"We spent 18 years living with dial-up and other terrible internet connections, but now with Gravity we can pretty much do whatever we want"
— Valerie Bambury, Gravity customer
FAQs about Rural Broadband
Yes, because our broadband is delivered to you via a satellite, we have coverage across all of New Zealand no matter how remote or rural you are. So as long as you can see the sky, we can setup an internet connection with you.
If you are more visual, check out our broadband coverage map
Gravity rural broadband runs through a satellite connection (which is different to 4G or Wireless). Satellite internet requires a certified installer to setup a satellite dish on your roof. The dish is then calibrated to connect with an orbiting satellite in space. Cabling is run from the dish to a modem device that sits inside your home.
If you are new to satellite internet connection type we recommend seeing our introduction guide to satellite internet
Once your Premium Data has been completely used, your plan will then be switched to standard speeds for the remainder of the month.
Standard speeds are unlimited and are at no additional charge to your plan (free).
The initial plan speed you chose will determine the standard speed, refer to the table below:
| Premium Speed (Plan) | Standard Speed (Unlimited) |
| 30 Mbps | 3 Mpbs |
| 20 Mbps | 2 Mbps |
| 10 Mbps | 1 Mbps |
| 5 Mbps | .5 Mpbs |
* Speeds indicate the maximum speed that will be delivered to you.
We completely understand that the install fee seems expensive (compared to some other broadband connection fees).
That's why we've created a whole section on what the install fee covers
