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Carina M
- 2 reviews
It is great to do quick online searches.
Dropouts occur mainly in the peak periods, otherwise we don't have any issues.
When we were setting up the system there were a few questions I had for tech support. The issues were dealt with promptly and in a very professional manner, using simply languages helped me to understand what I needed to do.
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ShaneGreater Melbourne (Inner), VIC
- 2 reviews
Poor Service - no responsibility
ADSL in Warrandyte has never been good but for the last 6 months it has been not fit for purpose. Internode with their wholesaler Telstra has denied responsibility of the constant drop outs and speeds less than 1MB/s. Instead they pointed the finger to my internal wiring. After paying hundreds of dollars to get the internal wiring fixed the issue is exactly the same which points to the Telstra infrastructure. The last support call I logged, Telsta blatently lied on the ticket saying they came out and fixed it when they did nothing of the ...Read more
sort. Internode seems powerless to do anything about it. I recommend finding an ISP who actually fixes issues and does not try to avoid all responsibility. Shane - Internode customer for 25 years but not for much longer.1 comment
Customer ServiceInternode
Hi Shane,
Thanks for this, we do appreciate you dropping by to voice your concerns.... Read more
You are right, providers only have a certain amount of power to compel the wholesaler to rectify issues in their network, though we are always able to keep lodging faults and keep pushing for an outcome, especially as you've mentioned that your internals are fine. We'd love the chance to jump in and lend a hand. Please reply here with a ticket number (if you don't have one, you can grab one here: https://secure2.internode.on.net/contact/online/support/ ) and we can then push this to our teams. Please remember that you also have the option to use our Complaints Handling Policy: https://www.internode.on.net/about/legal/complaints_handling/ This outlines your escalation options and you're always welcome to use it. We hope to hear from you soon so we can assist. - LSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
RedMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
Deteriorating service
I have been with Internode for over 20 years. Prior to being swallowed up by iiNet, then TPG, they were a great company with a great product. Recent years have seen a gradual but unabated deterioration of speed, innovation and customer service. The past week or two, my ADSL connection has deteriorated further from a download sync of over 10mbs to around 5-6mbs. Also, whenever I reboot my modem, I am allocated an IP address from the TPG IP pool. I now have the opportunity to move across to NBN and sad to say, I won’t be staying with lnternode.
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Customer ServiceInternode
Concerning to hear that speeds have taken a turn for the worse, Red. Speeds on ADSL largely depend on your line's length and quality, meaning that any deterioration to the quality of line over the len... Read more
gth of it could be the reason for the drop in speeds and it may be worth investigation prior to or following any change to NBN. If you need any assistance with that, feel free to drop us a line via our contact forms page (https://www.internode.on.net/contact-us/) and let us know the associated ticket number here. - TSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
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Tyson G.
- 2 reviews
- ADSL
- Verified customer
Several problems
1) The ADSL installation at my apartment did not connect from the "wholesale" to the "retail" side of the MDF box. This was explained to me in disclaimer-style fashion during the sales process but it was never made clear that it was quite common that the connection had not yet been made, what wire or cable they were talking about exactly in non-technical language, or the potential cost. Luckily NBN was connected about one month later, and they connected the two sides of the MDF "box". I am a residential customer so expecting people to just know...Read more
about all of this or to push and probe for more information during a long phone call is not good enough. 2) Telephone operators have varying levels of knowledge and English language capability. One clearly did not understand what I was saying and sent me a return postage bag instead of an email with the Australia Post authorisation letter. 3) The connection process for ADSL was extremely frustrating. I was told that it is not possible to ask for 15 minutes notice, and I had to be present at my apartment for half a day until the technician had come and finished the work, yet the technician in fact never contacted me while doing their work. I would have liked to have had the opportunity to ask them to connect the "wholesale" side of the box to the "retail" side of the MDF box. 4) The Internode modem was clearly damaged internally on arrival - something large had come loose and was rattling around, yet I had to wait until I was connected and then test it. 5) My bills have been confusing and incorrect. 6) It is not possible to upgrade your broadband plan to a higher level immediately - you have to wait until the next billing cycle. Your only choice is to purchase expensive data packs. 7) When I asked for an immediate upgrade (which I would pay for) considering all of the above issues, and the fact that I had already been charged $20 too much due to the incorrect bills in prior months, Internode did not even reply to that part of my request. 8) Video calls drop in and out, so that I often have to switch to mobile data instead. Otherwise the NBN connection speed has been fine for watching Netflix on one TV and working from home.1 comment
Customer ServiceInternode
Hi Tyson,
Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback! We appreciate that you've taken quite a bit of time to write a very comprehensive review and thank you for doing so.... Read more
We'd like to arrange to have a staff member give you a call to discuss the points that you've raised here, so they can give you some clarity on what has occurred. Did you happen to have a ticket number handy that we can use to locate your account? If not, you're more than welcome to create one, here: https://secure2.internode.on.net/contact/online/support/ - LSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
earlMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
- 5 reviews
always great .
