Fibre 
Vumatel Vuma Reach 20/10 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 20 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 10 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R417
per month
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Best Fibre Packages For Vuma And Vuma Reach Internet
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Vuma Reach vs Vumatel?
Vuma Reach (aka Vuma Wifi) is Vumatel's affordable fibre product — often prepaid or month-to-month, with simpler speed tiers for everyday browsing, streaming and WhatsApp. The ONT deivce has a built-in WiFi router, so it's ideal for smaller households and those who want a simple setup. Vumatel / Vuma Core is the standard Vumatel fibre with higher speeds, stronger uploads and more ISP choice — better for work-from-home, gaming and bigger households.
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Vumatel Vuma Reach 20/10 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 20 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 10 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free set-up Activation free Order now and get up to 28% discount for 6 months. Selected areas only. T&Cs apply.
R429
per month
Vumatel Vuma Reach 20/10 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 20 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 10 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Installation time: 14 days*, Prepaid 30-day voucher, auto-renewed off your card; manual top-up via Kazang/EasyPay costs ~R10 more
R449
per month
Best Value
Vumatel Vuma 30/30 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 30 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 30 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free installation Free activation Discounted for first 90 days
R230 once-off order processing fee
R499
R409
per month
Vumatel 30/30 Mbps
| Download Speed | 30 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 30 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R517
per month
Vumatel Vuma Aerial 30/30 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 30 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 30 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R517
per month
Vumatel 30/30 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 30 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 30 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R519
R419
per month
Vumatel 30/30 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 30 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 30 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free setup worth R2732 Activation: Order processing fee: R249 Discounted for first 120 days
Installation time: 7 days, New customers only
R519
R425
per month
Vumatel Vuma Reach 40/10 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 40 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 10 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R537
per month
Vumatel Vuma Reach 40/10 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 40 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 10 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free set-up Activation free Order now and get up to 28% discount for 6 months. Selected areas only. T&Cs apply.
R549
per month
Vumatel Vuma Reach 40/10 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 40 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 10 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Installation time: 14 days*, Prepaid 30-day voucher, auto-renewed off your card; manual top-up via Kazang/EasyPay costs ~R10 more
R569
per month
Vumatel Uncapped Lite
| Download Speed | 50 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 25 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Amazon Prime
R695
per month
Vumatel 50/25mbps Uncapped Combo
| Download Speed | 50 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 25 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Installation free Activation free The promotional price is valid for the service activation month and the following month
No Contracts. *Cancellation fees may apply if signing up on a Promotional offer. To cancel, we need just one calendar months' notice. If you are still in the Promo period of 6 months, then it's one month's calendar notice and R499 early cancellation fee.
R699
R599
per month
Vumatel Vuma 50/25 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 50 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 25 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free installation Free activation Discounted for first 120 days
R230 once-off order processing fee
R705
R505
per month
Vumatel 50/25 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 50 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 25 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R719
R619
per month
Vumatel 50/25 Mbps
| Download Speed | 50 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 25 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R727
per month
Vumatel Vuma Aerial 50/25 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 50 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 25 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R727
per month
Vumatel 50/25 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 50 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 25 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free setup worth R2732 Activation: Order processing fee: R249 Discounted for first 120 days
Installation time: 7 days
R729
R579
per month
Vumatel Vuma 50/50 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 50 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free installation Free activation Discounted for first 120 days
R230 once-off order processing fee
R790
R590
per month
Vumatel Vuma Aerial 50/50 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 50 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R797
per month
Vumatel 50/50 Mbps
| Download Speed | 50 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R797
per month
Vumatel Vuma Reach 100/50 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free set-up Activation free Order now and get up to 28% discount for 6 months. Selected areas only. T&Cs apply.
R799
per month
Vumatel Vuma 50/25 Mbps
| Download Speed | 50 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 25 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Installation free on special Activation free on special Price change notice: From 1 April 2026 Vumatel fibre prices are changing. These are the new prices.
You deserve more speed, go for the 100 Mbps option!
R809
per month
Vumatel 50/50 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 50 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R809
R709
per month
Vumatel 50/50mbps Uncapped Combo
| Download Speed | 50 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Month-to-month contract. One calendar month's notice for cancellation. R499 early cancellation fee if cancelling within 6-month promo period. Additional charges for trenching or cabling are not covered by the installation fee.
