Broadband Deals & Discount Codes

From popular broadband companies like TalkTalk and BT Broadband to the award-winning provider Plusnet, internet service varies by your needs and where you live. You don’t have to choose the most expensive plan with high speeds to stream in HD or browse through social media with the swipe of your thumb.

After picking out the broadband providers that seem worthwhile, check out our Savoo tips on how to save money on your internet bill and decide if you need to switch plans or providers.

Promotional rates vs. regular rates

Broadband businesses usually advertise promotional rates for their plans but don’t always point out that prices may change during the length of the customer’s contract. While broadband plans appear to be affordable at first glance, the numbers will most likely go up once the promotion period ends. Don’t be fooled — make sure to check how long the promotional rates for your internet service will last, especially if you’re a first-time customer.

Standalone internet vs. bundles

Several broadband providers like Virgin Media and Sky offer TV and phone services which you can bundle with your internet plan. The benefits of bundling include contract-free options, waived fees, free internet upgrades, and an overall cheaper rate. Just make sure to double-check with the broadband company to see what other incentives they might throw in if you choose to bundle. Standalone internet plans are a great option if you really don’t need TV or phone services.

Beware of extra fees

Keep an eye out for fees tacked on to your monthly internet bill, which may include installation, equipment rental, and activation fees. If you’ve signed up for a contract, be mindful of early termination fees (ETFs), as they’re pretty steep. When signing up for a broadband provider, read the fine print of your contract to calculate how much you’re going to pay each month. Avoid the extra fees by signing up for a contract-free plan or a bundle that waives them.

Improve your broadband speed without upgrading your plan

As convenient as fast speeds may be, not everyone has the budget to upgrade their plan for these speeds. The good news is there are a number of ways to improve your internet speed without paying more every month. Move your router to a central area in your home and avoid placing it near other wireless electronic devices. If your Wi-Fi is spotty, consider choosing a wired connection instead. Also, turn the Wi-Fi off on electronic devices you’re not using. Investing in a Wi-Fi extender is another option for those who live in large homes. These methods don’t guarantee higher speeds, but connections should at least improve and you won’t have to dole out more money.

Broadband types

Knowing what internet types are available and the differences between them helps you figure out which is the best fit for your needs. Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line, or ADSL for short, transfers data via working telephone lines and offers a maximum speed of 24Mbps, though speeds vary by location. Loop Loop Unbundling, or LLU, is a shared telephone exchange so different broadband providers can use the connections for their customers.

Cable broadband is sometimes synonymous with fibre optic internet, with Virgin Media being the primary provider, but uses coaxial cables to deliver internet to your home. Fibre optic offers faster speeds than the other broadband types thanks to glass-threaded cables. If you’re on the move, mobile broadband, while not the cheapest or fastest, provides service through a mobile signal. Lastly, satellite internet is available in virtually all parts of the UK because it transfers data between a satellite dish in space and one outside your house.

For the cheapest internet service, ADSL, LLU, and cable broadband have consistently been the most affordable options while fibre optic, mobile, and satellite come at a higher cost. If you don’t care too much about fast speeds, settling for ADSL, LLU or cable broadband will keep your internet bill on the lower end.