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VPNs for ad-blocking As with any broadband technology, there’s a laundry list of reasons why you might be experiencing broadband speeds slower than what you signed up for. And by virtue of the multiple speed choices offered, many Australians have been left scratching their heads over which NBN speed tier they need and what their internet speed should be once they’ve got it. Well, you’re in the right place. Here’s your complete guide to each NBN speed tier and which one best suits you. 50 Mbps should be enough to watch one 4K stream and a couple of HD streams at the same time, possibly with a little leftover to post your hot takes on Twitter. Plus, with 20 Mbps to work with when it comes to uploads, your video calls will be crisp and clear. NBN 50 also happens to have some of the best value plans, with regular promotions bringing them below the $60/month mark. See the most cheapest NBN 50 deals below. NBN 100 should be enough for each member of the household to get their work done, watch their favourite TV show and play the occasional online game. Really, it should only struggle if there are half a dozen or so people using it at the same time. It’s also a popular choice among keen online gamers, streamers and content creators, as the potential for up to 40 Mbps upload speed makes for ultra-smooth live streaming and video uploads. If you think NBN Fast is right for you, here are the most cheapest NBN 100 plans. NBN 250 is enough to do pretty much anything online, and do it blazingly fast. Interestingly, you can actually get better upload speeds with an NBN 100/40 plan, which is something to keep in mind if you’re constantly working with large cloud-based files or software. To see if you’re eligible for one of the most cheapest NBN 250 plans below, click the ‘Go’ link next to it and punch in your address. There’s pretty much nothing you can’t do with download and upload speeds this fast. Honestly, it would be a waste of money for most users, but if you’re a hardcore live streamer, gamer, busy creative or simply want to flex on your mates, NBN 1000 will do you just fine. You’ll find the most cheapest NBN 1000 plans below. Just click ‘Go’ next to the plan you like, enter your address and see if it’ll work with your setup. On the downside, because most streaming services that offer 4K content require a minimum of 25 Mbps to do so, you’ll likely experience buffering - especially if you plan on using the internet for any other reason simultaneously. Upload-wise, 5 Mbps isn’t anything to write home about, but it’ll be enough to conduct reasonably clear video calls and upload the odd medium-sized file. If your job requires you to upload lots of large files on a regular basis, NBN 25 probably won’t be fast enough for you. Below are the most cheapest NBN 25 plans right now. We only recommend NBN 12 plans for those who only require the internet for sending and receiving emails, online shopping and streaming the occasional movie. It’s a popular tier among seniors and those on a strict budget, but since it often comes with a small monthly data allowance instead of unlimited data, it certainly won’t suit most users. Regardless, if you think NBN 12 will work for you, here are the most cheapest plans in that speed tier. It’s more likely you will hit closer to the average of 85.6 Mbps during busy hours, which is still great but not quite as fast as your connection has the potential for. Each NBN speed tier has a maximum potential speed that looks pretty on paper but there many opposing forces that keep that maximum speed out of reach: the NBN technology used at your address, congestion on the network during busy hours and the available CVC at your POI all have an impact on your speed. This is why the ACCC has encouraged Australian ISPs to advertise their typical evening speeds for a more accurate figure. If your speed test results are anywhere between the average and the maximum potential speed, let’s say 85 to 100 Mbps for Fast NBN 100, you’re getting your money’s worth. Here’s a rough guide to give you an idea of whether your current speed tier is delivering the goods. Run a speed test while connected to your home Wi-Fi using the widget below and compare the results with the table underneath. It’s possible your current provider hasn’t purchased enough CVC in your area’s POI, causing congestion on the network. Not to be confused with megabytes (which is used to measure file size), Mbps or “megabits per second” is the metric used to measure the speed of data transfers across the internet. This standard measurement is used by internet service providers across the world. More Mbps allows you to transfer more data at once, which gives you faster downloads and more bandwidth between multiple devices. ISP That one’s easy. ISP stands for Internet Service Provider. Your ISP is the company that supplies your broadband connection, such as Telstra or Optus. Typical evening speed: The ACCC has tasked ISPs with selling speeds based on real-world averages. If a network advertises 100 Mbps but can’t deliver that on average, they could land in hot water with the ACCC. This is why you will see ISPs advertise “typical evening speeds” - a more realistic expectation of what to expect when signing up to a plan. CVC/POI When the NBN rolls out in a suburb, ISPs are required to purchase CVC or “connectivity virtual circuit” at that suburb’s POI or “Point of Interconnect”. CVC is essentially the bandwidth on the NBN that ISPs purchase to sell to you. The more CVC your provider purchases, the more homes it can connect in your suburb. ISPs estimate how many customers they will connect in a given area and purchase an equivalent amount CVC. If the provider underestimates the amount of CVC needed in your area, you may experience congested speeds.
