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Best streaming bundles in Australia

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Streaming services have changed the way we watch television. But being subscribed to them all can really add up.

It started with a harmless subscription to Netflix to see what all the fuss was about. Blink, and suddenly you’re tied up in eight different subscriptions and twelve different storylines – and you can’t bring yourself to stop. Firstly, you’re way too invested in Nate’s villain arc in Ted Lasso on Apple TV+. Secondly, you’ve only just discovered the true beauty of 30 Rock on Stan. The newest season of The White Lotus is about to drop on BINGE. And you can’t cull Disney+, because Only Murders in the Building is really starting to heat up. Okay, this is starting to become a full-time job. 

What if there was a way to bundle your streaming services together, and avoid having to say goodbye to any of your favourite characters? In what seems to be a growing trend, telco providers like Telstra, Optus and Vodafone now offer customers the option to bundle selected streaming services to phone and NBN plans. This essentially means you can combine certain subscriptions together into one bill, saving time, effort and sometimes even money.

So what is the best way to bundle streaming services? And is it really cheaper? 

What streaming services are available in Australia?

Nowadays there’s almost too many to count. Here are the biggest and most popular streaming services:

  • Netflix is a household name around the world and the streaming OG.   
  • Stan is a home-grown streaming service that truly found its place in Aussie households.
  • BINGE aims to be the home of some of the most top-rated premium shows of all time. 
  • Disney+ has all the classics that we all know and love, and then some. 
  • Apple TV+ is Apple’s answer to the massive streaming service growth.
  • Amazon Prime is a streaming spin-off from the US retailer giant Amazon. 
  • Paramount+ is a newcomer with a rich history and vast library.

Now let’s do the math. A standard (no ads) Netflix account is $16.99 per month and Stan and BINGE both start at $10. A subscription to Disney+ will set you back $13.99, Amazon Prime for $9.99 and Apple TV+ for $12.99. Throw in Paramount+ for $9.99, and you’re paying $83.95 a month for streaming services. 

Streaming bundles with Telstra

Previously offering Telstra TV, Telstra has partnered with Fetch to offer entertainment packs to its internet customers. You can earn Telstra Plus points on Fetch purchases which can be redeemed to rent and buy movies and shows. However, Fetch does not currently have Kayo, Binge, Flash or Foxtel Now.

If you’re one for nabbing freebies, keep your eyes peeled – Telstra is constantly running promotions on streaming services through NBN bundles. Previous streaming bonuses offered to Telstra phone and internet customers include a free three-month trial of BINGE, or discounted Kayo subscriptions. 

The following table shows a selection of unlimited Telstra NBN plans on Canstar Blue’s database, listed in order of their standard monthly cost, from the lowest to highest. Use our comparison tool to see plans from a range of other providers. This is a selection of products with links to a referral partner.

Streaming bundles with Optus

In 2021 Optus launched SubHub, a platform that allows eligible Optus postpaid customers to bundle streaming services into one payment – and save money at the same time. SubHub brings all of your content subscriptions into one place which makes it easier to add, manage and review your various subscriptions. SubHub is a separate, free-to-use platform that users can sign up to only after purchasing their mobile or internet plan.

Here’s where the savings come in. Once signed up, customers can add subscriptions to eligible streaming services. If you add two subscriptions to that pile, you’ll save 5% on both subscriptions. Add three or more subscriptions and Optus will slash 10% on your total paid subscription costs. 

Unfortunately, not every streaming service is currently available on the service. Here’s all the ones that are:

  • Netflix
  • Amazon Prime
  • Optus Sport
  • Paramount+ 
  • BritBox
  • MasterClass
  • Kindle Unlimited 
  • Calm
  • Sweat
  • Inkl News  
  • iQiyi

Optus also offers free trials on a range of streaming services, including a three-month free subscription to Kindle Unlimited, Calm and Inkl News and a one-month free subscription to iQiyi. Whilst it doesn’t offer all of your favourite streaming platforms, the savings might be too good to pass up.  

Optus NBN plans with Netflix

If you’re like streaming bundled in to your home internet, Optus’ Plus Family Entertainer NBN plan includes a standard Netflix subscription, alongside an Ultra WiFi booster and WiFi Secure by McAfee.

