How much does a broadband plan cost?

It depends on what bandwidth and other benefits it offers. Considering that there is a variety of plans ranging from 200Mbps to 10Gbps, the prices will vary according to the product offerings. It can cost from as low as $29.90 per month to over $100 per month.

Are there other costs besides the monthly broadband plan subscription fee?

Yes. Usually there are other fees that will come with the broadband plan that you signed up for, and they include the registration fee, service installation, and FTP installation.

Is a 2Gbps broadband plan better than a 1Gbps plan?

Yes and no. Every individual requires a different amount of bandwidth and level of internet speed, whether you’re using it for work or for leisure. If you’re a heavy user, then a 2Gbps may work better for you. It’s better to figure out what and who is consuming how much bandwidth in your household so as to help determine the type of broadband plan that is best suited for you and/or your family.

What is an Internet Speed Score?

According to Ookla, a Speed Score is a measure of each provider’s download and upload speed to rank network speed performance (80% of the final Speed Score is attributed to download speed and the remaining 20% to upload speed). The higher the Speed Score, the better it is.

Should I get a broadband plan with a router?

If you have an old and lousy router, and have been experiencing “network jams” that slows down your internet speed, It is time to get a broadband plan with a new router, because no matter how high your internet speed is, you will get nowhere without a router to direct your network for your devices. Thus, it’ll be wise to pick broadband plans that come with good routers.

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Best Broadband Plans In Singapore 2024

In Singapore, we’re pretty much reliant on our digital gadgets for our daily routines and we may feel a little lost without our internet connection. It’s no wonder Singapore moved up and ranked 4th in the World Digital Competitiveness Ranking 2022.

Having a good internet connection is really essential, whether it’s for work or leisure as it makes everything work. So if you’re looking for the best broadband plans for your home, we’re here to help. Compare and find the cheapest broadband plans or the most ideal broadband plan with MoneySmart.

Which Broadband Is Best In Singapore?

Singtel

Singtel's fibre broadband plans are among the pricier ones as compared to those offered by the other popular broadband service providers like M1, StarHub and MyRepublic, but SingTel's bundles are mostly pretty comprehensive as they include the other costs such as registration fee, service installation, and FTP installation.

Currently, Singtel gives you a choice of 7 different broadband plans to choose from, ranging from the very basic 1Gbps Fibre Broadband plan (from $39.90 per month), to the family-friendly 2Gbps Mesh Plus plan ($82.90 per month) and even up to 10 Gbps ($172 per month) for heavy users.

If you're doing a completely new sign-up with any of SingTel's broadband plans, the free FTP installation worth $198.50 (for online sign-ups) can save you some time and effort in getting your broadband in place. You'll also be entitled to many more benefits including:

Router installation waiver that's worth $145
Registration waiver worth $53.50
2-month Security Suite Triple Protect & Parental Control Pass
12-month Amazon Prime subscription
12-month Singtel Home Protect underwritten by Great Eastern Insurance

StarHub

If you’re a light user who needs a simpler broadband plan, StarHub’s 500 Mbps fibre broadband plan ($29.90 per month) may be suitable for you. If not, you can always consider their 1Gbps fibre broadband plan ($49.90 per month) or 2Gbps plan ($62.90 per month) which is slightly pricer than Singtel’s 1Gbps plan, but you’ll get attractive perks such as a Smart WiFi router worth $199 (if you’re signing up for the first time), 3-month Amazon Prime subscription, Disney+ (until February 2023) and a complimentary service installation.

For those who subscribe to their 2Gbps plan, you’ll enjoy similar benefits and on top of that you’re entitled to get a Xiaomi A2 58" 4K Android TV worth $999.

M1

At $29.90 per month for their 500 Mbps fibre broadband plan and $39.90 per month for their 1Gbps fibre broadband plan, the prices of M1’s fibre broadband bundles match StarHub’s and Singtel’s. However, the benefits in the plan differ much from StarHub’s and Singtel’s as you only get a 24-months 4G Mobile Broadband, Home Fixed Voice Service and Optical Network Terminal (ONT) activation.