R829
per month
Vumatel Vuma Reach 100/50 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R847
per month
Vumatel 50/50 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 50 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free setup worth R2732 Activation: Order processing fee: R249 Discounted for first 120 days
Installation time: 7 days
R849
R699
per month
Vumatel Vuma Reach 100/50 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Installation time: 14 days*, Prepaid 30-day voucher, auto-renewed off your card; manual top-up via Kazang/EasyPay costs ~R10 more
R869
per month
Vumatel Vuma 50/50 Mbps
| Download Speed | 50 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Installation free on special Activation free on special Price change notice: From 1 April 2026 Vumatel fibre prices are changing. These are the new prices.
Good Value.
R879
per month
Vumatel 100/50 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free setup worth R2732 Activation: Order processing fee: R249 Discounted for first 120 days
Installation time: 7 days
R889
R739
per month
Vumatel Vuma 100/50 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free installation Free activation Discounted for first 120 days
R230 once-off order processing fee
R895
R695
per month
Vumatel Vuma Aerial 100/50 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R897
per month
Vumatel 100/50 Mbps
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R897
per month
Vumatel 100/50mbps Uncapped Combo
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Installation free Activation free The promotional price is valid for the service activation month and the following month
*Cancellation fees may apply if signing up on a Promotional offer.
R899
R799
per month
Vumatel 100/50 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R909
R809
per month
Vumatel 100/100 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 100 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R979
R879
per month
Vumatel Vuma 100/100 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 100 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free installation Free activation Discounted for first 120 days
R230 once-off order processing fee
R995
R795
per month
Vumatel Vuma Aerial 100/100 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 100 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R997
per month
Vumatel 100/100 Mbps
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 100 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R997
per month
Vumatel 100/100mbps Uncapped Combo
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 100 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Unshaped, Unthrottled, No Thresholds
R999
per month
Vumatel Vuma 100/50 Mbps
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 50 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Installation free on special Activation free on special Price change notice: From 1 April 2026 Vumatel fibre prices are changing. These are the new prices.
Epic value deal.
R999
per month
Vumatel 100/100 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 100 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free setup worth R2732 Activation: Order processing fee: R249 Discounted for first 120 days
Installation time: 7 days
R1 059
R909
per month
Vumatel Vuma 100/100 Mbps
| Download Speed | 100 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 100 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Installation free on special Activation free on special Price change notice: From 1 April 2026 Vumatel fibre prices are changing. These are the new prices.
Best value deal.
R1 089
per month
Vumatel 200/200 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 200 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 200 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R1 109
R1 009
per month
Vumatel 200/200 Mbps
| Download Speed | 200 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 200 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R1 167
per month
Vumatel Vuma Aerial 200/200 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 200 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 200 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R1 167
per month
Vumatel 200/200mbps Uncapped Combo
| Download Speed | 200 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 200 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Cancellation fees may apply if signing up on a Promotional offer. R499 early cancellation fee if cancelling within 6-month promo period.
R1 199
per month
Vumatel Vuma 200/200 Mbps
| Download Speed | 200 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 200 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Installation free on special Activation free on special Price change notice: From 1 April 2026 Vumatel fibre prices are changing. These are the new prices.
Multiple rooms streaming video content at the same time – no problem!
R1 199
per month
Vumatel 500/200 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 500 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 200 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R1 209
R1 109
per month
Vumatel 200/200 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 200 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 200 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free setup worth R2732 Activation: Order processing fee: R249 Discounted for first 120 days
Installation time: 7 days
R1 209
R1 059
per month
Vumatel Vuma 200/200 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 200 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 200 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free installation Free activation Discounted for first 120 days
R230 once-off order processing fee
R1 215
R1 015
per month
Vumatel Vuma 500/200 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 500 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 200 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free installation Free activation Discounted for first 120 days
R230 once-off order processing fee
R1 295
R1 095
per month
Vumatel 500/200 Mbps
| Download Speed | 500 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 200 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R1 297
per month
Vumatel Vuma Aerial 500/200 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 500 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 200 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R1 297
per month
Vumatel 1000/250 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 1000 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 250 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R1 309
R1 209
per month
Vumatel Vuma 500/200 Mbps
| Download Speed | 500 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 200 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Installation free on special Activation free on special Price change notice: From 1 April 2026 Vumatel fibre prices are changing. These are the new prices.
Excellent choice for gamers.
R1 339
per month
Vumatel 500/200mbps Uncapped Combo
| Download Speed | 500 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 200 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
*Cancellation fees may apply if signing up on a Promotional offer.
