Broadband provider speeds and networks
Although broadband speeds by type are similar across the most popular UK broadband providers, there are some small differences - and a huge leap between Virgin Media’s average speeds and the competition.
Before comparing broadband deals through different UK internet providers, you should use our broadband speed checker to find out what speed you’re currently receiving. If you’re happy with this, you can filter your results by similar speeds. If not, we’ll help you search for a deal that gives you a faster connection.
If you’re not sure what internet speed you need, our Guide to broadband speed will help you work it out.
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How to choose a broadband provider
This page provides a basic overview of some of the UK’s biggest broadband providers: the services they provide, average speeds, special features, and how to compare deals from different providers.
As there are currently more than 150 providers in total, we’ve included only the biggest, most popular, and most affordable broadband companies who provide a range of services including standard broadband, fibre broadband, and mobile broadband.
Not all services are provided in areas of the UK. Our postcode checker can tell you what’s available where you live.
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Comparing providers
We help you compare great deals from the best broadband providers in the UK - both for stand alone broadband, and for broadband bundles that include TV, landline phone calls, or mobile phone service.
We’ll help you find the broadband deal that’s right for you, filtering with criteria that includes broadband type, broadband speed, size of household, additional services like TV and landline phone, provider, contract length, upfront charges, early-exit fees, and more.
It’s simple, really. All you have to do is enter your postcode and we’ll display a list of deals available in your area.
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Who is the best UK broadband provider?
Each broadband provider has their own strengths and their own range of deals, bundles, and special offers.
It’s also important to decide what factors matter most to you (e.g. speed, price, contract length, etc) and look for a deal that combines these features in a way that’s right for you.
All of our broadband providers come with plenty of broadband customer reviews, which is a great way to find out what it’s genuinely like to sign up for one of their deals.
It’s important to remember that not all types of broadband or provider are available to all areas of the UK. Before deciding what provider or deal you’d like, it’s worth using our postcode checker to make sure what you want is available in your area.
We’ve put together a shortlist of providers who are known for offering the best broadband packages by the following:
Speed – Virgin Media is the fastest widely available provider in the UK with speeds up to 500Mpbs.
Popularity – TalkTalk is our most popular provider – low prices with decent incentives.
Free gifts – BT is the king of vouchers and reward cards – and they regularly score highly for satisfied customers
Cheapest – Shell Energy broadband currently offer the cheapest standard and fibre broadband deals in the UK.
Packages and bundles – Sky’s TV and broadband offering provides you with a massive range of channels and great broadband options.
Broadband in London – Hyperoptic is only available in a few areas across the UK and offer some of the fastest broadband available.
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