iPrimus vs Origin Internet - Which is the best NBN internet provider?
iPrimus is a well-established player, now part of the Vocus Group, often appealing to those looking for a traditional internet provider. Origin Internet, on the other hand, is a newer entrant backed by the energy giant, aiming to bundle services and attract existing Origin Energy customers. Reviews suggest iPrimus generally offers competitive pricing and solid performance, while Origin Internet's appeal often lies in its convenience and potential discounts for bundling. Choosing between them usually comes down to whether you prioritise a dedicated internet provider or the simplicity of a combined bill.
iPrimus and Origin Internet 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 iPrimus and Origin Internet 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 | iPrimus | Origin Internet |
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| iPrimus is a value nbn and mobile brand owned by Vocus, the group behind Dodo. It targets households after straightforward, mid-priced broadband. | Origin Energy resells nbn and Opticomm fibre plans alongside its electricity and gas business. The pitch is bundle and save: Origin energy customers get $10 a month off their internet plan when both services are on the one bill. Plans cover nbn 25 through to nbn 1000, all unlimited, no lock in contracts, with TP Link or eero 7 modem options. Origin has won Canstar Blue Most Satisfied Customers for Bundled Energy and Telco four years running. | |
| Go to iPrimus | Go to Origin Internet | |
| 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 |
Origin Internet - Everyday: 25Mbps, unlimited data for $94 per month. |
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| Cost of 50Mbps NBN Plan with unlimited data |
iPrimus - Standard Plus: 50Mbps, unlimited data for $87 per month. |
Origin Internet - Experience: 50Mbps, unlimited data for $108 per month. |
| Cost of wireless broadband plan | ||
| Contact Details |
iPrimus's phone number is: 13 17 89 and website is: iprimus.com.au |
Origin Internet's phone number is: 13 24 61 and website is: www.originenergy.com.au/internet |
| Read Reviews | Read reviews of iPrimus. | Read reviews of Origin Internet. |
| Go to iPrimus | Go to Origin Internet |
iPrimus and Origin Internet NBN25 plans (25Mbps download speed)
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Everyday
NBN - Fixed Line
25 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$94/mth
$47 for first 6 months |
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iPrimus and Origin Internet NBN50 plans (50Mbps download speed)
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Standard Plus
NBN - Fixed Line
50 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$87/mth | Go to site |
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Experience
NBN - Fixed Line
50 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$108/mth
$54 for first 6 months |
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iPrimus and Origin Internet Ultrafast plans (>100Mbps download speed)
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Premium plus
NBN - Fixed Line
500 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$97/mth | Go to site |
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Premium
NBN - Fixed Line
100 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$97/mth
$84 for first 6 months |
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Home Superfast
NBN - Fixed Line
700 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$104/mth
$94 for first 1 months |
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Extra Fast
NBN - Fixed Line
500 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$112/mth
$56 for first 6 months |
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Home Ultrafast
NBN - Fixed Line
840 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$119/mth
$109 for first 1 months |
Go to site |
Summary of iPrimus and Origin Internet 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: Origin Internet rates higher overall than iPrimus does.
- Recommended: Origin Internet is more highly recommended than iPrimus.
- Reliability: Origin Internet rates higher for reliability than iPrimus does.
- Customer Service: iPrimus and Origin Internet have pretty similar ratings for customer service.
- Value for Money: Origin Internet rates higher for value for money than iPrimus does.
- Technical Support: Origin Internet rates higher for technical support than iPrimus does.
How to decide between iPrimus and Origin Internet? - next steps
- Read reviews of iPrimus and Origin Internet to see what people think of these companies
- Visit the website of each company and do some of your own research - iPrimus and Origin Internet
- 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 iPrimus vs Origin Internet
Is iPrimus better than Origin Internet?
Both iPrimus and Origin Internet 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.
Which is cheaper for NBN50, iPrimus or Origin Internet?
iPrimus's cheapest NBN50 plan is the Standard Plus at $87/month ongoing. Origin Internet's cheapest NBN50 plan is the Experience at $54/month intro for 6 months, then $108/month. iPrimus is cheaper on the ongoing price after any intro period ends.
Which has better customer service, iPrimus or Origin Internet?
iPrimus and Origin Internet score similarly on customer service, 4.0 vs 4.0 out of 5. Neither stands out from the other on this metric. If onshore support matters, iPrimus's call centre is based in Australia and the Philippines and Origin Internet's is based in Australia.
What plans do iPrimus and Origin Internet offer?
iPrimus offers 5 NBN plans. Origin Internet offers 3 NBN plans. See the full plan tables above for prices, speeds and data limits.
Where are iPrimus and Origin Internet's call centres?
iPrimus's customer support is based in Australia and the Philippines. Origin Internet'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 iPrimus to Origin Internet (or Origin Internet to iPrimus)?
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 iPrimus
When the connection is stable, it's great. But I regularly find that it drops out particularly at night and will have to reboot my router semi-regularly
I've come from their ADSL2+ plans many moons ago and have had only consistent good experiences with them. Even when I shifted to NBN and the system kept…
About Origin Internet
Origin’s 750/40 Mbps plan is great value at just $80 a month, offering fast and highly reliable speeds for heavy streaming and gaming. The connection…
Pretty average though have noticed less reliable service than being with Superloop directly
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