN plan to get you connected, SpinTel is well worth your attention.

Total minimum cost: AU$76 | Total first year cost: AU$977.70 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,043.40

Buddy Telco | AU$0 using code FIRSTMONTHFREE (for 1 month, then AU$85p/m)

Buddy Telco makes the list for its NBN 100 plan, thanks to its first month free offer. Typically costing AU$1,020 per ongoing year, you'll save AU$85 during the first 30 days of your plan.

As Aussie Broadband's budget offshoot, there's no better time to try ABB's premium network at a lesser cost. Do note, though, Buddy's ongoing monthly rate is more expensive, so if you want to maximise your savings, we'd suggest signing up for a similar plan, like SpinTel's, above.

Total minimum cost: AU$0 | Total first year cost: AU$935 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,020

Best NBN 250 deals

Perfect for gamers, streamers, and doing almost anything online

Dodo | AU$74.99p/m (for 6 months, then AU$99.99p/m)

Dodo's Superfast plan savings do come in at AU$150 for the first six months, which is no surprise here. But what's mighty impressive about this offer is that its ongoing rate is well under the average of AU$106.93 for the tier.

And it only costs AU$1,199.88 per ongoing year after the discount ends. We find this fee to be relatively modest, especially when compared to competitors' exorbitant costs, like Telstra's AU$1,560 or Optus' AU$1,428 yearly rates.

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

Total minimum cost: AU$74.99 | Total first year cost: AU$1,049.88 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,199.88

Superloop | AU$85p/m (for 6 months, then AU$99p/m)

Advertising theoretical maximum speeds of 250Mbps during the evening hours, Superloop's NBN 250 plan is down to just AU$85p/m for the first 6 months. This AU$14p/m discount makes it one of the cheapest superfast offerings, with plans averaging AU$106.93p/m. This plan also packs supercharged upload speeds of 85Mbps, which is above the average of 25Mbps on the tier.

You can also boost your speeds to ultrafast heights if you like, by using the five free Speed Boost days every month. And like most NBN 250 plans, this deal is only available to those with FTTP or HFC connection types.

Total minimum cost: AU$85 | Total first year cost: AU$1,104 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,188

Best NBN 1000 deals

It’s the fastest NBN speed available, but only for customers with a FTTP and select HFC connections.

Tangerine | AU$68.90p/m (for 6 months, then AU$88.90p/m)

Entering the NBN 500 territory ahead of the rest, Tangerine joins the likes of SpinTel and Exetel in promoting the new speed tier ahead of the September 14 launch date.

Clocking in at 700Mbps maximum speeds during the evening hours, this plan is by far one of the cheapest and speediest on offer right now. Slicing AU$20p/m off the first 6 months — that's AU$120 total — before the price increases, this plan is hard to beat.

Total minimum cost: AU$68.90 | Total first year cost: AU$946.80 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,066.80

Exetel | AU$80p/m

Exetel's One plan (a.k.a. its only plan) advertises massive speeds of 500Mbps download and 40Mbps upload during typical evening hours. If you're a heavy internet user, gamer or streamer, Exetel's plan should offer plenty of download bandwidth and no interruptions.

Typically, introductory offers are the factor that prompts us to recommend one NBN plan over another. But the low ongoing rate undercuts most NBN 100 plans by five times the speed, and still comes in at a total yearly cost under AU$1,000.

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

Superloop | AU$85p/m (for 6 months, then AU$109p/m)

Right now, Superloop's gigabit plan has been slashed by a massive AU$24p/m over the first six months, offering a nice AU$144 discount.

Advertising lightning-fast speeds of 860Mbps in the busy evening hours, Superloop's speed claims are some of the fastest available on the tier, coming in just behind Flip's 900Mbps, Swoop's 890Mbps and Buddy Telco's 875Mbps.

This deal offers incredible value for money, as the AU$85p/m cost is far cheaper than some of the major telco’s 50Mbps plans — and delivers 17.2 times the maximum speeds. If you need all the megabits, Superloop's got ‘em.

Total minimum cost: AU$85 | Total first year cost: AU$1,164 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,308

NBN FAQ

What NBN do I have?

If you’re unsure what type of NBN connection you have, there's two ways of checking. You can check your address on the NBN Co website, or go to any telco’s NBN page, where you’ll be prompted to enter your address to see what’s available to you.

The important thing to note is that the connection type that is available at your address is largely out of your control. NBN Co has announced it is upgrading select suburbs in the network to full fibre – you can find a list of the announced suburbs here.

Does NBN need a special modem?

