Fibre Broadband Offers 2026

Wakrak on 06/01/2026 - 11:30
Last edited 06/01/2026 - 15:13

My contract with Mercury ends on the 11th of February (no notice required) so looking to find the best offer.

Prefer 500/100 though keen to hear from those of you that are on 100/20 (I mostly do movie streaming with Real-Debrid, YouTube, several smart appliances, work laptop and mobile phone. Just the TV is connected via ethernet).

Curious to hear what offers people have been accepting in the new year.

Mercury retention offer:
500/100 $99 + $10 discount = $89/month (free modem)

Fast Connect:
2degrees: 500/100 $94/month + $100 credit + Orbi 6 modem = $85.66/month
2degrees: 100/20 $65 + $100 credit + Orbi 6 modem = $56.66/month
One NZ: 500/100 $86/month + $5/month for modem

Skinny
500/100 $90/month + 1 month off (=$82.50/month overall) + $10 modem delivery

Slingshot
500/100 $90/month + $5/month for modem

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  • jackvdbuk on 06/01/2026 - 11:42
    +1

    Try sky for 100, not sure if they still do it for 50 pm by calling for a"offer". They had good price for 500 too..

    No issues with anything you have mentioned although I do not stream 4k. No issues with any YouTube or Disney high res.

  • ace310 on 06/01/2026 - 11:55

    Using retention team at Slingshot, I extended my 500/100 contract for another 12 months at $85/mth in November. I am using my own modem so don't need them. Try to talk to CS at Slingshot and see if they give you some better deal than $90/mth.

    • cityslucka on 06/01/2026 - 12:28

      Just gave slingshot a call this morning and got my retention discount added back on after lapsing and missing a month and paying $100. They were kind enough to add an extra $15 credit for the missed month

    • Wakrak on 06/01/2026 - 15:23

      Talked to Slingshot

      The lady mistakenly gave me the cost for 2degrees first lol

      2degrees $89/month + $5/month for modem
      Slingshot $90/month + $5/month for modem

      Told em I could sign up with 2degrees cheaper elsewhere and she started talking about bundles instead.

      • ace310 on 06/01/2026 - 15:29

        Isn't that the normal cost lol.

        • Wakrak on 06/01/2026 - 15:34

          Normal deal cost, yeah. Going to hit up Sky next, $80/month for 12 months apparently.

  • icecold on 06/01/2026 - 12:25

    Simply Broadband still showing 79.79 /month no contract. (500/100)
    BYO router.

    I signed up late last year - no complaints, were quick to sort my connection issue.

    • Nzfade on 06/01/2026 - 13:51

      I believe this has increased 1st of January.

      At Simply Broadband, we know price rises are never welcome — they’re yuck for everyone. We work hard to keep things simple, fair, and great value for Kiwi households. But from 1 January 2026, wholesale fibre network charges across New Zealand are increasing, and that means the cost of us delivering broadband to your home will be affected.

      As of January 1st 2026, Simply Broadband plans for new customers will be priced at:

      $63.59 - Fibre Essential - 100/20 Mbps

      $83.79 - Fibre Plus - 500/100 Mbps

      $99.99 - Fibre Pro - 950/450 Mbps

      • icecold on 06/01/2026 - 15:18

        web team must be on holiday still, website showing the old price still.

  • Wakrak on 06/01/2026 - 15:44
    +3

    Thanks everyone.

    Signed up with Sky Broadband $80/month + free modem on 500/100 plan over 12 months.

    They originally offered me $90/month and then $85/month in the same breath. I said it was on par with other offers, so bloke chopped off another $5.

    • Wakrak on 06/01/2026 - 15:57
      +1

      Just talked to Mercury. Looks like they don't want their modem back. So, I now have a free eero 6 router lol

    • Superpower21 on 06/01/2026 - 17:56

      How's your experience with mercury broadband? I heard some people with slow speed when they switched to mercury.

