Every quarter, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) speed tests NBN connections from the top providers in Australia. It measures speeds for all hours of the day including the crucial peak period (7–11pm) when most people are online.
| Rank | NBN provider | Peak hour | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Exetel | 102.5% | |
| #2 | Telstra | 102.3% | |
| #3 | Optus | 101.6% | |
| #4 | Superloop | 101.6% | |
| #5 | Dodo | 101.1% | |
| #6 | iPrimus | 101.1% | |
| #7 | TPG | 101% | |
| #8 | Launtel | 100.7% | |
| #9 | Leaptel | 100.1% | |
| #10 | Aussie Broadband | 99.5% | |
| #11 | iiNet | 98.6% | |
| #12 | Vodafone | 96.2% |
The major change in this report is Exetel reclaiming the number one spot after Telstra took it last quarter.
In a surprising shift, Superloop has leapt from 11th place to a strong fourth.
You can see the historical data of the 5 top-performing NBN providers below. Keep in mind that Launtel was not included in reports before 2022. Leaptel was only added in March 2024.
"After struggling with slow NBN speeds for months, I decided to switch to Exetel after seeing their consistent high results in the ACCC Broadband Report. Turns out they've topped the report for a reason - after switching, I was no longer buffering on video calls, and my internet speed test results were close to the advertised typical download speed."
Not necessarily. While having a fast and reliable connection will be a factor to consider when choosing an NBN plan, there are other things to factor in such as price, data limits, added extras and more.
You can check out our roundup of the best NBN plans to see which providers are making the cut.
Otherwise, if it's speed reliability that you're after, the ACCC's quarterly report is about as official as you can get for a seal of approval. We've broken down the 5 top-performing providers from the September 2024 report to see what they offer.
Exetel has a bunch of things for it such as:
Telstra's NBN plans come with a bunch of perks such as:
Optus has some similar as well as unique features on its NBN plans such as:
Signing up with Superloop means:
Dodo's NBN plans feature:
iPrimus's plans come with:
If you want a faster and more reliable NBN experience, you can easily find what's available at your location by popping in your address below.
Always remember, the type of NBN connection at your property plays a big role in determining your internet speed and reliability - it's not just about the provider you choose.
Can’t connect to the NBN or dealing with poor speeds and dropouts? Check out NBN alternatives such as home wireless broadband instead.
Get the fastest internet available in Australia from providers like Telstra, Optus, TPG and more.
NBN 250 is the second-fastest speed tier, ideal for large households with heavy internet users.
NBN 12 is the go-to entry level plan for those who just need the basics like browsing the web and checking emails.
We've scoured the Australian NBN market for the best NBN plans to suit your different needs.
NBN 25 plans are generally more affordable if you're a light internet user and don't need fast speeds.
NBN 50 is the most speed tier in Australia, with discounted prices starting from under $65 a month.
NBN 100 plans are good large households, as well as enthusiastic gamers or streamers.
Living in rural or regional Australia and need fast Internet? NBN fixed wireless uses radio signals to get you online.
We’ll help you get your NBN connection up and running in no time.