You will need a compatible modem to connect to the NBN, and your NBN provider can provide this to you. It often comes at an additional upfront cost, while other telcos will let you keep the modem for free if you stay connected for a predetermined amount of time. Many internet providers will also allow you to bring your own modem to the service, but we recommend checking compatibility with your chosen provider when you first sign up.

Are NBN plans unlimited?

The vast majority of NBN plans do come with unlimited data, though there are some occasional exceptions. In these cases, telcos should clearly signpost when specific NBN plans come with a capped amount of data, so do read thoroughly before signing up. With competitive pricing in all speed tiers, unlimited data NBN plans offer far better value for money for most people, so only choose a capped plan if you’re certain it meets your needs.

What NBN speed should I get?

Deciding what NBN speed you want can be tricky, but the answer largely depends on how many people are living in your household and what their level of usage is. Here, we break down each NBN speed tier:

NBN 12 (Basic 1):

An NBN 12 plan will only get you 12Mbps of download speed and 1Mbps of upload. In general, we wouldn’t recommend signing up for this tier unless you’re only using it for email and light browsing – streaming will struggle.

NBN 25 (Basic II):

The NBN 25 tier gets you 25Mbps of download and 5Mbps of upload. It’ll suit a one- or two-person household best, and will allow you to use the internet at the same time, and stream video in HD.

NBN 50 (Standard):

An NBN 50 plan provides up to 50Mbps download and 20Mbps upload, and is best for households with 2 to 4 users. Its download speed will allow multiple people to stream in HD at the same time, play games online and have smooth video calls.

NBN 100 (Fast):

You’ll often see these plans referred to as either NBN 100/20 or NBN 100/40, and that’s because they have download speeds of up to 100Mbps, and an upload speed of either 20Mbps or 40Mbps, depending on the plan. They suit large households best, with room for five or more people, some 4K streaming, online gaming and big file downloads.

NBN 250 (Superfast):

With download speeds of up to 250Mbps and upload speeds of 25Mbps, an NBN 250 plan will allow you to do almost anything online, such as streaming multiple videos in 4K, downloading large files faster and online gaming without lag. Do note though, only fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) and hybrid fibre coaxial (HFC) connections can sign up.

NBN 1000 (Ultrafast):

The NBN 1000 tier is the fastest consumer speed available, coming with downloads of up to 1000Mbps, and uploads of up to 50Mbps. Among the few telcos that offer these plans, there’s quite a difference in typical evening speed: Flip has the highest at 900Mbps, while other providers range between 600Mbps and 850Mbps. Again, this speed is only available to those with FTTP and select HFC connections.

How do I test my NBN speed?

Before you start an NBN speed test, check your plan so you know what speed you should be getting. Once you’re connected to the Wi-Fi network you want to test, go to the website Speedtest, and click start to begin your test.

The test should take no longer than a minute, and once you’ve got your results, compare them to your plan’s advertised download and upload speeds. Don’t worry if it’s not an exact match, but you will want your plan to be close to reaching, or exceeding its reported speeds.

Some external factors such as your NBN connection type can affect the result. For example, if you have a fibre-to-the-node (FTTN) connection, your homes’ distance from the node could play a part in poorer results, particularly if your address is more than 400 metres away from it. Your distance from your home’s modem can also be a factor – you’ll want it to be close to get the best result.

If you find that your plan’s NBN speed isn’t up to scratch, your first port of call should be your NBN provider. Get in touch with your provider’s customer service team to raise your concerns, and if they’re unable to help, consider switching to a different service provider.

Which NBN provider is best?

The best NBN provider for you will vary with your needs, but we recommend SpinTel as the best NBN provider for most people. Over half of all NBN connections are on an NBN 50 plan, and with this in mind, we’re choosing SpinTel because it has the best-value option in the popular tier.

Is NBN 5G?

No, the national broadband network (NBN) and 5G are two separate technology types, though both allow you to connect to the internet. The NBN is government-owned infrastructure that has been rolled out across the country by NBN Co. It uses fibre, and existing copper wire, to connect homes to the NBN. For more rural and remote areas of Australia, NBN Fixed Wireless and Sky Muster satellite are used.

5G infrastructure is owned by the telcos, primarily Telstra and Optus. 5G home internet offers another way for Australians to connect to the internet, though its availability is far behind that of the NBN, with 5G coverage being best in the capital cities. Rather than using fibre or copper to connect you to the internet, 5G connects you over a wireless network.

How can I check for NBN outages?

If your internet isn’t working, you’ll first want to figure out whether it’s just your household experiencing a problem, or if there’s a wider NBN network outage. You can figure this out by going to your internet provider’s service status page, or check NBN Co to see if network maintenance or outages have been reported. You can also check the independent website Down Detector. For more help, see our sister site TechRadar’s comprehensive guide to NBN outages.

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.