We haven’t just rounded up the list of the top 10 internet providers. We’ve done you one better by highlighting their most popular plans on Finder too.
Want reliable speeds. According to the ACCC’s latest Broadband Performance Report, Dodo achieved 102.4% of its advertised download speeds during the peak evening hours (7–11pm). This means it slightly outperformed what it promises customers.
Don't have your own modem and want to spread the cost with a new modem from Dodo over 24 months.
Keep in mind: You’ll need to set up direct debit to make payments, but the good news is there are no additional fees. If you’re on an FTTN, FTTB or FTTC NBN connection, the fastest plan available to you will be NBN 100.
2. TPG - Plenty of choice
TPG offers NBN, home wireless, and broadband plans on its own fibre network, so there's a good chance you'll have at least one option available at your address.
Want to bundle your internet and mobile plans with TPG and get $5 a month off. The bundling offer is available on its medium and large mobile plans.
Would like access to multiple customer support options. You can call at any time and on any day of the week, use the live chat feature on its website, or contact customer support via Facebook.
Want to try home wireless broadband. TPG has a couple of $0 modem offers on its 4G and 5G plans, making it easier to take its plans for a test run.
Keep in mind: Although TPG's plans come with no lock-in contract, you'll need to give a 30-day notice if you decide to switch providers. If you don't have an FTTP or HFC connection, you will not be able to sign up for speeds faster than NBN 100.
3. Exetel - Great for speed reliability
Exetel has scrapped all its NBN plans in favour of what it’s calling the ‘One Plan’. You’ll get really fast speeds at a fairly reasonable price.
It consistently ranks among the top providers in the ACCC Broadband Performance Report, which measures the speed and reliability of Australia’s top 11 internet providers each quarter.
Want reliable speeds. Exetel came second in the ACCC's latest broadband report for speed reliability during peak hours (7pm-11pm). This is when most people are online at once, which can slow down the internet.
Would like the ability to ‘hibernate’ your internet plan while you’re away.
Like the option of ‘Warp Speed’ upgrades to 1GB (1000Mbps) for an extra $1 a day.
Want Refer a Friend perks where you and your friend both get $1 off your monthly bill for as long as you both stick with Exetel.
Keep in mind: You’ll need a FTTP or an HFC NBN connection to sign up to Exetel’s new plan. Simply enter your address on its website to check availability.
4. Superloop - Speed boosts and more
Superloop is a solid option if you're after speed reliability and fast internet.
Want free speed upgrade days. The My Speed Boost feature will temporarily boost your NBN speed for five days each month. You can rollover up to 30 unused.
Like a bundling discount. Superloop takes $5 off your NBN plan when you add a mobile or home phone plan. Add both, and you'll save $7.50 each month.
Want reliable speeds. Superloop came in fifth in the ACCC's latest broadband report for speed reliability during peak hours (7pm–11pm). This is when most people are online at once, which can slow down the internet.
Keep in mind: You will need to stay connected for 36 months to get a modem from Superloop for $0. Secondly, If you don't have an FTTP or HFC connection, you will not be able to sign up for speeds faster than NBN 100.
5. Tangerine - Juicy deals for the first 6 months
Tangerine keeps its NBN plans juicy with 6-month discounts that are usually available throughout the year.
It also received a high commendation in the Top Value NBN Provider category at Finder's 2025 Broadband Customer Satisfaction Awards.
Most popular Tangerine plan on Finder:
Tangerine NBN Speedy Max
500 Mbps Typical evening speed
Unlimited data
$68.90 per month
Black Friday offer: $68.90/mth for first 12 months, then $88.90/mth. Ends 14 Dec 2025. T&Cs apply.
Are keen to bundle mobile and internet with the same provider for a bundling discount. It'll knock off 10% off your mobile plan fees.
Want multiple customer support options via phone call, live chat or WhatsApp.
Would like a home phone line. It costs an additional $10 a month to get it but the option is available.
Keep in mind: There's an additional charge of $3.50 for non-direct debit payments. And, if you’re on an FTTN, FTTB or FTTC NBN connection, the fastest plan available to you will be NBN 100.
