Are you after a Foxtel subscription, but for a cheaper price and without the installation hassle? Foxtel Now might be what you're looking for.
It's basically an online streaming service, but with Foxtel content and a Foxtel-style pricing scheme.
What is Foxtel Now Australia?
Foxtel Now is the pay TV giant's answer to the increasing demand for online streaming. It's cheaper than a traditional Foxtel subscription, there are no contracts, and there's no installation required. All content is streamed online, as you might with Netflix, Stan, or any other online streaming service.
But unlike other streaming services, which provide access to their entire content library for a single monthly fee, Foxtel Now divides its content into 'packs'.
The packs give access to only a specific type of content like sport, drama TV, or movies. Much like a traditional Foxtel subscription, you need to take up a base starter pack, after which you can add extras like sports and movies.
How much does Foxtel Now cost in Australia?
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Foxtel Now
Starter BundleFree 10 Day Trial
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$35/mth
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Foxtel Now
Sports + Movies BundleFree 10 Day Trial
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$84/mth for 12 months
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Foxtel Now
Ultimate BundleFree 10 Day Trial
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$104/mth
Discounted price: $65/mth
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Depending on your tastes, Foxtel Now could cost you between $35 and $104 per month. But every pack is commitment free, meaning you can change how much you pay on a month-to-month basis.
Content packs come in three types:
- Starter – this is the 'Essentials' pack, which can be bought solo
- Premium – can only be bought with the starter pack
- Ultimate – only available to customers subscribing to every single package via the 'All Packs' subscription.
Yes, Foxtel Now offers a 10-day free trial for new customers. Click below to opt in.
What can I watch on Foxtel Now in Australia?
At this point, you might be thinking it's hard to weigh up the value of each Foxtel Now pack without knowing what's included. Don't worry, we've got you. Here's a breakdown of the channels you'll expect to gain access to with each pack:
Starter bundle – $35 per month
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Sport + Movie bundle – $84 per month
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Ultimate bundle – $104 per month
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Best internet plans for Foxtel Now
Streaming TV and movies on your home internet – whether through Foxtel Now, Netflix or another service – can chew up a lot of data.
That's why we recommend getting a NBN plan with unlimited data and an NBN 50 plan or faster.
Most internet plans these days are unlimited, so that's not an issue. As for speed, it's true that NBN 50 plans will get most households by. But NBN 100 plans can be similar in price to NBN 50 plans.
This is certainly the case for the fist six months, which most providers offer discounted pricing for. The cost differences between NBN 50 and NBN 100 can become larger after that six month discount period ends, however.
There are loads of plans like this in our database, covering all budgets. Here are just a few:
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#1
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Belong
All Fixed Line nbn®
NBN Standard Plus – Unlimited
$55/mth
Min. cost $55
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#2
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Dodo
All Fixed Line nbn®
Editor's Pick
nbn50 Unlimited Plan
$57.99/mth
Min. cost $57.99
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#3
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Moose NBN
All Fixed Line nbn®
nbn 50/20 Premium
$59.80/mth
Min. cost $59.80
Link not supplied
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#4
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Tangerine Telecom
All Fixed Line nbn®
Value Plus NBN 50/20
$64.90/mth
Min. cost $64.90
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#5
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Flip
All Fixed Line nbn®
Unlimited Family nbn50
$68/mth
Min. cost $68
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#6
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Swoop
All Fixed Line nbn®
nbn® Home Everyday
$69/mth
Min. cost $69
Link not supplied
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#1
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Dodo
FTTN, FTTB, FTTC
Editor's Pick
nbn100 Unlimited Plan
$62.99/mth
Min. cost $62.99
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#2
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Superloop
FTTN, FTTB, FTTC
Family nbn100/20
$74/mth
Min. cost $74
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#3
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iiNet
FTTN, FTTB, FTTC
nbn Home Fast Liimitless
$69.99/mth
+ $10 Upfront
Min. cost $79.99
Link not supplied
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#4
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Tangerine Telecom
FTTN, FTTB, FTTC
Speedy NBN 100/20
$67.90/mth
Min. cost $67.90
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#5
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Tangerine Telecom
FTTN, FTTB, FTTC
Speedy Plus NBN 100/40
$73.90/mth
Min. cost $73.90
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#6
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TPG
FTTN, FTTB, FTTC
nbn Home Fast Unlimited Plan
$74.99/mth
Min. cost $74.99
Link not supplied
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Foxtel Now FAQs
Can you bundle Foxtel Now with internet?
Foxtel Now internet and phone bundles just don't exist. While Telstra has bundles with Foxtel and the NBN, Foxtel Now packages are not part of this. Big T has shifted the focus more towards the organisation's dedicated streaming platforms Binge and Kayo – offering free trials or discounted rates for customers.
How do I update my Foxtel Now payment details?
Log in to foxtelnow.com.au/myaccount. These changes can't be made using the Foxtel Now mobile, tablet, streaming device or smart TV apps.
How do I change which Foxtel Now packs I've subscribed to?
Log in to foxtelnow.com.au/myaccount and click Update package. You can click Add under any pack, or the X next to any pack to remove it. Once you're done, click on Update my package.
The package change should happen immediately and your new monthly charge will be displayed.
You can change your pack at any time during your subscription, including mid-month, but you can only do so once per billing period.
How can I reset my Foxtel Now password?
Log in to foxtel.com.au/now/login/forgot-password.html and enter the email address you use for your Foxtel Now account. Click Send me a reset link, which you'll receive via email.
Go to your email inbox and open the link provided, then follow the prompts.
These changes can't be made using the Foxtel Now mobile, tablet, streaming device or smart TV apps.
How can I cancel my Foxtel Now subscription?
