A modem is a device that allows access to the internet. Some of the modems listed below are also routers, meaning they supply a wifi connection for use with multiple devices.
Optus
Optus 4G Home Wireless Broadband
500GB $75/mth 24 Month Contract or Month to Month ($216 modem up front charge)
Must have Optus 4G coverage. Signal and speed may be improved by adding an antenna to the modem. To check availability at your address click here
Unlimited Data $70/mth 24 Month Contract or Month to Month ($200 fee)
Must have Optus 5G coverage. Signal and speed may be improved by adding an antenna to the modem. To check availability at your address click here
Optus Portable PrePaid Devices
Must have Optus coverage. Signal and speed may be improved by adding an antenna to the modem (check specifications to see which devices have antenna ports and for further details on available plans).
Telstra
200GB $99.95/mth (includes modem) or $75/mth (no modem) 24 Month Contract
Must have Telstra 5G coverage. Signal and speed may be improved by adding an antenna to the modem. Telstra currently offers 5G in select areas and is progressively rolling it out to other areas. In non-5G coverage areas, you’ll automatically switch to 4G or 3G. Check coverage at telstra.com/coverage
200GB $91.00/mth (includes modem) or $75/mth (no modem) 24 Month Contract
Must have Telstra 4G coverage*. Signal and speed may be improved by adding an antenna to the modem.
NB: In BIRRR’s experience these modems do not perform well in 3G only areas
The Telstra Mobile Network offers 4GX in all capital CBDs and selected suburban and regional areas and is progressively rolling out to more places. In other coverage areas around Australia, you’ll automatically switch to our fastest available 4G or 3G. Check coverage at telstra.com/coverage
Telstra PrePaid Portable Devices
Wireless internet devices, which include a Pre-Paid SIM card (already inserted). For plan and device details click here
Vodafone
150GB $67.50/mth (includes modem) – 12 month contract
Must have Vodafone coverage (heck your coverage with the Coverage Checker). Modem and plan specifications are detailed here. Also available as a PrePaid device.
150GB $78/mth (includes modem) – 12 month contract
Must have Vodafone coverage (check your coverage with the Coverage Checker). Modem and plan specifications are detailed here.
NB Tec
NB Tec are a solutions specialist, their Longreach Modem solution is a modem/antenna & booster in one that can connect to Telstra, Optus or Vodafone mobile networks.
Mobile Signal Enhancement
The above modems from carriers can be used in conjunction with a repeater and / or antenna to increase signal strength and speed.
Cel-Fi Repeaters for all Carriers
Equipment Suppliers, Installers & Specialists
*Please note, while all care has been taken in compiling BIRRR documents, we recommend that you check with your service provider, regarding your own connection issues and required equipment and plans.
Updated 01/08/2020
Better Internet for Rural, Regional & Remote Australia (BIRRR) 