R1 349
per month
Vumatel 500/200 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 500 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 200 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free setup worth R2732 Activation: Order processing fee: R249 Discounted for first 120 days
Installation time: 7 days
R1 349
R1 199
per month
Vumatel Vuma 1000/250 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 1000 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 250 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free installation Free activation Discounted for first 120 days
R230 once-off order processing fee
R1 395
R1 195
per month
Vumatel Vuma 1000/250mbps
| Download Speed | 1000 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 250 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Installation free on special Activation free on special Price change notice: From 1 April 2026 Vumatel fibre prices are changing. These are the new prices.
Gigabit speeds!
R1 429
per month
Vumatel Vuma Aerial 1000/250 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 1000 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 250 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R1 497
per month
Vumatel 1000/250 Mbps
| Download Speed | 1000 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 250 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R1 497
per month
Vumatel 1000/250 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 1000 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 250 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free setup worth R2732 Activation: Order processing fee: R249 Discounted for first 120 days
Installation time: 7 days
R1 639
R1 489
per month
Vumatel 1000/250mbps Uncapped Combo
| Download Speed | 1000 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 250 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
*Cancellation fees may apply if signing up on a Promotional offer.
R1 699
per month
Vumatel Vuma 1000/500 Mbps
| Download Speed | 1000 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 500 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Installation free on special Activation free on special Price change notice: From 1 April 2026 Vumatel fibre prices are changing. These are the new prices.
Tim the Tiger says you will not be disappointed! 👑
R2 249
per month
Vumatel 1000/500mbps Uncapped Combo
| Download Speed | 1000 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 500 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Unshaped, Unthrottled, No Thresholds. Cancellation fees may apply if signing up on a Promotional offer.
R2 375
per month
Vumatel Vuma 1000/500 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 1000 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 500 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
Router Included FUP Policy (Unshaped / Unthrottled) Free installation Free activation Discounted for first 120 days
R230 once-off order processing fee
R2 450
R2 150
per month
Vumatel 1000/500 Mbps
| Download Speed | 1000 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 500 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R2 497
per month
Vumatel Vuma Aerial 1000/500 Uncapped
| Download Speed | 1000 Mbps |
|---|---|
| Upload Speed | 500 Mbps |
| Data Cap | Uncapped |
| Contract | Month-to-Month |
R2 497
per month
The fine print, decoded
Fair Usage Policies (FUP & AUP) Explained
Uncapped doesn’t always mean unlimited at full speed. Every ISP publishes a Fair Usage Policy (FUP) or Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) — here is what each one actually says, in plain language, with a link to the official policy.
ISP Verdict What the policy says
Afrihost
Unshaped / Unthrottled
Afrihost Pure Fibre is truly uncapped — no throttling, no shaping and no usage thresholds, no matter how much you download. The only conditions are fair-use ones: the connection is for home use, so you can't resell it or run commercial servers on it. afrihost.com
Vuma Reach conditions Unshaped / Unthrottled — Vuma Reach packages are uncapped, unshaped and unthrottled — same as regular Vumatel. The limits are hardware, not policy: Vumatel installs an all-in-one WiFi device (you can't use your own router) that covers roughly 100m², supports up to 10 connected devices, and can't be extended with WiFi boosters. afrihost.com
Atomic Access
Unshaped / Unthrottled
Atomic's fibre is uncapped and unshaped, with no throttling, shaping or capping — ever. There are no hidden thresholds: if your usage is exceptionally heavy, Atomic will talk to you about options rather than slow you down. The line is for one home's personal use — no reselling, sharing between properties, or using it as backhaul. atomic.co.za
Axxess
Unshaped / Unthrottled
Axxess uncapped fibre is unshaped and unthrottled, with no usage thresholds — their Acceptable Use Policy states this in as many words. The connection is for home use only (no reselling, servers or WISP use), and Axxess reserves the right to manage users who place an unusually large burden on the network. axxess.co.za