MyRepublic

MyRepublic has a greater variety of plans as compared to StarHub and M1, and offers some of the most affordable broadband plans around. From their No Frills 1Gbps Broadband at just $36.99 per month to their TP-Link Deco X60 WiFi-6 Mesh 1Gbps Broadband at $54.99 per month and 2Gbps Google Nest Wifi Broadband at $52.99 per month, each of their broadband bundles comes with:

Termination point installation (worth up to $160.50 For New Customers with No Prior TP)
Home Phone Line with unlimited local calls
Service installation worth $53.50

ViewQwest

Light users can opt for its 3Gbps Fibrenet Eero 6e Pro Bundle which is only $28.98 per month – which may be a more economical choice than other similar plans like StarHub’s 500 Mbps fibre broadband plan ($29.90 per month) or MyRepublic’s No Frills 1Gbps Broadband ($36.99 per month), depending on your needs and preferences. Some of its refreshed plans include the 5Gbps Fibernet Eero 6e Pro Bundle - 2 Nodes ($48.98 per month) and 10Gbps Fibernet Eero Max 7 Bundle - Single Node ($59.98 per month) which features (but not limited to the below stated):

WiFi 6E or WiFi 7 with support for gigabit+ speeds
Complimentary 3 months SecureNet (worth S$20.97)
Complimentary 3 months Freedom DNS (worth S$32.10)
Modem rental waiver (worth S$269.97)
NLT Activation fee waiver (worth S$57.77)

On the other hand, its 10Gbps Fibernet Eero Max 7 Bundle - 2 Nodes may be more suitable for heavy users.

*Note that all information above are accurate at the time of writing, last updated on 6 August 2024.

*According to Ookla Speed Test Awards 2022 results. Each Speed Score for each provider is calculated using download speed value and upload speed value, and determined using a modified trimean methodology. The higher the Speed Score, the better it is. The available recommended broadband plans are including but not limited to the above data in the table above, and accurate at the time of writing, last updated 6 August 2024 as per the latest information from the respective stated broadband providers’ websites.

Fibre Broadband Plans Comparison

Broadband provider	Types of plans offered	Price range (per month)
Singtel	1 Gbps Enhanced with Router (24 months) 1 Gbps Plus (24 months) 1 Gbps Pro Gamer (24 months) 1 + 1 Gbps Gamer Bundle (24 months) 2 Gbps Mesh (24 months) 2 Gbps Mesh Plus (24 months) 10Gbps (24 months)	$39.90 to $172 per month
StarHub	500 Mbps (24 months) 1 Gbps with Router (12/24 months) 1 Gbps with 4G SIM and Netflix (24 months) 2 Gbps with Xiaomi Android TV (24 months) 2Gbps with 5G SIM and Xiaomi Android TV (24 months)	$29.90 to $99.90
M1	500 Mbps with 4G mobile broadband (12/24 months) 1 Gbps with Router (12/24 months) 1 Gbps GamePro (24 months) 2 Gbps Mesh/Router (24 months)	$29.90 to $59.90
MyRepublic	200 Mbps (24 months) 1 Gbps (12/24 months or No contract) 1 Gbps with Mesh/Router (24 months) 2 Gbps (12/24 months) 2 Gbps Mesh/Router (24 months) Gamer 2 Gbps (12/24 months) Gamer 2 Gbps Mesh/Router (24 months)	$27.99 to $58.99
ViewQwest	3 Gbps Fibernet Eero 6e Pro Bundle - Single Node & Wifi 6E (24 months) 3 Gbps Fibernet Eero 6e Pro Bundle - 2 Nodes & Wifi 6E (24 months) 5 Gbps Fibernet Max 7 Bundle - Single Node & Wifi 7 (24 months) 5 Gbps Fibernet Max 7 Bundle - 2 Nodes & Wifi 6E (24 months) 10 Gbps Fibernet Max 7 Bundle - Single Node & Wifi 7 (24 months) 10 Gbps Fibernet Max 7 Bundle - 2 Nodes & Wifi 7 (24 months) 3 Gbps Fibernet Eero 6e Pro Bundle - 2 Nodes & Wifi 6E (24 months)	$28.98 to $74.99

