Fixed wireless and satellite internet services are providing faster speeds on average, according to the ACCC’s latest Measuring Broadband Australia report.
It’s good news for Australians beyond the reach of fixed-line internet, as the ACCC’s report found that wireless services are improving in quality and reliability. Its findings include the fixed wireless plans offered by NBN Co and Starlink’s low-orbit satellite array.
According to the latest report, which uses data captured in March 2025, Starlink connections averaged 197.9Mbps download speeds across all hours. During busy hours, considered to be between 7 and 11 PM on weekdays, Starlink’s average was 170.2Mbps. It’s an increase from the previous quarter’s results, which measured at 183.9Mbps and 162.2Mbps respectively.
Last year, NBN Co launched two new high-speed fixed wireless services, with the fastest tier capable of reaching download speeds of up to 400Mbps. The ACCC’s report found that the Fixed Wireless Home Fast plan hit a 166.2Mbps median download speed, while the Fixed Wireless Superfast tier reached 283.5Mbps. Both results reflect the respective services’ performance during busy hours.
Overall, Starlink was found to load popular websites quicker, but NBN fixed wireless plans recorded fewer outages. However, the ACCC added the disclaimer that the difference between the two was “minimal” and was “unlikely to significantly impact the user’s overall experience”.
The news of faster wireless internet comes as NBN Co prepares to turbocharge its fixed-line plans in September. The fastest plans will offer download speeds of up to 2,000Mbps, doubling the previous maximum.
While wireless internet speeds won’t reach those heights, it’s encouraging to see that Australians without access to fixed-line infrastructure won’t be left behind entirely. To see what’s currently available, browse the cheapest NBN plans and save some money on your internet bill.
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