Review of Activ8me NBN Plans
If you’re living in regional or rural Australia, you may well know the struggle of finding reliable, affordable internet that meets the needs of customers outside of the big cities. However, look past the big-name telcos and you’ll find providers such as Activ8me — a Melbourne-based company specialising in keeping regional communities connected.
Activ8me offers a range of NBN plans across a variety of technologies (including satellite, fibre connections and fixed wireless), as well as OptiComm fibre plans for housing estates.
First established over 15 years ago, Activ8me is known as a provider of NBN Sky Muster satellite plans and remains focused on offering communications solutions to remote areas. With both standalone and bundled plans on offer, we’ve reviewed Activ8me’s broadband plan offerings below.
Activ8me Internet Plans
Activ8me offers a varied selection of broadband plans, including Sky Muster, fixed wireless and fibre NBN connections. Below is a selection of Sky Muster plans from Activ8me.
Skymuster Sonic plans
The following table shows selected published Activ8me Sky Muster Sonic plans on Canstar Blue’s database, listed in order of cost, from the lowest to highest and then by data allowance, largest to smallest. Use our comparison tool to see fixed-line plans from a range of other providers. This is a selection of products with links to a referral partner.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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min. cost $44.95 over one month |
155GB | $44.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $49.95 over one month |
180GB | $49.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $54.95 over one month |
300GB | $54.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $69.95 over one month |
235GB | $69.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $94.95 over one month |
260GB | $94.95 | Go To Site |
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What does Activ8me offer?
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Activ8me NBN Plans |
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Unlimited data |
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Top-speed NBN Plan |
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Entertainment |
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Call packs |
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Choice of contract |
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Included modem |
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Available across FTTP, FTTB, FTTN |
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Activ8me NBN Coverage
Aussie Broadband offers both fibre and fixed wireless NBN, with fixed line plans including FTTP, HFC, FTTN, FTTB and FTTC technologies. The telco also has a big selection of Sky Muster satellite services, as well as OptiComm fibre plans – what’s available in your home will depend on your location.
Fortunately, you can use Activ8me’s address checker to determine both if you’re eligible for an NBN plan, and if so, what kind of technology is available in your area.
Activ8me Features & Bonuses
Alongside NBN and broadband, Activ8me offers both home phone and modem options.
- Home phone: A traditional landline service is available, with prices beginning at $30 per month for PAYG calls, and $55 for unlimited standard calls to Australian numbers.
- VoIP phone: NBN customers can add an internet phone pack to their plan from $5 per month for PAYG calls, $10 per month for unlimited standard calls to Australian landlines, and $20 per month for unlimited standard calls to Australian numbers.
- Modems/Routers: You’re free to bring your own compatible hardware to all Activ8me plans, but pre-configured wireless routers are available to buy from $85 upfront, depending on your plan.
- No excess data charges: There are no excess usage charges on NBN plans: instead, Activ8me will slow (or ‘shape’) data download and upload speeds once the monthly data allocation has been used. Speeds will return to normal when a new month and billing cycle begins.
Activ8me SkyMuster NBN Plans
SkyMuster was released in early 2017, and is designed to connect customers in rural and remote locations. Prices are generally much higher on average than other NBN connections, but unlimited data is now available to customers with access to SkyMuster Plus Premium plans. Activ8me has a strong focus on its Sky Muster NBN plans, so if you’re looking into this form of NBN connection, you’ll find plenty of plan options to choose from.
Below are Activ8me’s Sky Muster plans on both the 12Mbps (Standard Plans) and 25Mbps (Sonic Plans) speed tiers.
