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While it's certainly fair to say that the best NBN 750 plans deliver excellent download speeds for homes that demand more bandwidth, I feel they sit in a bit of limbo.
That's because the best NBN 500 plans also offer good speeds and, at the time of writing, cost AU$14 less per month on average. Then you have the best NBN 1000 plans which cost a little bit more — around AU$8 on average at present — but give you even more download speed to play with.
With that being said, I have spotted some exceptionally low prices for an NBN 750 plan lately, making now a great time to at least trial the service for a few months to see if it's for you.
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NBN 750 FAQ
What are NBN 750 plans?
NBN 750 plans are, in most cases, a replacement for NBN 250 plans. They've been made available as a free upgrade for customers already signed up for a 250Mbps plan, and are now a default option for new customers looking for a high-speed internet plan.
There are some instances, however, where providers have held onto 250Mbps alternatives. Superloop is a good example, as not only does it offer an NBN 750 plan, but it also continues to offer a 250Mbps option that has faster upload speeds.
If you're interested in an NBN 750 plan, or you'd like to see if you can stick with a 250Mbps alternatives, we'd recommend speaking to your internet provider to discuss your options.
How fast are NBN 750 plans?
As with all other NBN speed tiers, NBN 750 plans offer a theoretical maximum download speed of 750Mbps — three times the current maximum of the NBN 250 plans they replaced. Upload speeds have also received a boost, increasing from 20Mbps to 50Mbps.
As is the case with other high-speed NBN plans, NBN 750 plans are only available for customers who connect to the fixed-line NBN via a fibre to the premises (FTTP) or hybrid fibre coaxial (HFC) connection.
If you currently connect via fibre to the node (FTTN) or fibre to the curb (FTTC) and you think you’ll benefit from the increased speeds of the incoming NBN 750 plans, then you’ll need to take advantage of NBN Co’s free fibre upgrade program, which will see the required FTTP equipment installed at your home, at no cost to you.
If you’re unsure of what connection type you have, you can use NBN Co’s address checker. If you do connect via either FTTN or FTTC, then you can activate the FTTP upgrade by signing up for a new plan via the vast majority of Australia’s NBN providers.
How much do NBN 750 plans cost?
The average cost of an NBN 750 plan at the time of writing is just over AU$109 a month. This is actually a slight increase compared to when they launched of around AU$2. In comparison, the average cost of a slightly slower NBN 500 plan is just over AU$94 a month, so you may well find that's the better-value option for you.
Should I get an NBN 750 plan?
If your current home internet plan is struggling to keep up with the demand of your household, then you may well benefit from an NBN 750 plan as the extra bandwidth will allow for more devices to connect at the same time, with fewer interruptions. Plus, if you or someone in your home is a prolific gamer, then the extra speeds will prove beneficial when it comes time to downloading large files and updates.
There is a slight elephant in the room, though. Considering NBN 100 plans are also set for a major speed boost to a theoretical maximum of 500Mbps, you may find that speed tier to be more than enough for your home. Plus, NBN 500 plans cost a lot less than NBN 750 in most instances..
If you already have an NBN 250 plan at home, then you should automatically receive the speed boost without having to lift a finger. For everyone else, we’d strongly urge you to consider your options when the new plans become available to decide which will provide the best overall value.
