Belong vs Mate: Which is the best NBN provider?
Updated 31 August 2026. Plan prices on this page pull live from our database. Ratings are from 13 first-person reviewer ratings (Belong 9, Mate 4).
Belong, owned by Telstra, generally offers a cheaper entry point for NBN plans compared to Mate. While Belong's customer reviews are mixed, Mate positions itself as a straightforward option for those seeking a no-frills internet connection. Ultimately, your choice between Belong and Mate will come down to whether you prioritise a lower initial cost or are willing to pay a bit more.
NBN plans from $80/mth · Partner
Belong and Mate are both reputable broadband internet providers in Australia.
Deciding which NBN or wireless internet company to sign up to is not an easy task. To make this process easier we have provided a side by side comparison of Belong and Mate internet providers in the table below.
Disclaimer: All the data in the table is based on the opinions of people who have submitted reviews to this site over the last 24 months. We screen the reviews very thoroughly to ensure only accurate reviews get through. Please do your own research.
| Criteria | Belong | Mate |
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| Overall Rating |
3.1
Belong has a overall rating of 3.1 out of 5 based on 9 reviews. Belong is an ok broadband internet provider according to our users. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Recommended | 56% of people who have written reviews on this site would recommend Belong to their friends as a broadband internet provider. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Reliability |
3.3 Belong's reliability is rated as ok by our users. Belong has an overall rating of 3.3 out of 5 for reliability. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Customer Service |
3.2 Belong's customer service is rated as ok by our users. Belong has an overall rating of 3.2 out of 5 for customer service. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Value for Money |
2.9 Belong is rated as ok for value for money by our users. Belong has an overall rating of 2.9 out of 5 for value for money. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Technical Support |
2.9 Belong's technical support is rated as ok by our users. Belong has an overall rating of 2.9 out of 5 for technical support. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Australian based technical support | Yes, Belong does have Australian based technical support. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Call Centre Location | Belong uses call centres based in Australia. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Services Offered | Belong offers a range of broadband and internet related services including NBN internet plans. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Cost of 25Mbps NBN Plan with unlimited data |
Belong - Starter: 25Mbps, unlimited data for $75 per month. |
Mate - Crikey: 25Mbps, unlimited data for $80 per month. |
| Cost of 50Mbps NBN Plan with unlimited data |
Belong - Standard Plus: 50Mbps, unlimited data for $91 per month. |
Mate - Ripper: 49Mbps, unlimited data for $90 per month. Mate - No Dramas Wireless: 48Mbps, unlimited data for $90 per month. |
| Cost of wireless broadband plan |
Belong - Mobile Broadband 20GB (): 150Mbps, 20 GB for $20 per month. |
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| Contact Details |
Belong's phone number is: 1300 235 656 and website is: belong.com.au |
Mate's phone number is: 13 14 13 and website is: letsbemates.com.au |
| Read Reviews | Read reviews of Belong. | Read reviews of Mate. |
| Go to Belong | Go to Mate |
Belong and Mate NBN25 plans (25Mbps download speed)
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Starter
NBN - Fixed Line
25 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$75/mth | Go to site |
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Crikey
NBN - Fixed Line
25 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$80/mth
$55 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
Belong and Mate NBN50 plans (50Mbps download speed)
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Ripper
NBN - Fixed Line
49 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$90/mth
$70 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
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No Dramas Wireless
NBN - Fixed Wireless
48 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$90/mth
$70 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
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Standard Plus
NBN - Fixed Line
50 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$91/mth | Go to site |
Belong and Mate Ultrafast plans (>100Mbps download speed)
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Premium
NBN - Fixed Line
100 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$95/mth
$47 for first 2 months |
Go to site |
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Fast
NBN - Fixed Line
500 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$95/mth
$47 for first 2 months |
Go to site |
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No Worries
NBN - Fixed Line
97 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$100/mth
$75 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
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No Worries
NBN - Fixed Line
485 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$100/mth
$75 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
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No Worries Wireless
NBN - Fixed Wireless
90 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$100/mth
$75 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
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Ultrafast
NBN - Fixed Line
815 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$110/mth
$55 for first 2 months |
Go to site |
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You Beaut
NBN - Fixed Line
97 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$110/mth
$85 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
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Fair Dinkum
NBN - Fixed Line
713 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$125/mth
$100 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
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Fair Dinkum Wireless
NBN - Fixed Wireless
95 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$125/mth
$100 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
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Flamin' Fast
NBN - Fixed Line
913 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$126/mth
$101 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
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Scorchin' Fast 2000/200
NBN - Fixed Line
1831 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$166/mth
$141 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
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Scorchin' Fast
NBN - Fixed Line
1831 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$166/mth
$141 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
Summary of Belong and Mate comparison
Please note that summary below is based on reviews submitted to this website and represents the views of the people who wrote the reviews.
Mate doesn't have enough reviews yet for a published rating, so we cannot compare it against Belong (3.1 out of 5 from 9 reviews). Compare their plans above, and if you are a Mate customer we would love to hear how it is going.
How to decide between Belong and Mate? - next steps
- Read reviews of Belong and Mate to see what people think of these companies
- Visit the website of each company and do some of your own research - Belong and Mate
- Decide how fast your connection need to be and how much data you need then use our broadband plan finder to narrow down the list of plans and find the best plan that suits your budget
- Choose the plan that best suits your needs and budget. Remember, that you can easily change plans but changing broadband internet providers is more difficult so it is really important that you choose a solid internet provider.
Frequently asked questions about Belong vs Mate
Is Belong better than Mate?
Belong has 9 verified reviews on Oz Broadband Reviews and an overall rating of 3.1 out of 5. Mate has fewer than 5 reviews so we don't yet show an aggregate rating. Read the individual reviews above to form your own view.
Which is cheaper for NBN50, Belong or Mate?
Belong's cheapest NBN50 plan is the Standard Plus at $91/month ongoing. Mate's cheapest NBN50 plan is the Ripper at $70/month intro for 6 months, then $90/month. Mate is cheaper on the ongoing price after any intro period ends.
Which has better customer service, Belong or Mate?
Belong scores 3.2 out of 5 on customer service vs Mate's 2.8, based on verified reviews on Oz Broadband Reviews. If onshore support matters, Belong's call centre is based in Australia and Mate's is based in Australia.
What plans do Belong and Mate offer?
Belong offers 5 NBN plans and 3 wireless plans. Mate offers 12 NBN plans. See the full plan tables above for prices, speeds and data limits.
Where are Belong and Mate's call centres?
Belong's customer support is based in Australia. Mate's customer support is based in Australia. Call centre location can affect support hours and accent comprehension if onshore support is important to you.
How do I switch from Belong to Mate (or Mate to Belong)?
Switching NBN providers in Australia is straightforward. The new provider handles the transfer once you sign up and provide your address. There's usually no contract overlap if your current plan is month-to-month, but check for early termination fees on contracted plans. Phone numbers can usually be ported, and the service typically continues uninterrupted on the same NBN line.
What customers say
About Belong
Setup process was easy. Technician was punctual and helpful. I've only had 1 noteworthy outage in 12 months. Their support was a bit vague - not sure if…
Belong has been reliable with consistent speeds and good value for money. The service has improved over time, and it’s been a hassle-free experience for…
About Mate
Mate is generally fine for service quality, but my concern is that they use reversible encryption for storing passwords. Many people may not know what…
They're generally okay and pretty stable. They aren't great at notifications about planned outages u til they've already started half the time.
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