Tip #1

Check the bandwidth that you really need

Everyone requires a different amount of bandwidth, whether you’re using it for work to check emails and do web browsing, downloading and uploading large files, or for leisure activities that include streaming videos and online gaming. It’s better to figure out what and who is consuming how much bandwidth in your household so as to help determine what type of broadband plans to get for yourself and/or your family.

A quick way to check the bandwidth usage is via your router, if not you can do it by using a third-party program like a network analysis app which there are many that you can easily download for free on either the Apple or Google Play app store. Light users can consider no contract options like the ones by MyRepublic, rather than taking up a 12 or 24-month broadband plan.

Tip #2

Opt for a suitable internet speed

Most would say that the faster the better, but that would really depend on how much you’re willing to spend on your broadband plan. If you’re a heavy user, then it’ll make more economic sense to get as fast an internet speed as possible, after running a speed test of your connection. You can do this with platforms by Ookla, CloudFlare or others that you prefer. Most of them are readily available on the web, so you can do it anytime.

Tip #3

Consider plans with routers

The effects of Wi-Fi lag can get annoying when multiple devices are connected to your router at once. A router is like the traffic light that directs the network traffic for your devices in the right directions. So if you have an old and lousy router, it wouldn't do such a good job as a new router, which may lead to “network jams” that slows down your internet speed, even if you have the best broadband plan with really high internet speed. Thus, it’ll be wise to pick broadband plans that come with good routers.

Tip #4

Go for ultra-low latency for better gaming experience

“Gaming” broadband plans usually feature the ultra-low latency component which determines how quickly data packets are sent from your computer to the server. For gamers, having a large latency is a disadvantage as your gaming experience may be affected and will “lag”. This will give opponents that little bit of extra time to take you down. You’ll want to avoid this by topping up a little bit more for a broadband plan with ultra-low latency.

Tip #5

Think about cybersecurity

Having a fast internet connection is not sufficient enough nowadays because reliability and security are among the many other factors that many users look out for. Providers like Singtel, M1, MyRepublic and StarHub do offer online security solutions for you to add-on to your broadband plans, so be sure to check them out and get covered.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a broadband plan cost?: It depends on what bandwidth and other benefits it offers. Considering that there is a variety of plans ranging from 200Mbps to 10Gbps, the prices will vary according to the product offerings. It can cost from as low as $29.90 per month to over $100 per month.
Are there other costs besides the monthly broadband plan subscription fee?: Yes. Usually there are other fees that will come with the broadband plan that you signed up for, and they include the registration fee, service installation, and FTP installation.
Is a 2Gbps broadband plan better than a 1Gbps plan?: Yes and no. Every individual requires a different amount of bandwidth and level of internet speed, whether you’re using it for work or for leisure. If you’re a heavy user, then a 2Gbps may work better for you. It’s better to figure out what and who is consuming how much bandwidth in your household so as to help determine the type of broadband plan that is best suited for you and/or your family.
What is an Internet Speed Score?: According to Ookla, a Speed Score is a measure of each provider’s download and upload speed to rank network speed performance (80% of the final Speed Score is attributed to download speed and the remaining 20% to upload speed). The higher the Speed Score, the better it is.
Should I get a broadband plan with a router?: If you have an old and lousy router, and have been experiencing “network jams” that slows down your internet speed, It is time to get a broadband plan with a new router, because no matter how high your internet speed is, you will get nowhere without a router to direct your network for your devices. Thus, it’ll be wise to pick broadband plans that come with good routers.

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