Updated October 17, 2026 · TariffCue Editorial Team
Astound vs Singtel
Where Astound and Singtel differ
| Compare |  Astound |  Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| Top download speed (Mbps) | 5,000 | 10,000Higher |
| Price from | $19.95 | SGD 29.90 |
| Reference plan prices | 150 Mbps: $19.95/mo, 150 Mbps, no contract; 1 Gig WiFi: $40/mo, 1000 Mbps, no contract; 1.5 Gig WiFi: $60/mo, 1500 Mbps, no contract | 5Gbps Broadband New Home Exclusive: $29.90/mth, 5Gbps, 24 months; 5Gbps Broadband TP-Link WiFi 7: $39.90/mth, 5Gbps, 24 months; 10Gbps Broadband Premium TP-Link WiFi 7: $39.90/mth, 10Gbps, 24 months |
| Setup fee | $0 | SGD 0 |
| Router | Whole Home WiFi powered by eero included with Gig plans; eero Max 7 with 5 Gig | FREE TP-Link WiFi 7 Tri-band Router HB810 included |
| Markets | US | SG |
| Upload speed (Mbps) | 5,000 | Not confirmed |
| Price after contract | Not confirmed | SGD 89.90 |
| Mid-contract price rises | Price for Life rate locked while service kept; other promos valid 12 mos then regular rates | Not confirmed |
| Exit fee terms | No cancellation penalty; change or cancel anytime | Not confirmed |
| Social tariff | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Address checker | https://www.astound.com/check-for-service/ | Not confirmed |
| FCC broadband label | https://www.astound.com/labels/ | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- Astound scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 8.6.
- Top download speed (Mbps) is higher at Singtel: 10,000 vs 5,000.
- Support channels: only Astound offers Help centre.
- Technology: only Astound offers Cable.
- Markets: only Astound offers US.
- Markets: only Singtel offers SG.
Our verdict on each
Astound
Astound suits US households that want matching download and upload speeds, a low entry price and no contract to be tied into, and the same account can carry mobile lines. Entry pricing starts at $19.95 a month, Gig tiers arrive with Whole Home WiFi included, and the setup fee is $0.
Singtel
Singtel sells mobile and fibre from one network, and the entry price of SGD 29.90 sits well below the resellers listed here. Sim only plans, eSIM and 5G come as standard, but the step to SGD 89.90 once the contract term ends is what to watch.
Score breakdown
| Area | Astound | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.6HigherEntry price of $19.95 a month and a setup fee of $0 put cost near the top of the range. | 8.1 |
| Offer | 9.3HigherNo cancellation penalty; change or cancel anytime, and Whole Home WiFi arrives included with Gig plans. | 9.1 |
Where these facts come from
Astound
- astound.com: 17 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Singtel
- singtel.com: 11 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Astound | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| SIM-only deals | 1 of 416 | 35 of 416 |
| Phone plans with eSIM | 15 of 389 | 43 of 389 |
| Broadband providers | 2 of 124 | 10 of 124 |
| Full fibre providers | 2 of 107 | 10 of 107 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Astound | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | Cable, FttpCovers more | Fttp |
| Contract length | 1 | 1 |
| Legal entity | Radiate HoldCo, LLC d/b/a Astound Broadband | Singtel |
| Headquarters | United States | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Phone, Chat, Help centreCovers more | Chat, Phone |
Mobile plans
| Fact | Astound | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| Seller type | Reseller | Network |
| SIM-only | Yes | Yes |
| Billing | Rolling | Contract, Rolling, PrepaidCovers more |
| Unlimited plan price | $30 | Not confirmed |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| eSIM | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi calling | Yes | Not confirmed |
| EU roaming | Paid | Not confirmed |
| Roaming countries | Not confirmed | 259 |
| Data rollover | No | Not confirmed |
| Hotspot sharing | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Credit check required | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Multi-line discount | Yes | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Astound | Singtel | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top download speed (Mbps) | 5,000highest quarter | 10,000highest quarter | 1,000 |
| Upload speed (Mbps) | 5,000highest quarter | Not confirmed | 900 |
Median across 116 listed providers.
