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Compare Home Wireless Broadband Plans & Deals

We compare plans from a range of home wireless broadband providers to help you find the best wireless internet plan for your needs.

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Kogan | Kogan 4G Home Internet
Wireless Broadband | No lock-in contract
+$130 modem (included) | min. $179.90 spend over 1 month | This plan is only available in selected areas
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$49.90 Glossary
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TPG | Home Wireless Broadband
Wireless Broadband | No lock-in contract
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min. $54.99 spend over 1 month | This plan is only available in selected areas
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  • icon Modem Included, no setup fees
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$54.99 Glossary
iiNet | 5G Home Broadband Plus
Wireless Broadband | No lock-in contract
Award icon Outstanding Value – Wireless Broadband
min. $59.99 spend over 1 month | This plan is only available in selected areas
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  • icon Modem Included, no setup fees
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50/20 Glossary
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$59.99 Glossary
TPG | 5G Home Broadband Plus
Wireless Broadband | No lock-in contract
Award icon Outstanding Value – Wireless Broadband
min. $59.99 spend over 1 month | This plan is only available in selected areas
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  • icon Modem Included, no setup fees
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out of 10 Glossary
Unlimited Glossary
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50/20 Glossary
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$59.99 Glossary
iiNet | Home Wireless Broadband
Wireless Broadband | No lock-in contract
Award icon Outstanding Value – Wireless Broadband
min. $59.99 spend over 1 month | This plan is only available in selected areas
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  • icon Modem Included, no setup fees
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out of 10 Glossary
Unlimited Glossary
Data included
16/2 Glossary
Max speed
$59.99 Glossary
Vodafone | $60 4G Home Internet Plan
Wireless Broadband | No lock-in contract
min. $60 spend over 1 month | This plan is only available in selected areas #T&Cs apply
DISCOUNT
First month of plan fees free on Vodafone. 
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Save $10/mth off this plan when you bundle with Vodafone Phone Plan 
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$60 Glossary
Southern Phone | Home Wireless Unlimited 24 months
Wireless Broadband | 24 month contract
min. $1,440 spend over 24 months | This plan is only available in selected areas
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  • icon Modem Included, no setup fees
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20/1 Glossary
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$60 Glossary
Southern Phone | Home Wireless Unlimited Month to Month
Wireless Broadband | No lock-in contract
+$210 modem (included) | min. $270 spend over 1 month | This plan is only available in selected areas
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  • icon Modem Included, no setup fees
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$60 Glossary
TPG | 5G Home Broadband Premium
Wireless Broadband | No lock-in contract
Award icon Outstanding Value – Wireless Broadband
min. $64.99 spend over 1 month | This plan is only available in selected areas
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100/20 Glossary
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$64.99 Glossary
Vodafone | 5G Home Broadband Plus Plan
Wireless Broadband | No lock-in contract
min. $65 spend over 1 month | This plan is only available in selected areas #T&Cs apply
DISCOUNT
First month of plan fees free on Vodafone. 
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Save $5/mth off this plan when you bundle with Vodafone Phone Plan 
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What is home wireless broadband?

Home wireless broadband is technology that allows a modem to access the internet remotely, generally by using the same 4G or 5G mobile networks that connect your phone. Unlike NBN, home wireless doesn’t need to connect to a fixed line in your wall; instead, you can plug in a home wireless modem into any power outlet. While home wireless broadband and mobile broadband use the same technology, home wireless plans come packaged with a modem/router, and are designed to be used as a replacement for a fixed line internet connection.

Home wireless broadband is also known as wireless internet, wireless broadband, and depending on the mobile technology used 4G home internet or 5G home internet. All home wireless plans will offer coverage on either Telstra, Optus or Vodafone’s networks, even if you buy from a smaller telco.

A home wireless plan can be a good alternative to NBN or fibre internet, but can sometimes be inconsistent or slow compared to fixed line broadband, especially on 4G-only plans.

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How to find a home wireless broadband plan


  1. Compare using Canstar Blue to find the right home wireless broadband plan for you. You’ll want to look at your budget, the speed you’ll need for your household size and usage, the required data amount (if applicable), and if you want any extras.
  2. Sign up with your new provider. If you’ve found a great plan with Canstar Blue’s comparison tool, you can click through in your search results to be taken straight to the provider’s website. You can order a new plan easily online.
  3. Contact your current provider to cancel your old internet plan and settle any remaining bills and charges. Once you’ve received your home wireless broadband modem and SIM card, simply plug it in and you’ll be connected in minutes. 

How to choose the best home wireless broadband plan


Choosing the best home wireless broadband plan can be daunting, but ideally you’ll want to look for a combination of three factors: internet speed and network type, monthly price, and data allowance.

Choose the right home wireless broadband speed


With 5G technology rolling out across Australia, wireless internet customers may have the choice between 4G or 5G speeds in eligible areas. 4G is more widely available, and tends to be slightly cheaper, with speeds generally reaching around 25 megabits per second (Mbps) in busy periods. This is similar to what you’ll experience on an NBN 25 plan. Some 4G plans may also reach faster speeds in off-peak hours.

