Fibre Broadband Plans in Singapore

Is fibre broadband internet better than WiFi?

Whether you call it home WiFi, broadband or fibre internet, you're talking about the same thing. Singapore has a nationwide fibre network, so all home internet is delivered to homes via fibre.

Fibre broadband allows for multi-gigabit download and upload speeds. This means users can sign up for plans ranging from 200Mbps to 10Gbps.

How do I compare fibre broadband internet plans?

All fibre broadband internet plans in Singapore come with unlimited data. Outside of this, consider the following factors:

• Speed: Broadband plans range from 200Mbps to 10Gbps, but 1Gbps plans are most common.
• Price: Broadband prices start at around $30 per month and go up to more than $150 per month. It's typical for plans to have an upfront fee.
• Contract: Most broadband plans have 24-month contracts. There are some that have 12-month contracts, plus there are no-contract plan add-ons.
• Router: No-frills broadband plans that let you bring your own (BYO) router are cheaper, but some broadband plans let you bundle a compatible router.
• Broadband providers: All broadband providers work on the same fibre network, so speed, price, contract and inclusions help separate them.

How fast is internet in Singapore?

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Fibre broadband internet in Singapore is one of the fastest in the world. According to the Ookla Speedtest Global Index, average speeds for home internet in Singapore are above 200Mbps. Fibre broadband internet providers in Singapore sell plans with symmetrical download and upload speeds. This means 1Gbps plans have up to 1Gbps download speeds and up to 1Gbps upload speeds.

Here are the different plan speeds sold in Singapore:

• 200Mbps: Built for multiple 4K video streams, fast file transfers, multiple game streams.
• 300Mbps: Great for more 4K video streams, faster file transfers, more game streams.
• 500Mbps: Offers 4K streams for all devices, faster still file transfers, game streams for all devices.
• 1Gbps: Offers all of the above speed perks, plus seamless cloud interaction, small business-grade internet speeds.
• 2Gbps: Offers all of the above speed perks, plus separate personal/work internet, medium business-grade internet speeds.
• 10Gbps: Offers all of the above speed perks, plus enterprise-grade internet speeds.

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Which internet provider is the fastest in Singapore?

According to Ookla's Speedtest Awards, ViewQwest has the fastest download and upload speeds in Singapore in 2022. Though WhizComms isn't listed, ViewQwest offered somewhat faster download speeds and noticeably faster upload speeds compared to MyRepublic, Singtel, StarHub and M1.

How much is internet in Singapore?

Fibre broadband internet in Singapore isn't free. Prices vary based on the provider and plan speed. The cheapest fibre broadband plans in our comparison engine are under $30 per month for 200Mbps, 300Mbps or 500Mbps plans.

Note that there's typically a once-off upfront fee, which range in price from around $50 to roughly $110. While fibre broadband providers in Singapore offer a range of speeds, all offer 1Gbps plans and all but WhizComms sell 2Gbps plans. For 1Gbps speeds, prices start at around $35 to $40 per month. For 2Gbps plans, prices start at around $50 per month. Spintel sells a 10Gbps plan that costs more than $170 per month.

Do all fibre broadband plans in Singapore have contracts?

It's common for most fibre broadband plans in Singapore to have 24-month contracts. Certain providers like WhizComms, M1, StarHub and MyRepublic sell plans with 12-month contracts. MyRepublic also sells a no-contract 1Gbps fibre broadband plan. Shorter contracts or no-contract plans may be available as a premium plan add-on from participating providers.

It's also worth noting that fibre broadband prices may go up after a 12-month or 24-month contract period ends, which is why it's worth comparing plans across providers initially and when a contract ends.

What router do I need for fibre broadband internet in Singapore?

Fibre broadband internet plans in Singapore are sold as no-frills BYO router plans or ones that include a router. Sometimes routers are included as a plan feature, or they may cost extra as a monthly plan add-on. Routers connect to a modem installed by your provider and then share the internet around the home via Ethernet cable and WiFi signal.

All modern routers should be compatible with fibre broadband internet. You may be able to save money when switching providers and using your current router. That said, it's worth checking with your new provider about router compatibility and configuration settings.

Which providers offer fibre broadband plans?

Because all fibre broadband internet providers in Singapore operate on the same fibre network, comparisons come down to price, speed and plan features. The following providers sell fibre broadband plans in Singapore:

• M1: Fibre broadband plans from $29.90 per month ($58.85 upfront fee) for 500Mbps speeds.
• MyRepublic: Fibre broadband plans from $27.99 per month ($110.21 upfront fee) for 200Mbps speeds.
• Singtel: Fibre broadband plans from $45.90 per month ($56.71 upfront fee) for 1Gbps speeds.
• StarHub: Fibre broadband plans from $29.90 per month ($56.71 upfront fee) for 500Mbps speeds.
• ViewQwest: Fibre broadband plans from $38.88 per month ($110.21 upfront fee) for 1Gbps speeds.
• WhizComms: Fibre broadband plans from $26.90per month ($56.71 upfront fee) for 300Mbps speeds.

M1 is a good provider to consider for no-frills BYO router plans. MyRepublic has gamer-focused plans and features. Singtel has a range of fibre broadband plans, including a 10Gbps plan for no-compromise speeds.

StarHub has great reported customer satisfaction, plus its Smart WiFi routers and mesh WiFi systems are built for strong WiFi coverage. ViewQwest fibre broadband plans are worth considering for plans that want reliably fast speeds. WhizComms offers some of the cheapest fibre broadband plans available.

Fibre broadband home internet in Singapore FAQs

Are Singtel and M1 internet service providers?

Yes, Singtel and M1 sell fibre broadband home internet plans in Singapore.

How do I get internet at home?

Choose a plan from a fibre broadband home internet provider to get home internet. Compare fibre broadband plans at WhistleOut from Singtel, StarHub, M1, MyRepublic, WhizComms and ViewQwest.

Is fibre broadband the same as WiFi?

WiFi is often used interchangeably with “fibre broadband” and “home internet” in Singapore. Sign up for a fibre broadband plan to use a WiFi router for sharing the internet around your home.

Is fibre broadband better than WiFi?

Fibre broadband is used interchangeably with WiFi to refer to home internet. That said, the best home speeds come from a wired Ethernet connection between the router and devices or a WiFi 5GHz connection to wireless devices.

What does fibre broadband mean?

Fibre broadband refers to home internet that uses fibre optic cable to provide up to multi-gigabit download and upload speeds to your home.

What is the difference between normal broadband and fibre broadband?

Broadband refers to high-speed internet access, which has evolved over the years with new technologies. ADSL used to be the fastest broadband available to most homes. These days, fibre broadband is the fastest broadband available to homes in Singapore.

Is 1Gbps good internet or is 500Mbps broadband enough in Singapore?

Both 1Gbps and 500Mbps plans have excellent speeds in Singapore. You may be able to buy a cheaper 500Mbps plan but 1Gbps plans offer up to twice the download and upload speeds.

Which is better: broadband or fibre?

In Singapore, fibre and broadband refer to the same thing these days. Fibre broadband connects homes to the internet with common symmetrical download and upload speeds of up to 1Gbps or 2Gbps.