6. Optus - Speed reliability and streaming perks
Optus's NBN plans tend to cost more than others on Finder, but you get great speeds and plenty of extra features to match.
Some plans also include a $20 monthly credit you can use on streaming services through Optus SubHub.
Alternatively, it also offers home wireless broadband plans in case you can't get NBN or aren't happy with your connection.
Most popular Optus plan on Finder:
Optus Fast nbn® (NBN 500)
500 Mbps Typical evening speed
Unlimited data
$99 per month
Optus Bundle Bonus: Get $15/month off any internet plan for 12 months when you add to your existing eligible Optus Service. T&Cs apply.
Want a $350 Visa gift card when you sign up to Optus NBN through Finder.
Are after fast and reliable NBN. Optus came in fourth out of 11 providers in the ACCC's quarterly Broadband Performance Report. The report measures download speed reliability during peak hours (7pm–11pm). This is when most people are online, which can cause network congestion.
Want a modem with 4G backup. This can be handy during an NBN outage.
Keep in mind: If you don't have an FTTP or HFC connection, you will not be able to sign up for speeds faster than NBN 100. The cost of a modem from Optus will be $0 if you stay connected for 24 months on NBN or 36 months on its home wireless broadband plan. If you leave early, you'll need to pay off the remaining cost of the modem.
Either bring your own modem or grab one for $74.50 only with Southern Phone's 50% off discount.
Appreciate the fact that it was highly commended across multiple categories in the 2025 Finder Product Awards: Best NBN Provider for Everyday Use, Best Budget NBN Provider and Best NBN Provider for Superfast Speeds.
Want access to both phone and live chat support.
Are environmentally conscious and want carbon neutral broadband without paying extra.
Keep in mind: Most of Southern Phone's internet plans are month-to-month, but mobile broadband requires a 12-month contract. Home wireless broadband comes with a free modem if you stay connected for 24 months. Leaving early costs $8.75 per month times the number of months remaining.
8. iiNet - Choices galore
iiNet doesn't really need an introduction. It's pretty well-established in the internet space.
What you might not know is that, in addition to NBN plans, iiNet also offers home wireless broadband and has its own fibre network, which could be available in your area.
Simply pop in your address on its website to find out.
Most popular iiNet plan on Finder:
iiNet 5G Home Broadband Plus
50 Mbps Typical evening speed
Unlimited data
$39.99 per month
for 6 months
Special offer - $39.99/mth for first 6 months, then $59.99/mth. T&Cs apply.
Appreciate the fact that it won Best Wireless Broadband Provider at Finder's 2025 Product Awards.
Are keen to try home wireless broadband without paying a hefty price. There's no lock-in contract so you can leave whenever you want. You'll just need to return the modem when you cancel the plan.
Want optional add-ons such as local or international call packs.
Would like a $5 a month bundling discount by signing up with iiNet for mobile and internet.
Keep in mind: You can get a modem for $0 if you stay connected for 24 months (NBN) or 36 months (home wireless broadband). If you cancel early, you’ll need to return the modem within 21 days or pay out the remaining cost.
9. Belong - Telstra’s cheaper sub-brand
Belong is owned by Telstra, which means you get Telstra-level cybersecurity without the big price tag.
On their own, you get competitively priced NBN plans with unlimited data, no lock-in contract, and the option to bring your own modem.
Most popular Belong plan on Finder:
Belong NBN Premium
100 Mbps Typical evening speed
Unlimited data
$75 per month
for 6 months
$75/mth for first 6 months, then $95/mth. Ends 21 Dec 2025. T&Cs apply.
Want a no-frills NBN plan with speed options for 1-2 people, all the way up to ultra-fast internet suitable for very heavy use or up to 9 people.
Like the option of getting an $80 SIM card with your new NBN connection.
Would like a $20 credit when you refer a friend to Belong.
Keep in mind: Belong notes that its Premium (NBN 100) plan might not be available on all FTTN, FTTB, or FTTC connections, even though these connections can theoretically support speeds up to NBN 100.
10. Kogan - Get Qantas Frequent Flyer points on your NBN
Outside of shopping deals, Kogan also offers a set of NBN plans with the unique perk of earning 1 Qantas Frequent Flyer point for every $2 spent.
