Best home wireless internet plans: September 2026

If you're looking for an NBN alternative, home wireless internet (also known as home wireless broadband) is a great option. Home wireless internet is a connection powered by the same networks as your mobile phone. As such, there are no technicians and no annoying setup delays. It's plug-and-play. 

To help you get started, we've picked out the best home wireless internet plans available now. We've looked at both 4G internet and 5G internet plans. 5G home wireless internet plans tend to offer faster speeds, which means better value. However, not everyone in Australia has access to 5G connectivity yet. We recommend you check your coverage at home before signing up for a 5G internet plan.

When picking the best wireless internet plans, we compare cost, speed, coverage, and any perks. In addition, we prefer plans with no contract and minimal upfront costs. 

Best 5G wireless internet plan: 50Mbps speeds

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If you're lucky enough to have 5G coverage at your home, we'd recommend choosing a 5G wireless internet plan over 4G home internet. They're faster and better value. 5G wireless internet plans with 50Mbps speed are most suited to households with two or three internet users. 

For September, our choice in this category is this plan from TPG, which has unlimited data and typical evening speeds of 50Mbps. We like this plan because you'll pay $29.99 per month for the first six months, and $59.99 per month thereafter. Even at full price, that's cheaper than an NBN 50 plans, making it a good alternative. 

This plan is contract-free, but if you leave within your first three years, you'll need to return your modem to avoid paying a fee. 

If you want to compare this pick to some other options, here are the cheapest 5G internet plans in our database with speeds up to 50Mbps:

Best 5G wireless internet plan: 100Mbps speeds

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5G internet plans with 100Mbps speeds are best suited to households with three or four internet users - especially those with multiple users who want to stream video or game online at the same time.

Our monthly pick for September in this speed category is a plan from TPG with unlimited data and typical evening speeds of 100Mbps. With TPG's special offer, you'll get $30 off per month for the first six months, which cuts the monthly bill to $34.99.You'll pay $69.99 per month thereafter. 

This plan is contract-free, but if you leave within your first three years, you'll need to return your modem or pay a fee.  

Alternatively, if this plan doesn't suit you, see how it compares with popular competitors. Each plan comes with a max speed of 100Mbps:

Best 5G wireless internet plan: Uncapped speeds

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If you want to make the most of 5G's lightning-fast connectivity, we'd recommend an uncapped plan. Uncapped plans have no speed restrictions, which means downloads will happen as fast as network conditions allow. In most cases, you should easily get over 200Mbps. 

For September, the Optus Entertainer Superfast 5G - Unlimited plan takes the crown in the uncapped speed category. We like this plan because you get a huge amount of data and uncapped download speeds for $99 per month on the Optus 5G network.

With its current promo, you'll get $10 per month off for first 12 months - that's $89 per month for the first year. You also get the bonus perk of a Netflix Standard subscription (RRP $20.99 per month) included with this plan.

If this plan doesn't suit you, compare it to these popular 5G home wireless internet plans. Each plan comes with uncapped speeds:

Best 4G wireless internet plan

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If you want home wireless internet but don't have 5G coverage in your area yet, then a 4G home wireless internet plan could be for you.

Optus Plus Everyday Basic 4G Unlimited plan is our pick for September's best 4G home wireless broadband deal. With Optus' discount offer, you'll get unlimited data for just $49 per month for the first twelve months, and $59 per month thereafter.

This plan has maximum download speeds of 25Mbps. You can expect typical download speeds of 14Mbps during busy hours. 

Or compare this plan to some other popular 4G home wireless internet plans from our database:

Optus wireless internet plans

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Optus offers both 4G and 5G home wireless broadband plans. Its 4G plans include:

• Optus 4G network coverage with download speeds capped to 25Mbps
• Unlimited data
• Home wireless modem

Optus' 5G plans include:

• 50Mbps, 100Mbps, or uncapped 5G speeds 
• Unlimited data
• Home wireless modem 

Optus' 4G home wireless internet plan is contract-free; however, you will need to pay a modem fee if you leave within your first 24 months. This is equivalent to $9 multiplied by the number of months left in your two-year period.

Similarly, Optus' 5G home internet plans are contract-free, but you'll need to pay a modem fee if you leave within your first 36 months. This is equivalent to $13 multiplied by the number of months left in your three-year term.