Vuma Reach conditions Unshaped / Unthrottled — Axxess sells Vuma Reach as a separate prepaid product from R199/month. It follows the same unshaped, unthrottled policy as regular Vumatel, but it's a best-effort service: outages of 9 days or less aren't credited, and payments run via Payfast/EasyPay. axxess.co.za
Mweb
Unshaped / Unthrottled
Mweb's fibre is uncapped and unthrottled with no usage threshold at all — no shaping, no peak-hour step-down and no GB limit published anywhere, and every package is tagged "Uncapped / Unthrottled" in Mweb's own product data. Mweb does run usage thresholds, but only on its legacy ADSL and its LTE products, never on fibre. The fine print is about conduct rather than volume: the Acceptable Use Policy says bandwidth is managed "to the best of our ability during peak periods" as a best-effort service, bars using an uncapped line abusively (think round-the-clock streaming or FTP transfers heavy enough to affect other customers), and limits home packages to personal use — no reselling, no sharing and no running servers, unless you're on a business package. Break those and Mweb can rate-limit, suspend or terminate the service. mweb.co.za
Vuma Reach conditions Unshaped / Unthrottled — Vuma Reach on Mweb is uncapped and unshaped, same as regular Vumatel — no threshold, no speed step-down. The limits are hardware: your WiFi comes from the router built into the Vumatel fibre box, which runs on the 2.4GHz band only and supports up to 10 connected devices, and you can't swap in your own router. Reach is also prepaid rather than contract: you buy a 30-day voucher, either auto-renewed off your card or topped up manually at Kazang or EasyPay for about R10 more a month. mweb.co.za
Telkom
Unshaped / Unthrottled
Telkom has removed the old fair-usage thresholds from its current fibre products: Core, Endless, Stream Connect, Prepaid and third-party network bundles are all uncapped with no FUP and no throttling. The one exception is the entry-level Easy Connect product on Openserve Web Connect. group.telkom.co.za (PDF)
Vox
Unshaped / Unthrottled
Vox home fibre is unshaped and unthrottled with no fair-use policy on nearly every network — the one exception is Openserve-based packages. Vox's Acceptable Use Policy reserves standard anti-abuse rights (for genuinely excessive or improper usage) but sets no data thresholds. vox.co.za
Webafrica
Unshaped / Unthrottled
Webafrica doesn't shape your connection — you decide how to use your bandwidth. Vumatel, Frogfoot, Octotel, MetroFibre and Zoom Fibre packages carry no FUP at all. webafrica.co.za
Vuma Reach conditions Unshaped / Unthrottled — Vuma Reach has no fair-usage policy or speed step-downs — and neither do regular Vumatel packages. Reach's limits are hardware: the all-in-one Vumatel WiFi device supports up to 10 devices on 2.4GHz WiFi and can't be swapped for your own router. webafrica.co.za
Getting connected
Installation Times & Routers Compared
How long until you’re online, and do you need to buy a router? Side by side, per ISP — straight from each provider’s published info.
ISP Installation time WiFi router
Afrihost
Installation time
About 1 week on average, for both regular Vumatel and Vuma Reach packages. afrihost.com
WiFi router
WiFi 6· AX3000 4.4/5 (88 reviews, Huawei AX3 · Takealot)
A free-to-use dual-band WiFi router is included with selected networks — typically a Huawei AX3 (WS7100) or WS5200, or a TP-Link EX511, depending on stock. A once-off R249 delivery fee applies, and if you ever cancel, the router is yours to keep. afrihost.com
Vuma Reach: no router needed — On Vuma Reach no router is shipped — Vumatel installs an all-in-one WiFi device at your home (up to 10 devices, no extenders, and you can't swap in your own router). Regular Vumatel packages do include Afrihost's free-to-use router.
Atomic Access
Installation time
New installs take 1–2 weeks and reconnections 1–2 business days. Heads-up: if a Vumatel activation fails (a known Vumatel-side issue), it can add up to 5 business days. atomic.co.za
WiFi router
WiFi 5· AC1300 4.8/5 (13 reviews, Reyee RG-EW1300G · Takealot)
Routers aren't bundled by default — bring your own (any router with a WAN port works) or buy one from Atomic with free next-business-day delivery: Reyee RG-EW1300G (WiFi 5, R799), Reyee RG-EW3000GX (WiFi 6, R970) or Reyee RG-EW7200BE-PRO (WiFi 7, R3,449). atomic.co.za
Axxess
Installation time
The installation lead time depends on the fibre network in your area. Once the line is installed, the network takes up to 5 days to activate it, and Axxess connects you within 24 hours after that. If your home already has an active line, you're connected shortly after signing up. help.axxess.co.za
WiFi router
WiFi 5· AC1200
A free-to-use WiFi router (valued up to R5,000) is included with selected networks — typically a Tenda AC10 dual-band. The router stays Axxess property (R899 if not returned within 21 days of cancelling) and becomes yours after 36 months of service. Prefer WiFi 6? A TP-Link EX511 can be bought for R999 once-off. help.axxess.co.za
Mweb
Installation time
About 7 days for regular Vumatel home packages. Vuma Reach and Vumatel business fibre are both quoted at 14 days. mweb.co.za
