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1. Dodo
2. Optus
3. Superloop
4. TPG
5. Exetel
6. Tangerine
7. amaysim
8. Kogan
9. Telstra
10. Belong
Dodo's a solid option for budget-conscious households as it offers frequent discounts to help people save on their internet bills.
Dodo secured a major sweep at the 2026 Finder Broadband Awards, taking out the top spot in four major categories: Budget, Everyday Use, Fast Speeds, and Superfast Speeds.
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How we picked theseWe designed the Finder Score to simplify your search for the best NBN and Home Wireless plans. By analysing hundreds of options from over 40 providers, we evaluate pricing, speeds, data allowances and plan features. Each factor is weighted and combined to generate a score out of 10 — helping you quickly spot the most competitive plans on the market. Read the full breakdown.
Dodo might be a good fit if you:
Optus's NBN plans tend to cost more than others on Finder, but you get great speeds and plenty of extra features to match.
Alternatively, it also offers home wireless broadband plans in case you can't get NBN or aren't happy with your connection.
We currently don't have that product, but here are others to consider:
How we picked theseWe designed the Finder Score to simplify your search for the best NBN and Home Wireless plans. By analysing hundreds of options from over 40 providers, we evaluate pricing, speeds, data allowances and plan features. Each factor is weighted and combined to generate a score out of 10 — helping you quickly spot the most competitive plans on the market. Read the full breakdown.
Optus might be a good fit if you:
Superloop is a solid option if you're after speed reliability and fast internet.
It was named Australia's fastest fixed network in the latest Ookla report and it won Finder's 2026 NBN Provider of the Year award.
We currently don't have that product, but here are others to consider:
How we picked theseWe designed the Finder Score to simplify your search for the best NBN and Home Wireless plans. By analysing hundreds of options from over 40 providers, we evaluate pricing, speeds, data allowances and plan features. Each factor is weighted and combined to generate a score out of 10 — helping you quickly spot the most competitive plans on the market. Read the full breakdown.
Superloop could be the right fit if you:
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.
It also won Finder's 2025 Provider of the Year award for broadband.
We currently don't have that product, but here are others to consider:
How we picked theseWe designed the Finder Score to simplify your search for the best NBN and Home Wireless plans. By analysing hundreds of options from over 40 providers, we evaluate pricing, speeds, data allowances and plan features. Each factor is weighted and combined to generate a score out of 10 — helping you quickly spot the most competitive plans on the market. Read the full breakdown.
TPG might be a good fit if you:
Exetel refreshed its brand last year and simplified its NBN lineup, replacing all plans with a single offering called the 'One Plan'.
You'll get plenty of speed for streaming, gaming and working from home, all at a price that won't break the bank.
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.
We currently don't have that product, but here are others to consider:
How we picked theseWe designed the Finder Score to simplify your search for the best NBN and Home Wireless plans. By analysing hundreds of options from over 40 providers, we evaluate pricing, speeds, data allowances and plan features. Each factor is weighted and combined to generate a score out of 10 — helping you quickly spot the most competitive plans on the market. Read the full breakdown.
Exetel could be the right fit if you:
Tangerine keeps its NBN plans juicy with 6-month discounts that are usually available throughout the year.
It also earned more praise this year, receiving high commendations for value and recommended brand at Finder's 2026 Broadband Customer Satisfaction Awards.
We currently don't have that product, but here are others to consider:
How we picked theseWe designed the Finder Score to simplify your search for the best NBN and Home Wireless plans. By analysing hundreds of options from over 40 providers, we evaluate pricing, speeds, data allowances and plan features. Each factor is weighted and combined to generate a score out of 10 — helping you quickly spot the most competitive plans on the market. Read the full breakdown.
Tangerine might be a good fit if you:
amaysim is best known for its SIM-only plans, so its biggest draw as an internet provider is the bundling discount you can get when you sign up for both mobile and broadband.
We currently don't have that product, but here are others to consider:
How we picked theseWe designed the Finder Score to simplify your search for the best NBN and Home Wireless plans. By analysing hundreds of options from over 40 providers, we evaluate pricing, speeds, data allowances and plan features. Each factor is weighted and combined to generate a score out of 10 — helping you quickly spot the most competitive plans on the market. Read the full breakdown.
amaysim might be a good fit if you:
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.
We currently don't have that product, but here are others to consider:
How we picked theseWe designed the Finder Score to simplify your search for the best NBN and Home Wireless plans. By analysing hundreds of options from over 40 providers, we evaluate pricing, speeds, data allowances and plan features. Each factor is weighted and combined to generate a score out of 10 — helping you quickly spot the most competitive plans on the market. Read the full breakdown.
Kogan might be a good fit if you:
Telstra's internet plans come at a premium compared with some providers, but they also include extras that may add value depending on what you're looking for.
You can choose from internet-only NBN plans, bundles with a modem and home phone, or 5G home internet plans.
We currently don't have that product, but here are others to consider:
How we picked theseWe designed the Finder Score to simplify your search for the best NBN and Home Wireless plans. By analysing hundreds of options from over 40 providers, we evaluate pricing, speeds, data allowances and plan features. Each factor is weighted and combined to generate a score out of 10 — helping you quickly spot the most competitive plans on the market. Read the full breakdown.
