Dad buys mobile data, Mom buys mobile data, and the kids buy data too for school and entertainment. Add it all up, and a family's monthly spending on mobile data is often bigger than you realize.
In this article we'll do the math together: is it cheaper to keep buying mobile data, or to install home WiFi?
Step 1: Calculate Your Family's Data Spending
Grab a piece of paper or open the calculator on your phone, then write down:
- How many people at home regularly buy mobile data?
- On average, how much does each person spend on data every month?
- Does anyone often buy top-up data because their main package runs out before the end of the month?
Add everything up. That is your family's monthly internet spending.
Sample Calculation
Here is an illustrative example for a family of four. The data prices below are only estimates; feel free to replace them with the prices of the packages you usually buy.
| Family member | Usage | Sample data cost/month |
|---|---|---|
| Father | WhatsApp, news, occasional YouTube | Rp75,000 |
| Mother | Social media, recipe videos, family video calls | Rp75,000 |
| High school child | Homework, learning videos, games | Rp100,000 |
| Elementary school child | YouTube and educational videos | Rp50,000 |
| Total | Rp300,000 | |
Even with that much spending, the data often still isn't enough: the kids have to ration their learning videos, and Mom waits for the neighbor's WiFi to make video calls.
Compare It with GISNET Home WiFi
| Plan | Speed | Price/month |
|---|---|---|
| Home Lite | 20 Mbps | Rp165,000 |
| Home Standard | 30 Mbps | Rp220,000 |
| Home Premium | 50 Mbps | Rp300,000 |
One subscription is shared by the whole family and every device in the house: phones, laptops, smart TVs, even CCTV. Most importantly, every GISNET plan is unlimited with no FUP. There is no quota to run out, and your speed is never reduced, even with all-day use.
It's Not Just About Saving Money
- No more counting data. Kids can watch learning videos freely, and the family can video call as much as they like.
- Works for TVs and laptops. Watch YouTube or movies on the big screen together.
- Upload as fast as download. Send large assignments, videos, and photos without a long wait.
- Flat pricing. The same bill every month, easy to budget.
- Equipment provided on loan. No need to buy a modem or router.
So, Do You Still Need Mobile Data?
Yes, but a small package for use outside the home is enough. As soon as you get home, your phone automatically connects to WiFi. Many families end up downgrading to a cheaper mobile data package, so they save twice.
Tips for Choosing a Home WiFi Plan
- 1–3 devices with light usage: Home Lite is enough.
- Families with school-age children and several devices online at once: Home Standard.
- Large families, smart TVs, working from home, or online CCTV: Home Premium.
A more detailed explanation is available in our guide to choosing a home internet plan.
Time to Switch to Home WiFi
See our plans, check the coverage area (Sidayu, Bungah, and Ujung Pangkah), or fill in the registration form for a free consultation and site survey. Prefer to chat? Contact GISNET marketing on WhatsApp at 0857-0629-9235.
