Best Fibre for Multi-Device Homes 2025

Multi-device homes need 50-100 Mbps for small households, 200 Mbps for families of four, 200-500 Mbps symmetric for creators/gamers, and 500 Mbps-1 Gbps for large smart homes. Top picks include Cybersmart 200/200 (R890), Frogfoot 240/120 (R1,143), and Openserve 500/250 (R1,498). All packages are uncapped, unshaped, month-to-month contracts with free routers. Check coverage at your address and choose based on simultaneous 4K streams, uploads, and household size.

Small households (2-3 people) with one 4K stream plus HD content and video calls need 50-100 Mbps. Symmetric speeds work best for video calls and cloud uploads.

Families of four watching multiple 4K streams simultaneously plus gaming and downloads require 200 Mbps (200/100 or 200/200 for better uploads).

Creator and gamer homes uploading to YouTube/Twitch whilst downloading large games need 200-500 Mbps with symmetric uploads (at least 200 Mbps up) for low latency.

Large smart homes with 5-8 users, security cameras, multiple 4K streams, and constant WFH video calls benefit from 500 Mbps to 1 Gbps.

Why these speeds? A single 4K stream uses approximately 25 Mbps. Add uploads, game downloads, video calls, and background updates, and you need headroom. Choose a month-to-month plan on your available FNO and upgrade as your household grows.

Quick Comparison: Find Your Home Profile

Home Profile	Recommended Speed	Best LunaFibre Picks (Month-to-Month)	Key Use Cases
Small, Heavy Evenings	50-100 Mbps	Openserve 100/50 (R926), Frogfoot 120/60 (R1,000), FibreGeeks 100/50 (R965)	1×4K + 1-2×HD + video calls
Family of Four	200 Mbps	Openserve 200/100 (R1,176), Frogfoot 240/120 (R1,143), Cybersmart 200/200 (R890), Lightstruck 200/100 (R1,130)	Multiple 4K streams + downloads + gaming
Creator + Gamer	200-500 Mbps (symmetric)	Cybersmart 200/200 (R890) or 900/500 (R1,175), ThinkSpeed 500/500 (R1,449), Openserve 500/250 (R1,498)	Twitch streaming + large uploads + low ping
Big Smart Home + WFH	500 Mbps-1 Gbps	Frogfoot 1000/1000 (R1,812), Openserve 500/250 (R1,498), Lightstruck 500/500 (R1,615), Cybersmart 900/500 (R1,175)	5-8 users + security cameras + 4K uploads

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Use Case 1: Small Household, Heavy Evenings (2-3 People)

Your situation: You and a partner, or a small flatshare. Most evenings someone’s watching Netflix in 4K on the big TV whilst another person streams YouTube in HD on a tablet. Occasional video calls for work. Background WhatsApp, social media, and maybe a software update downloading.

What you need: 50-100 Mbps with symmetric speeds if you take regular video calls or upload photos to the cloud.

Why this speed works: A single 4K Netflix stream uses approximately 25 Mbps. An HD stream uses 5 Mbps. That’s 30 Mbps for video alone, plus another 10-15 Mbps for video calls, browsing, and background activity. A 50 Mbps line gets tight when everything happens at once. A 100 Mbps connection gives you comfortable headroom.

Top Package Picks

Openserve: The Streamer Pro (100/50) – R926/month

• 100 Mbps download, 50 Mbps upload
• Free installation worth R2,500
• Widely available across Cape Town suburbs
• Best for: Couples who stream nightly and work from home occasionally

Frogfoot: The Streamer Pro (120/120) – R1,071/month with free install

• 120 Mbps symmetric (same upload/download)
• Perfect for video calls and cloud backups
• Available across many Cape Town areas
• Best for: Small households where both people take video calls

FibreGeeks: The Entertainer (100/50) – R965/month

• 100 Mbps download, 50 Mbps upload
• Free installation
• Strong Western Cape coverage
• Best for: Budget-conscious households wanting 100 Mbps performance

Use LunaFibre’s coverage checker to confirm which networks serve your address.

