NBN 12 plans – best for casual internet users

NBN 12 is the go-to for those who just need the basics like browsing the web and checking emails. Discounted prices start at $39 a month.

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Name Product AUFBB-INT Data allowance Typical download speed Price Hid Compare Box!
Alphacall NBN Basic 100GB
NBN
Month-to-month
  • Month-to-month
  • BYO modem or purchase for $185 T&Cs apply
100GB
Data
100GB
10Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
Speed
10Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
$44.99
per month
$0 setup fees, $44.99 min. total cost
Price
$44.99 per month
$0 setup fees, $44.99 min. total cost
Moose NBN Economy
NBN
Month-to-month
$47.80/mth for the first 6 months, then $59.80/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply.
  • Month-to-month
  • BYO modem or purchase for $130
Unlimited Data
Data
Unlimited Data
11Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
Speed
11Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
$47.80
per month
$0 setup fees, $47.80 min. total cost
Price
$47.80 per month
$0 setup fees, $47.80 min. total cost
Flip NBN Value - Seniors Plan
NBN
Month-to-month
$39/mth for the first 4 months, then $47.90/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply.
  • Month-to-month
  • BYO modem or purchase for $199
Unlimited Data
Data
Unlimited Data
12Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
Speed
12Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
$47.90
per month
$0 setup fees, $39 min. total cost
Price
$47.90 per month
$0 setup fees, $39 min. total cost
Alphacall NBN Basic 200GB
NBN
Month-to-month
  • Month-to-month
  • BYO modem or purchase for $185 T&Cs apply
200GB
Data
200GB
10Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
Speed
10Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
$49.99
per month
$0 setup fees, $49.99 min. total cost
Price
$49.99 per month
$0 setup fees, $49.99 min. total cost
Flip NBN Value
NBN
Month-to-month
$39/mth for the first 4 months, then $52.90/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply.
  • Month-to-month
  • BYO modem or purchase for $199
Unlimited Data
Data
Unlimited Data
12Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
Speed
12Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
$52.90
per month
$0 setup fees, $39 min. total cost
Price
$52.90 per month
$0 setup fees, $39 min. total cost
Alphacall NBN Basic Unlimited
NBN
Month-to-month
  • Month-to-month
  • BYO modem or purchase for $185 T&Cs apply
Unlimited Data
Data
Unlimited Data
10Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
Speed
10Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
$54.99
per month
$0 setup fees, $54.99 min. total cost
Price
$54.99 per month
$0 setup fees, $54.99 min. total cost
Escapenet NBN Starter
NBN
Month-to-month
  • Month-to-month
  • BYO modem or purchase for $104
Unlimited Data
Data
Unlimited Data
11Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
Speed
11Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
$60
per month
$0 setup fees, $60 min. total cost
Price
$60 per month
$0 setup fees, $60 min. total cost
Aussie Broadband NBN Basic
NBN
Month-to-month
Best Rated Brand
  • Month-to-month
  • BYO modem or purchase from $180
Unlimited Data
Data
Unlimited Data
11Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
Speed
11Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
$69
per month
$0 setup fees, $69 min. total cost
Price
$69 per month
$0 setup fees, $69 min. total cost
iiNet NBN12 Liimitless Data
NBN
Month-to-month
  • Month-to-month
  • BYO modem or $0 modem if you stay connected for 24 months. T&Cs apply
Unlimited Data
Data
Unlimited Data
12Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
Speed
12Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
$69.99
per month
$0 setup fees, $69.99 min. total cost
Price
$69.99 per month
$0 setup fees, $69.99 min. total cost
TPG NBN12 6 Month
NBN
Month-to-month
  • Month-to-month
  • BYO modem or $0 modem if you stay connected for 6 months. T&Cs apply
Unlimited Data
Data
Unlimited Data
12Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
Speed
12Mbps
nbnâ„¢12
$69.99
per month
$0 setup fees, $419.94 min. total cost
Price
$69.99 per month
$0 setup fees, $419.94 min. total cost
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Best NBN 12 plan for December 2024

The best NBN plan is usually the most affordable one that still offers fast speeds and key features, such as 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 4-month promo pricing. You'll pay $39 for the first 4 months, then $52.90 a month ongoing.

Flip NBN Value

12 Mbps
Typical evening speed
Unlimited
Data
$39
per month for 4 months
Flip NBN Value logo

Get this plan for $39/mth for the first 4 months, then $52.90/mth. Eligibility criteria, T&Cs apply.

Flip also offers a seniors discount on this plan which knocks $5 off the ongoing price after the 6-month promotion.

Is NBN 12 fast enough?

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.

Pros

  • Designed for a household with minimal users online, around 1–2 people
  • Works well for simple tasks such as browsing the internet, using social media, voice calls and sending emails
  • You can stream videos in high definition, but it may not work reliably for multiple simultaneous streams

Cons

  • Not a great option if you're working from home or your online activities go beyond the basics
  • Not many providers offer NBN 12 plans anymore so your choices are limited

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.

According to Finder's Consumer Sentiment Tracker, 71% of Aussies say they're satisfied with their speeds on NBN 12.

How much do NBN 12 plans cost?

The average monthly cost of fixed-line NBN 12 plans on Finder is around $62 a month as of December 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 12 vs NBN 25

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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