Important disclosure
Pros and cons
For nbnBasic BYO
Benefits
- Unlimited data allowance
- Low cost plan
- $10 discounted cost for 12 months
- No upfront fees
- No contract
Drawbacks
- Standard speed tier
Southern Phone Rate Nbn plan overview
For nbnBasic BYO
Plan Details
Data/month Unlimited | Contract length No contract |
Speed Tier Standard 25Mbps typical evening speed | Download/Upload Speed 25/5 Max download speed 25Mbps |
Phone bundle included | Entertainment bundle included |
Modem included | BYO Modem available |
Static IP | Extra data available Unlimited |
Technologies | Contract cooling off period |
Costs
Cost/month $55 for 12 months, then $65/mth | Setup fee |
Modem fee | Delivery fee |
Min. cost for first month $55 | Cost for first year $660 |
Contract cost Min. $55 spend over 1 months |
Support
Technical support via phone | Technical support in store |
Phone support for billing and enquiries | Live online chat support |
Home support | Email support |
Account management & payments
Access bill statements Website | Check data balances Website |
Pay bills Both | Schedule bill payments Both |
Alert method - payment reminder | Late payment fee $10 |
FAQs
Can I use a modem without a router?
Yes, you can use a modem without a router, but only for a single device.
Do I need both a modem and a router?
If you want to connect multiple devices to your home network, including over Wi-Fi, then yes, you will need both a modem and a router. In many cases, both functions can be performed by a single device.
Can one device serve as both a modem and a router?
Many modern devices combine the functions of both a modem and a router for convenience.