Telstra wireless internet plans

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Telstra currently has three home wireless internet plans, all powered by its 5G network. You have the choice of a 25Mbps plan, a 50Mbps plan, or an uncapped plan.

Telstra's 5G network has the widest reach, covering 95% of the population. While not everyone can get Telstra 5G yet, it's the most widely available option for getting a 5G internet connection. 

It's also worth noting that Telstra will only sell a limited number of 5G home internet plans per postcode, to avoid congestion. Even if you're in a Telstra 5G area, there's a chance you might not be able to get a plan if there are too many other customers in your neighbourhood. Similarly, customers who order a 25Mbps or 50Mbps plan may not be able to upgrade to a faster plan down the line if there is not enough capacity in the area. 

Telstra 5G home wireless internet is contract-free, so if you're not happy with the service, you can always leave. If you leave within the first 24 months, return your 5G modem within 21 days to avoid a non-return fee. 

Telstra also sells a WiFi Booster that extends the range of its 5G modem if you live in a larger house. This will add $7 per month onto your monthly bill for 24 months, or cost you $168 outright.

TPG wireless internet plans

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TPG has 4G and 5G home broadband plans. On a 4G plan, you'll get:

• Vodafone 4G network coverage with download speeds capped to 20Mbps 
• Unlimited data
• Home wireless modem

Its 5G internet plans include:

• Vodafone 5G network connectivity, with speeds either capped at 50Mbps or 100Mbps
• Unlimited data
• Home wireless modem

TPG home wireless broadband plans are contract-free. If you want to leave, you'll just need to return your modem to avoid paying a non-return fee. 

The Vodafone 5G network is now in more than 3,400 suburbs across Australia

iiNet wireless internet plans

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iiNet offers both 4G and 5G home wireless broadband plans. On a 4G plan, you'll get:

• Vodafone 4G network coverage with download speeds capped to 20Mbps 
• Unlimited data
• Home wireless modem

iiNet's 5G home wireless broadband plans include:

• Vodafone 5G network connectivity, with speeds either capped at 50Mbps or 100Mbps
• Unlimited data
• Home wireless modem

All of iiNet's home wireless broadband plans are contract-free. If you want to leave, you'll just need to return your modem within 21 days of cancelling. 

The Vodafone 5G network is now in more than 3,400 suburbs across Australia

Vodafone wireless internet plans

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Vodafone used to sell 4G home wireless internet plans, but now only has 5G home wireless internet plans. Vodafone's 5G home wireless broadband plans include:

• Vodafone 5G network connectivity, with speeds either capped at 20Mbps, 50Mbps, or 100Mbps
• Unlimited data
• Home wireless modem

If you take out a 5G home internet plan with Vodafone and then leave, you'll need to return the modem within 30 days or pay a prorated fee. This is equivalent to $11 for each month left in your three-year term. 

Vodafone is currently offering a free mesh extender with 5G home internet plans too. Leaving within your first three years will attract a fee of $4 for each month left in the term. There's no option to return the extender. 

Existing Vodafone mobile customers can save $5 per month on Vodafone 5G home internet plans. 

The Vodafone 5G network is now in more than 3,400 suburbs across Australia

SpinTel wireless internet plans

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SpinTel offers both 4G and 5G home wireless broadband plans. On a 4G plan, you'll get:

• Optus 4G network coverage with download speeds capped to 25Mbps
• Unlimited Data
• Home wireless modem for $4 per month 

On a 5G home wireless broadband plan, you'll get:

• Optus 5G network connectivity with 50Mbps
• Unlimited Data
• Home wireless modem for $10 per month 

SpinTel is powered by the Optus network and is a well-known name in home broadband. Its 4G home wireless internet plans tend to represent great value, undercutting the competition. Its 5G plans are also a bit cheaper than what you'd get on Optus, but you miss out on perks like a bonus Netflix subscription, however. 

Note that with SpinTel home wireless internet plans, your modem will remain the property of SpinTel. If you cancel your plan, you will be required to return it in good working order within 21 days. 

Yomojo wireless internet plans

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Yomojo's 4G home wireless internet plan includes:

• Optus 4G network coverage with download speeds capped to 20Mbps
• Unlimited data

Yomojo's 5G home wireless broadband plans include:

• Optus 5G network coverage with 50Mbps, 100Mbps or uncapped download speeds
• Unlimited data

Yomojo's plans are contract-free, but you'll need to pay a prorated modem fee if you leave within your first 24 months. This fee is $8 per month for 4G home wireless internet plans, and $19 per month for 5G home wireless internet plans. 