The following table shows a selection of unlimited Optus NBN plans on Canstar Blue’s database, listed in order of their standard monthly cost, from the lowest to highest. Use our comparison tool to see plans from a range of other providers. This is a selection of products with links to a referral partner.

Streaming bundles with Vodafone

Customers with Vodafone (or those thinking about making the switch) used to be able to use Pay with Vodafone, however as of 2023 you can no longer pay for Netflix or Amazon services through the portal. Pay with Vodafone used to be a bundle opportunity that allowed eligible existing mobile or NBN customers to add their Netflix, Amazon Prime or Amazon Music Unlimited subscriptions to their Vodafone bill. 

The following table shows a selection of unlimited Vodafone NBN plans on Canstar Blue’s database, listed in order of their standard monthly cost, from the lowest to highest. Use our comparison tool to see plans from a range of other providers. This is a selection of products with links to a referral partner.

Internet and streaming bundles

Both Optus and Telstra also offer reduced subscriptions on multiple streaming services when new customers sign up strictly to their internet plans. If you’re looking to make the switch to Optus, the provider’s Internet Everyday NBN is currently a fan favourite. The plan, which offers unlimited data and NBN 50 speeds from $79 per month, will save you the big bucks if sport is your thing – Optus Sport is offered to customers for just $6.99 per month when activated through SubHub. Usually, the streaming service will set you back $24.99 per month.

If you’re looking to spend a bit more, Optus’ Internet Family Entertainer plan offers unlimited data, NBN 50 speeds and Ultra WiFi Booster from $99 per month – and you’ll enjoy a free Netflix subscription, saving you up to $16.99 per month. Telstra, whose internet bundles were discussed earlier, seems to be in favour of offering streaming savings with its internet bundles, so it’s worth keeping your eyes peeled. 

Is it worth bundling your streaming services?

Deciding if streaming service bundles are worth it ultimately comes down to personal preference – and a little bit of luck. As a somewhat new crossover experience in the telco world, not every streaming platform is going to come bundled with your current or preferred NBN plan.

Optus’ SubHub makes for an ideal situation if you’re a sports nut willing to limit yourself to only Netflix Amazon Prime for your scripted content. But if Emmy-award winning shows and box office classics are your thing, maybe give it a miss. For the music lovers, it’s worth checking out Vodafone, but the telco fails to offer any real savings on television streaming content.

All three telco providers have their unique selling points – some possibly more alluring than others – but it comes down to what provider and what bundle fits your needs (and streaming wants) best.

Compare streaming plans

Disney+

Brand Subscription Type No. of Screens/same time viewing Advertised Cost^^/month or year
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Disney+ Monthly Subscription

  • Stream the Disney+ library, including Disney+ Originals, Star Wars, Pixar, Marvel, National Geographic & Star
  • Watch on 4 screens at the same time
  • Add up to 7 profiles
  • Unlimited downloads of shows and movies on up to 10 devices

min. cost $13.99 over one month

4No. of Screens /same time viewing $13.99
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Disney+ Yearly Subscription

  • Stream the Disney+ library, including Disney+ Originals, Star Wars, Pixar, Marvel, National Geographic & Star
  • Watch on 4 screens at the same time
  • Add up to 7 profiles
  • Unlimited downloads of shows and movies on up to 10 devices
  • Prepay for a yearly subscription and save on the monthly cost

min. cost $139.99 over one year

4No. of Screens /same time viewing $139.99
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Kayo Sports

Brand Subscription Type No. of Screens/same time viewing Advertised Cost^^/month
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Kayo One Subscription

  • More than 15,000 hours of sport on-demand
  • Watch on 1 screen at the same time
  • 7-day free trial

min. cost $25 over 1 month

1No. of Screens /same time viewing $25Advertised Cost/month Go To Site
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Basic Subscription

  • More than 15,000 hours of sport on-demand
  • Watch on 2 screens at the same time
  • 7-day free trial

min. cost $30 over 1 month

2No. of Screens /same time viewing $35Advertised Cost/month Go To Site

Original Author: Maddy Morwood

Abi Buckland
Casual Content Producer
Abi Buckland was a content producer at Canstar Blue for almost two years until 2024, most recently in the Telco section. She is studying a Bachelor of Business Management and a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at the University of Queensland.

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