Use Case 2: Family of Four (Multiple 4K Streams + Gaming)

Your situation: Parents and two kids. Someone’s watching Disney+ in 4K in the lounge. A teenager’s streaming Twitch on their laptop whilst another downloads a 50 GB game on PlayStation. Mum’s in a Zoom meeting. Dad’s scrolling Instagram.

What you need: 200 Mbps with at least 100 Mbps upload for smooth video calls and game updates.

Why this speed works: Two 4K streams (50 Mbps total), one HD stream (5 Mbps), a video call (3-5 Mbps upload), and a large download running in the background. At 200 Mbps, no one notices slowdowns even when everything happens simultaneously.

Top Package Picks

Cybersmart: The Entertainer Pro (200/200) – R890/month

• 200 Mbps symmetric (best value for families)
• Free installation
• Equal upload/download perfect for gaming and video calls
• Available in Cape Town urban areas
• Best for: Families wanting symmetric speeds at an excellent price

Openserve: The Entertainer Pro (200/100) – R1,176/month

• 200 Mbps download, 100 Mbps upload
• Free installation (R2,500 value)
• Widest coverage across Cape Town
• Best for: Families in suburbs where Openserve is the primary option

Frogfoot: The Entertainer (240/120) – R1,143/month with free install

• 240 Mbps download, 120 Mbps upload
• Slightly faster than 200 Mbps tier
• Available in many Cape Town suburbs
• Best for: Families who want extra download headroom for multiple streams

Lightstruck: The Gamer (200/100) – R1,130/month + R500 activation

• 200 Mbps download, 100 Mbps upload
• Premium network quality
• Select Cape Town areas (Atlantic Seaboard, Camps Bay)
• Best for: Families in Lightstruck coverage zones wanting reliable performance

Check your address coverage before choosing a package.

Use Case 3: Creator + Gamer Home (Uploads, Downloads, Low Latency)

Your situation: You stream your gameplay on Twitch. Your partner uploads YouTube videos. Someone’s downloading a 100 GB game whilst another person edits and uploads 4K video files to the cloud. Low ping matters for competitive gaming.

What you need: 200-500 Mbps with symmetric uploads (at least 200 Mbps up) for fast publishing and low-latency gaming.

Why this speed works: Streaming 1080p to Twitch uses 6-10 Mbps upload. Uploading a 5 GB video file to YouTube whilst gaming requires significant upload bandwidth. Downloads of 50-100 GB games benefit from 500 Mbps speeds (downloading in 15-30 minutes instead of hours). Symmetric speeds ensure uploads don’t choke your connection.

Top Package Picks

Cybersmart: The Entertainer Pro (200/200) – R890/month

• 200 Mbps symmetric
• Free installation
• Excellent for simultaneous streaming and gaming
• Best value for entry-level creator/gamer households
• Best for: Twitch streamers and content creators on a budget

Cybersmart: The Speed Master (900/500) – R1,175/month

• 900 Mbps download, 500 Mbps upload
• Near-gigabit performance at mid-tier pricing
• Free installation
• Best for: Professional content creators and serious gamers

ThinkSpeed: The Speed Master (500/500) – R1,449/month + R500 activation

• 500 Mbps symmetric
• Available in select areas (Century City, specific estates)
• Low latency for competitive gaming
• Best for: Households in ThinkSpeed coverage wanting symmetric 500 Mbps

Openserve: The Gamer Max (500/250) – R1,498/month

• 500 Mbps download, 250 Mbps upload
• Free installation (R2,500 value)
• Reliable network with wide coverage
• Best for: Power users wanting premium stability and half-gig speed

FibreGeeks: The Speed Master (500/250) – R1,350/month

• 500 Mbps download, 250 Mbps upload
• Free installation
• Strong Western Cape presence
• Best for: Budget-conscious power users wanting 500 Mbps without breaking R1,400/month

Read more about fibre internet for gamers in South Africa.

Use Case 4: Big Smart Home + Hybrid WFH (5-8 Users + IoT)

Your situation: Large family or multi-generational household. Multiple people working from home with daily video conferences. Security cameras uploading footage to the cloud. Smart TVs in three rooms streaming different 4K content. Teenagers gaming and uploading TikToks. Background devices like smart lights, thermostats, and voice assistants.

