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Compare the UK's top broadband providers and find the perfect internet service for your home.
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Compare features, coverage, and specialities of major broadband providers
BT
Market leader with extensive coverage
Sky
Entertainment bundles specialist
Virgin Media
Fastest speeds via cable network
TalkTalk
Value for money provider
Plusnet
Outstanding customer service
EE
Mobile network integration
Broadband Network Types
Understanding the different network infrastructures used by UK broadband providers
Openreach Network
The UK's largest network infrastructure, used by BT, Sky, TalkTalk, Plusnet, and many others. Covers 99% of UK premises.
Providers using this network:
- • BT, Sky, TalkTalk, Plusnet
- • EE, John Lewis Broadband
- • Post Office, Zen Internet
Coverage: 99% of UK premises
Virgin Media Network
Cable network offering some of the fastest speeds in the UK. Uses coaxial cables instead of phone lines.
Key advantages:
- • Ultrafast speeds up to 1Gb
- • No phone line required
- • Dedicated cable infrastructure
Coverage: 65% of UK premises
Alternative Networks
Smaller, independent networks offering niche services and coverage in specific areas.
Examples:
- • CityFibre, Hyperoptic
- • Community Fibre
- • Gigaclear
Coverage: Varies by provider