Telstra might be a good fit if you:
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.
We currently don't have that product, but here are others to consider:
How we picked theseWe designed the Finder Score to simplify your search for the best NBN and Home Wireless plans. By analysing hundreds of options from over 40 providers, we evaluate pricing, speeds, data allowances and plan features. Each factor is weighted and combined to generate a score out of 10 — helping you quickly spot the most competitive plans on the market. Read the full breakdown.
Belong might be a good fit if you:
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.
The price gap between the cheapest and priciest broadband providers can top $600 a year, but with so many broadband plans and speed tiers out there, it can be hard to know which one's right for you, especially if all the jargon sounds confusing.
Hi, I'm Mariam, Finder's tech and utilities expert, and I'm here to help you figure out how to compare internet plans and pick the one that works best for your home and won't break the bank.
Let's start with the basics. In Australia, there are a few main ways to get internet at home. Most people use the NBN, which is the National Broadband Network. That includes fixed line NBN, which most of us have, plus satellite and fixed wireless NBN, which are mainly used in regional and rural areas.
If you can't get NBN, you might have access to a private fibre network like those offered by TPG or GigaComm. Another option is home wireless or mobile broadband, which run on 4G or 5G mobile networks. What's actually available to you will depend on where you live. So, it's worth checking which options are available at your address before comparing. You can use the address tracker on Finder to see what plans you can get. If it's not NBN, we'll show you alternatives.
Once you know the type of connection you can get, the next step is to look at speed. For fixed line NBN, speeds are grouped into tiers like NBN 25, NBN 50, NBN 100 and higher. These help you work out what suits your household. For example, NBN 25 can be fine for light users or smaller households, while NBN 100 is better for busier homes with three or four people online at once.
Your address also determines the type of fixed line NBN connection you have, which will in turn affect what speeds you can get. Some connection types can't go beyond NBN 100, while fibre to the premises, for example, can reach the fastest speeds available all the way up to NBN 2000.
If you're not happy with your NBN connection or you just can't get access to it, home wireless broadband plans have become a really popular alternative, especially on the 5G network as it can hit speeds similar to some NBN plans. The main catch is that not every provider offers it yet and coverage still depends on where you live.
If you want something more portable or your internet needs are pretty light, you could go for a mobile broadband plan. It works similar to your phone plan minus the calls and texts. Once you've decided on the type of plan, the next thing to look at is data and price.
Most internet plans now come with unlimited data, which gives you peace of mind, but with mobile broadband or NBN satellite, data caps are more common. So, make sure your allowance actually fits how you use the internet.
And finally, price. Always, always look out for a deal. Most broadband providers have sign-up offers, think six or even 12-month discounts. Plus, most plans don't have lock-in contracts anymore, so it's easy to switch when a better deal comes along. And remember to factor in modem costs, too. If you can't bring your own modem or don't already have a compatible one, you might need to get it from your provider. Some will even give you one for free if you stay connected for a certain period or return it after cancelling your plan.
And that's a wrap. Hopefully, you now have a better understanding of how to compare internet plans. Check out the link in the description to shop around for a deal or leave a comment if you have any questions. Bye.
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:
There are a bunch of factors to consider before signing up for a new provider, including the following:
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.
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.
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.
Skip the upfront costs with an internet plan that includes zero setup fees. Bring your own modem or snag one for $0 with some providers by staying connected for a set time.
4G home internet is a great alternative if the NBN isn’t available or isn’t working for you and you don't need fast speeds.
Get lightning-fast speeds on a 5G home internet plan.
Swoop's a good option if you're looking for a competitively priced, no-frills NBN plan or an alternative to the NBN.
Home wireless broadband can be a good alternative to the NBN for some households, offering fast setup, similar speeds and unlimited data.
You don't have to cheap out to save money on your broadband.
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.
Discounted prices for unlimited internet plans start at around $30 a month with no lock-in contracts.
Check out our top 9 picks across NBN and home wireless broadband.
How come when I look on here it says Fttn is capable of 100/17 etc and the best I seem to be able to get anywhere is 50/15.
Hi Baden,
It can be frustrating to see 100/17 or 100/40 Mbps advertised for FTTN when your connection caps out at 50/15 or 50/20 Mbps. The core issue is that FTTN is a “hybrid” technology that uses the old, decades-old copper telephone lines for the final, most crucial leg from your street’s node cabinet to your home. The further you are from the Node (the street cabinet), the slower your internet. If you’re within 400m, you’re more likely to achieve 100 Mbps. If you’re over 700m away, then you’re often unable to sustain 100 Mbps. This may be why its difficult to achieve the higher level at your address. Hope this helps.
Just wandering if you have any info on Starlink and how well it works
Hi Kay,
You can find more info on Starlink here. Hope this helps!
How efficient & reliable as far as connectivity are the 5G Plans and how can I find out if it’s available in my area where
Phone reception is not the Best
Hi NG, there are around 7 providers that offer 5G home internet plans (Telstra, Optus, SpinTel, Vodafone, TPG, iiNet and Yomojo). You will need to enter your address on each of their websites to see if you can sign up. It’s unlikely the provider will offer you a 5G plan if they don’t think your property will get good signals. You can get more information here: https://www.finder.com.au/broadband-plans/5g-home-internet-plans. Hope this helps!
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.