Latest broadband news

Had a great experience with your Broadband Provider? Or perhaps not so great? The Commerce Commission is asking people to tell them what they like or dislike about their broadband provider. And, what helped them choose which provider and service they signed up to. Broadband Compare are passionate about creating a world where an informed choice is the only choice - learn how to have your say. 

The Commerce Commission has released its latest report on how broadband services are performing in NZ. Compare broadband speed and performance for ADSL, VDSL, Fibre & Wireless. Are you getting a great streaming experience at home? 

Spark has announced that the Rugby World Cup 2019 Tournament Pass will be free for new or renewing customers on an eligible mobile or broadband plan. Broadband customers will need to commit to a 12 month unlimited broadband plan with Spark, so before you hit the ‘sign up’ button….

The government’s recent Wellbeing Budget set aside $7.7 million for senior causes including digital literacy training. We believe everyone should be able to make an informed choice when choosing a new broadband plan. Here’s how to know if you are on the right type of broadband plan and how to make an informed choice.

We are please to announce the latest winners of the Broadband Pulse and Power Pulse survey competition. Is it you?

The Commerce Commission has warned Spark for likely breaching the law when it notified customers of a broadband price rise last year. We you one of the customers effected?

Spark Sport have launched earlybird passes to stream the Spark Sport Rugby World Cup 2019. Make sure you have the fastest broadband plan and sign up in May and get the super early bird price of just….

New Chorus fibre connections have outpaced the decline of copper line in the first quarter of 2019.  More New Zealanders than ever are enjoying the benefits of fibre as they move away from old-school copper connections.  

When it comes to the most complained about services – New Zealanders are clear that phone and broadband top the list. Are you putting up with poor services, slow internet, or confusing deals? With over 100 internet providers in the country there’s no reason for 49% of people to be unhappy with their service provider. 

Need some help figuring out which broadband speed is right for you? Our handy comparison table will help you see how different broadband speeds shape up in real life.