Is Origin Internet better than Lightning Broadband?

Both Origin Internet and Lightning Broadband 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, Origin Internet or Lightning Broadband?

Origin Internet's cheapest NBN50 plan is the Experience at $54/month intro for 6 months, then $109/month. Lightning Broadband's cheapest NBN50 plan is the Everyday Internet at $65/month intro for 6 months, then $85/month. Lightning Broadband is cheaper on the ongoing price after any intro period ends.

What plans do Origin Internet and Lightning Broadband offer?

Origin Internet offers 3 NBN plans. Lightning Broadband offers 30 NBN plans. See the full plan tables above for prices, speeds and data limits.

Where are Origin Internet and Lightning Broadband's call centres?

Origin Internet's customer support is based in Australia. 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 Origin Internet to Lightning Broadband (or Lightning Broadband to Origin Internet)?

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.

Origin Internet vs Lightning Broadband - Which is the best NBN internet provider?

Origin Internet is a big player, backed by a major energy company, and their NBN plans often come at a premium. On the other hand, Lightning Broadband is an independent outfit, known for their own fibre network in select areas and generally more budget-friendly NBN options. Origin Internet reviews often highlight their convenience for existing customers, while Lightning Broadband users typically praise their dedicated support and competitive pricing. Ultimately, you're weighing a well-established giant against a nimble, customer-focused alternative.

Origin Internet 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 Origin Internet 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	Origin Internet	Lightning Broadband
About
	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.	Lightning Broadband runs its own fixed wireless and private fibre network across Melbourne, with plans up to 1000 Mbps for addresses inside the Lightning footprint. It sits alongside the nbn rather than reselling it, so customers in covered buildings get to bypass the FTTN/FTTB copper that would otherwise cap their speeds. Lightning is small and Melbourne specific but useful for residents of apartment blocks where its network is already wired in.
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Cost of 25Mbps NBN Plan with unlimited data		Lightning Broadband - Entry level: 25Mbps, unlimited data for $72 per month. Lightning Broadband - Entry Level: 25Mbps, unlimited data for $72 per month. Lightning Broadband - Entry Level: 25Mbps, unlimited data for $72 per month. Lightning Broadband - Entry Level: 25Mbps, unlimited data for $72 per month.
Cost of 50Mbps NBN Plan with unlimited data	Origin Internet - Experience: 50Mbps, unlimited data for $109 per month.	Lightning Broadband - Everyday internet: 50Mbps, unlimited data for $85 per month. Lightning Broadband - Everyday Internet: 50Mbps, unlimited data for $85 per month. Lightning Broadband - Everyday Internet: 50Mbps, unlimited data for $85 per month. Lightning Broadband - Everyday Internet: 50Mbps, unlimited data for $85 per month.
Cost of wireless broadband plan
Contact Details	Origin Internet's phone number is: 13 24 61 and website is: www.originenergy.com.au/internet	Lightning Broadband's phone number is: 1300 477 525 and website is: lightningbroadband.com.au
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Origin Internet and Lightning Broadband NBN25 plans (25Mbps download speed)

Entry Level NBN - Private Fibre 25 Mb/s Unlimited data	$72/mth $45 for first 6 months	Go to site
Entry Level NBN - Private Fibre 25 Mb/s Unlimited data	$72/mth $45 for first 6 months	Go to site
Entry Level NBN - Private Fibre 25 Mb/s Unlimited data	$72/mth $45 for first 6 months	Go to site
Entry level NBN - Private Fibre 25 Mb/s Unlimited data	$72/mth $45 for first 6 months	Go to site
Fibre Plans Entry Level NBN - Private Fibre 25 Mb/s Unlimited data	$79/mth	Go to site

Origin Internet and Lightning Broadband NBN50 plans (50Mbps download speed)

Everyday Internet NBN - Private Fibre 50 Mb/s Unlimited data	$85/mth $65 for first 6 months	Go to site
Everyday Internet NBN - Private Fibre 50 Mb/s Unlimited data	$85/mth $65 for first 6 months	Go to site
Everyday Internet NBN - Private Fibre 50 Mb/s Unlimited data	$85/mth $65 for first 6 months	Go to site
Everyday internet NBN - Private Fibre 50 Mb/s Unlimited data	$85/mth $65 for first 6 months	Go to site
Everyday Internet NBN - Private Fibre 50 Mb/s Unlimited data	$89/mth	Go to site
Experience NBN - Fixed Line 50 Mb/s Unlimited data	$109/mth $54 for first 6 months	Go to site

Origin Internet and Lightning Broadband Ultrafast plans (>100Mbps download speed)

Most Popular Plan NBN - Private Fibre 500 Mb/s Unlimited data	$95/mth $69 for first 6 months	Go to site
Most Popular Plan NBN - Private Fibre 500 Mb/s Unlimited data	$95/mth $69 for first 6 months	Go to site
Most Popular Plan NBN - Private Fibre 500 Mb/s Unlimited data	$95/mth $69 for first 6 months	Go to site
most popular plan NBN - Private Fibre 500 Mb/s Unlimited data	$95/mth $69 for first 6 months	Go to site
Entertainment Plus NBN - Private Fibre 750 Mb/s Unlimited data	$104/mth $75 for first 6 months	Go to site
Entertainment Plus NBN - Private Fibre 750 Mb/s Unlimited data	$104/mth $75 for first 6 months	Go to site
Entertainment Plus NBN - Private Fibre 750 Mb/s Unlimited data	$104/mth $75 for first 6 months	Go to site
Entertainment plus NBN - Private Fibre 750 Mb/s Unlimited data	$104/mth $75 for first 6 months	Go to site
Most Popular Plan NBN - Private Fibre 100 Mb/s Unlimited data	$109/mth	Go to site
Speed NBN - Private Fibre 1000 Mb/s Unlimited data	$109/mth $85 for first 6 months	Go to site
Speed NBN - Private Fibre 1000 Mb/s Unlimited data	$109/mth $85 for first 6 months	Go to site
Speed NBN - Private Fibre 1000 Mb/s Unlimited data	$109/mth $85 for first 6 months	Go to site
speed NBN - Private Fibre 1000 Mb/s Unlimited data	$109/mth $85 for first 6 months	Go to site
Extra Fast NBN - Fixed Line 500 Mb/s Unlimited data	$114/mth $56 for first 6 months	Go to site
Business Plus NBN - Private Fibre 200 Mb/s Unlimited data	$129/mth	Go to site
Ultra Fast NBN - Fixed Line 860 Mb/s Unlimited data	$144/mth	Go to site
Speed NBN - Private Fibre 500 Mb/s Unlimited data	$169/mth	Go to site
Plus NBN - Private Fibre 1000 Mb/s Unlimited data	$199/mth	Go to site
Ultra Fast NBN - Private Fibre 2000 Mb/s Unlimited data	$395/mth	Go to site
Ultra Fast NBN - Private Fibre 2000 Mb/s Unlimited data	$435/mth	Go to site
Ludicrous Speed NBN - Private Fibre 5000 Mb/s Unlimited data	$695/mth Setup Fee: $499	Go to site
Ludicrous Speed NBN - Private Fibre 5000 Mb/s Unlimited data	$735/mth	Go to site

Summary of Origin Internet 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.

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