What you need: 500 Mbps to 1 Gbps with high upload speeds for constant cloud activity.

Why this speed works: Three simultaneous 4K streams (75 Mbps), two video conferences (10 Mbps upload), security cameras (5-10 Mbps upload), game downloads, and dozens of IoT devices. At 500 Mbps, you have enough headroom that no single activity impacts the others. At 1 Gbps, you’re future-proofed for years.

Top Package Picks

Frogfoot: The Gamer Max+ (1000/1000) – R1,812/month with free install

• Full gigabit symmetric fibre
• 1000 Mbps upload and download
• Available in select Cape Town suburbs
• Best for: Large households wanting no-compromise performance

Openserve: The Gamer Max (500/250) – R1,498/month

• 500 Mbps download, 250 Mbps upload
• Free installation (R2,500 value)
• Widest coverage across Cape Town
• Best for: Large families in areas without gigabit options

Lightstruck: The Speed Master Pro (500/500) – R1,615/month + R500 activation

• 500 Mbps symmetric
• Premium network with low latency
• Select Cape Town coverage
• Best for: WFH professionals needing reliable symmetric speeds

Cybersmart: The Speed Master (900/500) – R1,175/month

• Near-gigabit (900 Mbps down, 500 Mbps up)
• Best value for near-gig performance
• Free installation
• Cape Town urban coverage
• Best for: Large households wanting near-gigabit speeds without paying R1,800+/month

Verify coverage at your specific address using LunaFibre’s checker.

Do You Really Need Symmetric Upload Speeds?

Symmetric speeds (like 200/200 or 500/500) mean your upload and download speeds match. Asymmetric speeds (like 200/100 or 500/250) give you more download than upload.

You need symmetric speeds if you:

• Stream gameplay on Twitch, YouTube, or Facebook Gaming
• Upload large video files regularly (content creators, videographers)
• Back up significant data to cloud services (photographers, designers)
• Host video conferences daily where your outgoing video quality matters
• Share large files with clients or colleagues frequently

Asymmetric speeds work fine if you:

• Primarily consume content (streaming Netflix, browsing, downloading)
• Take occasional video calls where 25-50 Mbps upload is sufficient
• Don’t regularly upload files larger than a few hundred megabytes

For most families, asymmetric packages like Openserve’s 200/100 or Frogfoot’s 240/120 provide enough upload bandwidth for video calls and cloud activity whilst keeping monthly costs lower than fully symmetric options.

How Many Mbps Does Each Activity Actually Use?

Understanding bandwidth requirements helps you choose the right package:

Activity	Bandwidth Required
Netflix/YouTube 4K (UHD)	25 Mbps per stream
Netflix/YouTube HD (1080p)	5 Mbps per stream
Netflix SD (480p)	3 Mbps per stream
Zoom/Teams video call (HD)	3-4 Mbps up/down
Twitch streaming (1080p/60fps)	6-10 Mbps upload
YouTube upload (4K video)	Depends on file size; 500 Mbps uploads 5 GB in ~2 minutes
PlayStation/Xbox game download	50-100 GB games; 500 Mbps downloads in 15-30 min
Smart home devices (each)	0.5-2 Mbps
Security camera (1080p cloud upload)	2-4 Mbps upload per camera

Add these up for your household’s simultaneous activities, then add 30-40% headroom for background updates and browsing.

Router Tips for Multi-Device Homes

All LunaFibre packages include a free WiFi router, but optimising your setup makes a difference:

Place your router centrally WiFi signals weaken through walls. Position your router in a central location on the main floor, elevated on a shelf. Avoid corners, cupboards, or metal cabinets.

Use Ethernet for stationary devices Connect your TV, gaming console, and desktop computer via Ethernet cables for faster, more stable connections. This frees up WiFi bandwidth for mobile devices.

Upgrade to WiFi 6 or mesh for larger homes Homes larger than 120 square metres or multi-storey properties benefit from WiFi 6 routers or mesh systems. Mesh nodes near TVs and home offices eliminate dead zones.