      • Wakrak on 06/01/2026 - 19:52

        Speed good overall. Only issue has been when I do Teams meetings on my work laptop.

    • tehyitz on 06/01/2026 - 17:56
      +1

      Can you let us know whether Sky Broadband uses CG-NAT for new connections (as of 2026)?

    • Nzfade on 07/01/2026 - 07:15

      Are you a sky customer already or is this a broadband-only? Am shopping around myself right now paying $85 no contract on Contact Energy.

      • Wakrak on 07/01/2026 - 08:06
        +1

        Just broadband and not a Sky customer

    • mariechar51 on 14/01/2026 - 17:02

      Has your plan started yet? How are you finding Sky Broadband?

      • Wakrak on 14/01/2026 - 17:29

        Starts 11th Feb

  • Lifeline on 07/01/2026 - 12:18
    +2

    I've just signed up to Sky's $55 a month plan. I don't have a subscription with them but just asked them if they could do that deal for me and they agreed to it if I signed up there and then.

  • Tenkss on 07/01/2026 - 12:46

    Hi, I’m with Ash Net, I think this was/is the cheapest high speed connection I could find, just a little leg work but no more than normal when trying to get a deal.

    Speed: 920/500
    Price: $85
    Contract: 12 Months
    Modem: BYO or +$5/m

    This deal is not advertised on there website. It shows $85 for 1st 3 months on a 12M contract. However they also offer a $50 referral credit.

    When I was searching for a new ISP I was never referred but I gave them a call and said I would like to sigh up for 12M but for $85 for the full 12 Months.

    Initially they said no, but when I said I wouldn’t put a referral down they agreed. I’ve also done this deal for several family members happily waiving the referral credit.

    If you want my referral send me a PM I’ll be happy to help if the request a referral etc.

    They run on the same settings as, One, Slingshot, Mercury etc.

  • mariechar51 on 08/01/2026 - 14:01

    Thanks for reminding me, my plan is coming up for renewal soon. Have emailed them and here is their retention offer:

    Unlimited fiber starter plan (100/20Mbps) - $65/month

    Less $5 Loyalty Monthly discount

    Your Monthly bill will be $60

    Please note this is a 12-month contract and an early cancellation fee of up to $199 + any credit clawback will apply if you cancel within 12 months.

    • mariechar51 on 08/01/2026 - 17:36

      2degrees btw*

    • jackvdbuk on 08/01/2026 - 18:31

      Try sky over the phone, might be able to get it for 50pm

      • mariechar51 on 14/01/2026 - 17:01

        2degrees are not budging. Final offer is $60. Sky Broadband is $55 for 12 months for the same speed.

        Anyone recommends Sky?

        • jackvdbuk on 14/01/2026 - 17:54
          +1

          No Issues works for me. I use my own router though

  • Fried Chicken on 09/01/2026 - 11:59
    +1

    I was lucky enough to sign up with vetta for $30/month for 500/100 at my mum's place.

    I see Edos are doing $6 or $14.50 a week, not sure what speeds are like

  • MrCheapie on 14/01/2026 - 19:24

    I’ve signed up to simply broadband on the 500/100 plan no fixed contract, BYOM for $83.79 a month. No issues at all. Good speeds and reliable service.

  • Martz5 on 17/01/2026 - 17:04

    Discounted Zeronet broadband for student card holders

    https://www.zeronet.co.nz/student-card-broadband/?gad_source…

  • jjjj on 21/01/2026 - 09:58

    I just went with Slingshot again for $85 per month on a 12 month contract. I considered Simply Broadband, but prices are only going up, so figure a fixed term reduces the risk of it. When Slingshot raised their prices last year, they "credited" me the difference for the rest of the term.

    Would love to hear from others on if there are better options out there. I did consider switching to Skinny for one month free, but I'm not sure $85 credit is worth the hassle of switching and potential downtime and billing issues.

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