How do I compare wireless internet plans?

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When comparing wireless internet plans, these are the key factors you should consider. 

Speed

There are four core wireless internet speeds to pick from. 4G internet is the slowest type of wireless internet, with speeds maxing out at either 20Mbps or 25Mbps, depending on the provider. 

5G internet plans have three main unofficial speed tiers: 50Mbps, 100Mbps, and uncapped. 50Mbps and 100Mbps are equivalent to NBN 50 and NBN 100, while uncapped plans can go as fast as network conditions allow. In our testing, we've seen speeds over 600Mbps on an uncapped plan. Typical evening speeds tend to sit between 200Mbps and 300Mbps, however, making them similar to an NBN 250 plan.  

As with NBN, your speed determines how much your wireless internet plan costs each month. 4G plans will also be cheaper than faster 5G plans. Most households should comfortably get by with a 50Mbps or 100Mbps 5G internet plan. These plans also tend to represent the best value. 

Typical evening speeds

While wireless internet plans can be grouped by speeds, performance varies from provider to provider - especially during peak hours. As such, wireless internet providers disclose what kind of download speeds you can expect from your connection during busy hours. These are known as typical evening speeds. The faster your plan's typical evening speeds, the more reliable it will be during the busiest hours of the day. 

Data allowance

Most wireless internet plans have unlimited data, regardless of whether you're looking at 4G or 5G. Telstra is the one exception; its 5G home internet plan has a 1TB allowance. If you go over this, you'll be capped to speeds of 20Mbps. While 1TB should be more than enough for the average internet user, heavy downloaders will need to consider if a 1TB allowance is right for them. 

If you still need a home phone

If you still need a home phone, wireless internet isn't the best choice for you. At this time, no wireless internet plans support a home phone. This means you'll only be able to use a mobile phone to make calls. 

Contract length

Wireless internet plans with a contract are very rare, but in some cases, you may need to return your modem or pay a hardware fee if you leave within your first two or three years. 

Coverage

Unlike the NBN, wireless internet isn't available to everyone. You need to have either 4G or 5G coverage at your premises to ensure a connection. Most Australians should be able to get 4G home internet, but not everyone can get 5G home internet yet. In addition, some telcos will only sell a certain number of 5G plans in each suburb, to ensure that every customer gets a reliably fast connection.  

Compare wireless internet plan speeds

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With most wireless internet providers offering unlimited data, speed is the most important factor to consider when picking a 4G or 5G home internet plan. The more people online in your house, the faster your plan will need to be. This is because your internet speed is shared by everyone in your household. 

In general, 50Mbps tends to be the sweet spot between value and speed. Internet lovers and larger households may want to consider 100Mbps or faster, however. 

Here's how each wireless internet plan speed bracket compares: 

What are the fastest wireless internet providers?

The fastest wireless broadband providers are those that offer uncapped 5G plans. These include Telstra, Optus, and Yomojo. Telstra currently reports the fastest typical evening speeds on its 5G home internet plan. Here are uncapped 5G home internet plans, sorted by speed: 

What are typical evening speeds?

Typical evening speeds refer to the slowest download speeds you should receive during each day's most congested time period. Much in the same way that traffic on the road can slow down during peak hours, wireless internet plans can too.

Wireless internet connections tend to slow down in the evenings when everyone is jumping online to stream, download, and more. Peak times are defined as between 7pm and 11pm. When a provider discloses their "typical evening speed" for a plan, they're referring to the download speeds you can expect during these times.

Evening speeds vary from provider to provider, so they're important to take into account when choosing a plan.

How to switch to wireless internet

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Switching to wireless internet is easier than you think. To switch, simply follow these steps:

1. Research 4G and 5G internet plans and find the best one for your household.
2. Choose your plan, and do the coverage check to ensure you're in an eligible area 
3. If eligible, order your plan. 
4. Wait. Your provider will send you a modem, which you'll need to start using your new connections.
5. When your modem arrives, follow the steps enclosed. 

Once your wireless internet is set up, you'll need to cancel your old internet plan. 

What is wireless internet?

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Home wireless internet is a broadband connection that uses the same networks as your mobile phone to connect your home to the web. A modem supplied by your provider then shares this connection with devices inside your house over WiFi. Every home wireless internet plan comes with the modem you'll need to get online.

