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Last updated: 16 May 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The NBN offers six standard speed tiers in 2026: NBN 25, 50, 100, 250, 1000 and 2000. NBN 50 is the sweet spot for most Australian households ($70\u2013$85\/month). NBN 25 is the entry-level option ($55\u2013$70). NBN 100 ($80\u2013$100) is the right pick for larger households with multiple streamers or gamers. NBN 250 and above are only available on FTTP and HFC connections, and most homes don’t need them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide covers every tier with current 2026 prices, what each one suits, and which provider is the best pick at each speed. For the broader question of how to compare plans, see our how to compare and choose an NBN plan guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NBN speed tiers at a glance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

NBN plans come in six standard speeds. The table below shows each tier and what it’s best for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plan Name<\/th>Download Speed (Mbps)<\/th>Upload Speed (Mbps)<\/th>Typical 2026 Price<\/th>Suitable For<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
NBN 25 \u2013 Basic II Speed<\/td>25<\/td>5<\/td>$55\u2013$70\/mo<\/td>Singles or couples, HD streaming, light browsing<\/td><\/tr>
NBN 50 \u2013 Standard Plus<\/td>50<\/td>20<\/td>$70\u2013$85\/mo<\/td>Most families, working from home, multiple video streams<\/td><\/tr>
NBN 100 \u2013 Fast Speed<\/td>100<\/td>20<\/td>$80\u2013$100\/mo<\/td>Larger households, 4K streaming, gaming, sharehouses<\/td><\/tr>
NBN 250 \u2013 Superfast<\/td>250<\/td>25<\/td>$100\u2013$120\/mo<\/td>Heavy users (FTTP and HFC only)<\/td><\/tr>
NBN 1000 \u2013 Ultrafast<\/td>1000<\/td>50<\/td>$110\u2013$130\/mo<\/td>Power users, large multi-user homes (FTTP and HFC only)<\/td><\/tr>
NBN 2000 \u2013 Hyperfast<\/td>2000<\/td>100<\/td>$180\u2013$220\/mo<\/td>Edge cases; most homes won’t use it (FTTP only)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Not every tier is available at every address. Your NBN connection type<\/a> determines what you can actually use. FTTN, FTTC, FTTB and fixed wireless are capped at NBN 100 even if the plan exists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pricing by tier in 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Typical retail price ranges by NBN speed tier<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Pricing ranges reflect the gap between cheapest providers (Tangerine, Exetel, SpinTel) and premium providers (Aussie Broadband, Telstra). The extra $10\u2013$20\/month at the premium end typically buys you better evening speeds and Australian based customer support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Real evening speeds by tier<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The advertised speed on a plan is the maximum. What you actually get during peak hours (7\u201311pm) is usually a bit lower because everyone in your area is online at the same time. The ACCC publishes quarterly evening speed reports that track real world performance for each provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Typical evening speed vs max speed by NBN tier (and a few alternatives for context)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

For full detail across all connection types and providers, see our Australian internet speed comparison<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NBN 25 \u2014 for whom?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The entry-level tier. 25 Mbps download is enough for one person who doesn’t game and only streams in HD. Couples can usually get by on it too if they don’t both video-call at once. Not enough for families or 4K streaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typical 2026 price:<\/strong> $55\u2013$70\/month. Cheapest options:<\/strong> Tangerine, Exetel, SpinTel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NBN 50 \u2014 for whom?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The most popular tier in Australia. Right choice for most households of 2\u20134 people. Handles two simultaneous HD video calls plus the usual browsing and streaming. Works comfortably for working from home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typical 2026 price:<\/strong> $70\u2013$85\/month. Best picks:<\/strong> Aussie Broadband, Superloop, Exetel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NBN 100 \u2014 for whom?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For larger households (4+ people), regular 4K streaming on multiple TVs at once, gaming households, or sharehouses. Around half of Australian households who care about speed end up here. NBN 100 is also a smart upgrade from NBN 50 if you spend a lot of time uploading large files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typical 2026 price:<\/strong> $80\u2013$100\/month. Best picks:<\/strong> Aussie Broadband, Superloop, Internode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NBN 250 \u2014 for whom?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Only available on FTTP and HFC connections. Heavy users who push a lot of data. Video editors uploading project files, content creators, multi-user 4K streaming households. Most homes don’t need this much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typical 2026 price:<\/strong> $100\u2013$120\/month. Best picks:<\/strong> Aussie Broadband, Superloop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NBN 1000 \u2014 for whom?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Power users on FTTP or HFC who want gigabit speeds. Worth it for large multi-user households doing simultaneous 4K streaming + large file uploads + gaming, or for small home offices with cloud heavy workflows. Overkill for almost everyone else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typical 2026 price:<\/strong> $110\u2013$130\/month. Best picks:<\/strong> Aussie Broadband, Superloop, Exetel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NBN 2000 \u2014 for whom?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The newest tier. Only available on FTTP connections at addresses that have been specifically provisioned for it. 2 Gbps download and 100 Mbps upload. For most people this is well beyond useful, but it’s there for power users and businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typical 2026 price:<\/strong> $180\u2013$220\/month. Best picks:<\/strong> Aussie Broadband, Superloop (handful of providers offer it).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which NBN tier should I get?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Quick decision guide based on household size and use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n