Comparing Advertised Speeds
An important aspect to check is whether the speed advertised is the highest that can be attained, or is a typical speed. Some services may provide what is advertised during the quieter hours and then slow right down during peak periods during the evening. Our plans indicate standard/typical evening speeds.
Comparing Cost
As with mobile phone plans, it can be a little tricky comparing internet plans; but the old saying of “you get what you pay for” can come into play. Lightning Broadband may cost a little more compared to some ISP’s, but that little extra is paying for quality of service, our amazing unequaled upload speeds and unlimited data.
Comparing Latency
Latency is a measure of time delay from one point of a network to another. It’s not such a big issue for the average internet user, but for serious gamers, it can be an important aspect. Some of our team are gamers, so they’ve got your back.
Comparing Jitter
Again, not such a huge issue for the average user (but jitter is very low with our services). Jitter is the change in the amount of time it takes for a piece of data to move from a point in a network to another point.
Compare Bandwidth/Data Allowances
The faster your internet speed, the more data you’ll consume; particularly once you can access all the bandwidth-intensive sites and content that you perhaps avoided previously due to slow speeds and continuous buffering.
In our view, the days of data capped internet plans are over and should be dead and buried – unlimited data is what every Australian needs and deserves.
Comparing Support
This is another common issue with some ISP’s. You have a problem, so you call up the support line for assistance and then you’re having to deal with someone in an overseas call center who you can barely understand. All our team are based in Australia and have excellent communications skills.
Whether it’s broadband for home or a business broadband plan you’re searching for, we have the technology, the people and the passion to help ensure your internet experience is always blistering-fast!
Check availability in your area by clicking the button below or contact our team via our online form, [email protected] or on 1300 596 426
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