Flip vs Starlink - Which is the best NBN internet provider?
Starlink is a global satellite internet provider, owned by Elon Musk's SpaceX, primarily serving regional and remote Australian homes where NBN struggles. Flip, on the other hand, is an Australian-owned NBN reseller, known for its budget-friendly plans and straightforward service, often praised in reviews for its no-frills approach. This comparison looks at two very different beasts; one is for those with limited options, the other for those chasing value on the NBN.
Flip and Starlink 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 Flip and Starlink 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 | Flip | Starlink |
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| Flip is a budget nbn brand that has been around for several years and migrated its 26,000 customers onto Swoop infrastructure in early 2025. Plans cover nbn 25 through nbn 100, all unlimited, with low intro pricing. Flip is a value play, not a premium brand, and it suits households who want a working unlimited plan at the cheapest end of the market without being on a major telco. | Starlink is a satellite internet service owned and operated by Elon Musk's SpaceX. Launched in Australia in 2021 and now available across much of the world, its low-orbit satellites deliver far faster speeds and lower latency than traditional satellite, making it a popular fixed-line alternative in rural and remote areas. | |
| Go to Flip | Go to Starlink | |
| Overall Rating | [Not enough reviews] | [Not enough reviews] |
| Recommended | [Not enough reviews] | [Not enough reviews] |
| Reliability | [Not enough reviews] | [Not enough reviews] |
| Customer Service | [Not enough reviews] | [Not enough reviews] |
| Value for Money | [Not enough reviews] | [Not enough reviews] |
| Technical Support | [Not enough reviews] | [Not enough reviews] |
| Australian based technical support | [Not enough reviews] | [Not enough reviews] |
| Call Centre Location | [Not enough reviews] | [Not enough reviews] |
| Services Offered | [Not enough reviews] | [Not enough reviews] |
| Cost of 25Mbps NBN Plan with unlimited data |
Flip - Premium: 25Mbps, unlimited data for $65.9 per month. |
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| Cost of 50Mbps NBN Plan with unlimited data |
Flip - Sky 100: 50Mbps, unlimited data for $79.9 per month. Flip - Family: 50Mbps, unlimited data for $84.9 per month. |
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| Cost of wireless broadband plan | ||
| Contact Details |
Flip's phone number is: 1300 354 778 and website is: www.flip.com.au |
Starlink's phone number is: and website is: starlink.com |
| Read Reviews | Read reviews of Flip. | Read reviews of Starlink. |
| Go to Flip | Go to Starlink |
Flip and Starlink NBN25 plans (25Mbps download speed)
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NBN 25
NBN - Fixed Line
25 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$59.9/mth
$44 for first 6 months |
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Sky 25
NBN - Sky Muster
19 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$59.9/mth
$54 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
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Premium
NBN - Fixed Line
25 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$65.9/mth
$48 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
Flip and Starlink NBN50 plans (50Mbps download speed)
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Sky 100
NBN - Sky Muster
50 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$79.9/mth
$74 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
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NBN 50
NBN - Fixed Line
50 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$79.9/mth
$68 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
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Family
NBN - Fixed Line
50 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$84.9/mth
$68 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
Flip and Starlink Ultrafast plans (>100Mbps download speed)
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Fast Speed
NBN - Fixed Line
500 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$88.9/mth
$69 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
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NBN 250
NBN - Fixed Line
250 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$99.9/mth
$75 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
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NBN 500
NBN - Fixed Line
500 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$119.9/mth
$95 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
Summary of Flip and Starlink 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.
- Overall: Starlink rates higher overall than Flip does.
- Recommended: Starlink is more highly recommended than Flip.
- Reliability: Starlink rates higher for reliability than Flip does.
- Customer Service: Starlink rates higher for customer service than Flip does.
- Value for Money: Starlink rates higher for value for money than Flip does.
- Technical Support: Starlink rates higher for technical support than Flip does.
How to decide between Flip and Starlink? - next steps
- Read reviews of Flip and Starlink to see what people think of these companies
- Visit the website of each company and do some of your own research - Flip and Starlink
- 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 Flip vs Starlink
Is Flip better than Starlink?
Both Flip and Starlink have fewer than 5 verified reviews on Oz Broadband Reviews, so we don't yet show aggregate ratings. Compare plans and prices in the tables above, or read the individual reviews on each company's page.
What plans do Flip and Starlink offer?
Flip offers 10 NBN plans. Starlink offers 4 satellite plans. See the full plan tables above for prices, speeds and data limits.
How do I switch from Flip to Starlink (or Starlink to Flip)?
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
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