Skymuster Standard Plans
SkyMuster Standard plans
The following table shows selected published Activ8me Sky Muster plans on Canstar Blue’s database, listed in order of cost, from the lowest to highest and then by data allowance, largest to smallest. Use our comparison tool to see fixed-line plans from a range of other providers. This is a selection of products with links to a referral partner.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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min. cost $39.95 over one month |
155GB | $39.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $44.95 over one month |
180GB | $44.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $49.95 over one month |
300GB | $49.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $64.95 over one month |
235GB | $64.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $89.95 over one month |
260GB | $89.95 | Go To Site |
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Skymuster Sonic Plans
Activ8Me’s “Sonic” plan option allows for faster speeds, advertising the $5 extra cost makes the satellite operate at the fastest that it can go. If you’re a heavy internet user in a regional area, it might be worth getting on board with a sonic plan.
Skymuster Sonic plans
The following table shows selected published Activ8me Sky Muster Sonic plans on Canstar Blue’s database, listed in order of cost, from the lowest to highest and then by data allowance, largest to smallest. Use our comparison tool to see fixed-line plans from a range of other providers. This is a selection of products with links to a referral partner.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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min. cost $44.95 over one month |
155GB | $44.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $49.95 over one month |
180GB | $49.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $54.95 over one month |
300GB | $54.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $69.95 over one month |
235GB | $69.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $94.95 over one month |
260GB | $94.95 | Go To Site |
| View all NBN plans listed on Canstar Blue |
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SkyMuster Plus Plans
SkyMuster Plus plans include a monthly metered data allowance specifically for video streaming and VPN use between the peak hours of 4pm and midnight. All other use – including VPN and video streaming outside those hours – is unlimited, meaning customers don’t have to worry about hitting their data cap.
SkyMuster Plus plans
The following table shows selected published Activ8me Sky Muster Plus plans on Canstar Blue’s database, listed in order of cost, from the lowest to highest and then by data allowance, largest to smallest. Use our comparison tool to see fixed-line plans from a range of other providers. This is a selection of products with links to a referral partner.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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min. cost $49.95 over one month |
Unlimited | $49.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $59.95 over one month |
Unlimited | $59.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $69.95 over one month |
Unlimited | $69.95 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $84.95 over one month |
Unlimited | $84.95 | Go To Site |
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SkyMuster Plus Premium Plans
SkyMuster Plus Premium plans includes a fully unmetered and unlimited data allowance, with no peak or off-peak periods. Speeds on this plan will sit at around 25Mbps in busy periods, but burst speeds of up to 100Mbps are available depending on network traffic.
Sky Muster Plus Premium plans
The following table shows selected published Activ8me Sky Muster Plus Premium plans on Canstar Blue’s database, listed in order of cost, from the lowest to highest and then by data allowance, largest to smallest. Use our comparison tool to see fixed-line plans from a range of other providers. This is a selection of products with links to a referral partner.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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min. cost $59.00 over one month |
Unlimited | $59.00 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $74.00 over one month |
Unlimited | $74.00 | Go To Site |
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min. cost $99.00 over one month |
Unlimited | $99.00 | Go To Site |
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Activ8me Fibre NBN Plans
Fibre is the NBN type that will first come to mind when NBN is mentioned. Plans are available on a base speed of NBN 50 with the option to upgrade to NBN 100/20 or NBN 100/40 speeds. You’ll have the choice of either 100GB, 250GB and unlimited data options, which will also determine how much you pay for your plan.
Plans are available month-to-month and six-month contracts, however if you sign up for a six month plan and cancel before those six months, you’ll need to pay an early termination fee.
The following table shows a selection of published Activ8me NBN plans on Canstar Blue’s database, listed in order of cost, from the lowest to highest and then by data allowance, largest to smallest. Use our comparison tool to compare a wider range of NBN plans and providers.
Activ8me Fixed Wireless NBN Plans
Activ8me’s fixed wireless plans are of similar value to its fixed-line options. Prices are the same, but fixed wireless is only available on one speed tier: NBN 50, or Standard Plus Evening Speed (referred to SuperSonic by Activ8me). Maximum off-peak speeds are between 24-48Mbps, but actual speeds will be depend on factors such as your location, network congestion, and hardware.
While Activ8me doesn’t specify the speeds you’ll likely have on these plans, the activities which this plan is suitable for, along with the number of people suitable to use at once, generally fits with what you can typically expect on NBN 50 speeds.
