It’s probably fair to say that internet in Australia is lacking by global standards, and compared with other countries pretty expensive for what you get. In this sense, it’s reasonable to assume that people want to get the best deals on their internet wherever possible.
Luckily, month to month you can expect at least a handful of service providers to sweeten the deal on what they already offer and throw in things like free activation, free modems, and discounts and so on. Canstar Blue explores some of the more noteworthy internet deals currently available, as well as what you’ll need to keep in mind if shopping around.
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Internet Deals April 2019
Whether you’ve got an NBN or ADSL connection, there are some great internet deals to be found out there. If you go out hunting, you’ll probably realise that some of the more noteworthy deals are found with providers you may not have heard of, so it pays to do a bit of digging and potentially move away from the bigger providers. You can expect $0 activation, included modems, discounted plans or other perks if you shop around, but there may be a few catches. Let’s see what the providers are doing – hit the links below to see what your preferred carrier is offering:
- Telstra
- Exetel
- iiNet
- MyRepublic
- TPG
- Aussie Broadband
- Internode
- Vodafone
- Flip
- Start Broadband
- Optus
- Dodo
- iPrimus
- Mate Communicate
- Barefoot Telecom
- Southern Phone
- Foxtel Broadband
Telstra Internet Deals
Telstra has re-jigged and simplified its plan offerings lately. It has changed the price of its unlimited data plan to $90, with the option to add extras such as Telstra TV and Foxtel Now.
Telstra’s NBN plans also include unlimited calls to standard local, national and mobile numbers. Customers will need to buy the $216 Telstra Smart Modem Gen 2 for easy plug-and-play connectivity, but they will also receive access to Telstra’s Broadband Protect to guard against any viruses and online threats, and access to the free Telstra Air Wi-Fi network across Australia.
Currently, Telstra is waiving the $99 new connection charge for customers who buy online.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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min. cost $286 for first month |
100GB | $70 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $306 for first month |
Unlimited | $90 | Go To Site |
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Exetel Internet Deals
On many of Exetel’s NBN plans, customers stand to receive free activation plus unlimited VoIP home phone calls and a Wi-Fi modem for only $10 a month. Prices for Exetel NBN start at just under $50 for 100GB of data, while the cheapest unlimited deal comes in at just under $60. Note that to waive the modem fee, you’ll need to be willing to sign up for 12 months.
Currently, Exetel is offering new NBN 100 customers their first two months free on a 12-month contract, and the first month free on no-contract plans. This offer is available to all new NBN 100 connections, including unlimited data and 500GB plans.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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NBN Standard Plus Unlimited (12 month contract)
min. cost $739.88 over 12 months |
Unlimited | $59.99 | Go To Site |
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NBN Premium Unlimited (12 month contract)
min. cost $1,099.88 over 12 months |
Unlimited | $89.99 | Go To Site |
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iiNet Internet Deals
iiNet has long won Australia over with its customer service and competitively priced internet plans. iiNet has released a deal that includes Fetch TV packages at no extra cost, but how big of a bonus you get depends on your internet plan.
The most common included bonus is available on 24-month plans, which features a Fetch Premium TV bundle plus one entertainment channel pack. This usually costs at least $5-$10 per month on top of your internet plan, so it makes for some solid savings over two years; however, you will need to pay an upfront setup cost of $59.99.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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min. cost $1,689.76 over 24 months |
Unlimited | $69.99 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $1,929.76 over 24 months |
Unlimited | $79.99 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $2,409.76 over 24 months |
Unlimited | $99.99 | Go To Site |
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MyRepublic Internet Deals
MyRepublic caused a stir when launched in Australia in 2016, and since then has been providing some pretty competitive, unlimited data NBN deals. Currently, the telco is running a limited-time promotion on its no-contract Unlimited Essential plan, cutting the price to $69.95 per month (normally $74.95) for your first 12 months.
You can also save $10 monthly for the first year of MyRepublic’s month-to-month Unlimited Premium plan, with prices now dropped to $79.95 (down from $89.95). If you upgrade to a 12-month contract, you’ll pay $84.95 per month for your first 12 months.
