Best internet option for students

[mich_m]

I need help please, both my sons will be staying in a flat and studying in Stellenbosch from next year (each got a laptop and cellphone). I need to know what is the most cost effective option regarding connecting to the internet and data options.

 

[WAslayer]

Either DSL or fibre, preferably fibre if it's available in the area..

 

[StoneCold]

Either DSL or fibre, preferably fibre if it's available in the area..

What he said, or look at Rain Uncapped for R250 a month (uncapped from 23:00 till 18:00 the next day). Between 18:00 and 23:00 it will cost you R50 a gig though.

 

[hjst45]

Preferrably fibre, since they would probably stream a lot of Youtube and Netflix (and yes, they will) so you would preferably want fibre since it is uncapped.

Alternatively, look at a decent fixed-lte option which is capped but much easier to get set up if they are renting a place. I'd recommend either Telkom or MTN (preferable) through Axxess or Afrihost with a MINIMUM of 100GB+100GB, preferably the 150+150GB for two persons.

I finished studying last year and streamed a lot both as a cheap form of entertainment on a student budget, but also just as much for studying purposes.

 

[hjst45]

What he said, or look at Rain Uncapped for R250 a month (uncapped from 23:00 till 18:00 the next day). Between 18:00 and 23:00 it will cost you R50 a gig though.

Don't think it is suitable/viable for a student though, who need internet access 24/7...

 

[StoneCold]

Don't think it is suitable/viable for a student though, who need internet access 24/7...

Well, it's better than nothing at a good price. I too wanted to add they could perhaps just get a second sim with 100+100GB or 150+150 (like you mentioned) in conjunction with a Rain sim. We don't know their usage patterns so it could potentially work. Either way, just a suggestion...

 

[Gtx Gaming]

I need help please, both my sons will be staying in a flat and studying in Stellenbosch from next year (each got a laptop and cellphone). I need to know what is the most cost effective option regarding connecting to the internet and data options.

Most of the flats have fibre connected or connect to a WISP, just ask around what other students are using in the building.