Plans are available on a no-lock-in-contract basis with no setup fee.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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NBN Fixed Wireless Plus
min. cost $74.95 over one month |
Unlimited | $74.95 | |
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NBN Fixed Wireless Home Fast
min. cost $79.95 over one month |
Unlimited | $79.95 | |
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NBN Fixed Wireless Super Fast
min. cost $89.95 over one month |
Unlimited | $89.95 | |
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Activ8me OptiComm Plans
Those in a housing estate or new apartment block may find themselves on the OptiComm network. Good news: it’s much like the NBN network, with similar plan pricing and speed tiers. Activ8Me offers unlimited data with five different speed tiers available, labelled ‘Standard’, ‘Sonic’, ‘Supersonic’, ‘Premium-100’ and ‘Hypersonic’ respectively, with speed tiers starting at 12Mbps and going up to 100Mbps download speeds.
You can choose between a month-to-month plan or six-month contract. A month-to-month plan includes a $98 setup fee, while a six-month plan requires you to pay an early termination fee of $150 if you decide to leave early. You can choose to either BYO modem or add on your choice of modem with free delivery.
| Brand | Features | Max Data**/billing period | Advertised Cost^^/billing period | |
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Unlimited Standard
min. cost $157.95 over one month |
Unlimited | $59.95 | |
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Unlimited Sonic
min. cost $167.95 over one month |
Unlimited | $69.95 | |
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Unlimited SuperSonic
min. cost $177.95 over one month |
Unlimited | $79.95 | |
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Unlimited Premium 100
min. cost $197.95 over one month |
Unlimited | $99.95 | |
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Unlimited HyperSonic
min. cost $207.95 over one month |
Unlimited | $109.95 | |
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Activ8me Support & Customer Service
Activ8me’s main support channel is over-the-phone, but the telco is available for online enquiries. The phone number listed below is suitable for both sales and customer support.
- Activ8me’s phone number is 13 22 88 (8am-8pm Mon-Fri; 8am to 5pm Sat-Sun AEDT)
- You can email Activ8me through a contact form on the website
- Activ8me’s Facebook page
- Activ8me’s Twitter: @Activ8mesocial
How does Activ8me compare to other providers?
Other telcos that offer unlimited data broadband include:
Activ8me offers some of the most popular satellite NBN in Australia, and remains pretty competitive across the board. However, as per usual, expect prices to jolt should you wish for the fastest speed tiers with unlimited data.
Is Activ8me worth the money?
Activ8me seems to represent a good option across all NBN speed tiers and deliveries, but especially if you’re a customer looking for an alternative to fixed-line NBN (for example, satellite Sky Muster or OptiComm fibre). Some customers may be put off by expensive setup and router fees, but keep in mind that these can be lessened or waived if you sign up for a six-month contract.
Although Activ8me doesn’t offer all the bells and whistles found with bigger providers (such as home entertainment), the telco does provide a good range of home internet solutions that aren’t overpriced. With almost every broadband technology type available, Activ8me’s plans cover most Australians, especially those living outside of populated areas.
Activ8me also offers a range of NBN and fibre broadband speeds, and its month-to-month plans add flexibility (provided you’re happy to pay setup costs). Overall, the company could be well worth a look for anyone outside of metropolitan Australia: however, make sure you compare plans across a range of providers before signing on the dotted line.
Other articles worth reading
- The Cheapest NBN Plans
- Australia’s Top NBN Plans
- NBN Speed Tiers Explained
- Checking If Your Router is NBN-Ready
About the author of this page
This page was written and is regularly updated by Canstar Blue’s Telco Editor, Tara Donnelly. Having spent more than seven years writing for and editing telco comparison websites, she’s an expert in all things phone & internet, including NBN plans and how to find the best deal for your family. She loves to highlight the next best NBN deals, while also flagging the things you need to be aware of. Tara also acts as a spokesperson for Canstar Blue.