All NZ fibre broadband providers use the same Chorus or LFC infrastructure — the physical connection to your home is identical. The main differences are price, contract terms, customer service, and extras like routers and included content.
Cheapest: Skinny (~$55/month Fibre 300) or BigPipe
Best value overall: Voyager or Orcon
Best for bundling with power: Electric Kiwi
Best premium: Spark
Best rural/no-fibre: Starlink
Full Comparison Table — NZ Broadband Providers (2026)
| Provider | Fibre 300 | Fibre 900 | Contract | Data | Customer service | Notable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skinny | ~$55/mo | ~$75/mo | None | Unlimited | Online/chat | Cheapest fibre in NZ |
| BigPipe | ~$55/mo | ~$75/mo | None | Unlimited | Online only | No phone support |
| Voyager | ~$70/mo | ~$85/mo | None | Unlimited | NZ phone | Strong service, independent |
| Electric Kiwi | ~$65/mo (bundle) | ~$80/mo | None | Unlimited | Phone/online | Power bundle discount |
| NOW | ~$68/mo | ~$82/mo | None | Unlimited | Phone/online | Independent, competitive |
| Orcon | ~$70/mo | ~$85/mo | None | Unlimited | Phone/online | Part of 2degrees |
| 2degrees | ~$70/mo | ~$85/mo | None | Unlimited | Phone/online | Owns Orcon and Slingshot |
| One NZ | ~$75/mo | ~$90/mo | None | Unlimited | Phone/online | Strong 5G options |
| Spark | ~$78/mo | ~$100/mo | Optional | Unlimited | Full NZ support | Largest ISP, retail stores |
| Mercury | ~$72/mo | ~$86/mo | None | Unlimited | Phone/online | Also provides power |
Prices are approximate as of mid-2026. Always check provider websites for current pricing.
Provider Profiles
Skinny Broadband
Spark’s budget brand. Cheapest or near-cheapest fibre plans in NZ. Good for price-focused households comfortable with online-only support.
- Verdict: Best for: lowest possible price
- Full review →
BigPipe
Another budget provider (historically Spark-associated). Online-only support — no phone number. Very cheap plans.
- Verdict: Best for: absolute minimum price, tech-savvy users comfortable without phone support
- Full review →
Voyager Broadband
Independent, NZ-owned ISP with a strong reputation for customer service. No data caps, no lock-in, NZ-based phone support. One of the best all-round choices.
- Verdict: Best for: value + service quality
- Full review →
Electric Kiwi
Power + broadband bundle specialist. Adding broadband to an EK power account saves on monthly costs. Good Chorus fibre connection.
- Verdict: Best for: households also using EK for power
- Full review →
NOW Broadband
Independent ISP, competitive pricing, phone support. One of the smaller independents with a loyal customer base.
- Verdict: Good alternative to Voyager for independent ISP choice
- Full review →
Orcon
2degrees subsidiary. Good mid-tier option. Competitive pricing with phone support. Often runs deals for new customers.
- Verdict: Best for: 2degrees mobile customers wanting a bundle
- Full review →
2degrees
Parent company of Orcon and Slingshot. Also sells broadband directly under the 2degrees brand. Mobile bundle discounts available.
- Verdict: Best for: existing 2degrees mobile customers
- Full review →
One NZ
Formerly Vodafone NZ. Strong 5G broadband options alongside fibre. 5G Home Broadband is available in many urban areas as a plug-and-play wireless option.
- Verdict: Best for: 5G Home Broadband and One NZ mobile bundle customers
- Full review →
Spark
NZ’s largest ISP. Most comprehensive support options, including in-store help. Premium pricing, but reliable.
- Verdict: Best for: customers who value in-person support and full service range
- Full review →
What to Look for When Comparing
1. Price (total annual cost)
Include the monthly plan cost plus:
- Any sign-up or activation fees
- Router cost (some provide free, some charge $50–$100)
- Any early termination fees
2. Contract terms
Most NZ ISPs now offer month-to-month (no contract). Some offer 12–24 month fixed terms with better monthly rates or included hardware. No-contract plans are generally preferable for flexibility.
3. Data caps
All major NZ fibre plans are now unlimited data. Be cautious of older or very cheap plans that cap data at 100GB or similar.
4. Customer service
How do you want support if your connection drops?
- Phone support: Spark, One NZ, 2degrees, Voyager, Orcon, EK
- Online/chat only: Skinny, BigPipe
- 24/7 support: Spark (most comprehensive)
5. Speed tier
Fibre 300 is sufficient for most households. Only upgrade to 900 if you have 10+ heavy users or specific high-upload needs.