5G is much faster than 4G, and is ideal for bigger families or homes that have more intensive usage needs, such as multiple video streams or online gaming. Most providers that offer 5G home wireless now give customers a choice of speed caps, and usually sell 50Mbps and 100Mbps plans. However, Telstra and Optus do offer uncapped 5G speeds on selected plans, with typical busy hour download speeds of between  240-340Mbps.

 

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Find the right price for home wireless broadband


Home wireless broadband plans tend to start at around $55 per month, with maximum prices at around the $99 monthly mark for superfast 5G. Pricing is determined by your plan’s network technology and speed (e.g 4G or 5G, and if speeds are capped), as well as the plan’s data inclusions. 

If you’ve got a budget in mind, this can help narrow down your options, although you’ll want to make sure your plan has enough speed and data for your home. You may also want to consider extras, such as included modems, antivirus protection, or entertainment (for example, Optus includes a Netflix subscription in its most expensive home wireless plan). All of these may drive up the price of your monthly bill.

If you are a new customer, you may be eligible for an introductory discount for your first six or 12 months these offers will be highlighted in our comparison tool. Generally, home wireless broadband plans can be cheaper or on par with NBN plans at a similar speed, so can be a great-value option for homes without reliable NBN access.

Determine your home wireless data needs


Most wireless internet providers now offer unlimited data across most plans, which means you won’t need to worry about excess data charges. If you’re shopping for a 4G home wireless broadband plan, data-capped options are still available from some telcos, which may be worth considering if you’re not a heavy user — just be careful not to exceed your monthly limit.

Almost all 5G home wireless broadband plans include unlimited data, with the exception of Telstra’s plan. Telstra offers customers a data allowance of one terabyte each month, or 1,000GB. This should be more than enough for the vast majority of homes, but if you do go over, you won’t be charged for excess data usage. Instead, your speeds will be slowed to 25Mbps for the rest of your billing cycle.

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Home wireless broadband plans are best suited to homes in areas with good, reliable mobile coverage. Large households with high internet usage needs (HD video streaming, online gaming) might find wireless broadband struggles to keep up, unless you have access to 5G with strong reception.

Wireless broadband may be a good option for renters, people who move frequently and want to take their broadband plan with them, or in homes where the fixed wired technology isn’t up to scratch. If you’re unable to access NBN in your neighbourhood, or you’ve tried the network but were left disappointed, you may also want to consider home wireless as an alternative. 

Your experience with both NBN and home wireless broadband will depend on a variety of factors, most importantly your location and the technology types available at your address. Home wireless broadband can be a good alternative for customers unhappy with NBN, as long as the mobile network reception at your home is strong and reliable.

While 5G home wireless is fast, it’s still unlikely to reach the speeds that ultra-fast NBN 1000 can achieve. However, the price and ease of use does make it a good option for homes where ultra-fast NBN isn’t available.

Home wireless broadband is easy and fast to set up, and doesn’t require a technician or complex installation. Your provider will send you a WiFi modem and an accompanying SIM card that will be used to connect your home to a mobile network. Insert the SIM card into your modem, plug it in and turn it on, and your service should be connected in minutes.

  • Home wireless broadband is easy to set up, and can be taken with you if you move house
  • It’s a fast alternative for customers who can’t access NBN, or are unhappy with their NBN performance 
  • 4G is available to most of the population, with 5G coverage continuing to roll out nationwide
  • Home wireless plans can be cheaper than equivalent speeds on NBN
  • Most plans now include unlimited data
  • Home wireless broadband relies on mobile network coverage, so will struggle in areas with poor reception
  • Much smaller range of plans and providers to choose from when compared to NBN
  • Fast 5G speeds are not available everywhere, and 4G speeds may be too slow for big households or heavy users
  • It’s not always as reliable as fixed-line internet, and speeds can be affected by heavy network traffic

Home wireless broadband plans usually begin at around $55 per month for unlimited data, which is slightly pricier than the $45 starting point for NBN 12. However, if you are looking for a fast plan, home wireless tends to offer better value than NBN, with 5G plans usually priced at $85-$99 for speeds equivalent to NBN 250.

While wired internet tends to be better for gaming, home wireless broadband plans can still deliver a good gaming performance. If you’re a serious gamer, 5G home broadband is your best bet for a fast experience with low latency, as 4G users may be limited by the lower maximum speeds.

If your home has mobile phone coverage, you’re probably eligible for home wireless broadband from at least one provider. The plans available to you will depend on a) the networks offering coverage in your area (e.g. Telstra, Optus, or Vodafone) and b) the type of network technology offered (e.g. 3G, 4G or 5G). Most home wireless broadband providers offer an online address check tool, so you can confirm the availability at your home before signing up.

Some of the more popular providers offering home wireless broadband plans in Australia include:

Both home wireless broadband and mobile broadband rely on mobile networks to access the internet; however, mobile broadband is designed for on-the-go use. It’s suitable for use with tablets or portable hotspots and devices, and is often available as a data-only SIM.

You’ll find mobile broadband plans are typically a little more expensive than home wireless, and may not be ideal for heavy data users or larger households.

Home wireless broadband can be used anywhere that there’s a power outlet and a signal the modem can connect to, so it’s possible you can take it with you if you’re travelling around Australia. However, some providers may geo-lock the modem to your home address, preventing you from using it elsewhere unless you inform your telco of an address change.

Home wireless broadband plans cannot be used overseas, as they’re only able to access Australian 4G and 5G networks.