Split 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks If your router allows it, create separate network names for 2.4 GHz (better range, slower) and 5 GHz (shorter range, faster). Connect smart home devices to 2.4 GHz and laptops/phones to 5 GHz.

Read our full guide: 9 Tips to Instantly Boost Your Fibre Internet Speed at Home.

Month-to-Month vs 24-Month Contracts

All packages in this guide are month-to-month contracts. That means:

• No lock-in period
• Cancel with 30 days’ notice
• Upgrade or downgrade speeds anytime
• No penalties if you move house

Some ISPs offer lower rates on 24-month contracts, but the flexibility of month-to-month often outweighs the R50-R100 monthly saving. If your household needs change (more people move in, you start working from home, kids leave for university), you can adjust your package immediately.

Read more: Fibre Packages in Cape Town: Month-to-Month vs 24-Month.

How to Switch to LunaFibre in 3 Steps

Step 1: Check Coverage Use LunaFibre’s coverage checker to see which FNOs operate at your address. Coverage varies by street, even within the same suburb.

Step 2: Pick a Plan Based on your household profile above, choose a package from your available FNO. All packages are uncapped, unshaped, and month-to-month.

Step 3: Sign Up and Get Installed Place your order through the LunaFibre connect page. Installation typically happens within 1-2 weeks. Your router arrives pre-configured, and activation occurs within 48 hours after installation.

FAQ: Multi-Device Home Fibre

Q: How many Mbps does one 4K stream actually use? A single 4K Ultra HD stream on Netflix uses approximately 25 Mbps. Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, and YouTube 4K use similar bandwidth. This means a 100 Mbps line can theoretically handle four 4K streams, but you’ll want headroom for other devices and background activity.

Q: Do I really need symmetric upload speeds? Symmetric speeds benefit content creators, streamers, and heavy cloud users. If you upload YouTube videos, stream gameplay, or back up large files regularly, symmetric plans (200/200, 500/500) make uploads significantly faster. For general family use with occasional video calls, asymmetric speeds (200/100, 500/250) work fine and cost less.

Q: Is a free router included with these packages? Yes. All LunaFibre packages include a free-to-use WiFi router capable of handling the speeds you’re paying for. FibreGeeks, Openserve, Frogfoot, and Cybersmart provide routers at no cost. Lightstruck and ThinkSpeed also include routers but charge a once-off R500 activation fee.

Q: Are there installation fees? Most packages offer free installation. Openserve, FibreGeeks, Frogfoot, and Cybersmart currently run free installation promotions (worth R1,500-R2,500). Lightstruck and ThinkSpeed charge a R500 once-off activation fee. Additional trenching or complex installations may incur extra charges quoted upfront.

Q: Can I upgrade my speed later if my needs change? Yes. All these packages are month-to-month contracts. If you start with 100 Mbps and later realise you need 200 Mbps, you can upgrade without penalties. Speed changes typically process within a few days.

Q: Which FNOs have the best coverage in Cape Town? Openserve offers the widest coverage across most Cape Town suburbs. FibreGeeks has strong Western Cape presence. Frogfoot operates in many areas with good reach. Lightstruck covers select premium areas (Atlantic Seaboard, Camps Bay). Cybersmart focuses on urban Cape Town. ThinkSpeed operates in specific zones like Century City. Always check coverage at your specific address.

Q: What if my home has WiFi dead zones? For homes larger than 120 square metres or multi-storey properties, consider adding a mesh WiFi system. The included router handles most homes up to 100-120 square metres. Mesh nodes extend coverage to far bedrooms, garages, or garden areas.

Q: Does uncapped really mean unlimited data? Yes. Uncapped means no monthly data limits, no overage charges, and no throttling after reaching a threshold. Stream 4K content 24/7, download hundreds of gigabytes, and use as much data as you want without additional costs.

This guide compares packages available via LunaFibre on our partner Fibre Network Operator (FNO) networks only: FibreGeeks, Frogfoot, Openserve, Lightstruck, Cybersmart, and ThinkSpeed. It’s not a market-wide ranking of all ISPs in South Africa. All packages shown are month-to-month contracts with no lock-in periods.