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We've compared over 100 Internet plans from 26 providers to help you find a cheaper deal.
The table below shows all the Internet plans in our database that cost under $50 per month
You can use the different tabs to switch between NBN, mobile broadband and home wireless plans.
No matter what sort of Internet connection you're after – regular NBN, mobile broadband or the newer home wireless – affordable options do exist.
Here are 4 easy steps to follow that'll help you find the cheapest Internet plan using our comparison table above.
The cheapest Internet plans will vary depending on what promotions are on offer at the time.
The cheapest unlimited NBN plan in our database for the different speed tiers are:
This list was last updated on 14 August 2021.
If you're after home wireless, your cheapest options will be:
This list was last updated on 16 June 2021.
The cheapest mobile broadband plan in our database is Reward Mobile's 500MB data plan for $9.90 per month.
You'll find that the cheapest Internet plans will come with either slower speeds or lower data allowances.
This is, for the most part, applicable to NBN plans as you'll need to pay more for faster speeds.
While keeping your budget in check is important, so is getting a speed that'll suit your Internet usage needs.
Getting a good data allowance will be a likely deciding factor for people searching for a home wireless or broadband plan for which unlimited data is harder to come by.
You'll need more data if you like to stream videos or download big files off the Internet regularly. As a guide, if you're planning to use mobile Internet at home, the average Australian uses about 258GB of data each month according to NBN Co.
Since many plans are month-to-month with no lock-in contract, you're free to switch to a different provider to snag a new discounted plan.
This will vary depending on which type of Internet connection you're looking at.
The table below shows the 6 NBN speed tiers and our recommendation on what type of households they suit.
| Speed tier | Who does it suit? |
|---|---|
| NBN 12 (Basic I) | 1 person for basic browsing and emails |
| NBN 25 (Basic II) | 1–2 people for social media, browsing, standard video streaming |
| NBN 50 (Standard) | 2–3 people for HD video streaming, online gaming and working from home |
| NBN 100 (Fast) | 3–4 people for 4K video streaming, heavy gaming and working from home |
| NBN 250 (Superfast) | 4–6 people and small businesses for 4K video streaming, multiple people working from home and big file downloads |
| NBN 1000 (Ultrafast) | Probably overkill for most households and better for medium-sized businesses that want lots of speed |
After deciding the best speed tier for you, find NBN plans that fit the criteria and opt for those offering favourable typical evening speeds. These will give you a more realistic idea of what speed you'll get on your NBN plan.
Mobile Internet works a little simpler than NBN speeds since there are only 3 mobile networks you can connect to: 3G, 4G and 5G.
Since 5G is a newer technology that's still being rolled out across Australia, you'll usually find yourself using 3G or 4G Internet.
Your device will automatically connect to the fastest network available in the area (which will usually be 4G). Check out the table below to see the differences in speeds.
| Technology | Typical speed range | Average speed in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| 3G | 0.5–40Mbps | 6Mbps |
| 4G | 2–150Mbps | 38.5Mbps |
| 5G | 50Mbps–1Gbps | 300Mbps* |
*The average 5G speed is likely to change as the network continues to roll out across the country.
Keep in mind: If you want access to 5G speeds, you'll need a newer modem or device that is 5G-capable. For example, Optus sells a 5G modem with its home wireless plans so you can access its 5G network.
Mobile Internet speeds also tend to vary depending on your location, so the above figures are just rough estimates.
Sam Baran is a writer for Finder, covering topics across the tech, telco and utilities sectors. They enjoy decrypting technical jargon and helping people compare complex products easily. When they aren't writing, you'll find Sam's head buried in a book or working on their latest short story. Sam has a Bachelor of Advanced Science from the University of Sydney.
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