MyRepublic also offers several ‘Gamer’ internet plans, with static IP addresses and other perks to enhance the at-home gaming experience. MyRepublic has in the past offered discount vouchers for gaming mouses, PlayStations, VR Headsets and other tech goodies, so it pays to keep an eye out.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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Unlimited Essential Promo plan
min. cost $148.95 for first month with modem |
Unlimited | $69.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $910.40 over 12 months with modem |
Unlimited | $74.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $1,030.40 over 12 months with modem |
Unlimited | $84.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $158.95 for first month with modem |
Unlimited | $79.95 | Go To Site |
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TPG Internet Deals
TPG offers NBN plans on both month-to-month and 18-month contracts. Whilst a free Wi-Fi modem now comes as standard with every plan, the 18-month contract waives your $99.95 setup fee.
For a limited time, customers opting for a 18-month plan will also receive their first three months of mobile service free, by bundling their NBN with a TPG Mobile plan.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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min. cost $1,109.82 over 18 months |
Unlimited | $59.99 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $1,289.82 over 18 months |
Unlimited | $69.99 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $1,649.82 over 18 months |
Unlimited | $89.99 | Go To Site |
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Aussie Broadband Internet Deals
Aussie Broadband frequently tops speed tests for its fast, industry-leading NBN. Its premium NBN 100 plan lists a typical evening speed of 90Mbps; currently, this is faster than typical evening speeds cited by Telstra, Optus, iiNet, and TPG.
Customers may also appreciate Aussie Broadband’s range of plan add-ons and options, commitment to customer service, and simple, no lock-in plan structure. With no set-up or exit fees on month-to-month plans, no data overage charges, and the option to bring your own modem, the company’s NBN plans are flexible and bill-shock free.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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min. cost $55 over first month |
100GB | $55 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $69 over first month |
Unlimited | $69 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $79 over first month |
Unlimited | $79 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $99 over first month |
Unlimited | $99 | Go To Site |
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Internode
Internode is a direct subsidiary of its bigger brother iiNet. Internode was one of the originators of ADSL2+ internet, and now features as a top telco for NBN. Unlimited data starts at about $69.99 a month, and NBN 12, NBN 50 and NBN 100 speed tiers are available (labelled ‘Bronze’, ‘Gold’, and ‘Platinum’ respectively).
The top speed tier for unlimited data starts at just under $100 a month, and users can also bundle in a Fetch entertainment pack from $10 extra per month.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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min. cost $1,679.76 over 24 months |
Unlimited | $69.99 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $1,919.76 over 24 months |
Unlimited | $79.99 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $2,399.76 over 24 months |
Unlimited | $99.99 | Go To Site |
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Vodafone Internet Deals
As the last of the ‘Big 3’ telco networks in Australia to offer internet plans, Vodafone has come out racing. Unlimited data on NBN 25 is just $59 per month with no lock-in contract. For new customers who already have a postpaid Vodafone mobile plan, there are periodical discounts and bonus offers that apply if you bundle both internet and mobile plans.
- Vodafone’s plans are month-to-month, with an $180 upfront for the Wi-Fi hub. Every month you stay on, you get a $5 rebate on your plan; this means that over 36 months, you pay $0 for the Wi-Fi hub.
- Existing mobile customers may also receive monthly discounts on Vodafone’s Essential +NBN or Premium NBN plan (ranging from 5% to 20%).
All of Vodafone’s plans come with unlimited data and no setup fees, barring the $180 modem.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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Essential NBN Plan (Month to month)
min. cost $239 for first month |
Unlimited | $59 | Go To Site |
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Essential+ NBN Plan (Month to month)
min. cost $249 for first month |
Unlimited | $69 | Go To Site |
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Premium NBN Plan (Month to Month)
min. cost $269 for first month |
Unlimited | $89 | Go To Site |
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Flip Internet Deals
Flip has the notable reputation of having some of the cheapest unlimited NBN deals across three speed tiers. For under $50 per month, you can get unlimited data on Flip’s NBN 12 plan. For NBN 50 plans, you’ll pay $64.90, and for fast NBN 100 speeds you’ll pay $89.90 per month. All Flip plans are available on a month-to-month basis, and all setup costs are waived through to 30 April, 2019.
