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Internet Providers in New Zealand

Best Internet Service Providers in New Zealand (2025) | TopProviders.net

Compare broadband options across Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and all regions. For bundled deals, see our Internet+TV guide.

Top 5 Internet Providers in New Zealand

1. Spark

Speed: Up to 4Gbps (Fibre Max) | Avg. 450Mbps (5G)

Coverage: 97% of households (National leader)

Pros:

  • Largest 5G mobile network
  • Includes Lightbox streaming
  • 24/7 NZ-based support

Cons:

  • Premium pricing
  • 12-month contracts standard

2. Vodafone NZ (Now One NZ)

Speed: Up to 2Gbps (Fibre) | Avg. 300Mbps (5G)

Coverage: 95% of urban areas

Pros:

  • Best international roaming
  • Flexible no-contract options
  • Good app experience

Cons:

  • Network congestion in cities
  • Mixed rural coverage

3. 2degrees

Speed: Up to 1Gbps (Fibre) | Avg. 200Mbps (4G/5G)

Coverage: 85% nationwide

Pros:

  • Most affordable major provider
  • No credit checks
  • Simple unlimited plans

Cons:

  • Limited 5G rollout
  • Basic customer service

4. MyRepublic

Speed: Up to 8Gbps (Hyperfibre) | Avg. 600Mbps

Coverage: Fibre areas nationwide

Pros:

  • Fastest available speeds
  • Gamer-optimized networks
  • No lock-in contracts

Cons:

  • Limited mobile options
  • Urban-focused

5. Slingshot

Speed: Up to 1Gbps (Fibre) | Avg. 150Mbps (VDSL)

Coverage: Nationwide via Chorus network

Pros:

  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Good international calling
  • Free modem included

Cons:

  • No 5G mobile
  • Average peak-time speeds

Internet by Region

Auckland Best Speeds

Top Providers: MyRepublic (Hyperfibre), Spark (5G), 2degrees (Value)

Avg. Speed: 450Mbps (Fibre), 300Mbps (5G)

Wellington Full Fibre

Top Providers: Spark (Reliable), Vodafone (Fast), Slingshot (Budget)

Avg. Speed: 400Mbps (Fibre), 250Mbps (5G)

Rural Areas Limited Options

Top Providers: Wireless Nation (Rural broadband), Starlink (Satellite), Spark (Mobile)

Avg. Speed: 50Mbps (Wireless), 150Mbps (Starlink)

How to Choose

  1. Check fibre availability at your address
  2. Compare data needs (Unlimited vs capped)
  3. Consider bundling with mobile/pay TV
  4. Look at peak-time speed guarantees

Final Recommendations

  • Best Overall: Spark (Reliable nationwide)
  • Fastest Speeds: MyRepublic (Hyperfibre)
  • Best Value: 2degrees (Affordable unlimited)
  • Rural Solution: Starlink (Best satellite)

Compare all NZ broadband plans at TopProviders.net or our Internet+TV guide.