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    40 Mbps Fibre Multi-Device

    The family standard. 40 Mbps handles 4K on two TVs, a console game online, a parent on Teams and a kid on TikTok, all at once. The tier most South African households actually need.

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    At a glance

    What 40 Mbps actually gives you

    Real-world expectations for a 40 Mbps fibre line, based on average device count, codec efficiency and SA peering as of 2026.

    ActivityVerdictWhat to expect
    4K streaming (2 devices) GreatTwo simultaneous Netflix/Disney+ 4K streams with headroom to spare.
    Console gaming + streaming GreatPS5/Xbox online gameplay alongside someone watching 4K elsewhere, no impact.
    Two simultaneous Zoom calls GreatBoth partners on HD video calls with kids streaming in another room.
    Working from home (2 people) GreatCloud sync, video calls, Slack, file uploads, all comfortable for two adults.
    Game patch downloads Great100 GB patch ≈ 5.5 hours. Start it after lunch, done by dinner.
    Smart home / IoT (10+ devices) GreatCameras, doorbells, sensors, Alexa, smart TVs all coexist without lag.
    Live streaming to Twitch/YouTube~ OK1080p stream uses ~6 Mbps upload. Fine on symmetric 40/40, tight on asymmetric.
    5 GB HD movie download GreatApproximately 18 minutes.
    Suitability

    Who 40 Mbps is built for

    Multi-Device, best for family homes. Here's where it shines and where it falls short.

    Best for

    • Families of 3–5
      Parents WFH, kids streaming or gaming, smart home devices in the background, all comfortably.
    • Households with gamers
      Console patches and Steam downloads finish in a fraction of the time without choking other users.
    • Two-adult WFH households
      Both partners on simultaneous Zoom/Teams calls without quality dropouts.

    Not for you if

    • You run a small business with file servers or cloud backups
    • You stream/upload high-bitrate content (Twitch, YouTube)
    • You have 15+ smart devices and constant 4K streams
    • You move massive files daily (video editors, photographers)
    Step up to 100 Mbps →
    Why choose this tier

    The case for 40 Mbps

    True multi-device tier

    10+ connected devices is the norm in SA homes. 40 Mbps is the first tier where you stop noticing them.

    Two 4K streams, no compromise

    Lounge and bedroom can both run 4K Netflix simultaneously without anyone seeing buffering.

    Symmetric uploads on Vuma/Frogfoot

    40/40 Mbps means cloud backups, video calls and uploads keep pace with downloads.

    Game-friendly

    Console patches, Steam downloads and online play all comfortable. Latency is fibre-grade at every tier.

    Future-proof for kids growing up

    As kids grow into gaming and streaming, 40 Mbps holds up where 20 Mbps would start to crack.

    Best value for SA families

    Price-per-Mbps drops sharply at 40 Mbps. You're paying ~30% more than 20 Mbps for double the speed.

    Live deals

    Live 40 Mbps fibre deals

    Every 40 Mbps (or close) fibre deal we track across Webafrica, MWeb, Afrihost and RSAweb. Sorted cheapest first.

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    40/20 Mbps Uncapped
    Openserve Web Connect · Asymmetrical
    R427pm
    What's free
    • Wi-Fi included
    • Free installation
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    40/20 Mbps Uncapped
    Openserve Web Connect · Asymmetrical
    R435pm
    What's free
    • Free-to-use router
    • Free install promo
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    40/20 Mbps Uncapped
    Openserve Web Connect · Asymmetrical
    R439pm
    What's free
    • Free-to-Use router
    • Free setup worth R2000
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    50/25 Mbps · prepaid pass
    Openserve · Asymmetrical
    R445pm
    What's free
    • No contract
    • Free installation
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    50/25 Mbps Uncapped
    Vumatel · Asymmetrical
    R705pm
    R505pm
    Promo: first 4 months
    What's free
    • Free Wi-Fi router
    • Free install + activation
    • 60 free voice mins (Vobi)
    • Promo: first months discounted
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    50/25 Mbps Uncapped
    Vodacom Fibre · Asymmetrical
    R705pm
    R505pm
    Promo: first 4 months
    What's free
    • Free Wi-Fi router
    • Free install + activation
    • 60 free voice mins (Vobi)
    • Promo: first months discounted
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    50/25 Mbps Uncapped
    Link Layer · Asymmetrical
    R705pm
    R505pm
    Promo: first 4 months
    What's free
    • Free Wi-Fi router
    • Free install + activation
    • 60 free voice mins (Vobi)
    • Promo: first months discounted
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    40/40 Mbps Uncapped
    Metro Nexus · Symmetrical
    R669pm
    R519pm
    What's free
    • Free-to-Use router
    • Free setup worth R1725
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    40/40 Mbps Uncapped
    Metro Nexus · Symmetrical
    R629pm
    R529pm
    What's free
    • Free standard installation
    • Free Wi-Fi router
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    40/10 Mbps · prepaid pass
    Vuma Reach · Asymmetrical
    R535pm
    What's free
    • No contract
    • Free installation
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    FAQ

    Frequently asked questions

    Yes, 40 Mbps is the most-recommended tier for SA families. It comfortably handles two simultaneous 4K streams, a console gaming online, parents on video calls and 10+ background smart devices.

    Yes. Two HD Zoom/Teams calls each use ~3 Mbps up + 3 Mbps down. 40 Mbps leaves plenty of room for streaming and other use alongside.

    More than enough. Online gaming uses very little bandwidth (under 1 Mbps in most titles), what matters is fibre's low latency, which is identical at every tier. Game patch downloads finish 4× faster than on 10 Mbps.

    If you're a family of 3–5 with normal usage, 40 Mbps is enough. Step up to 100 Mbps if you have heavy uploads (Twitch streamer, video editor), run a small business, or have 15+ active devices.

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    Free standard install, free Wi-Fi router and uncapped 40 Mbps speeds. South Africa's #1 Netflix-ranked ISP.

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