Flip also allows you to add on international TV packs from about $12.95 a month, offering channels from a variety of countries across Europe and South America. So if you’ve ever wanted to watch Macedonian TV, Flip could be a great pathway into getting cultured.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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min. cost $49.90 over first month |
Unlimited | $49.90 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $64.90 over first month |
Unlimited | $64.90 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $89.90 over first month |
Unlimited | $89.90 | Go To Site |
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Start Broadband Internet Deals
Start is one of the smaller telcos in this list, but it has an offer that may convince you to sign up with them. While not the cheapest telco out there – Start’s unlimited data starts at about $75 a month – it does have no lock-in contract options, and this month you can go faster on your NBN for less.
You can also add a Start Gateway to your plan for $139.95 upfront, but BYO modem options are also available.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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min. cost $75 for first month |
Unlimited | $75 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $85 for first month |
Unlimited | $85 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $95 for first month |
Unlimited | $95 | Go To Site |
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Optus Internet Deals
Optus offers unlimited data on all NBN plans, with both Standard Plus (NBN 50) and Premium (NBN 100) speeds available. Customers can choose from its NBN-only plans with no added extras, or entertainment packages which include Fetch TV, one channel pack, and Optus Sport. If you sign up for a two-year contract, you’ll pay $99 upfront, while month-to-month customers will need to pay a $200 setup charge.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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85 Bundle Plan
min. cost $2,139 over 24 months |
Unlimited | $85 | |
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99 Bundle Plan
min. cost $2,475 over 24 months |
Unlimited | $99 | |
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85 Bundle Plan + speed boost
min. cost $2,859 over 24 months |
Unlimited | $115 | |
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99 Bundle Plan + speed boost
min. cost $3,195 over 24 months |
Unlimited | $129 | |
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Dodo Internet Deals
Dodo has been around for a while now and is known as the ‘internet that flies’. Now, it also has some really competitive NBN deals across two popular speed tiers. Dodo re-jigged its plan offerings recently, and now lays claim to unlimited data for $70 a month at NBN 50 speeds.
Dodo also provides incentive for 24-month plans, waiving setup fees and other associated upfront costs that the one-month plans get slugged with. Dodo also provides Fetch TV deals from an extra $15 a month on its plans.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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101GB Plan
min. cost $1,440 over 24 months |
101GB | $60 | |
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Unlimited Plan – Supercharged
min. cost $1,680 over 24 months |
Unlimited | $70 | |
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iPrimus Internet Deals
As part of the Vocus Communications group, iPrimus offers some pretty competitive plans over an ADSL2+ or NBN connection. For a limited time, iPrimus sweetens the deal and offers rewards for signing up for 24 months. You can opt for either a national call pack, or 2000 minutes to selected countries. You’ll also get one month free, applied to the third bill.
iPrimus offers unlimited data from $80 a month, but keep in mind to get the best deals you’ll need to be signed up for two years. You can also add Fetch TV to your account on iPrimus’ NBN & entertainment bundles.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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Unlimited Supercharged
min. cost $1,920 over 24 months |
Unlimited | $80 | |
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Entertainment Supercharged
min. cost $2,230 over 24 months |
Unlimited | $90 | |
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Mate Communicate Internet Deals
You may not have heard of Mate Communicate, but you may want to listen up after seeing its plans. It already has some of the cheapest plans in the land, with a dead-simple approach to NBN. You get no contracts and no setup fees, with the only upfront fee being the modem, and even that’s optional.
Mate isn’t running any current offers on its NBN plans, but with competitive pricing and no lock-in contracts, it’s still a provider that’s well worth considering.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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Good Mates
min. cost $59 for one month |
Unlimited | $59 | |
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Best Mates
min. cost $75 for one month |
Unlimited | $75 | |
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Soul Mates
min. cost $79 for one month |
Unlimited | $79 | |
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Barefoot Telecom Internet Deals
Barefoot is cut from the same cloth as Mate, as Mate owns Barefoot. Barefoot also offers cheap NBN plans, all with unlimited data, and no set-up costs (besides an optional modem). So whether you go Barefoot or Mate, you can’t really put a foot wrong between the two. See what we did there?