So wireless internet is just mobile broadband, right?

A basic home wireless internet connection works like the mobile broadband plans you might be familiar with, but home wireless broadband plans are designed to replace your home internet, and there are some key differences.

Firstly, you get more data each month. These days, almost every home wireless internet plan on the market comes with unlimited data. Meanwhile, the largest mobile broadband plans max out at 400GB, while most don't offer more than 200GB. 

Secondly, home wireless broadband plans come with a full-sized modem router, rather than a pocket-sized internet dongle or WiFi hotspot. These modem routers can support more devices over their robust WiFi and also have ethernet ports for connecting your computer directly to the modem.

One of the downsides of home wireless broadband is that many plans have speed caps. 4G plans are limited to a max speed of 20Mbps. 5G plans tend to be capped at either 50Mbps or 100Mbps. 

A few 5G plans offer uncapped speeds, which means the plan will be as fast as the network and real-world conditions allow. In many cases, you can expect speeds over 200Mbps on uncapped 5G home internet plans. The faster the home wireless broadband plan, the more you are likely to pay for it.

Read more about home wireless internet speeds here.

Some mobile broadband plans also have speed caps now, but these tend to start at 100Mbps, rather than 50Mbps or 20Mbps. 

What are the advantages of home wireless internet?

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• Home wireless broadband works as soon as you plug your modem into the power.
• Home wireless broadband can be more reliable than a poor NBN connection.
• Home wireless broadband doesn't require professional installation.
• Home wireless broadband modems have ethernet ports so that you can create a direct connection for your most important devices.
• Home wireless broadband plans can be cheaper than the same speed NBN equivalents, especially in terms of long-term pricing.

What are the disadvantages of home wireless internet?

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• Because home wireless broadband relies on a strong mobile signal, it isn't available in all areas. Providers need to check your address before signing you up, to make sure you fall within their coverage footprint.
• Most wireless internet modems need a power supply to work, and can't be moved from address to address without transferring your service (unlike mobile broadband). 
• Most 4G and 5G home wireless internet plans have capped speeds.
• Home wireless internet plans have higher latency than typical NBN plans, which can make them worse for online gaming.

Is home wireless internet right for me?

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If you're struggling with an NBN connection that is slow or unreliable, then home wireless broadband might be the solution. It's simple to set up and use, and offers most of the same features that you would expect to get from a traditional internet service like NBN. 

Whether you get home wireless internet will depend on where you live (or work if you plan on using it in an office). While 5G network coverage has grown a lot in recent years, it's far from ubiquitous. And even if you're looking at 4G home wireless internet, there's a chance you might not get reliable connectivity at your home or office. 

The good news is most telcos will let you cancel your home wireless internet without penalty if you're having coverage issues, so trying 4G or 5G home internet tends to be risk-free. Many providers even offer the first month free. 

What are the alternatives to wireless internet?

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If you're considering wireless broadband, it's likely your NBN plan isn't up to snuff. Wireless internet is the main NBN alternative, after all. You do have other options, however. 

The main consideration would be Starlink, Elon Musk's satellite internet. 

View Starlink's Residential plans

Which providers offer 4G and 5G wireless internet plans?

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While almost every internet provider offers NBN, that's not true for home wireless internet. There's a much smaller set of providers to pick from. That being said, you've still got a decent number of options. Here's a list of the providers with 4G and 5G home wireless internet plans: 

• Telstra (5G home wireless internet) 
• Optus (4G and 5G home wireless internet) 
• Vodafone (4G and 5G home wireless internet)
• TPG (4G and 5G home wireless internet)
• iiNet (4G and 5G home wireless internet)
• Kogan (4G home wireless internet)
• SpinTel (4G and 5G home wireless internet)
• Yomojo (4G and 5G home wireless internet)

How we pick the best 4G and 5G home internet plans

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At WhistleOut, we take the job of recommending our monthly winners for the best 4G and 5G home wireless broadband plans very seriously. That's why we have a dedicated team that reads over a thousand plan documents each week and spots hundreds of changes each month to keep our database up to date. 

When it comes to picking the best 4G home internet plan, we consider the monthly price and are looking for no-contract plans with no or minimal upfront cost. We also take download speeds and network coverage into consideration.

For our winning 5G home internet plan, we're looking for a plan with uncapped download speeds to help customers enjoy the speed benefits the new network allows. We also consider upfront costs, coverage, and any other included perks.