WiFi router
WiFi 6· AX3000
Every Mweb fibre package since March 2024 includes a free-to-use router, and the standard model is the ZTE H3601P — a WiFi 6 AX3000 unit worth around R1 000 that ships pre-configured. Some customers get a Zyxel EMG3525, EX3301 or TP-Link EC230-G1 instead, depending on stock. It's insured while you're a customer: if it breaks, is stolen or takes a lightning hit, Mweb replaces it free up to twice. It stays Mweb's property though — cancel and you have 20 days to return it with all its cables to Nology in Cape Town or Centurion (drop-off free, courier at your cost). Miss that window and you're billed its full retail value, after which it's yours but no longer under warranty or insured. help.mweb.co.za
Vuma Reach: no separate router — Vuma Reach packages don't ship a router at all — the WiFi is built into the Vumatel fibre box installed free in your home. It's 2.4GHz only, handles up to 10 devices, and can't be swapped for your own. Regular Vumatel packages do come with Mweb's free-to-use router. mweb.co.za
Telkom
Installation time
On average within 10 working days. group.telkom.co.za
WiFi router
WiFi 5· AC1200
Telkom's 12- and 24-month fibre contracts include a router and installation — typically the D-Link DSL-G2562DG (AC1200 with gigabit ports and VoIP). Easy Connect, Stream Connect and Prepaid fibre ship without a router: the WiFi-enabled ONT does the job instead. online.telkom.wds.co
Vox
Installation time
Around 14 working days on average, once the fibre network confirms your home is ready to connect. vox.co.za
WiFi router
WiFi 5· AC1200 4.7/5 (45 reviews, MikroTik hAP ac2 · Takealot)
A free-to-use MikroTik WiFi router is included — couriered to you pre-configured, with no monthly router fee. It remains Vox property and is collected if you cancel. vox.co.za
Webafrica
Installation time
The Vuma Reach installation itself takes only 2–3 hours; how soon you get an appointment depends on availability in your area. knowledge.webafrica.co.za
WiFi router
WiFi 6· AX3000
Webafrica's standard free-to-use router is the ZTE H3601P (gigabit wired, shipped pre-configured — just plug it in); some customers receive a Zyxel EMG3525/T50B instead. The router stays Webafrica property: return it within 20 days if you cancel, or be billed its retail value. knowledge.webafrica.co.za
Vuma Reach: no router needed — On Vuma Reach no separate router is used — Vumatel's all-in-one WiFi ONT is your router, and it can't be replaced with a personal one. Regular Vumatel packages do include Webafrica's free-to-use router. knowledge.webafrica.co.za
Vumatel Fibre & WiFi FAQ
The cheapest Vumatel fibre deal starts from R417/mo for 20Mbps from Afrihost. Packages are sorted by price so the best value is always first.
Use Fibre Tiger's fibre coverage map to check if Vumatel fibre is available at your address. Not all networks cover all suburbs, so check your exact address.
Yes — Vumatel fibre is a dedicated physical connection that's much faster and more reliable than LTE or wireless home internet. Your Vumatel fibre package will come with a WiFi router so you still get wireless connectivity in your home.
Most ISPs will provide a free WiFi router when you sign up for Vumatel fibre. Vumatel fibre also requires an ONT/CPE device — the ISP will supply this as well. You can use your own WiFi router if it has a WAN port.
Vumatel fibre installation typically takes 3–10 working days. Most ISPs offer free installation if you commit to a 12-month contract. Installation costs vary from R1,000–R2,500 depending on your house setup.
Vuma Reach is Vumatel's more affordable fibre product, designed for everyday home internet — streaming, browsing, WhatsApp, schoolwork and light work-from-home use. It usually has simpler speed tiers and is often sold on prepaid or month-to-month terms. Vumatel / Vuma Core is the standard Vumatel fibre product, with a wider range of speeds, stronger upload performance and more ISP package choice — better suited to bigger households, gamers and remote workers.
Vuma Reach is real fibre-to-the-home — not LTE, 5G or wireless internet. The fibre line is installed to your house, and your ISP provides the internet service over that fibre connection.
Most ISPs sell Vuma Reach packages as uncapped, unshaped and unthrottled with no usage thresholds — but exact terms vary by ISP, so check the package details before signing up.
Vuma Reach is built around affordability — simpler speed tiers, lower top-end speeds, and prepaid or easy month-to-month payment options. It targets households that want reliable fibre without long contracts or premium pricing, while Vumatel / Vuma Core is positioned as the higher-performance product.
Neither is automatically better — it depends on your home. Pick Vuma Reach if price, prepaid or month-to-month flexibility matters most and your usage is mostly streaming, browsing and video calls. Pick Vumatel / Vuma Core if you need faster speeds, stronger uploads for work-from-home, gaming, 4K streaming or many connected devices. Use the fibre coverage map to confirm which product is available at your address.
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