Fibre is great—when it works. But for fast, hassle-free business connectivity, 5G Fixed Wireless is often the smarter choice.
Fibre’s had the crown for years. It’s fast, reliable, and usually the default choice for businesses. But if you’ve ever tried to get it installed in a hurry, you’ll know it’s not exactly plug-and-play. Enter 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA)—a proper alternative that doesn’t involve months of waiting and a team with hi-vis jackets.
So which one’s right for your business? It depends. Let’s break it down without the fluff.
Getting Connected: Fibre vs 5G FWA
This is where the difference really shows.
Fibre: Hurry Up and Wait
If you’ve been through a fibre install, this will sound familiar:
- Waiting weeks (or more) for survey dates
- Endless paperwork, digging, drilling, and permit chasing
- Stuck in wayleave limbo while landlords drag their heels
Basically, you’re not in control of the timeline—and that’s a nightmare when you’ve got a business to run.
5G FWA: No Diggers, No Delays
Here’s how we do it at Digital Avenue:
- We get you online in 24–48 hours
- No construction, no drilling, no chasing permissions
- We install tidy kit inside your office and hand over a clean WAN port
It’s quick, simple, and doesn’t involve half the street being cordoned off.
Speed & Reliability: What Actually Matters
Yes, fibre gives you dedicated, symmetrical speeds. It’s solid—until someone slices the cable during building works. Then you’re offline and on hold with support.
Our 5G FWA setup doesn’t rely on a single cable. We use multiple 5G modems (from different networks), all bonded together to form an unbreakable connection. So if one connection lags or drops, the others pick up the slack instantly. You stay online, and the business doesn’t skip a beat.
We also include the enterprise features you’d expect:
- Static public IPs
- IPsec VPNs
- 24/7 Monitoring and Healthchecks
- The enterprise-grade tools your IT team needs
When to Use What
It’s not about which is “better.” It’s about what works for you.
Fibre is a good if:
- Your building’s already wired and ready
- You're not in a rush
- You need symmetrical speeds for specific tasks
5G FWA is ideal if:
- You need internet set up this week, not next month
- You want a proper backup that doesn’t rely on the same infrastructure
- You’re running a temporary site, project office, or event
Final Thoughts
Fibre still has its place, but it’s not always practical. If you’re facing long lead times, spiralling install costs, or just want a backup that actually works, 5G FWA is the way to go.
Need to get online fast—or just want a better plan B? Give us a call and we'll get you connected!
