Compare nbn plans provided by MATE
At MATE, it’s no secret that we have some of Australia’s best nbn plans. But which of our nbn plans is right for you? At MATE, we have a range of nbn plans that are designed for a number of different lifestyles, from senior citizens, everyday streamers to online gamers. Our friendly and knowledgeable team is always on hand to help you choose the right nbn plan and ensure you are getting the best value for your money. Plus, with MATE, there are no lock-in contracts or hidden fees, so you have the freedom and flexibility to change your plan as your needs evolve. Join the thousands of satisfied customers who have made MATE their choice for reliable, high-speed nbn in Australia.
As well as this, the nbn rollout is essentially complete. The nbn network has been introduced into almost every area in Australia. Since most people are already connected, when they look for a provider they look for the best value nbn deal. They also look for an nbn provider that won’t give them a lot of hassle, one that makes things simple and easy with pleasureful support avenues that aren’t frustrating to deal with. There are many people throughout Australia who are looking to sign up to an nbn plan for the first time or change to a different nbn plan in order to get more value out of their connection to the nbn network.
At MATE, we offer a range of nbn plans designed to suit different lifestyles and household needs.
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Each of our nbn plans is crafted to suit different internet habits — whether you’re a student, a young family, a busy household with multiple devices online at once, or someone who relies heavily on fast, reliable internet for gaming, working from home, or running a business. No matter your lifestyle, we have a plan to keep you connected and supported with great speeds and unlimited data.
Although these nbn plans are designed for different ways of life, you can rely on us to have some essential similarities between the plans. When you sign up for an nbn plan from MATE, you can rely on us to include uncapped data, no contracts, no setups, no plan change fees and, of course, our all-Aussie customer service/support team that is ready to help you with any concerns or questions that you might have. As well as this, all of our nbn plans come complete with our one-month money back guarantee. If you’re not satisfied with your nbn plan, all you have to do is let us know before your second month, and we’ll cancel your nbn plan, giving you a full refund of your plan fee.
Before we talk about our great nbn plans, it helps to understand a couple of key terms so you know exactly what you’re getting. When you see “Mbps”, it stands for megabits per second and is the unit used to measure how fast your internet can upload and download data. This is also how we measure your plan’s “typical busy period” speed, which is the speed you can expect between 7pm and 11pm when most people are online.
The nbn network is divided into different speed tiers, designed to suit a variety of households and online habits. Here is an overview of the current nbn speed tiers and what you can expect from each one:
Home Basic II (nbn 25)
- Suitable for 1–2 people
- Stream in HD on one device
- Light gaming and video calls
- Download a 10GB file in around 65 minutes
- Upload a 1GB file in around 34 minutes
Home Standard (nbn 50)
- Perfect for 2–4 people
- Stream HD or 4K on 1–2 devices
- Capable of online gaming and regular video calls
- Download a 10GB file in around 28–65 minutes (depending on technology type)
- Upload a 1GB file in around 9–34 minutes
Home Fast I (nbn 100 – FTTN/FTTB/FTTC only)
- Great for busy households with 4–6 people
- Multiple 4K streams at once
- Smoother cloud gaming and remote work
- Download a 10GB file in around 15–65 minutes
- Upload a 1GB file in around 9–34 minutes
Home Fast II (nbn 500 – FTTP/HFC only)
- Built for homes with 10+ devices online
- Smoother 4K streaming on many devices at once
- Fast cloud gaming and large file transfers
- Download a 10GB file in around 3 minutes
- Upload a 1GB file in around 4 minutes
Home Superfast (nbn 750 – FTTP/HFC only)
- Ideal for high-demand homes and advanced users
- 4K streaming on multiple devices with no buffering
- Great for large downloads and heavy usage
- Download a 10GB file in around 2 minutes
- Upload a 1GB file in around 4 minutes
Home Ultrafast (nbn 1000 – FTTP/HFC only)
- Excellent for creators, gamers and large households
- Reliable 4K/8K streaming across 10+ devices
- Download a 10GB file in around 1.5 minutes
- Upload a 1GB file in around 2 minutes
Actual performance depends on your nbn technology type, in-home setup and the network environment.
Since the main difference between nbn plans is the speed tier, it’s important to choose one that suits your household — whether that’s casual browsing and social media or more demanding activities like working from home, 4K streaming or online gaming. For more guidance on what speed tier you might need, you can read more here.
Before choosing a plan, make sure you have the equipment needed to connect to the nbn network. First, check if your home is ready for nbn. If you’ve moved into a new home, it may already be connected. You can look this up using the official rollout map here.
