Our verdict: Tangerine stands out for offering some of the cheapest plans on Finder, to the extent that it won Provider of the Year in the 2024 Finder Awards.
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Tangerine internet review: Our verdict
Tangerine offers fast speed NBN plans that are some of the cheapest on Finder. They may not come with too many bells and whistles but they also won't make a massive dent on your monthly budget.
Tangerine could be right for you if:
You're looking for fast NBN 25 or NBN 50 plans. Tangerine offers the maximum speeds available on these NBN tiers.
You're after an affordable and simple NBN plan. Tangerine cuts $15-$30 off each month for the first 6 months of your plan if you're a new customer.
However, Tangerine may not be for you if:
High speeds matter to you. Tangerine's NBN 100 plan offer slightly slower speeds compared to other providers. If you live in a household of 4 or more, you may find faster speeds elsewhere.
"If you've decided to go with the Amazon Eero to match with a Tangerine NBN Value Plan - make sure get the latest router version. I bought an old version of the Amazon Eero and it's not compatible with all NBN providers."
Tangerine's 6-month discounts make its NBN plans some of the cheapest on the market. After the discount runs out, Tangerine isn't the lowest cost provider but its prices are still strong.
Good to know: After Tangerine's 6-month promotional period, its plans cost about $5-$20 less than the average NBN plan on Finder for its respective speed tiers.
Tangerine's plans come with no setup fee and the option to BYO modem to cut down on upfront costs.
If you don't already have a modem, you can also buy one from Tangerine for an additional $198, which is about $40 above the average price of a modem when you purchase it from a provider.
Tangerine now offers two mobile broadband plans— 100GB for $34.90/month and 200GB for $49.90/month — both offering good value for money. It uses parts of Telstra's mobile network, but you'll need a 5G-ready device and to be in a 5G-ready area to get the fastest available speeds.
Good to know: The 100GB plan is capped at 100Mbps on 4G and 5G, while the 200GB plan is capped at 250Mbps. Neither plan requires a lock-in contract.
Things to watch out for:
If you use all your monthly data allowance, your service will pause until the start of your next billing period, so you'll need to keep an eye on your usage.
Performance
There's no official way to judge Tangerine's performance as it isn't included in the ACCC report for broadband performance.
Tangerine self reports the following speeds during the busiest hours of the day (7-11pm):
NBN 25: 25Mbps
NBN 50: 50Mbps
NBN 100: 100Mbps
NBN 1000: 500Mbps
Based on typical evening speeds alone, we can assume you will get fast speeds on its NBN 25 and NBN 50 plans since Tangerine offers the maximum speed available on these tiers.
Customer service
Tangerine makes it easy to reach its customer and technical support teams:
Customer support is available Monday to Friday from 8:30am-7pm AEST and Saturday from 9am-6pm AEST
Its technical support team is available for you 24/7
Get the choice between live chat or WhatsApp, though WhatsApp replies could be delayed
Leave a message through its online form
Login to your Self Care Portal to send any enquiries
Bonus features
Tangerine's NBN plans aren't feature packed but you do get:
💰 Referral bonus
You'll get a $25 credit on your account if you refer a friend and they sign up to a Tangerine NBN plan.
Which rivals are giving Tangerine a run for its money?
Tangerine has a lot of value to offer, especially for NBN 25 and NBN 50 plans. However, there are other providers offering more on other speed tiers.
For more cheap deals:
SpinTel offers sign-up discounts too that are comparable with Tangerine, only with slightly faster speeds. It also comes with no setup fee and the option to BYO modem.
For more perks: If you don't mind paying $10 to $20 per month more, Aussie Broadband offers customisable NBN plans that come with fast speeds and award-winning local customer support. It also has plans optimised for gamers and seniors.
For big brand energy:
If you're more comfortable signing up to a household name, TPG offers decently priced NBN plans with similar speeds to Tangerine. It also comes with a cheaper modem and the option to add a home phone line to any of its plans.
Ready to sign up to Tangerine?
Signing up to Tangerine is straightforward once you've decided on an NBN plan that works best for you.
Simply click the green 'Go to site' button in our comparison table, enter your address and follow the sign up instructions.
What if I'm moving house? All you have to do is select the date when you want your NBN plan to be activated during the sign up process. Keep in mind it can take from 1 day to 3 weeks. For an indicative timeframe, just enter your address on Tangerine's website or speak to its customer service team for more information.
Make sure to give your current provider a heads up in case there's a notice period. You don't want to be stuck paying for 2 internet plans at the same time.
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Hi Eileen, just pop in your address on Tangerine’s website and they’ll tell you if you can sign up to one of their plans. You can also use the live chat support on their website to find out. Hope this helps!
JohnJanuary 16, 2024
Hi CS,
How do I Bring my own modem to join your plan? What types of modem is applicable?
I got two at my home which are used for Telstra, Vodafone.
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SarahJanuary 31, 2024Finder
Hi John, Your best bet is to contact Tangerine directly and ask what the options are to use your modem with their plans. You can call them on 1800 211 112.
SaviourAugust 30, 2023
Can I use my existing IInet NBN modem?
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MarkAugust 31, 2023Finder
Hi Saviour,
Tangerine does allow you to BYO modem, but it must be compatible with your NBN technology type. You also must be capable of configuring the modem you BYO yourself. The modem you had with iiNet should be also able to connect on a Tangerine plan, but you would have to confirm directly with them that this is indeed the case and also that it’s not locked to iiNet.
Hope this helps.
leoAugust 18, 2023
How does one find out if the internet providers you are suggesting provide multi email address email services?
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.
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Is tangerine available in my area
Hi Eileen, just pop in your address on Tangerine’s website and they’ll tell you if you can sign up to one of their plans. You can also use the live chat support on their website to find out. Hope this helps!
Hi CS,
How do I Bring my own modem to join your plan? What types of modem is applicable?
I got two at my home which are used for Telstra, Vodafone.
Hi John, Your best bet is to contact Tangerine directly and ask what the options are to use your modem with their plans. You can call them on 1800 211 112.
Can I use my existing IInet NBN modem?
Hi Saviour,
Tangerine does allow you to BYO modem, but it must be compatible with your NBN technology type. You also must be capable of configuring the modem you BYO yourself. The modem you had with iiNet should be also able to connect on a Tangerine plan, but you would have to confirm directly with them that this is indeed the case and also that it’s not locked to iiNet.
Hope this helps.
How does one find out if the internet providers you are suggesting provide multi email address email services?
Hi Leo,
We had a look at which email providers still provide free email addresses and if you still even need them: https://www.finder.com.au/news/tpg-ditch-email-2023
Hope this helps.
Fixed Wireless NBN Broadband was scheduled to be activated in my area on 1 Aug 2016 – PC 3882. Rollout Region ID: 3BAI-51-12-NICO
I have signed up with Tangerine Telecom.
My question is, why are they not listed as a provider on the list that appears for my region?
I notice that Southern Phone also do not appear in the list.
Hi Mike,
Our provider list in the nbn tracker is in the progress of being updated. Thanks for your comment.
Cheers,
Brodie