Most popular Kogan plan on Finder:
Kogan NBN Silver
50 Mbps Typical evening speed
Unlimited data
$60.90 per month
for 6 months
$60.90/mth for first 6 months, then $80.90/mth. Plus get a $50 Kogan.com credit (ends 7 Dec 2025). T&Cs apply.
Want affordable internet even after the discounted price runs out.
Already own a compatible modem and want to BYO when switching over to Kogan.
Keep in mind: There's no online account management - you'll need to call customer support for everything.
How we chose the 10 best internet providers in Australia
To find the top 10 best internet service providers, we look at the total number of clicks by Finder users over the last month. This includes providers that offer plans on multiple connection types including NBN and home wireless broadband.
Keep in mind that the providers on this list are Finder partners, which means we may be paid if you click links to partner websites. Find out more about how we make money.
We're still editorially independent, and in our breakdown of these providers and their plans, we'll be upfront about any sneaky terms and conditions we think you should know about.
How many internet providers are there in Australia?
There are dozens of internet service providers in Australia offering NBN, satellite, home wireless and mobile broadband plans in Australia.
While we try our best to compare as many internet providers as possible, we may not cover some of the smaller regional operators.
Here's a look at the list of all the ones we do compare:
How do I know I've picked the best internet provider?
There are a bunch of factors to consider before signing up for a new provider, including the following:
Price
If you're new to a provider, see if you can score any introductory deals. Common deals with NBN plans are a discounted price for 3–6 months, while home wireless plans often come with the first month for free. Just remember to keep note of when the promotional period runs out, so you don't end up paying more than you want to.
Speed
The NBN speed you need will depend on how many people are in your household and how intensely you use the internet. Most 2–3 person households will find NBN 50 sufficient, though larger households or those working from home may prefer NBN 100.
Customer service
Depending on your previous experiences, customer service can be a make-it or break-it factor when comparing plans. If you're sick of playing phone tag or only having the option to live chat, you might prefer an internet provider with an Australian-based call centre.
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Hi John,
You can enter your address here to see if you can get the NBN and what plans are available to you: https://www.finder.com.au/broadband-plans/nbn-tracker
From there, you can select the one that best suits your needs.
Hope this helps.
JohnOctober 19, 2023
We bought a building block which did not have the nbn connected. Can I now get it connected and how much would it cost.
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MarkOctober 23, 2023Finder
Hi John,
As you don’t have the NBN connected at your block, you would likely face a $300 one-off new development fee. This would be passed on to you by the NBN provider that you choose.
You can compare NBN plans here to see what suits your needs: https://www.finder.com.au/broadband-plans/nbn
And when you’ve contacted the provider of your choice, they will inform you if you can get the NBN connected at your block and if any additional work is required and how much this would cost on top of the regular monthly NBN plan.
Hope this helps.
Looking for a contract-free NBN plan that lets you switch anytime? We’ve curated all available options - just choose the speed and price that work for you.
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Hi, can’t find a review for Skymesh. Please help.
Hi Jenn, Here’s our page on Skymesh. Hope this helps!
need to compare opticom broadband can someone help pls?
Hi Noel, you can compare Opticomm broadband plans here: https://www.finder.com.au/broadband-plans/what-is-opticomm. Hope this helps.
I’d like to get the nbn on
Hi John,
You can enter your address here to see if you can get the NBN and what plans are available to you: https://www.finder.com.au/broadband-plans/nbn-tracker
From there, you can select the one that best suits your needs.
Hope this helps.
We bought a building block which did not have the nbn connected. Can I now get it connected and how much would it cost.
Hi John,
As you don’t have the NBN connected at your block, you would likely face a $300 one-off new development fee. This would be passed on to you by the NBN provider that you choose.
You can compare NBN plans here to see what suits your needs: https://www.finder.com.au/broadband-plans/nbn
And when you’ve contacted the provider of your choice, they will inform you if you can get the NBN connected at your block and if any additional work is required and how much this would cost on top of the regular monthly NBN plan.
Hope this helps.