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Vodafone broadband: What's on offer?

Lyndsey Burton
This broadband comparison is produced and maintained by Choose, under the editorial oversight of Lyndsey Burton, Founder & Managing Director.

Vodafone offers a range of home broadband plans focused on full fibre (FTTP), delivered over both Openreach and CityFibre networks depending on availability at your address. In areas without full fibre coverage, part fibre (FTTC) options are also available.

Pricing is competitive across the market for standard broadband plans without add-ons, which come with a WiFi 6 router as standard. Customers can choose to add extras such as WiFi boosters, an upgraded WiFi 7 router, call plans, or an Apple TV add-on if required. A range of speeds is available, including up to 1.6Gb on Openreach and up to 2.2Gbps in selected CityFibre areas.

All Vodafone broadband plans can be customised with optional add-ons:

  • Super WiFi (£7 per month) adds a whole-home WiFi guarantee, using Vodafone's mesh boosters to improve wireless coverage.
  • Pro 3 (from £8 to £11 per month) includes Vodafone's WiFi 7 Ultra Hub, a WiFi 7 Super Booster, and automatic 4G backup using the Vodafone mobile network.
  • Xtra (£8 per month) includes an Apple TV 4K box, a three-month Apple TV+ subscription, and unlimited anytime calls to UK landlines and mobiles.
  • Call plans are also available separately, including evening and weekend calls from £6 per month, or anytime calls from £10 per month.

Vodafone pay-monthly mobile customers also qualify for a discount on their home broadband of up to £4 per month with Vodafone Together.

Read more in our independent review of Vodafone broadband.

Availability of Vodafone broadband

Vodafone broadband is available across much of the UK, using a combination of the Openreach and CityFibre wholesale networks to deliver both part fibre (FTTC) and full fibre (FTTP) connections.

Full fibre availability depends on which network serves your address. Openreach has extended FTTP coverage to over 20 million premises across the UK, while CityFibre's network currently reaches around 4.7 million premises in selected towns and cities.

In areas without full fibre, Vodafone also offers part fibre broadband over the Openreach network, which covers around 94% of UK homes and typically delivers average download speeds of up to 67Mb.

To check which Vodafone broadband deals are available at your address, use the postcode checker in the table above.

Vodafone broadband speeds

Vodafone offers a wide range of broadband speeds, starting from around 35Mb on entry-level part fibre plans and scaling up to ultrafast full fibre speeds of up to 2.2Gbps, depending on location and network availability.

Homes served by Openreach part fibre (FTTC) can typically choose between average download speeds of 35Mb and 67Mb. In full fibre (FTTP) areas, Vodafone offers a broader range of options, with speeds starting from around 73Mb and increasing through gigabit tiers up to 1.6Gbps on Openreach, or up to 2.2Gbps in CityFibre-enabled locations.

Because full fibre uses a dedicated fibre optic connection directly to the property, speeds are not affected by distance from the street cabinet, allowing for more consistent performance.

Here are the typical average download and upload speeds for Vodafone broadband:

Download speed Upload (Openreach) Upload (CityFibre)
Fibre 1 35Mb 10Mb -
Fibre 2 67Mb 18Mb -
Full Fibre 74 / 80 73Mb / 82Mb 18Mb 73Mb / 82Mb
Full Fibre 150 150Mb 27Mb 150Mb
Full Fibre 500 500Mb 68Mb 500Mb
Full Fibre 910 910Mb 105Mb 910Mb
Full Fibre 1.6 1600Mb 105Mb -
Full Fibre 2.2 2200Mb - 2200Mb

Upload speeds vary by network. Openreach-based full fibre connections use asymmetrical speeds, where uploads are lower than downloads. In contrast, CityFibre connections offer symmetrical speeds, where upload speeds match downloads.

Advertised average speeds must be achievable by at least 50% of customers at peak times (between 8pm and 10pm), in line with UK advertising standards.

