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Internet & NBN Plan Comparison Calculator
Find NBN plans at your speed
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Not sure what speed you need?
A rough guide only. Your connection type and home wi-fi also affect the speed you get.
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How to compare NBN and internet plans
Most households pick an internet plan once and never look at it again, even though prices and speeds change all the time. This calculator shows each plan's monthly cost, speed and cost per Mbps side by side, so you can see whether you are paying for speed you do not use, or missing out on a better deal.
Step 1: Work out the speed you actually need
A single person who browses and streams in one room needs far less than a family gaming, working from home and streaming on several screens at once. Start with the speed tier you are on now and ask whether it feels slow at busy times.
Step 2: Enter the monthly price and speed
Use the price you will pay after any introductory discount ends. For speed, use the typical evening speed the provider advertises, as this is what you are likely to get at the busiest time of day.
Step 3: Tick what is included
Check whether a modem is included or charged separately, whether there is a contract or exit fee, and whether the plan includes things like a static IP or home phone.
What to check before you switch
- Introductory discounts. Many plans are cheaper for the first few months. Always compare the ongoing price.
- Typical evening speed. Providers publish the typical speed you can expect between 7pm and 11pm. Two plans on the same tier can perform differently at night.
- Modem costs and contracts. A free modem can come with a fee if you leave early. Month-to-month plans give you the freedom to switch again later.
- The Critical Information Summary. Every provider must give you a short summary of the plan's key terms, fees and minimum cost. Use it to compare plans fairly.
- Your connection type. What speeds you can get depends on the NBN technology at your address. Check your address with your provider or NBN Co before choosing a faster tier.
Frequently asked questions
What does cost per Mbps mean?
It is the monthly price divided by the speed. It helps you see whether a faster plan is better value, or whether you are paying a lot more for a small jump in speed.
Will I lose my internet when I switch providers?
There can be a short gap while the new service is connected. Many providers can arrange the switch so the downtime is minimal. Ask your new provider before you cancel the old one.
Does this calculator show me available plans?
Yes, for a selection of popular Australian providers. The plan finder lists plans at the speed you choose, with their typical evening speed and first-year cost. It does not cover every plan on the market, so it is worth checking a few providers yourself too. Nothing you enter is sent to a provider.