Dodo NBN Broadband Review – Everything you need to know

Review was updated on 9th May, 2020

Around since 2001, Dodo’s unusual name and attitude has made them a feature on the Australian telco landscape. But it’s a lot more than just a unique name that has made Dodo Broadband so well known. Their plans offer fast internet at an affordable rate, something which sounds obvious but is rarer than you might think. Dodo’s motto is “not as stupid as we look”, which is as refreshingly different as it is accurate.

Dodo Broadband Review

Dodo Broadband’s modus operandi – or should we say dodus operandi? – is pretty simple. A review of Dodo Broadband reveals they offer top-quality internet at an affordable price. They don’t waste too much time on bells and whistles, and they also don’t stick to the status quo of many of their competitors. And while the company may be small, they’ve got friends in high places. Dodo was recently acquired by Vocus, one of Australia’s largest telecommunications conglomerates. Along with iPrimus – another member of the Vocus stable – Dodo is a part of one of the best and most extensive networks that Australia has to offer. Their partnership with Fetch TV gives you access to some of Australia’s best streaming: bringing your telecommunications and broadband needs under one roof!

What makes Dodo Broadband unique?

Dodo Broadband’s business model is simple. They offer good quality broadband at a cheap rate. Their plans are developed with flexibility in mind, meaning you can tailor their offerings to your preferences – and your actual usage. Gone are the days of the ‘all in’ plan, which gave you a whole bunch of things you didn’t need and cost a whole lot more than you would’ve wanted to pay. Dodo has scrapped this idea, offering à la carte broadband that guarantees that you only pay for what you use.

One of the most unique aspects about Dodo is also one of the most valuable things any telco can provide: a better user experience. In recent years Dodo has focused on improving its online offerings, so that customers can get all the information they need off their site. As a result, they have one of the better websites of any Aussie telco. From talking to Dodo staff to getting a real-time update on your account – to simply paying your bill – much of this can be done quickly and easily online.

NBN and ADSL plans to suit your broadband needs

Not long after the initial rollout, around 11.5 million Australians now have NBN access. While that’s approximately half the country, our love of cities means that there are still loads of Aussies who cannot access the NBN and probably won’t be able to for some time. Dodo has embraced the NBN in recent years, offering some of the best and most competitive NBN plans available under the Aussie sun. However, unlike many of their competitors, they haven’t abandoned ADSL users. In fact, they’ve improved their ADSL offerings to become one of the most competitive ADSL providers out there on the market.

As with everything Dodo, their plans are characterised by flexibility, flexibility and flexibility – so you’ll be able to find what you need, and avoid what you don’t. Dodo Broadband has two ADSL and three NBN plans to choose from. All of their plans are offered either month-to-month (which does incur a $120 setup fee, including a modem) or on a 12-month contract, which comes with the modem free, no set up fees and a landline included. Of course, long contracts are not ideal for renters, students or people who might move around a bit, but staying the course with a longer deal will give you security, dependability – and of course a few extra perks thrown in.

Last audited 14 September 2020

Dodo Broadband’s ADSL offerings

Dodo Broadband has two ADSL plans, which are similar in cost and basically only really differ by data limits. The cheaper plan will net you 101GB of data each month, while the slightly more expensive one is unlimited. The latter is Dodo Broadband’s most popular ADSL plan. Every ADSL plan comes with the usual no set up fees, a free modem and landline rental. If you want to use your landline to make calls – not an absolutely necessity these days – you can pay for the calls you use as you go, with no line rental if you just want the line for incoming calls.

Dodo Broadband’s NBN plans

Alright, now we’re talking. Dodo Broadband has fashioned themselves as NBN experts in recent years, offering high-speed internet at a very affordable price. They’ve got three plans, which differ mainly according to speed. The first plan caps your downloads at 101GB per month, offering you 20MBPS typical evening speed.

Now, it’s time to bring out the big guns. The NBN 50 plan comes with unlimited data and 40MBPS typical evening speed. That should suit the standard internet usage of the modern household. Then there’s the NBN 100 plan, which does exactly what it says on the packet. This plan comes in at a window-rattling 80MBPS typical evening speed, meaning it’s suitable for families with children, shared-houses with high internet usage or people who like to watch 35 YouTube videos at once. It’s fast.

Fetch TV

Then there’s Fetch TV. Dodo is one of the few providers to have partnered with Fetch TV, meaning you can bundle in access to one of the most popular streaming services in Australia. Fetch TV lets you watch, rewind and record TV to watch it when it suits you. Not at home? The Fetch TV app puts your favourite TV shows right in your pocket. And Dodo Broadband’s Fetch TV package is much like the rest of Dodo’s offerings – flexible. Choose from the Kids Pack, Knowledge Pack, Vibe Pack and Variety Pack as well as a number of special interest channels. Fetch TV also has ‘world’ packs, which give you special TV channels from all around the world.

How to contact Dodo

You can get in touch with Dodo’s friendly support team by calling the easy-to-remember number 13 DODO – that’s 13 36 36. They’re available from 8am to 11pm Monday to Friday and from 9am to 9pm Saturday and Sunday. If you’d prefer a call back, just leave your details on Dodo’s support page and a customer service specialist will call you as soon as possible.

Dodo’s website has a number of self-service tools which might mean you don’t need to call. Dodo’s customer service team is almost completely based offshore.

Dodo Awards and recognitions

Dodo is recognised for having top-quality internet plans at an affordable price. Their website is one of the best an Australian telco has to offer, letting customers manage their accounts easily and at a time that suits them. But simple doesn’t mean boring or basic – Dodo’s partnership with Fetch TV gives you access to Australia’s best streaming service, while their backing by the Vocus Group gives you access to one of Australia’s better networks.

Dodo Broadband: Pros and Cons

Summary: Is Dodo Broadband right for you?

Dodo has been hovering around the Aussie telco landscape for some time now. While a flightless, chubby and extinct bird seems an odd mascot for a company in the telecommunications sector, Dodo seem intent on proving all of the stereotypes wrong. Thanks to Dodo Broadband, ‘going the way of the dodo’ no longer needs to have negative connotations. Offering good, cheap and high-speed broadband internet has made them one of Australia’s most popular providers. This Dodo won’t be going extinct anytime soon.