Log in to foxtelnow.com.au/myaccount and click on Cancel Subscription, then Yes, Cancel. After selecting your reason for cancelling, you'll need to click Cancel my membership to complete the cancellation.
Can I watch Foxtel Now on more than one device at once?
Yes. Foxtel Now allows you to use up to two devices simultaneously with your subscription, and to have up to five devices registered.
How do I watch Foxtel Now?
Whether it be via the Foxtel Go or Foxtel Now apps, this service works on a wide range of devices.
Here is how Foxtel Now's streaming compatibility relates to other streaming services:
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* Foxtel Now is only available through Airplay, and not as a standalone app.
** Chromecast 1st Generation is no longer supported by Kayo. For optimal streaming using Chromecast, Kayo recommends Chromecast Ultra and latest 3rd generation.
*** Foxtel Now is streamed through the Foxtel GO app.
**** Kayo Sport is only available on Xbox One S (2016), Xbox One X (2017), Xbox Series S (2020), and Xbox Series X (2020) models.
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Netflix
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Stan
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Disney +
There are a couple of kinks with the Foxtel Go viewing experience. Unlike the Netflix app for mobile and tablet, the Foxtel Go mobile and tablet app doesn't allow you to download content for offline viewing. And unlike Netflix, Stan and Amazon Prime Video, Foxtel Go doesn't offer Ultra HD 4K resolution video. But this should only be noticeable if you're viewing on a very large screen.
What are the alternatives to Foxtel Now?
The most popular streaming alternatives to Foxtel Now right now are probable Netflix, Stan, Disney Plus, Amazon Prime and more. All are subscription streaming services, and you pay a single fee to access the full content library. They're all cheaper than Foxtel Now, but much of the content will be different.
Compare Australia's top streaming services below:
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AMC+ Bundle
TV7-day free trial
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$8.99/mth
or $83.88/yr
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Disney+
From
$9.99/mth
or $179.99/yr
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Amazon Prime Video
TV + movies + more30-day free trial
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$9.99/mth
or $79/yr
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Netflix
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$9.99/mth
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Binge
TV + movies + sport7-day free trial
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$10.00/mth
or $79/yr
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Crunchyroll
TV + movies7-day free trial
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$11.99/mth
or $119.99/yr
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Apple TV
TV + movies7-day free trial
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$15.99/mth
or $129/yr
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Kayo Sports
Sport7-day free trial
From
$29.99/mth
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DAZN
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$31.99/mth
or $149.99/yr
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Foxtel Now
TV + movies + sport10-day free trial
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$35/mth
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Paramount+
TV + movies + sport7-day free trial
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$7.99/mth
or $70.99/yr
Link not supplied
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Stan.
TV + movies + sport
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$9.99/mth
Link not supplied
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HBO Max
TV + movies
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$11.99/mth
or $119.99yr
Link not supplied
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BritBox
TV7-day free trial
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$13.99/mth
or $139.99/yr
Link not supplied
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MUBI
Movies7-day free trial
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$14.99/mth
or $119.88/yr
Link not supplied
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Netflix is a popular choice in Australia and offers a vast array of content including plenty of movies, TV and an increasing array of exclusive Netflix Original TV shows. You won't find as many premium shows or new release movies as you will on Foxtel Now, but there's plenty of good stuff to keep you entertained.
Stan is a home-grown service offering a wide range of content, including originally-made TV shows and exclusive programming from the Showtime network. Price-wise, plans are on par with Netflix, starting from $10 per month.
Amazon Prime Video is still fairly new to the Aussie market, but prices start from a low $6.99 per month. The library is not as extensive as what you'll find on other services, but it does offer exclusive content. Prime Video is part of an Amazon Prime subscription, which also gives you benefits when shopping from Amazon's online Australian store.
Disney Plus is, as you may guess, Disney's own streaming service. Given the its penchant for absorbing other production companies, Disney Plus includes movies and TV shows from Disney, Marvel Studios, Star Wars, Pixar, National Geographic and Hulu.
While these are the main competitors to Foxtel Now, there are so many streaming services available in Australia these days.
Other Foxtel-owned streaming services
Foxtel owns a few other streaming services, which follow a more conventional subscription model to Foxtel and Foxtel Now.
Binge is Foxtel's closest competitor to Netflix. It doesn't have an identical library to Foxtel or Foxtel Now, but it does have a lot of the same titles. Binge also has some live channels covering crime, drama, documentaries and kids TV, which sets it apart from most other streaming services of this type.
Kayo is a sports streaming service – if you're only signed up to Foxtel for sports, this can save you a pretty penny because you don't have to pay for additional channels you might not want. Kay is also owned by Foxtel, which has streaming rights in Australia to a lot of your favourite leagues and sporting events.
Flash News is one of the cheaper Foxtel streaming services, and unsurprisingly so, given its niche focus. You can watch on-demand or livve content from multiple news sources around the world, including Sky News Australia, BBC World News, CNN, Al Jazeera, and more.
LifeStyle only has one plan option and is currently the cheapest Foxtel-owned streaming service around. Its content centres around property, reality and food TV, such as Selling Houses, The Great British Bake Off, and Goggle Box, among others.
More streaming deals
Looking for something to stream tonight but don't want to pay full price? We've rounded up the best deals from Australia's major streaming services.
- Apple TV Plus deals: Get 30% off
- Binge deals: Stream Binge from less than $7 per month
- Disney Plus deals: Get 12 months for the price of 10
- HBO Max deals: Free HBO Max with Foxtel
- Kayo deals: 50% off Kayo Premium for six months with Optus SubHub
- Netflix deals: Free Netflix with Foxtel
- Paramount Plus deals: Save over $40 per year
- Prime Video deals: Score a 30-day free trial
Christie Graham
Digital Content Editor
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