The best NBN plan is often the cheapest one that doesn't compromise on speed and essential features like no lock-in contracts and the option to BYO modem.
This month, Flip offers the cheapest NBN 12 plan on Finder with and without its 6-month promo pricing. You'll pay $39 for the first 6 months, then $52.90 a month ongoing.
Flip also offers a seniors discount on this plan which knocks $5 off the ongoing price after the 6-month promotion.
NBN 12 plans can reach a maximum download speed of 12Mbps and a maximum upload speed of 1Mbps.
It'll suit single-person households or maybe 1-2 people with minimal internet usage - essentially light web surfers.
Tip: Not all NBN plans in the same tier are equal. Check the advertised typical evening speeds - this is the speed you can expect during peak times (7-11pm). Aim for close to the maximum speed of 12Mbps to get the best value for your money.
The average monthly cost of fixed-line NBN 12 plans on Finder is around $59 a month as of October 2024.
You can, however, take advantage of sign-up deals that can discount the price to as low as $39 a month for the first half of the year.
NBN 25 is good for 1 or 2-person households with light to moderate use, including HD streaming and video calls.
NBN 12 suits very basic needs, like email, web browsing, and occasional TV streaming, with less focus on video quality.
The average price difference between an NBN 12 and an NBN 25 plan on Finder is about $11 a month for double the speed.
Because more providers offer NBN 25 there's a chance you could snag yourself a good deal with a smaller price difference.
That is if you think you need faster speeds.
Good to know: Around 6.5% of Aussies are on an NBN 12 plan as opposed to 18.4% on NBN 25.
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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.
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Living in rural or regional Australia and need fast Internet? NBN fixed wireless uses radio signals to get you online.
FTTP, or Fibre to the Premises, uses fibre optic cables to deliver the fastest NBN speeds available.