My connection has never been a problem i have no negative issues with Internode what so ever in fact over the past 20 years they have always been fantastic with their help with any technical issues i have had their staff have always been patient with an old man and i cant see why anybody could be dissatisfied with their service .
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Hi Earl,
Thanks for your wonderful 20 years with us! We are so happy to know that we've been able to help with any technical issue that you've had.... Read more
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fillipdesignAU
- 12 reviews
from great to not
upon relocating to our current address 12 years ago when we got a usual 18m down we now usually get 4m it has been a sad progression I guess we could have changed but I could never see that that would have made a difference. now we are going to the NBN where the price goes up but the service doesn't seem to be going to live up to the increased cost.
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Customer ServiceInternode
Sounds like your line may have a potential issue in need of repair, fillip. Have you been in touch with members of our team on 1300 788 233 to have this checked out and fixed up where possible? Moving... Read more
to new infrastructure on the NBN should certainly help in alleviating any issues in terms of speed unless the cause of any deteriorated speed is still a factor on the network left over such as internal cabling. - TYes and there has never been a resolution. It's really only every been contention ratio's. I guess it's. A mute point now as we are losing ADSL in a few weeks which is a big step up in cost for what l... Read more
ooks like the same service we had over ten years ago. Yoga to love progress I suppose.Customer ServiceInternode
We'd say it remains to be seen in terms of performance, fillip. I hazard a guess that depending on your selected plan once you're up and running performance will almost certainly be improved for you a... Read more
nd we're always here to help you should there be any issues with that. - TSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Sharinvision
- 6 reviews
Lengthy slow never ending..
Applied for connection 5 months ago..
Spent 2.5 months over several attempt to connect, NBN made clear statement that they cant connect to this building, internode kept on rebooked the installation.
They finally give up and admit they cant connect to this buiding so we applied for closing the account and get refund back.
No reply after many emails. Waited waited and waited for 1.5 months.
Finally someone more reliable responded (Jennilyn) who assisted to arrange the return of hardware and it was done finally after some hiccups. Now they rece...Read more
ived the hardware abd refund the money back into the inactive account for credits. We asked for that money refund to our personal account as we never have active account at all. Waited 2 weeks now and still no reply and no action.. So frustating for something so simple that wasted 5 months of our time of endless email contact. Why cant just get it done for something that simple, internode cant provide connection, refund money. Case closed !4 comments
Customer ServiceInternode
Hi Sharinvision,
We do apologise as this isn't the standard that we offer here at Internode.... Read more
If you;re able to, please reply here with a ticket number if you have one (if not, head over to: https://secure2.internode.on.net/contact/online/support/) and we'll chase this up for you. You're always able to use the Complaints Handling Policy (https://www.internode.on.net/about/legal/complaints_handling/) if you need to as well! - LRef: 340978914
We have returned all hardware and the money refund credit back into internode account, which is not useful for us as we dont have active account. Please refund the amount to my own bank account. ... Read more
Appreciate it.The complaints handling policy link does not work?
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Poor service, disappointing support
I've had Internode ADSL at my property for 4 years. When first connected, the service worked for a week and was then down for 9 weeks. During this time they said they would charge for a technician to look at the problem, unless it was guaranteed as their fault.
