Best Opticomm fibre internet plans in February 2025

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Have you just moved into a new apartment and need to set up your home internet plan, only to be stunted by your building's connection type? While most new Australian homes and apartments use fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) connections, not all are serviced by the National Broadband Network (NBN).

Instead, select properties are serviced by privately owned fibre networks, which require you to sign up for NBN alternatives to connect to the internet.

There are several private fibre network providers in Australia, with one of the biggest being Opticomm, which runs its own grid of fibre optic infrastructure. Opticomm’s network can deliver theoretical speeds of up to 1,000Mbps, matching the current fastest speed offered by the NBN.

Opticomm is predominantly found in newly built homes and apartment buildings with networking infrastructure installed during construction, rather than rolled out as part of the NBN.

Opticomm offers the same speed tiers for the most part as the NBN, but there are some limitations to what tier you can purchase based on your location, preferred provider and modem. A notable point of difference here is that not all ISPs provide Opticomm plans – we've included a list of those that do in the FAQs below.

We've rounded up some of the best Opticomm fibre internet plans, each categorised into different speed tiers.

Best Opticomm fibre internet plans

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Best Opticomm Fibre 50 plans

Exetel | Fibre 50 | Unlimited data | No lock-in contract | AU$63.99p/m (for 6 months, then AU$79.99p/m)

Exetel's Fibre 50 plan is very similar to its NBN 50 plan, in that both plans reach full maximum speeds of 50Mbps and give you the option to bundle a phone line if you so choose. Where the plans differ, however, is in price, with the Opticomm offering being AU$3p/m more expensive than its NBN counterpart during the first six months. But comparably, Exetel's prices for Opticomm plans are hard to beat.

Slashing AU$16p/m off the first six months, you'll save AU$96 when you switch your plan to Exetel's Opticomm offering.

Total minimum cost: AU$63.99 | Total first year cost: AU$863.88 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$959.88

Swoop | Opticomm Fibre 50/20 | Unlimited data | No lock-in contract | AU$64p/m using code LOVE15 (for 6 months, then AU$79p/m)

Advertising maximum speeds of 50Mbps/20Mbps, Swoop's Opticomm 50 plan has been slashed to just AU$64p/m for the first six months using code LOVE15. Do note though, that the minimum cost for this plan is AU$163, as it includes an activation fee of AU$99. And in order to sign up for the plan, Swoop's team must qualify if your address is suitable.

If you're able to connect to Swoop, though, you'll be in luck as this plan throws in a modem at no added cost, which is a nice touch.

Total minimum cost: AU$163 | Total first year cost: AU$858 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$948

Superloop | Fibre 50 | Unlimited data | No lock-in contract | AU$67p/m (for 6 months, then AU$81p/m)

As one of the best NBN providers, Superloop is also a great option for Opticomm properties. Knocking AU$14p/m off the first half year, you'll save AU$84 in total before the price increases to AU$81p/m.

Superloop has some pretty rave reviews on Whirpool, with users praising the great customer service, easy setup and low monthly costs.

Total minimum cost: AU$67 | Total first year cost: AU$888 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$972

Best Opticomm Fibre 100 Plans

Superloop | Fibre 100/20 | Unlimited data | No lock-in contract | AU$75p/m (for 6 months, then AU$89p/m)

We mention Superloop again here in the Fibre 100 category, thanks to its attractive introductory offer. During the first six months of service, you'll save AU$84 before the price increases to AU$89p/m. While it's not the cheapest option available, Superloop's speeds clock in at 100Mbps — the theoretical maximum for the tier — during the busy evening hours.

Total minimum cost: AU$75 | Total first year cost: AU$984 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,068

Exetel | Fibre 100/20 | Unlimited data | No lock-in contract | AU$68.99p/m (for 6 months, then AU$84.99p/m)

Exetel's back as a viable option for Opticomm 100 plans, with its offering advertising full 100Mbps downloads during the typical evening hours. Much like its Fibre 50 plan above, you'll save AU$96 over the first 6 months and you can bundle a PAYG phone line for no extra cost.

Total minimum cost: AU$68.99 | Total first year cost: AU$923.88| Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,019.88

Aussie Broadband | Opticomm 100/20 | Unlimited data | No lock-in contract | AU$95p/m

Advertising 99Mbps downloads and 16Mbps uploads, Aussie Broadband's Opticomm 100/20 plan comes in at AU$95p/m ongoing. You can also bundle a home or mobile phone line alongside your service, starting from AU$10p/m. As a premium provider, you can expect to pay premium prices to connect to ABB's network, and it really shows with this plan.

That said, ABB is highly rated among gamers and heavy internet users alike, so if you find your current provider is lacking in those areas, it could be worth the switch.

