There are different speeds of fibre. What speed is right for you?

In New Zealand, there are several different fibre speeds on the market. Fibre broadband is an incredible technology and infrastructure, bringing homes and businesses speedy, reliable broadband. It has overtaken and replaced the copper network, which was the first broadband network in Aotearoa. 

As there are different fibre speeds available, it’s important to make sure you choose the right speed for your household. You don’t want to either be paying for more than you need, or not be getting enough speed and experiencing buffering and lagging.   Fibre broadband is offered by a large number of different retail service providers (RSP), that is where Broadband Compare can help.  There are major providers like Spark (the former Telecom and still the largest internet provider in the country), One NZ (formerly Vodafone) and 2degrees, who usually offer broadband via a range of different connection types.  Then there are smaller, fibre only companies like Simply Broadband and ZeroNet.

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The guide below is designed to help you understand who each speed of fibre might be best for, so you can make an informed decision. 

Fibre 50: Starter fibre, or 50/ 100 Mbps is a great option for households of 1-2 people who just use the internet for browsing social media, web emails, online banking, and basic video streaming. 

Fibre 300: This is a lot faster than fibre 50, and would suit larger households who have several devices in use at the same time. For example, if you have people in the house working, streaming, and video gaming at the same time, fibre 300 is a good one for you. 

Fibre 900: This is an extra fast speed of fibre, suitable for large households who specifically have multiple gamers. If you have people who are working and several who are gaming, and don’t want to experience buffering, this may be the right one for you. Fibre 900 also supports 4K Ultra HD video streaming and gaming. 

Hyperfibre: Hyperfibre is the next generation of fibre, and has incredibly fast speeds. As such, it is the most expensive option on the market, and therefore not suitable or necessary for everyone. If you are a household of gamers who have multiple wired gaming consoles, hyperfibre may be right for you. It is mostly ideal for those who wish to stream lots of 4K videos and games, download huge files, and have lots of gamers connected at the same time. 

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Once you have determined the right fibre speed for your unique household needs and preferences, be sure to jump on Broadband Compare to compare fibre plans. Make a fully informed choice and unlock savings that will make a difference to your budget in the short and long term. Why pay more, when you can find a better deal and save your hard-earned money. 

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Further Reading: 

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