Sky Ultrafast Broadband Offers – Review & Postcode Checker

The race is on for supplying the next generation broadband speeds to meet consumers demand for data heavy applications while streaming high quality content.

Welcome ‘Sky Ultrafast’ – Sky’s latest fibre broadband service with speeds averaging 145mb, or a whopping 500mb with Ultrafast Plus. Both services come with unlimited monthly allowance – currently at the same price as Ultrafast.

Exclusive Sale – Free £50 Voucher, £0 Set-up & Discount Subscription:
Order Sky Ultrafast here online for only £29 a month (was £38) and receive Free activation & Sky Q WIFI Set-up. That’s £19.95 cheaper than Sky’s main site offer.
NEW: Get Ultrafast Plus with 500mb speeds also for only £33 a month. This exclusive deal comes with a huge £90 Voucher and applies an automatic subscription discount each month, that’s cheaper than Sky’s current main offer on-site when considering the discount set-up. Check speed availability » where you live.

Sky Ultrafast Fibre Broadband is available on its own or you can add this service to any Sky TV package which can be customise online. As with any broadband service, your switch and new connection can take up to 14 days to arrange. However, if you also order Sky TV, you can be watching your subscription the same day with the free Sky Go app via your existing broadband connection (or using your mobile).

Customise your Sky Ultrafast Broadband deal today from £28 a month (normally £43pm), or from £39 a month (normally £48pm) with a Sky TV package. Installation costs just £59.95 / £29.95 / Free here online for ‘broadband only’ or from £29.95* when you add Ultrafast to a Sky TV package. Customise your deal »

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Sky Ultrafast Broadband – Latest Deals

New Sky customers joining with Ultrafast have two options. Switch to the standalone service, or as a bolt-on to a Sky TV package:

Set-up cost can vary so please check this article for the latest exclusive offers we may currently be running:
The cost of installing your chosen services all depend on the subscriptions you choose and if you are a new or existing Sky customer. Once you have ran the availability checker in your Sky basket, all costs are outlined before you proceed to the checkout stage.

Can I get Sky Broadband Ultrafast?

The easiest way to check if you are able to receive Sky Ultrafast in your area, is to use Sky’s online postcode checker. The Ultrafast service is still in its infancy and is currently available to approximately 25% of UK homes. The network is constantly expanding so it’s worth checking back regularly for coverage where you live.

Where can I find the postcode checker

You can find the postcode checker facility on the following order page. This is the official Sky.com website where you can check coverage and order direct with Sky. Check availability »

Is Sky Ultrafast Unlimited?

Yes. The service is totally unlimited and there is no traffic management or slowing down of the service at peak times.

What is the difference between Essential, Superfast and Ultrafast?

Sky Broadband Essential Plus is Sky’s traditional standard broadband service. Otherwise known as ADSL. This is supplied via a fixed phone line into your home and the cost of which is included in the listed monthly cost.

Sky Superfast and Ultrafast are fibre services. The signal is sent to you through your nearest telephone exchange using a fibre connection. From there the signal is relayed to homes via a fixed traditional landline. That is why you still need a landline to access Sky Fibre Broadband services. The cost of Sky landline is also included in the listed monthly prices for Fibre services (i.e. this is not an additional cost). Sky’s Ultrafast Plus broadband is an FTTP service, this means that your signal is supplied via a fibre optic cable direct to your home.

Regarding fixed line services; If you need a landline installing at your home, then Sky will arrange for an engineer visit. This costs as little as £20 and is one of the cheapest installation prices for a new line in the UK. You can find out if you need a new line or an old one reactivating by using the postcode checker. The Sky system will look at your address and advise if this is required. Any additional cost is outlined in your basket prior to checkout, so you are aware of the total cost before you proceed. Check now »

When will Sky Ultrafast be available in my area?

The service is rolling out to more and more households every month, with a target of nearly 400k every new quarter. Your options are to join a different supplier until Sky Ultrafast is available where you live, or join Sky with the service which is currently available and upgrade to Ultrafast when this becomes available. It all depends on your speed requirements. To get an idea of what you can do with different services, please read our handy guide on comparing broadband speeds » to make an informed decision.

How much are the set-up costs?

At the time of writing, Sky installation and set-up costs are as follows*:

Sky Ultrafast Set-up Cost without TV

• Sky Q WIFI Hub – Free
• Sky activation – Free

Sky Ultrafast Set-up Cost with TV

• Sky Q Box – Free
• Sky installation – From £29.95*
• Sky Q WIFI Hub – Free

*Depending on services taken – Set-up fees: up to £49 for new and existing customers.

How long is the contract for Sky Ultrafast

18 months for all Sky TV, Broadband and Fibre Services. 1 month rolling contract for some TV packs including; Netflix, Sky Kids, HD, Ultra HD, BT Sports and Disney packs. However, please bear-in-mind you may lose any promotional offers if you drop a service mid-contract. Please always read the full terms and conditions of any provider before you join.

Summary

Sky may have lagged behind Virgin Media when it comes to speed, but with this latest 500mb service Sky are right in the middle of the battle to win over customers with these new Ultrafast speeds. With unlimited allowance and the well performing Sky Q WIFI hub – Sky Ultrafast is definitely worth considering for your next lightening fast connection to the net. Customise your Sky Ultrafast Broadband deal » and take advantage of these latest offers.