Dodo vs Pentanet: Which is the best NBN provider?
Updated 31 August 2026. Plan prices on this page pull live from our database. Ratings are from 8 first-person reviewer ratings (Dodo 8, Pentanet 0).
Dodo and Pentanet offer different approaches to NBN, with Dodo generally being the more budget-friendly option on entry level plans. On the other hand, Pentanet costs more for its Lite plan, and while we don't have enough reviews to comment on its performance yet, it targets a different segment of the market. This comparison will help you weigh up Dodo's established value against Pentanet's offerings.
Dodo and Pentanet 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 Dodo and Pentanet 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 | Dodo | Pentanet |
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| Overall Rating |
3.5
Dodo has a overall rating of 3.5 out of 5 based on 8 reviews. Dodo is a good broadband internet provider according to our users. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Recommended | 63% of people who have written reviews on this site would recommend Dodo to their friends as a broadband internet provider. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Reliability |
3.3 Dodo's reliability is rated as ok by our users. Dodo has an overall rating of 3.3 out of 5 for reliability. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Customer Service |
3.6 Dodo's customer service is rated as good by our users. Dodo has an overall rating of 3.6 out of 5 for customer service. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Value for Money |
3.3 Dodo is rated as ok for value for money by our users. Dodo has an overall rating of 3.3 out of 5 for value for money. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Technical Support |
3.6 Dodo's technical support is rated as good by our users. Dodo has an overall rating of 3.6 out of 5 for technical support. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Australian based technical support | No, Dodo uses a mix of Australian based and overseas call centres for technical support. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Call Centre Location | Dodo uses call centres based in Overseas. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Services Offered | Dodo offers a range of broadband and internet related services including NBN and 4G internet plans. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Cost of 25Mbps NBN Plan with unlimited data |
Dodo - Everyday NBN25/10: 25Mbps, unlimited data for $73.99 per month. Dodo - Everyday NBN25 FW: 23Mbps, unlimited data for $73.99 per month. |
Pentanet - Lite: 24Mbps, unlimited data for $83 per month. |
| Cost of 50Mbps NBN Plan with unlimited data |
Dodo - Value NBN50/20: 50Mbps, unlimited data for $87.99 per month. |
Pentanet - Everyday: 44Mbps, unlimited data for $94 per month. |
| Cost of wireless broadband plan | ||
| Contact Details |
Dodo's phone number is: 13 36 36 and website is: dodo.com.au |
Pentanet's phone number is: 08 6189 7100 and website is: pentanet.com.au |
| Read Reviews | Read reviews of Dodo. | Read reviews of Pentanet. |
| Go to Dodo | Go to Pentanet |
Dodo and Pentanet NBN25 plans (25Mbps download speed)
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Everyday NBN25 FW
NBN - Fixed Wireless
23 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$73.99/mth
$43.99 for first 6 months |
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Everyday NBN25/10
NBN - Fixed Line
25 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$73.99/mth
$43.99 for first 6 months |
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Lite
NBN - Fixed Line
24 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$83/mth | Go to site |
Dodo and Pentanet NBN50 plans (50Mbps download speed)
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Value NBN50/20
NBN - Fixed Line
50 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$87.99/mth
$57.99 for first 6 months |
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Everyday
NBN - Fixed Line
44 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$94/mth | Go to site |
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nbn 50/20
NBN - Fixed Line
50 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$102/mth | Go to site |
Dodo and Pentanet Ultrafast plans (>100Mbps download speed)
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Fast Plus NBN500/50
NBN - Fixed Line
500 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$92.99/mth
$62.99 for first 6 months |
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Fast NBN100/20
NBN - Fixed Line
100 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$92.99/mth
$62.99 for first 6 months |
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Family
NBN - Fixed Line
420 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$99/mth
$89 for first 12 months |
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Power
NBN - Fixed Wireless
120 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$99/mth
$69 for first 12 months |
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Superfast NBN750/50
NBN - Fixed Line
740 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$99.99/mth
$69.99 for first 6 months |
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nbn 100/20
NBN - Fixed Line
100 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$109/mth
$99 for first 12 months |
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nbn 500/50
NBN - Fixed Line
500 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$109/mth
$99 for first 12 months |
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Performance
NBN - Fixed Wireless
200 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$109/mth
$79 for first 12 months |
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nbn 250/100
NBN - Fixed Line
250 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$109/mth | Go to site |
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Ultrafast NBN1000/100
NBN - Fixed Line
800 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$109.99/mth
$79.99 for first 6 months |
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Elite
NBN - Fixed Line
600 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$119/mth
$99 for first 12 months |
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nbn 100/40
NBN - Fixed Line
100 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$119/mth
$109 for first 12 months |
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Prime
NBN - Fixed Line
800 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$129/mth
$104 for first 12 months |
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nbn 750/50
NBN - Fixed Line
750 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$129/mth
$109 for first 12 months |
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nbn 1000/100
NBN - Fixed Line
1000 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$139/mth
$114 for first 12 months |
Go to site |
Summary of Dodo and Pentanet 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.
Pentanet doesn't have enough reviews yet for a published rating, so we cannot compare it against Dodo (3.5 out of 5 from 8 reviews). Compare their plans above, and if you are a Pentanet customer we would love to hear how it is going.
How to decide between Dodo and Pentanet? - next steps
- Read reviews of Dodo and Pentanet to see what people think of these companies
- Visit the website of each company and do some of your own research - Dodo and Pentanet
- 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 Dodo vs Pentanet
Is Dodo better than Pentanet?
Dodo has 8 verified reviews on Oz Broadband Reviews and an overall rating of 3.5 out of 5. Pentanet 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, Dodo or Pentanet?
Dodo's cheapest NBN50 plan is the Value NBN50/20 at $57.99/month intro for 6 months, then $87.99/month. Pentanet's cheapest NBN50 plan is the Everyday at $94/month ongoing. Dodo is cheaper on the ongoing price after any intro period ends.
What plans do Dodo and Pentanet offer?
Dodo offers 8 NBN plans. Pentanet offers 17 NBN plans. See the full plan tables above for prices, speeds and data limits.
Where are Dodo and Pentanet's call centres?
Dodo's customer support is based overseas. Pentanet's customer support is based in Perth. Call centre location can affect support hours and accent comprehension if onshore support is important to you.
How do I switch from Dodo to Pentanet (or Pentanet to Dodo)?
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 Dodo
Dod were great arranging the new fibre to the property.
Low downtime, Actual speeds way less than promised
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