How to save on Netflix and other streaming services

There are so many streaming services available today. There are broad entertainment services like Netflix, Paramount Plus, and Prime Video, as well as niche services like Hayu and BritBox.

If you’re signed up to more than one a handful the costs really start to add up. Depending on what you’re after you could save on your streaming with a deal from one of these telcos.

Optus NBN plans with Netflix

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Optus’ Entertainer NBN plans come with a Netflix Standard subscription included. Valued at $18.99 per month, that’s a saving of $227.88 per year.

Here are Optus’ Entertainer NBN plans:

Note: Optus’ Entertainer NBN plans come with a free Ultra WiFi modem (Gen 2) with 4G backup (valued at $306) and Ultra WiFi booster (valued at $216) when you stay connected for 36 months. If you leave before the 36 months is up you’ll need to pay out the remaining cost of the modem and booster which is $14.50 for each month remaining.

You can also get the same level of Netflix subscription with Optus’ 5G Entertainer home wireless plans, check it out:

Note: Similarly Optus’ 5G Entertainer plan comes with a free modem (valued at $468) when you stay connected for 36 months. If you leave before the 36 months is up you’ll need to pay out the remaining cost of the modem which is $13 for each month remaining.

Additionally, as an Optus internet customer, you’ll get access to Optus SubHub. SubHub lets you save 10% when you bundle three or more subscriptions through your Optus account.

You’ll also get Optus Sport at the discounted price of $9.99 compared to the $25 per month fee for non-Optus customers. Optus Sport can count towards your three subscriptions in SubHub but can’t be further discounted.

Origin Energy NBN plans with Paramount Plus

Despite the name, Origin is also in the internet game. Origin is offering a year’s worth of Paramount Plus Standard Subscription valued at $9.99 per month when you sign up for one of its NBN plans. You’ll also get 20,000 Everyday Rewards points.

Here are Origin’s NBN plans:

Telstra NBN plans with Binge and Spotify Premium

Telstra doesn’t offer any year-long savings but it does offer some variety. When you sign up for one of its NBN plans you’ll get two months free Binge Standard (valued at $18 per month), four months free Spotify Premium (valued at $13.99 per month), and three months free McAfee Telstra Device Security (valued at $10 per month).

See Telstra’s NBN plans:

Note: Telstra provides a free Smart Modem (Gen 3) with its NBN plans. You’ll need to return it in good working order or pay a $200 non-return fee if you don’t stay connected for a minimum of 24 months.

Dylan Crismale is Digital Content Editor at WhistleOut, Australia’s mobile and internet comparison site.