TPG vs Lightning Broadband: Which is the best NBN provider?
Updated 16 October 2026. Plan prices on this page pull live from our database. Ratings are from 20 first-person reviewer ratings (TPG 19, Lightning Broadband 1).
On the other hand, Lightning Broadband is a newer player, offering a cheaper entry level NBN plan than TPG. This comparison helps you weigh TPG's proven track record against Lightning Broadband's more budget-friendly option.
TPG and Lightning Broadband 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 TPG and Lightning Broadband 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 | TPG | Lightning Broadband |
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| Overall Rating |
3.8
TPG has a overall rating of 3.8 out of 5 based on 19 reviews. TPG is a good broadband internet provider according to our users. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Recommended | 74% of people who have written reviews on this site would recommend TPG to their friends as a broadband internet provider. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Reliability |
3.8 TPG's reliability is rated as good by our users. TPG has an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5 for reliability. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Customer Service |
3.8 TPG's customer service is rated as good by our users. TPG has an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5 for customer service. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Value for Money |
3.6 TPG is rated as good for value for money by our users. TPG has an overall rating of 3.6 out of 5 for value for money. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Technical Support |
3.8 TPG's technical support is rated as good by our users. TPG has an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5 for technical support. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Australian based technical support | No, TPG uses a mix of Australian based and overseas call centres for technical support. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Call Centre Location | TPG uses call centres based in Australia, India and Philippines. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Services Offered | TPG offers a range of broadband and internet related services including internet plans. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Cost of 25Mbps NBN Plan with unlimited data |
TPG - NBN25: 25Mbps, unlimited data for $79.99 per month. |
Lightning Broadband - Entry Level: 25Mbps, unlimited data for $78 per month. |
| Cost of 50Mbps NBN Plan with unlimited data |
TPG - NBN50: 50Mbps, unlimited data for $89.99 per month. |
Lightning Broadband - Everyday Internet: 50Mbps, unlimited data for $89 per month. |
| Cost of wireless broadband plan |
TPG - 5G Plus (5G): 50Mbps, unlimited data for $59.99 per month. |
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| Contact Details |
TPG's phone number is: 13 14 23 and website is: tpg.com.au |
Lightning Broadband's phone number is: 1300 477 525 and website is: lightningbroadband.com.au |
| Read Reviews | Read reviews of TPG. | Read reviews of Lightning Broadband. |
| Go to TPG | Go to Lightning Broadband |
TPG and Lightning Broadband NBN25 plans (25Mbps download speed)
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Entry Level
NBN - Private Fibre
25 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$78/mth
$58 for first 6 months |
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NBN25
NBN - Fixed Line
25 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$79.99/mth
$59.99 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
TPG and Lightning Broadband NBN50 plans (50Mbps download speed)
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Everyday Internet
NBN - Private Fibre
50 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$89/mth
$69 for first 6 months |
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NBN50
NBN - Fixed Line
50 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$89.99/mth
$69.99 for first 6 months |
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TPG and Lightning Broadband Ultrafast plans (>100Mbps download speed)
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NBN100
NBN - Fixed Line
98 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$94.99/mth
$74.99 for first 12 months |
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NBN500
NBN - Fixed Line
500 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$94.99/mth
$74.99 for first 12 months |
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Most Popular Plan
NBN - Private Fibre
500 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$99/mth
$74 for first 6 months |
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Entertainment Plus
NBN - Private Fibre
750 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$104/mth
$84 for first 6 months |
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NBN Home Superfast
NBN - Fixed Line
740 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$104.99/mth
$74.99 for first 6 months |
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Lightning Speed
NBN - Private Fibre
1000 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$114/mth
$89 for first 6 months |
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NBN Home Ultrafast
NBN - Fixed Line
850 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$114.99/mth
$84.99 for first 6 months |
Go to site |
Summary of TPG and Lightning Broadband 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.
Lightning Broadband doesn't have enough reviews yet for a published rating, so we cannot compare it against TPG (3.8 out of 5 from 19 reviews). Compare their plans above, and if you are a Lightning Broadband customer we would love to hear how it is going.
How to decide between TPG and Lightning Broadband? - next steps
- Read reviews of TPG and Lightning Broadband to see what people think of these companies
- Visit the website of each company and do some of your own research - TPG and Lightning Broadband
- 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 TPG vs Lightning Broadband
Is TPG better than Lightning Broadband?
TPG has 19 verified reviews on Oz Broadband Reviews and an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5. Lightning Broadband 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, TPG or Lightning Broadband?
TPG's cheapest NBN50 plan is the NBN50 at $69.99/month intro for 6 months, then $89.99/month. Lightning Broadband's cheapest NBN50 plan is the Everyday Internet at $69/month intro for 6 months, then $89/month.
Which has better customer service, TPG or Lightning Broadband?
Lightning Broadband scores 4.0 out of 5 on customer service vs TPG's 3.8, based on verified reviews on Oz Broadband Reviews. If onshore support matters, TPG's call centre is based in Australia, India and the Philippines and Lightning Broadband's is based in Melbourne.
What plans do TPG and Lightning Broadband offer?
TPG offers 6 NBN plans and 3 wireless plans. Lightning Broadband offers 5 NBN plans. See the full plan tables above for prices, speeds and data limits.
Where are TPG and Lightning Broadband's call centres?
TPG's customer support is based in Australia, India and the Philippines. Lightning Broadband's customer support is based in Melbourne. Call centre location can affect support hours and accent comprehension if onshore support is important to you.
How do I switch from TPG to Lightning Broadband (or Lightning Broadband to TPG)?
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 TPG
The above issue lasted for 96 days before being sorted. They still rate as the most incompetent company I have ever had to deal with, they even make…
TPG is fine if you want something that's cheap. The unstable download speeds can get very annoying.
About Lightning Broadband
Seamless connection after I moved in, though a few hiccups in the beginning setting it up with my router. 6 month introductory offer then back to $95 a…
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