Eventually the issue was resolved and they accepted fault. They offered no refund for the downtime. I pursued it, which was not responded to. Finally, once I made a request via the Ombudsman. My request was part granted - I requested a cash refund which they declined, crediting my accou...Read more
nt. Since starting the contract with them, the internet goes down at the same time every year - late Jan / early February. We go through the same dance each time and eventually the issue is resolved - until same time next year. No-one at internode is interested in resolving the issue. I switched provider to Telstra. While it was initially a world of pain, I eventually found an Australian representative who was concerned with helping.1 comment
Customer ServiceInternode
Hi Jon O,
We're saddened to hear that you've chosen to move on as we are sure that our teams would be able to have resolved the connection issues that you mentioned, though we will say that it is hig... Read more
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MAGGIEDAU
- 2 reviews
Happy with the service.
Always reliable and happy with the service. We only have a couple of dropouts, which were dealt with punctually. Spoke with Internode expecting to wait 2 days but fixed promptly.
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Customer ServiceInternode
Thanks so much, MAGGIED!
We want those dropouts sorted quickly, so don't hesitate to give our team a call if they happen to return.... Read more
- LWill do, thanks for your quick response.
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montxsuzAU
- 30 reviews
Good ISP. Shame they got taken over by the big boys.
I've been with Internode for 10 years between about 2009 and 2022. Switched to another ISP when our NBN got connected. Internode was really good in the early years, I was very happy, but imo the service got worse after the take over. I had some issues with an aggressive customer support person, but that got solved after the manager listened to the phone recording. Still, it was a sour note for me. Overall, I found them to be a good ISP, but not as good as they used to be. I switched to one of the other big ones now, starting with an "O", and am still happy there. Will probably stay as long as I am.
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Customer ServiceInternode
Hi montxsuz,
Thanks for your review!... Read more
We're saddened to hear that you have moved on, as we are sure that we would've been able to help, especially with your move to NBN. Still, we are happy to hear that your time with us was mostly positive and we're always happy to continue to help with any outstanding issues that you may have. Our sincerest thanks for your 10 years with us! - LeoSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Excellent service with people you can understand and listen to you.
Connection is 99.9% no issues with speed or disconnection. No dropouts and no issue with service.
Ring and the people at Internode are very helpful and work through any problems. Had had this connection
for over one year and can't fault it.
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Customer ServiceInternode
Hi Heather!
Thanks for the excellent review and report on your connection with us. We're absolutely stoked that your connection is working super well and that our staff have been very helpful for you.... Read more
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BardanPerth, WA
Slow Internet connection
So far our connection has been better..No dropouts so far..
Only issue was very poor slow internet but after been guided through a Hard reset its working better..
The operator I spoke with was very helpful..
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Customer ServiceInternode
Excellent to hear that our team could help get that slow speed issue fixed for you, Bardan. Thank you very much for your review and rating! - T
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YvonneMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
A customer from the early days of the company
I have been with Internode for over 16yrs. I always recommend the company not least because the spectacular growth of the company has not diluted the service and customer support it has always offered. It has always offered the best NBN option/Internet option with plans to meet the individual needs of its customers. Would not go to any other company.
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Customer ServiceInternode
Thank you Yvonne!
We are beyond thrilled to hear that you've been with us for you long and that you rate us so highly, especially with the level of service that you've described. Thank you so much!... Read more
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HappyCustomerSydney Surrounds, NSW
- ADSL
- Verified customer
I have always had fast speed even in busy times between 7pm and 11pm at night.
Never had a drop out. Have had great customer service every time I have rung. Would never have thought of internode until someone recommended it to me. I hear about Telstra and Optus connections going down all the time. They need to change providers.
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Absolutely brilliant stuff, Happy. Thank you very much for your review and rating. Glad to hear that the recommendation worked out ;) - T
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RonPage 2614, ACT
Works to my requirements most of the time.
Since connection to NBN, our connection has been very reliable. Dropouts are a thing of the past. We have only had a couple of dropouts, and these have occurred after storms. Internode investigate the problem quickly and push it through to a successful conclusion in a pleasant & helpful manner.
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Customer ServiceInternode
Thanks very much for your feedback, Ron!
We're glad to hear that your connection has been stable, and that any issues you've experienced have been resolved quickly!... Read more
Please let us know if there's ever anything we can assist you with regarding your service and we'll be happy to help! - ChrisSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
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Double charged for unused service for 6 months, terrible customer service
Terrible customer service, left with a $400 dollar bill for a service at old address that was unused when I tried to transfer my service over to new tenant. Id been a customer for 10 years and was trying to do the right thing and refer customers.
