Broadband Guides

What Broadband Speed Do I Need?

From casual browsing to 4K streaming and gaming, here's how to work out exactly what download speed your household actually needs.

Fibre vs ADSL: What's the Difference?

Standard copper ADSL and fibre broadband are very different technologies. We explain how each works, typical speeds, and who each is best suited to.

Technology

Full Fibre (FTTP) Explained

Full fibre (FTTP) is the gold standard of UK broadband. We explain how it differs from standard fibre and whether it is available at your address.

Best Broadband for Working From Home

Remote workers need reliable upload speeds, low latency, and a stable connection. Here's what to look for and which providers deliver.

How to Switch Broadband Provider

Switching broadband is easier than most people think. One Touch Switching explained: what to check before you switch and how to avoid early exit fees.

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Mobile Broadband Explained

4G and 5G home broadband is a genuine alternative to fixed-line for many households. We explain how it works, typical speeds, and the best deals available.

Understanding Broadband Contracts

Contract length, early exit fees, mid-contract price rises — we decode the small print so you know exactly what you're signing up to.

Broadband Speeds Explained: Mbps and Upload

Download speed, upload speed, Mbps, Gbps: what do they mean? Plain-English explanations of broadband speed measurements and which numbers actually matter.

Tips & Troubleshooting

How to Improve Your Home Wi-Fi

Slow Wi-Fi is often a router placement or interference issue, not a broadband speed problem. Here are the most effective fixes.

Broadband Social Tariffs Explained

Social tariffs are discounted broadband deals for people on Universal Credit and other qualifying benefits. Here is who qualifies and what each provider offers.

How to Get Cheaper Broadband

From switching at contract end to calling retentions, there are several reliable ways to cut your broadband bill without sacrificing speed.

Broadband Without a Phone Line

You do not need a landline to get broadband in 2026. Full fibre, cable, and mobile broadband all work without a phone line.

Rural Broadband in the UK

Broadband options in rural areas have improved significantly. Here is what is available, what to do if speeds are still poor, and what help is available.

Getting Broadband in a Flat

Getting broadband in a flat has a few extra considerations around shared infrastructure and landlord permissions. Here is how to navigate them.

Broadband for Students

Student accommodation, short contracts, and shared houses need different approaches. How to get reliable broadband without being locked in long-term.

Broadband for Gaming: Speeds Explained

Gaming needs less speed than most people think. Here is what actually matters for online gaming, and why latency counts for more than headline download speeds.

How Much Does Broadband Cost in the UK?

Average broadband prices in the UK, what affects the cost, and how to make sure you are not overpaying.

Tips & Troubleshooting

Why Is My Broadband Slow?

The most common reasons for slow broadband and how to fix each one, from router placement to line faults to switching provider.

Moving House With Broadband

What happens to your broadband contract when you move house, how to take it with you or switch, and what to do at a new address with no existing line.

Rolling Monthly Broadband Deals

Rolling monthly broadband deals let you cancel without a penalty. Who offers them, what speeds are available, and when they are worth paying extra for.

Technology

The BT PSTN Switch-Off Explained

BT is retiring the old copper phone network by January 2027. Here is what that means for your broadband and phone, and what you need to do before it happens.