Best NBN plans for May 2026

Best NBN plans for May 2026

Our team of internet plan experts have compared 301 NBN plans from 43 internet providers in Australia. We shortlisted 6 plans based on popularity, customer reviews and expert analysis. Remember that not all NBN plans will suit your needs so make sure you compare your options before choosing the right one for you.

• Best cheap NBN plan: Arctel Cruisy Lite NBN 25
• Best NBN plan for everyday use: Dodo NBN 50
• Best NBN plan for fast speeds (NBN 100): amaysim NBN 100
• Best NBN plan for fast speeds (NBN 500): amaysim NBN 500
• Best NBN plan for superfast speeds: Superloop NBN Megaspeed
• Best NBN plan for Ultrafast speeds: Superloop NBN Lightspeed

Our top picks were reviewed by senior utilities editor Mariam Gabaji.

Internet speed	Monthly price	Special offer
Best cheap NBN plan
Arctel Cruisy Lite NBN 25 NBN Month-to-month No special offer	Nbn25 25/8.5 Mbps	$48.99 per month	No special offer	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading	Why we like it We looked at NBN 25 plans for this category. This speed tier is ideal for those on a budget or who don’t need fast speeds, and it works well for 1-2 people online at the same time. With this in mind, Arctel’s Cruisy Lite plan takes the top spot. There’s no promo on this plan, but its standard price is still among the cheapest in our database. Over a year, it actually works out cheaper than taking a 6-month intro discount with another provider. Pros & cons Pros You’ll get 24/7 support throughout the year. Access to Arctel Rewards for a chance to win a monthly prize. You’ll earn entries for every month your service is active. Cons While there’s no lock-in contract, you do have to give a month’s notice to cancel your plan. You don’t have the option to buy a modem from Arctel unless you’re signing up to its NBN 500 plan or above.
Best NBN plan for everyday use
Finder Rewards Exclusive Dodo NBN 50 Finder Award NBN Month-to-month SAVE $180 $85.99 $55.99 per month for first 6 months	Nbn50 50/17 Mbps	$85.99 per month	SAVE $180 $85.99 $55.99 per month for first 6 months	ENDS SOON! $110 VISA CARD REWARD 1 Click here 2 Buy a Dodo NBN plan 3 Get card from Finder Ends by. T&Cs apply.	$55.99/mth for first 6 months, then $85.99/mth. Ends 30 Jun 2026. $55.99 min. total cost. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading	Why we like it We looked at NBN 50 plans for this category. This speed tier is ideal for households that need a bit more speed for streaming, gaming, and multiple devices. Dodo’s NBN 50 is our top choice this month, thanks to its 6-month discount, which will knock off $180. Plus, if you sign up through Finder, you’ll get a bonus $110 Visa gift card. Pros & cons Pros Dodo won Best Budget NBN Provider and Best Everyday Use NBN Provider in the 2026 Finder Broadband Awards. You can save up to $15 a month when you bundle your internet, mobile and energy plans. Option to bring your own modem, pay for one upfront, or spread the cost over 24 months. Cons The price will revert to $85.99 a month after 6 months.
Best NBN plan for fast speeds (NBN 100)
amaysim NBN 100 NBN Month-to-month SAVE $240 $90 $50 per month for first 6 months	Nbn100 100/18 Mbps	$90 per month	SAVE $240 $90 $50 per month for first 6 months	$50/mth for first 6 months, then $90/mth. Ends 31 May 2026. $50 min. total cost. T&Cs apply.	View details Compare product selection Compare	loading	Why we like it We looked at NBN 100 plans for this category. This speed tier is ideal for internet users who require high speeds, as well as larger families with multiple devices connected and used simultaneously. amaysim’s NBN 100 plan gets our vote this month. Its current offer will save you $240 over 6 months. If you have an FTTP or HFC NBN connection, you can access amaysim’s NBN 500 plan at the same price, with speeds up to 5x faster. Pros & cons Pros If you’re unhappy with your service within 30 days of signing up, you can get your money back. Bundle your internet and mobile with amaysim and get $10 off your monthly bill after the first 6 months. Cons The price will revert to $90 a month after 6 months unless you’re bundling. There is no option to buy a modem, so you will need to bring your own.
Best NBN plan for fast speeds (NBN 500)
amaysim NBN 500 NBN Month-to-month SAVE $240 $90 $50 per month for first 6 months	Nbn500 500/43 Mbps	$90 per month	SAVE $240 $90 $50 per month for first 6 months	$50/mth for first 6 months, then $90/mth. Ends 31 May 2026. $50 min. total cost. T&Cs apply.	View details Compare product selection Compare	loading	Why we like it We looked at NBN 500 plans for this category. This speed tier is ideal for larger households or anyone who streams, games, and uses multiple devices simultaneously. amaysim’s NBN 500 plan comes out on top this month. Its current offer will save you $240 over 6 months. Pros & cons Pros If you’re unhappy with your service within 30 days of signing up, you can get your money back. Bundle your internet and mobile with amaysim and get $10 off your monthly bill after the first 6 months. Cons The price will revert to $90 a month after 6 months unless you’re bundling. There is no option to buy a modem, so you will need to bring your own. You’ll only be able to sign up if you have an FTTP or HFC NBN connection. If you don’t, amaysim will show you its NBN 100 plan instead when you enter your address on its website.
Best NBN plan for superfast speeds
Superloop NBN Megaspeed NBN Month-to-month SAVE $174 $104 $75 per month for first 6 months	Nbn750 750/40 Mbps	$104 per month	SAVE $174 $104 $75 per month for first 6 months	$75/mth for first 6 months, then $104/mth + $0 modem if you stay connected for 36 mths. $75 min. total cost. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading	Why we like it We looked at NBN 750 plans for this category. This speed tier is ideal for very large households or users who need superfast speeds for 4K streaming, gaming, and heavy internet use across multiple devices. Superloop’s Megaspeed plan is our top pick this month. Its current offer will save you $174 over 6 months. Superloop was highly commended in Finder’s 2026 Broadband Customer Satisfaction Awards for value, reliability, trust, quality service, and being a loved brand. Pros & cons Pros You’ll get access to a My Speed Boost feature, which gives you up to 5 speed upgrade days each month. You can bring your own modem or get one for free when you stay connected for 36 months. Option to bundle services such as internet, mobile and home phone to save up to $15 a month. Cons The price will go back to $104 a month after 6 months. There’s a 30-day notice period to cancel your plan. You can only sign up if you have an FTTP or HFC NBN connection, as others don’t support speeds faster than 100Mbps.
Best NBN plan for Ultrafast speeds
Superloop NBN Lightspeed NBN Month-to-month SAVE $144 $109 $85 per month for first 6 months	Nbn1000 860/85 Mbps	$109 per month	SAVE $144 $109 $85 per month for first 6 months	$85/mth for first 6 months, then $109/mth + $0 modem if you stay connected for 36 mths. $85 min. total cost. T&Cs apply.	Go to site View details Compare product selection Compare	loading	Why we like it We looked at NBN 1000 plans for this category. This speed tier is great for tech-savvy households or anyone who needs ultrafast speeds for smooth 4K streaming, gaming, and big downloads across multiple devices. Superloop’s NBN Lightspeed plan is our pick this month. Superloop was named Australia's fastest fixed network in the latest Ookla report and it won Finder's 2026 NBN Provider of the Year award. Its current offer will save you around $144 over 6 months. Pros & cons Pros Superloop has an Australia-based customer support team. You can easily manage your plan via its mobile app. Get a free Amazon eero 7 or TP-Link VB433v modem when you stay connected for 36 months. Bundle internet, mobile and home phone to save $5-$15 a month. Cons The price of the plan will revert to $109 a month after 6 months. There’s a 30-day notice period to cancel your plan. You’ll only be able to sign up if you have an HFC or FTTP NBN connection.

