Best Broadband Deals in the UK - November 2026

The best broadband deal depends on your location, fibre availability, speed and the full cost across the contract, not just the headline monthly price.

Most providers advertise a cheap introductory rate, often paired with big switching incentives (BT is currently paying up to £170 to switch), then apply planned price rises mid-contract, sometimes twice over a 24-month term, followed by a steep out-of-contract price when your deal ends. On this page we show you the best broadband deals available right now and let you compare every deal at your address.

Our picks: the best broadband deals right now

We review these picks every month. Here’s where we’d point someone switching today.

Best budget deal - Three 5G Broadband

Three’s 5G home broadband averages 150Mbps at £13/month, rising to £16.50 (April 2027) then £20/month (April 2028) over a 24-month contract, which is an average of £16.79/month if you start in November 2026, before any switching credit. Like other 5G offerings, speeds vary with network conditions, but for a household wanting fast reliable speeds without a fixed-line engineer visit, Three is one of the best options on the market right now.

Best fixed fibre deal - EE Full Fibre 900

EE Full Fibre 900 averages 900Mbps and currently runs at £26.99/month for new customers, rising to £30.99 (March 2027) then £34.99 (March 2028). EE is transparent about these rises upfront. You get a Smart Hub 7 Plus router and no setup fee. This offer currently includes up to £200 switching credit. EE runs on Openreach, which is the UK’s largest fibre network.

Best gigabit deal - Virgin Media Gig1

Virgin Media’s Gig1 delivers average download speed of 1,130Mbps at £23.99/month on a 24-month contract, rising to £27.99 (April 2027) then £31.99 (April 2028). There is no setup fee, making it one of the best price-per-speed deals available right now. You’re getting gigabit speeds for similar prices to what most providers charge for 150Mbps. Virgin runs on its own Hybrid Fibre-Coaxial network rather than Openreach, so availability is more limited however they cover around 18.8 million homes, so check your postcode first. Eligible O2 Pay Monthly customers get double mobile data as an added bonus which can make Virgin Media a better pick for some.

Best for upload speeds - Hyperoptic

Hyperoptic’s 150Mbps plan is £32/month on a 12-month contract with a £19 setup fee, rising to £36 from April 2027. Where they stand out is symmetric upload speeds, download and upload match, which is important for tasks like video calls, uploading large files, and remote working. They scored 77% in Which?’s 2026 broadband survey which is second only to Zen Internet. However, Hyperoptic mainly covers large urban apartment blocks, so their footprint is limited. It is worth checking your postcode first to make sure it is the best deal for you.

Best for London - Community Fibre

Community Fibre only covers London and some parts in the southeast, but within their footprint they’re exceptional value. Their 500Mbps full fibre plan runs from £16/month on a 24-month contract, with no setup fee which is almost always the best value for money deal. They were 3rd in Which?’s 2026 survey, scoring a 72% customer satisfaction rating. If you’re in London, always check Community Fibre before committing to a national provider as they’re frequently cheaper for faster speeds.

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What you’re signing up to: the real cost of a broadband deal

The headline monthly price is likely the lowest fee you will pay and almost never what you pay across the full contract. Here’s what to calculate before you commit.

The introductory price vs average price: It typically lasts for your minimum contract term (usually 24 months) but most providers schedule planned rises within that term too which increases the average monthly fee you pay.

Mid-contract price rises: BT, EE, Virgin Media, TalkTalk, Vodafone, and Three all show scheduled price rises within the 24-month contract in their current deals, rising in March or April 2027, and again in March or April 2028. BT’s Full Fibre 300, for example, starts at £26.99/month and reaches £34.99/month by March 2028. Which is an extra £8/month or £96 more per year by the end of the same contract.

Setup and activation fees: Most of the major deals currently listed carry no activation or setup fee. Sky charges a £5 fee which is refunded on your first bill. However, it is worth checking for set up fees as this can change which provider has the cheapest deal.

The out-of-contract price: This is what you pay when your deal ends, and you haven’t switched or renegotiated. On average out of contract broadband customers overpay by between £7 and £9 per month compared to in contract customers (Excluding sign up bonuses), so it is worth comparing deals to ensure you aren’t being overcharged.

How to read the true cost: Starting price × contract length + upfront fees + scheduled rises = actual total you pay

What speed do you actually need?

Most households pay for more speed than they use. Here’s a practical guide:

Types of broadband connection explained

Full fibre (FTTP) runs fibre-optic cable directly to your home. It’s the fastest and most reliable connection type, with the strongest upload speeds. As of January 2026, 82% of UK homes can access full fibre, according to Ofcom’s Connected Nations Spring 2026 report.

Part fibre (FTTC) runs fibre to a street cabinet, then existing copper phone line the rest of the way to your home. Download speeds are typically 30–80Mbps. This is what older “fibre broadband” deals deliver, which is technically a hybrid rather than true fibre.

Hybrid Fibre-Coaxial (HFC) Virgin runs on its own cable network using Hybrid Fibre-Coaxial (HFC) technology rather than Openreach’s phone lines, so availability is more limited: check your postcode first. Virgin are actively converting their network to full fibre (FTTP), but most customers are still on HFC today.

5G and 4G home broadband uses a mobile signal routed through a plug-in router. No engineer visit is required however speeds vary with network coverage and local congestion. Vodafone and Three both offer competitive 5G home broadband deals currently. This is a practical option for renters or properties where fixed-line installation is difficult.

How switching broadband works

Since September 2024, your new provider handles the transfer between them and your old provider. This means you don’t need to cancel your old service before ordering a new one and can just communicate with your new provider.

To switch first check your contract end date by looking at your last bill or log in to your current provider’s account. If you’re mid-contract, you’ll face an early termination charge based on your remaining monthly payments however some providers pay up to £300 in switching credit.

• Compare deals at your address - use the tool above to compare deals at your specific address.
• Order your new deal - your new provider will contact your old one and arranges the switch. You’ll get a confirmed go-live date from your new provider.
• Changeover day - for most switches within the same network infrastructure there’s no gap in service however, switching from Virgin Media’s cable network to a phone-line provider (or vice versa) may require an engineer visit.