Although Vodafone is not a signatory to Ofcom's code of practice on broadband speeds, it provides a guaranteed minimum speed at the point of sale. If speeds consistently fall below this and cannot be resolved within 30 days, customers may be able to leave without early termination charges.

Vodafone Pro 3

Vodafone Pro 3 is a premium add-on that can be applied to any Vodafone broadband plan, upgrading both the hardware and the level of support provided.

Vodafone Pro 3 includes:

  • An upgraded Ultra Hub router with WiFi 7 support
  • A whole home WiFi guarantee, with up to three WiFi 7 Super Boosters if needed
  • Automatic 4G broadband back-up, which keeps you online via the Vodafone mobile network if your fixed broadband goes down
  • Access to Vodafone WiFi experts, who can proactively monitor and help resolve WiFi issues
  • Secure Net Home, providing network-level security and parental controls

The Ultra Hub is Vodafone's most advanced router, supporting the latest WiFi 7 standard for faster speeds, lower latency, and improved performance when many devices are connected at once. It is designed to handle high-speed full fibre connections, including gigabit and multi-gigabit plans, and works alongside WiFi 7 Super Boosters to extend coverage throughout the home.

This represents a step up from Vodafone's standard Power Hub, which supports WiFi 6. However, to benefit fully from WiFi 7, connected devices must also support the newer standard.

It's also worth checking Vodafone mobile coverage at your address, as the automatic 4G back-up relies on Vodafone's mobile network to keep you connected during outages.

Vodafone Xtra

Vodafone Xtra is an optional add-on that bundles TV and calling features with your broadband service.

Vodafone Xtra includes:

  • An Apple TV 4K set-top box
  • A three-month subscription to Apple TV+
  • Unlimited anytime calls to UK landlines and UK mobiles

The Apple TV 4K box brings together free-to-watch catch-up apps such as BBC iPlayer and ITVX, alongside subscription services including Netflix, Prime Video and NOW. Apple TV+ is included for the first three months, after which it continues at the standard subscription price unless cancelled.

Vodafone broadband plans offer a choice of home phone options, including pay-as-you-go calls at no extra monthly cost. Customers can also add Evening & Weekend or Anytime call plans if needed. Vodafone Xtra includes the Anytime call plan, which would otherwise cost £10 per month on its own.

At £8 per month, Vodafone Xtra represents strong value for customers who want inclusive calls, effectively bundling them at a lower cost while also including an Apple TV 4K box and Apple TV+ trial. Over a 24-month term, the add-on totals £192, broadly aligning with the cost of the hardware and included services. However, customers who do not need inclusive calls may find limited value in the bundle.

New customer offers

Vodafone runs regular offers for new and switching broadband customers. To qualify, you'll need to be new to Vodafone home broadband or switching from another provider.

Most Vodafone broadband deals include discounted monthly prices for the initial minimum term. With contracts typically lasting 24 months, these introductory prices reduce the overall cost across the length of the agreement.

Customers who have, or take out, a Vodafone pay-monthly mobile plan (SIM-only or handset) receive a Vodafone Together discount on their broadband. The discount is applied automatically when multiple Vodafone plans are held on the same account and varies depending on the combination of plans, with savings of up to £4 per month on broadband.

The latest Vodafone broadband deals are shown in the comparison table above, with prices and offers kept up to date.

Key terms of Vodafone broadband deals

Vodafone home broadband contracts run for a minimum of 24 months. If you cancel before the end of the term, early termination charges may apply.

Vodafone applies an annual price increase to both in-contract and out-of-contract broadband customers. Current agreements are subject to a rise of £3.50 per month, applied each April, meaning your monthly cost can increase during the minimum term as well as after it ends. Similar annual price increases also apply to Vodafone pay-monthly mobile plans, depending on the terms of those agreements.

Any routers or networking equipment supplied as part of a Vodafone broadband package remain Vodafone's property and must be returned if you end your service.

