NBN 500 is the new broadband sweet spot — here's why I recommend a 500Mbps plan for most Aussie households
Thinking of switching your NBN plan? Here's why I recommend 500Mbps for most Australian households.
When considering a new NBN plan for your Australian household, the NBN 500 speed tier should be at the top of your list. This recommendation comes from Tom's Guide's resident broadband expert, who has analyzed plans from over 30 providers to find the best deals. The NBN 500 plan offers a significant speed boost over the NBN 50 tier, with download speeds of up to 500Mbps.
For most Aussie homes, this level of speed provides ample bandwidth to accommodate multiple users and devices simultaneously, all without interruptions. Whether you're streaming 4K content on multiple screens, engaging in online gaming, downloading large files, or conducting video calls for work, NBN 500 has you covered. The cost difference between NBN 500 and slower tiers is minimal when compared to the practical benefits.
For instance, NBN 500 costs just AU$0.20 per megabit, making it a cost-effective choice for those looking to upgrade their internet speed.
Written by urgent.news from Tom's Guide's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — it may contain errors, so check the original before relying on it.