Pros and cons
Astound
Pros
- Download of 5,000 Mbps matches upload of 5,000 Mbps, so sending a large file is as quick as downloading one.
- The setup fee is $0, and it ranks 1 of 86 on that measure, ahead of every other brand compared.
- Service runs on cable and fttp, so one provider can cover a cable street or a fibre to the home street.
Cons
- EU roaming is paid, so European travel is billed separately.
- Data rollover is no, so unused mobile allowance does not carry into the next cycle.
- A credit check is required on the mobile side, which adds a step before a line is active.
Singtel
Pros
- Billing runs on contract, rolling and prepaid, so contract, rolling and prepaid structures all sit under one provider.
- Sim only plans, eSIM and 5G come together, and roaming reaches 259 countries for frequent travellers.
- Singtel is the network rather than a reseller, so its fttp fibre and its mobile service come from the same operator.
Cons
- The monthly figure steps from SGD 29.90 to SGD 89.90 once the contract period ends, so the entry price flatters the long-term cost.
- Billing on contract, rolling and prepaid includes a contract option that ties the line for 1 month, and the reference broadband plans sit on a long fixed term.
- Support runs on chat and phone only, with no email channel among the ones listed.
Who each suits
Astound
Who it suits
- Households in US whose street already has cable or fibre to the home and who want equal download and upload speeds.
- Families adding mobile lines to the same account, where a multi line discount and rolling billing apply.
- Renters and short-stay households, since No cancellation penalty; change or cancel anytime.
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers who want a fibre to the home provider and nothing else, because cable and fttp includes cable while Abissnet and Kinetic list fibre to the home alone.
- Homes a wired network does not reach, where EarthLink adds fttp, 5G and satellite options.
- Travellers who expect European roaming to come included, since EU roaming is paid.
Singtel
Who it suits
- Households in Singapore that want mobile and fibre from the same operator, with 5G and eSIM on the mobile side.
- Buyers who want to keep commitments short, with mobile plan terms of 1 month and a free setup fee on fibre.
- Travellers who need roaming reach of 259 countries while keeping a home tariff active.
Who should look elsewhere
- getesa, whose billing runs on prepaid and contract, for readers who want prepaid or contract only and no interest in Singtel's rolling option.
- Lonestar Cell MTN, whose billing runs on contract and prepaid, if you would rather settle on a fixed term than move from SGD 29.90 to SGD 89.90 at renewal.
- yesss!, whose plan terms run 1 and 12, if you want a longer commitment than the 1-month term on Singtel's mobile plans.
Country by country
| Country | Astound | Singtel |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Astound
How much does Astound broadband cost a month?+
Plans start at $19.95 a month on the entry tier. The listed lineup then steps up through Gig and multi-Gig WiFi plans, and every plan shown is on no-contract terms, so the monthly figure is the whole commitment. Whole Home WiFi is included with Gig plans rather than sold as an extra.
Is there a setup or installation fee with Astound broadband?+
Setup costs $0 to add, and in this comparison the brand ranks 1 of 86 for setup fee, ahead of every other brand measured on that point. Equipment also counts: Whole Home WiFi is supplied with Gig plans, with the top tier hardware paired to the quickest speeds.
Singtel
What does Singtel cost to get started with?+
The entry figure is SGD 29.90 for the fibre plans, with a free setup fee and FREE TP-Link WiFi 7 Tri-band Router HB810 included included. Once the contract period ends, the monthly figure becomes SGD 89.90, so the headline price only holds for the initial term.
Can I take a Singtel plan without a new phone?+
Yes. Sim only plans are offered, so you can use a handset you already own or a tablet, and mobile plan terms run 1 month. The same tariffs carry 5G, and an eSIM is available if you would rather not wait for a card to arrive.
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