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Customer ServiceInternode
Hi Peter,
When it comes to transferring ownership we'll need to speak to both parties involved to arrange a swap in the details and updates in all aspects of billing including payment information.... Read more
If there's been any issue with that process we can certainly do our best to assist and if you have any further concerns following contact with the team to discuss this there are further avenues of escalation available. Did you have a related ticket number from the case or any recent contact you could provide which we can use to look into this further for you? - THi have just cancelled our account and will be going to a different provider. It was escalated but the customer relations manager did not approve any refund even partial for an account that has been c... Read more
ompletely unused for 6 months. The new resident set up a new account through internode, so for that address there has been two unlimited accounts for the last 6 months, the one I was paying for being completely unused. Meanwhile our adsl account at our new address has been dropping out for weeks and has now completely stopped last Friday, after hours on the phone to technical support trying pointless trouble shooting there is no clear path to repair as cant confirm if inside or outside of property and costs to rectify if inside so I wouldn't wish to be hit with higher fees.Customer ServiceInternode
That's unfortunate to hear, Peter. We're sorry to hear of your decision in response to this outcome and wish you all the best in future, - T
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Mal PhillipsSoutheast, SA
Very good
I have found the service very reliable, the only times I had problems with it they were working on the ABN.During those times I found Internode tech people very understanding and helpfull
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Customer ServiceInternode
Thanks very much, Mal! We appreciate you taking the time to provide your feedback!
Our team are always happy to help, so please let us know if there's ever anything that we can assist you with!... Read more
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Pamela R.Alice Springs, NT
Internode how good are they so good and fix your problems right away
very reliable and if i have a problem they fix it right away even if it is my fault and friendly customer service would say give them ago thank you
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Thank you so very much, Pamela!
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Honest ReviewsMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
- 8 reviews
- ADSL
- Verified customer
Good!! But not great.
The connection is down sometimes and have to keep restarting or wait for it to get better.
Tech team cant do much but keep following the troubleshooting steps, which works sometimes.
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Customer ServiceInternode
Thanks being being so straight forward with us! We do want your connection to be working as well as it possibly can, so we can keep troubleshooting and move to lodging faults for the connection.
You'... Read more
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Worst company - under 2mbps even after technical support
Had consistent slow internet speeds for over 6 months. Every call to internode, they reset the port, 24 hours later, back to under 2mbps. Call to get permanent fix - was told will cost $200 in technician fee, or I can go to another provider for NBN. they have no accountability or care if customers stay or are happy.
time to change providers.
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Customer ServiceInternode
Hi The One H,
Thanks for your review!... Read more
It sounds like you have an ongoing line issue and the team has quoted you the incorrect callout fee that the wholesaler mandates be charged, should they need to attend and find that the issue was caused by your own equipment, past the network boundary point (usually the first socket in the premises). This is standard process and we must quote this cost to you - the charge may not be levied and is only done so if the wholesaler technician decrees that its valid. If we've suggested that moving to another provider is an option, this suggests that we believe that we may not be able to resolve the line issue and that we've chosen to give you the option to move on as a result. This is not taken lightly and is one of the last resort measures available to us, as we'd like to do everything that we can to retain you. However, please understand that there is only so much that we have control over. We'd suggest check the connection speed in the modem when connected via ethernet cable, with Wi-Fi fully disabled, with the phone line from the wall socket to the modem directly connected and not running through any filters or splitters. If the connection speed doesn't improve, even when connected this way, then we do suggest working with us to have a fault lodged, so the wholesaler can then attend. If you happen to have a ticket number for this, please feel free to reply here with it and we'll gladly arrange a call for you (you can also obtain a new ticket number here: https://secure2.internode.on.net/contact/online/support/). You're always able to call upon the Complaints Handling Policy (https://www.internode.on.net/about/legal/complaints_handling/) as you need to as well. Thanks for getting in touch! - LSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
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Customer ServiceInternode
Thanks for the feedback, Carina! Glad to hear that we've been able to resolve any issues that have arisen, although if those dropouts persist then please let us know and we'll be happy to investigate this for you!
- Chris