Total minimum cost: AU$95 | Total yearly cost: AU$1,140

Best Opticomm Fibre 250 plans

Superloop | Fibre 250/25 | Unlimited data | No lock-in contract | AU$85p/m (for 6 months, then AU$99p/m)

Superloop's superfast Fibre plan costs the exact same as its NBN offering, providing incredible value for some seriously fast speeds. Reaching a typical evening speed of 250Mbps, this plan will more than satisfy any heavy internet users, including gamers, streamers and video callers. And with a total of AU$84 off in the first 6 months, it's a damn good deal too.

Total minimum cost: AU$85 | Total first year cost: AU$1,104 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,188

Origin has some pretty good deals on its internet and energy bundles right now, and this Opticomm 250 plan is no exception. Slashing a massive 50% off the internet plan when bundled with a utility, you'll save AU$50p/m for the first 6 months — that's AU$300 total — before the price increases. What's more, when bundled, internet plans are further discounted by AU$10p/m ongoing, meaning you'll only pay AU$110p/m, instead of AU$120p/m.

After that initial discount finishes, Origin's plan is, however, one of the more expensive options for the tier, so do keep that in mind if you want to maximise your savings in the long run.

Total minimum cost: AU$60 | Total first year cost: AU$1,020 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,320

Swoop | Opticomm Fibre 250/25 | Unlimited data | No lock-in contract | AU$114p/m using code LOVE15 (for 6 months, then AU$129)

We mention Swoop again here in the Opticomm 250 category, as it delivers superb speeds of 250/25Mbps. Plus, by using the code LOVE15, you can save up to AU$90 over the first year. Do note though, that the minimum cost for this plan is AU$213, which includes an activation fee of AU$99 as Swoop's team must qualify if your address is suitable.

Total minimum cost: AU$213 | Total first year cost: AU$1,458 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,548

Best Opticomm Fibre 1000 plans

Aussie Broadband | Ultrafast Opticomm 1000 | Unlimited data | No lock-in contract | AU$129p/m

Reaching the fastest speeds currently advertised for an Opticomm plan, ABB's Opticomm 1000/50 plan claims a massive 875Mbps during the evening hours. This mindboggling speed is enough internet for seven or more users with multiple devices, lag-free video calls and UHD/4K streaming.

The only caveat here is that it comes with that premium ABB price tag, so if you think you need that Aussie level of service, this is the Opticomm 1000 plan we'd recommend.

Total minimum cost: AU$129 | Total yearly cost: AU$1,548

Much like its Opticomm 250 offering above, Origin's ultrafast plan has been slashed in half for the first 6 months, meaning it’s just AU$65p/m when bundled with an energy plan. Plus, you'll only pay AU$120p/m ongoing thanks to a nice AU$10p/m discount.

It’s one of the fastest options for the tier, as it reaches 811Mbps during the busy evening hours. However, the ongoing cost is fairly average, so do keep note of that before signing up.

Total minimum cost: AU$65 | Total first year cost: AU$1,110 | Yearly cost after discount: AU$1,440

Opticomm FAQs

Which are the best Opticomm internet providers?

There are more than 50 Australian internet providers that service Opticomm connections. Here are our top picks:

• Aussie Broadband
• Exetel
• Origin
• Superloop
• iiNet
• Launtel
• Telstra
• Swoop
• Leaptel

Are there any ISPs that don't service Opticomm properties?

Yes — surprisingly some of the best NBN providers don't provide plans for Opticomm connections. These providers include:

• Buddy Telco
• AGL
• Dodo
• SpinTel
• Kogan Internet
• Optus
• TPG
• Vodafone
• Tangerine
• More

How do I know if my new property has Opticomm?

If you're not sure if your new apartment or home has Opticomm equipment installed, Opticomm has a handy address checker that can confirm if your property is on the company’s private fibre network. Once confirmed, you can navigate to a list of internet service providers that provide Opticomm connections.

That said, you will need to confirm your address again before signing up for your chosen provider, as some Opticomm ISPs don't service all areas, and some locations may have capped speed tiers.

As someone with an Opticomm connection, during my recent move, I had to chop and change providers as my chosen ISP did not service my area, despite having Opticomm plans. This may not be the case for you, but the advice still remains to double-check with Opticomm and your service provider before signing up for a plan.

Is Opticomm better than the NBN?

Opticomm plans do have the potential to provide faster speeds than the NBN, but it depends on whether the fibre network is available at your address. Before considering an Opticomm plan, make sure your property has Opticomm equipment installed.

At the time of writing, Opticomm fibre internet plans are only available to residences that had the network installed during their construction, or if the network is scheduled to be rolled out in select areas. There is currently no option for existing homes or apartments to install the network.

Lucy Scotting is a digital content writer for Tom’s Guide in Australia, primarily covering NBN and internet-related news. Lucy started her career writing for HR and staffing industry publications, with articles covering emerging tech, business and finance. In her spare time, Lucy can be found watching sci-fi movies, working on her dystopian fiction novel or hanging out with her dog, Fletcher.

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