Optus vs Moose Mobile: Which is the best NBN provider?
Updated 1 September 2026. Plan prices on this page pull live from our database. Ratings are from 15 first-person reviewer ratings (Optus 14, Moose Mobile 1).
Moose Mobile, on the other hand, is a budget-friendly option, typically costing less than Optus for entry level NBN plans. While Optus is a well-established player, Moose Mobile focuses on competitive pricing. Optus is generally suited for those prioritising consistent service, whereas Moose Mobile appeals to customers seeking a cheaper NBN alternative.
Optus and Moose Mobile 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 Optus and Moose Mobile 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 | Optus | Moose Mobile |
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| Overall Rating |
4
Optus has a overall rating of 4 out of 5 based on 14 reviews. Optus is a very good broadband internet provider according to our users. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Recommended | 71% of people who have written reviews on this site would recommend Optus to their friends as a broadband internet provider. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Reliability |
4.1 Optus's reliability is rated as very good by our users. Optus has an overall rating of 4.1 out of 5 for reliability. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Customer Service |
4.1 Optus's customer service is rated as very good by our users. Optus has an overall rating of 4.1 out of 5 for customer service. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Value for Money |
3.6 Optus is rated as good for value for money by our users. Optus has an overall rating of 3.6 out of 5 for value for money. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Technical Support |
4 Optus's technical support is rated as very good by our users. Optus has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 for technical support. |
[Not enough reviews] |
| Australian based technical support | No, Optus uses a mix of Australian based and overseas call centres for technical support. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Call Centre Location | Optus uses call centres based in Australia, India and Philippines. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Services Offered | Optus offers a range of broadband and internet related services including internet plans. | [Not enough reviews] |
| Cost of 25Mbps NBN Plan with unlimited data |
Optus - Basic: 25Mbps, unlimited data for $83 per month. |
Moose Mobile - Value: 25Mbps, unlimited data for $64.80 per month. |
| Cost of 50Mbps NBN Plan with unlimited data |
Optus - Everyday: 50Mbps, unlimited data for $97 per month. |
Moose Mobile - Premium: 50Mbps, unlimited data for $83.80 per month. |
| Cost of wireless broadband plan |
Optus - Everyday Basic 4G (4G): 14Mbps, unlimited data for $59 per month. |
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| Contact Details |
Optus's phone number is: 1300 300 693 and website is: optus.com.au |
Moose Mobile's phone number is: 1300 566 673 and website is: moosemobile.com.au |
| Read Reviews | Read reviews of Optus. | Read reviews of Moose Mobile. |
| Go to Optus | Go to Moose Mobile |
Optus and Moose Mobile NBN25 plans (25Mbps download speed)
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Value
NBN - Fixed Line
25 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$64.80/mth
$44.80 for first 6 months |
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Basic
NBN - Fixed Line
25 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$83/mth
$73 for first 12 months |
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Optus and Moose Mobile NBN50 plans (50Mbps download speed)
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Premium
NBN - Fixed Line
50 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$83.80/mth
$59.80 for first 6 months |
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Everyday
NBN - Fixed Line
50 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$97/mth
$87 for first 12 months |
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Optus and Moose Mobile Ultrafast plans (>100Mbps download speed)
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Elite
NBN - Fixed Line
100 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$86.80/mth
$63.80 for first 6 months |
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Turbo
NBN - Fixed Line
500 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$86.80/mth
$63.80 for first 6 months |
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Fast 500
NBN - Fixed Line
500 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$99/mth
$89 for first 12 months |
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Ultrafast
NBN - Fixed Line
820 Mb/s
Unlimited data
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$129/mth
$119 for first 12 months |
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Summary of Optus and Moose Mobile 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.
Moose Mobile doesn't have enough reviews yet for a published rating, so we cannot compare it against Optus (4.0 out of 5 from 14 reviews). Compare their plans above, and if you are a Moose Mobile customer we would love to hear how it is going.
How to decide between Optus and Moose Mobile? - next steps
- Read reviews of Optus and Moose Mobile to see what people think of these companies
- Visit the website of each company and do some of your own research - Optus and Moose Mobile
- 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 Optus vs Moose Mobile
Is Optus better than Moose Mobile?
Optus has 14 verified reviews on Oz Broadband Reviews and an overall rating of 4 out of 5. Moose Mobile 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, Optus or Moose Mobile?
Optus's cheapest NBN50 plan is the Everyday at $87/month intro for 12 months, then $97/month. Moose Mobile's cheapest NBN50 plan is the Premium at $59.80/month intro for 6 months, then $83.80/month. Moose Mobile is cheaper on the ongoing price after any intro period ends.
Which has better customer service, Optus or Moose Mobile?
Optus scores 4.1 out of 5 on customer service vs Moose Mobile's 3.0, based on verified reviews on Oz Broadband Reviews. If onshore support matters, Optus's call centre is based in Australia, India and the Philippines and Moose Mobile's is based in Australia.
What plans do Optus and Moose Mobile offer?
Optus offers 5 wireless plans and 4 NBN plans. Moose Mobile offers 4 NBN plans. See the full plan tables above for prices, speeds and data limits.
Where are Optus and Moose Mobile's call centres?
Optus's customer support is based in Australia, India and the Philippines. Moose Mobile'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 Optus to Moose Mobile (or Moose Mobile to Optus)?
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 Optus
Optus has changed in the past few years. It was great a few years ago but it’s really slow now.
When reaching out for actual tech support, they'll treat you like you know nothing and make you go through the whole rigmarole of rudimentary…
About Moose Mobile
We signed up for the Moose Mobile nbn plan after having used the Moose Mobile phone plans after over 5 years. The biggest positive is the quick customer…
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