Sky Broadband Undercuts BT with Return of Lowest Prices
As April's price increases take effect across many services, households seeking to reduce broadband costs have a compelling new option. Sky has brought back its most affordable rates on two full fibre broadband packages, creating a deal that significantly undercuts rival BT's promotional offer of three months free service.
Price Comparison Reveals Substantial Savings
The Sky Full Fibre 150Mbps plan is now available for £24 per month, while the higher-speed 900Mbps package costs £30 monthly. These represent the lowest prices Sky has offered for these services. In contrast, BT charges £43.99 monthly for its comparable 900Mbps plan, even with three months of free service included in its promotion.
When comparing the total contract costs: BT customers would pay £43.99 monthly for 21 months (following three free months in a 24-month contract), while Sky customers pay £30 monthly for the full 24-month term. This difference amounts to hundreds of pounds in savings over the contract period for those choosing Sky's offering.
Additional Savings Opportunities
Sky is further enhancing its value proposition by offering up to £200 in switching credits for customers moving from rival providers. This applies to both the 150Mbps and 900Mbps packages. Additionally, there are no upfront fees required to secure these deals, though customers must commit to the full 24-month contract term or face early exit penalties.
Understanding Mid-Contract Price Increases
Like many broadband providers, Sky implements mid-contract price increases, a practice also seen at competitors including EE and Plusnet. For context, Plusnet's broadband plans begin at £24.99 monthly with no increases scheduled for 2026, but will rise to £28.99 starting March 31, 2027, and further increase to £32.99 in March 2028.
Choosing the Right Package for Your Household
The decision between Sky's two broadband options depends largely on household size and internet usage patterns:
- 900Mbps Plan: Ideal for larger households or smaller homes with remote workers who require reliable video calls and software operation without interruptions. This plan supports multiple simultaneous devices without buffering issues.
- 150Mbps Plan: Suitable for households of two to four people with moderate internet usage including streaming, social media browsing, and standard online activities.
Customer Feedback on Sky Broadband
On Trustpilot, Sky broadband has received positive reviews from many customers, with 17% of reviewers awarding the maximum five-star rating. One satisfied customer noted: "It worked well, reliable, and the speed was decent. Bills are easy to access online." Another commented: "The broadband service has worked well for everything I've needed, including streaming and working from home. In all that time I've rarely had any issues, which says a lot about the quality."
Some customers did mention challenges reaching Sky's customer service department, though this appears separate from satisfaction with the broadband service itself.
For households looking to reduce monthly expenses while maintaining quality internet service, Sky's reintroduced pricing presents a financially advantageous alternative to BT's promotional offer, particularly for those willing to commit to a longer contract term.