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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Lite
min. cost $59 for one month |
Unlimited | $59 | |
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Max
min. cost $75 for one month |
Unlimited | $75 | |
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Ultra
min. cost $79 for one month |
Unlimited | $79 | |
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Southern Phone Internet Deals
Southern Phone is a telco that gives back to rural and regional councils. It also has a suite of very competitive mobile plans, and some competitive NBN plans as well. NBN plans are available on Basic, Standard Plus, and Premium speed tiers, with prices beginning from $60 per month for unlimited data at NBN 12 speeds. All plans are available contract-free and month-to-month, and compatible modems are also available.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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Unlimited Basic
min. cost $60 over one month |
Unlimited | $60 | |
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Unlimited Turbo
min. cost $70 over one month |
Unlimited | $70 | |
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Unlimited Max
min. cost $100 over one month |
Unlimited | $100 | |
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Foxtel Internet Deals
Foxtel now bundles broadband in with its pay TV service, and it offers pretty exciting deals. Foxtel regularly waives setup fees and contracts, meaning if you purchase at the right time, all you’ll have to pay upfront will be the first month’s plan fee. However, these deals come and go periodically, so you’ll have to be on your toes. Foxtel’s total installation fees can be upwards of $400 (including the iQ3 box, installation, activation, and more), so this is a serious discount.
Until 16 February, 2019, Foxtel is offering to waive both the standard TV installation fee, and the iQ4 box fee – meaning new customers can save a total of $225. If you’re signing up for the Platinum HD NBN bundle, you’ll also get your monthly fee reduced from $204 to $164 for your first 12 months – a saving of $480.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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Unlimited Broadband + Entertainment
min. cost $1,487 over 12 month plan period |
Unlimited | $104 | |
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Unlimited Broadband + Drama
min. cost $1,727 over 12 month plan period |
Unlimited | $124 | |
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Unlimited Broadband + Sport
min. cost $1,955.03 over 12 month plan period |
Unlimited | $143 | |
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Unlimited Broadband + Platinum HD
min. cost $2,207.03 over 12 month plan period |
Unlimited | $164 | |
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What’s the deal with these internet deals?
The hottest trend with the best internet deals at the moment seems to be offering entertainment packs and discounts to help the budget. Often entertainment packs are additional cost burdens when signing up to a new plan – some to the tune of $10 or more per month. If you’re after a new plan but concerned about the massive upfront cost, choosing a provider offering these deals may be the way to go. Other providers also offer discounts to entice you over, but you’ll have to keep in mind when taking advantage of these deals:
- Deals & discounts may only be available for the first few months of a plan
- More notable deals are often only found on 24-month contract plans
- Other providers offer free set-up and free modems as standard, so these deals may not be as good as they sound
All in all, while these deals sound great, there are sometimes a number of hoops to jump through. It never hurts to compare, though, and before choosing a new provider it pays to see how they stack up alongside other plans.
NBN deals featured in this guide
| Telco | Plan | NBN Speed | Monthly Cost | Contract Term |
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| Telstra | Unlimited | NBN 50 | $90 | No contract |
| Exetel | Standard Plus Unlimited | NBN 50 | $59.99 | 12 months |
| iiNet | NBN50 Liimitless | NBN 50 | $79.99 | 24 months |
| Flip | Fast 50 | NBN 50 | $59.90 | No contract |
| Vodafone | Essential+ NBN Plan | NBN 50 | $69 | No contract |
| TPG | NBN50 SL | NBN 50 | $69.99 | 18 months |
| My Republic | Unlimited Essential Promo Plan | NBN 50 | $64.95 | No contract |
| Internode | Gold Unlimited | NBN 50 | $79.99 | 24 months |
| Start | Faster Unlimited | NBN 50 | $85 | No contract |
| Optus | 70 Plan | NBN 50 | $70 | 24 months |
| Dodo | Unlimited Plan – Supercharged | NBN 50 | $75 | 24 months |
| iPrimus | Unlimited Supercharged | NBN 50 | $80 | 24 months |
| Mate | Best Mates | NBN 50 | $75 | No contract |
| Barefoot | Max | NBN 50 | $75 | No contract |
| Southern Phone | Unlimited Turbo | NBN 50 | $70 | No contract |
| Foxtel | Unlimited Broadband + Entertainment | NBN 50 | $104 | 12 months |
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