If your home is nbn-ready, you will need a modem or router to access the network. If you already have a compatible device, simply choose one of our nbn plans here. If you need a new device, MATE offers two plug-and-play, nbn-ready options:
- TP-Link VX230v: An all-in-one modem/router that supports Wi-Fi 6, home phone services (VoIP) and is compatible with all nbn connection types including FTTN and FTTB.
- TP-Link HB210 Pro: A high-performance Wi-Fi 7 mesh router designed for FTTP, HFC, FTTC and Fixed Wireless. This router does not support VoIP or VDSL but is ideal for high-speed and multi-device households.
Both devices arrive pre-configured for plug-and-play setup, saving you time and eliminating complicated settings. Just connect your new modem/router and you’re good to go.
If you’d like to learn more about these modem options and how they work with our internet plans, you can read more here.
At MATE, we offer our plans in three ways. We can either offer you a nbn plan by itself, for those who have all the hardware and don’t need any other equipment. As well as this, we also offer two bundles with each of our plans, offering the nbn with either a 5G mobile plan or a home phone service, so that you can stay connected to your friends and family. To find out more about how adding a mobile phone or home phone service can affect those monthly costs, visit our nbn plans page here.
Whether you’re looking for a simple connection for browsing or a powerhouse plan for maximum speed, MATE has an nbn plan for you. Check out our full range of nbn plans or call our all-Aussie team on 13 14 13 to get connected!
Regardless of the nbn plan that you need, you can rely on the all-Aussie support team here at MATE to help you out. Our support team has already helped thousands of Australians get the nbn plans that they need, our dedicated customer service and support teams are still hard at work to help out new and existing customers with their connection to the nbn network.
As a result, there’s never been a better time to sign up to one of our nbn plans, complete with uncapped data, no setup fees and no lock-in contracts, so you can change your plan in order to work with changes in your lifestyle. If you’d like to learn more about our range of nbn plans or find out how our customer support team can help you with an existing nbn connection, give us a call on 13 14 13 or check out our nbn plans page today.
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Other frequently asked questions about nbn
How is the nbn network installed and connected to my home or business premises?
The installation of the nbn network into your home or business is designed to be as efficient and comfortable as possible. If you’re having the nbn network installed directly into your home for the first time, an adult over 18 will need to be present to let the installer in and approve the work completed.
Typically, you’ll need to work with the installer to decide on the ideal location for your device to be installed, considering easy access for you and where it can be efficiently connected to the network’s external device.
For certain connection types like FTTN/FTTB, where no additional equipment is needed inside, your connection will simply use an existing telephone socket.
What nbn plan is right for me?
At MATE, we have a range of nbn plans that are designed to suit different lifestyles. Whether you live in a small household or need high-speed internet for a large family or group, we’ve got you covered. From our Crikey 25/10 plan to the Scorchin’ Fast 2000 plan, there’s something for everyone.
It’s important to note that actual speeds are not only influenced by the type of plan you have but also by your nbn connection type. For example, if you have a plan that provides you with a typical busy period download speed of 48Mbps but you’re connected to the nbn network via FTTN technology, your average internet speed may be slightly slower.
Beyond this, there are many other factors that can affect your internet speed, such as your location, proximity to a Fixed Wireless position (especially for rural users), and the quality of your devices.
Who will be getting access to the nbn network?
Quite simply, the nbn network is dedicated to providing high-speed internet connections to every home and business across Australia. nbn™ hopes to achieve this goal, aiming to ensure that everyone can enjoy the full benefits of the internet at high speeds, regardless of their location in the country. The government has already completed most of the nbn rollout, meaning that most Australians should now have an active nbn connection or have it available for installation.
If you want to know how you’re connected to the nbn network, there’s a very easy way to find out. Before you select one of MATE’s many nbn plans, you’ll be asked to enter your address and see if your home or business is connected to the nbn network and how it’s been or will be connected to the nbn network. With this information, you’ll be able to determine what type of nbn plan will best suit your home or business.
What do I need to prepare for the nbn network?
As the nbn network is rolled out, it has replaced the existing copper telephone infrastructure, which means that services that once existed on this infrastructure have been terminated. If you’re in an existing property, there’s minimal preparation needed on your part for the nbn to set up its network; nbn™ will handle most of the internal setup, although there are a few exceptions. However, for a new property, you may need a private technician to provide a trench and conduit for the fibre cabling installation.
Thankfully, getting your phones and internet-ready devices prepared for the nbn network is straightforward. Simply call an nbn provider like MATE and talk to them about what plan would best suit your lifestyle. At MATE, we’re all about delivering value and connecting you smoothly. If you want your devices on the nbn network as soon as possible, check out our range of high-quality, high-speed nbn plans on our website, or you can live chat with us online or email us at [email protected].