Customers who take the Xtra add-on and receive an Apple TV 4K box can keep the device once their minimum term has been completed.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Vodafone Together work?

Vodafone Together is a discount system for customers who have both Vodafone home broadband and a Vodafone pay-monthly mobile plan on the same account.

If you already have, or sign up for, a Vodafone SIM-only or handset contract, you'll receive a monthly discount on your broadband bill of up to £4, depending on the combination of plans.

Additional savings are also available on mobile plans when multiple services are held on the same account. For example, selected 100GB and unlimited data plans can be discounted by £14 to £23 per month, depending on the plan.

The discounts are applied automatically once all services are active on the same account and continue for as long as you keep your Vodafone mobile and broadband services.

What router comes with Vodafone broadband?

Vodafone supplies its Power Hub as standard with most broadband plans. This is a dual-band WiFi 6 router designed for both part fibre and full fibre connections, offering improved speed, capacity and stability compared with older WiFi 5 hardware.

The Power Hub is suitable for typical households, with support for multiple connected devices and compatibility with Vodafone's mesh WiFi boosters to help extend coverage into weaker signal areas.

Customers who add Vodafone Pro 3 will instead receive the Ultra Hub. This is Vodafone's latest router, supporting WiFi 7 for faster speeds, lower latency and improved performance in busy homes.

The Ultra Hub also includes a 2.5Gb WAN port and a 2.5Gb Ethernet LAN port, alongside two additional Gigabit LAN ports, allowing it to support high-speed full fibre connections and faster wired devices where available. It also works with Vodafone's WiFi 7 Super Boosters and includes 4G back-up to keep you connected during outages.

While the Ultra Hub offers a clear step up in performance, particularly for larger households or faster connections, devices connected to the router will also need to support WiFi 7 to benefit fully from the newer standard.

Can I boost the wireless with Vodafone broadband?

Yes. Vodafone offers whole home WiFi options designed to improve wireless coverage in larger homes or areas with weaker signal.

The Super WiFi add-on works with Vodafone's Power Hub and includes mesh WiFi boosters to extend coverage. Customers who take Vodafone Pro 3 receive WiFi 7 Super Boosters, designed to work with the Ultra Hub for higher performance.

These boosters create a single, seamless WiFi network throughout the home. Vodafone also offers a WiFi guarantee, providing additional boosters if needed to improve coverage.

If Vodafone is unable to deliver adequate WiFi coverage after this, customers may be able to leave their contract without early termination charges, subject to the terms of the guarantee.

Read how whole home WiFi guarantees work.

Does Vodafone broadband offer a home phone line?

Yes. Vodafone broadband plans offer a choice of digital home phone options, available on both Openreach and CityFibre connections.

Customers can opt for a pay-as-you-go call option at no extra monthly cost, or add an inclusive call plan. Evening & Weekend calls to UK landlines and mobiles cost £6 per month, while Anytime UK calls cost £10 per month.

Customers who take the Vodafone Xtra add-on receive unlimited anytime calls to UK landlines and UK mobiles as part of the package.

Vodafone also offers some of the lowest out-of-allowance call charges in the UK, which can help keep costs down for occasional callers.

How do I switch to Vodafone home broadband?

Vodafone uses the One Touch Switch process, allowing most customers to change broadband provider without needing to contact their existing supplier.

To switch, you place an order for Vodafone home broadband. Vodafone then manages the transfer, including notifying your current provider, setting the switch date, and coordinating the changeover.

The One Touch Switch process applies across most UK providers and networks, including Openreach-based services (such as BT, Sky, EE, Plusnet and TalkTalk) and supported alternative networks.

In most cases, the switch completes within around two weeks. Any loss of service on the day is usually minimal and limited to the time it takes to connect the new router.

An engineer visit may be required where a new line or full fibre installation is needed. Vodafone will confirm this and provide expected timescales when you place your order.

Read more in our guide to switching broadband.