The cost of staying connected is climbing quickly once again. From the start of August 2025, millions of New Zealanders will start seeing higher broadband bills as major providers roll out price increases. This is happening because it’s becoming more expensive to build and maintain broadband infrastructure in New Zealand, and those rising costs are now being passed on to customers.
In the last few months, nearly every major provider has announced price hikes:
Together, our calculations show that these six brands represent up to 80% of fibre broadband connections in urban areas. That means the vast majority of Kiwi households will be affected.
According to the latest Telecommunications Monitoring Report (June 2025), there are over 1.4 million fibre connections across the country. These $4–$5 increases per connection translate into tens of millions of dollars being spent every year by New Zealanders just to stay online.
If you’re a broadband customer on one of these providers, chances are you’re going to feel the impact in your next bill — if not already. And while some plans include bundle discounts that might soften the blow, most customers will be paying more.
The good news? You’re not stuck.
If you aren't happy with the price increase, you can leave your provider without paying any termination fees. That includes fixed-term plans or those on contracts too. Just keep in mind you usually only have about 30 days from when you get the notice to make a move but as the terms of the agreement have changed, you have the right to leave.
Compare your options. Since 2016 we help Kiwis save on broadband and other bills. So we know for sure that there are still fibre plans starting from under $60/month on the market. Some providers offer sign-up bonuses, rental routers, or better speeds for the same money you’re paying now.
It's a good idea to check how much speed you actually need, based on what your household does online. This will ensure that you are not choosing a plan that delivers more speed than you need – why pay more than necessary?
Try our simple Internet Speed Calculator!
If you haven’t reviewed your broadband plan recently, now’s the time. Even small savings per month can add up, especially when the cost of everything else is rising too.