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How do you find the best NBN plan?

Everyone's needs are different so consider the following when looking for the best NBN plan for your household:

What NBN speed are you after?
The size of your household and what you're doing on the internet will determine which speed is appropriate for you. While most Australians are on an NBN 50 plan, an NBN 100 plan could be better for you if the majority of your household works from home. In fact, Finder's Consumer Sentiment Tracker found that more Australians are satisfied with an NBN 100 plan compared to any other NBN speed tier.

Are you after a basic NBN plan or one with extra features?
Having extra perks tacked onto your plan can be nice, but consider whether you'll actually make use of these or if you're happy with just a simple plug and play NBN plan.

Do you need to buy a new modem?
If you already own a modem and are comfortable transferring it across to a new provider, it's a great way to keep your initial costs low. Otherwise, all providers offer a modem to purchase with your NBN plan. Just make sure you factor this cost in when you're signing up to your new plan.

"When I moved into my current apartment I just paid half the internet bills my roommate had signed up for ages ago when she moved in. Turns out she hadn't compared in a while and we were overpaying for pretty average speeds. A quick comparison took us from 90Mbps download speeds to over 200Mbps for $5 less per month."

Alanna Glenn

Money Expert

Frequently asked questions

• Which NBN connection is the best?

  Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) is the best type of NBN connection as it uses high-speed fibre optic cables from the NBN node to a connection box on your house.

  Anyone with an FTTP connection can get download speeds up to 1000Mbps.

  Read more about the different NBN connection types and find out which and find out which one's available at your address.

• What is the best NBN brand for 2026?

  Finder's broadband customer satisfaction awards are a great place to start. We ask hundreds of Aussies to rate their favourite NBN brand based on value for money, customer support and more.

  In 2026, Aussie Broadband took out the top spot across all categories for overall customer satisfaction, while Belong, Superloop, and Tangerine picked up high commendations.

• Is NBN slower than 5G?

  While 5G can theoretically outpace the NBN in speed, only a handful of providers currently offer 5G home wireless broadband plans and availability is limited to specific locations.

  For those that do, speeds are often capped, meaning typical download speeds can vary between 50 and 300Mbps, depending on the plan.

  Optus is the only one to offer an uncapped plan. Even on that though your typical download speed during the busy hours of the day (7-11pm) clock at 230Mbps.

  However, 5G home wireless, if available at your address, can be a good alternative to the NBN if you're struggling with your connection or can't get fast speeds.

• Which NBN connection is best?

  Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) offers the fastest and most reliable NBN connection. It supports higher speeds and is less prone to interference, weather or damage.

• How to choose the right NBN plan?

  Consider your household's data needs and speed preferences. For heavy streaming or gaming, go for NBN 100 or NBN 250 plans. Lighter users may find NBN 25 or 50 sufficient.

• What's the fastest NBN speed?

  NBN 1000 (or Gigabit) is the fastest plan available, offering speeds up to 1000 Mbps where supported.

Written by

Mariam Gabaji

Senior Utilities Editor & Tech Expert

Mariam Gabaji is a journalist with 13 years of experience, specialising in consumer topics like mobile services and energy costs. Her work appears in the ABC, Yahoo Finance, 9News, The Guardian, SBS, 7News, A Current Affair and Money Magazine. Mariam holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and was a finalist for the 2024 and 2025 IT Journalism Award for Best Telecommunications Journalist. See full bio

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