Independent reviews of Sky TV services, broadband speeds, routers, and bundle options.
Sky broadband plans can be bundled with Sky Stream, the lower-cost Sky Glass Air, or the premium Sky Glass Gen 2, allowing customers to combine TV and broadband in a single monthly package.
Bundling TV and broadband typically reduces the overall monthly cost compared to buying the services separately, while also simplifying billing and installation.
Sky offer the following broadband plans, depending on network availability:
These can be combined with Sky Essential TV or Sky Ultimate TV. Both include over 100 live channels and access to streaming apps such as Netflix and Discovery+, along with Sky Atlantic.
Sky Ultimate TV also includes access to HBO Max at no extra cost, bringing HBO original series and Warner Bros. content into the core bundle. Additional streaming apps include Disney+ and Hayu integrated into the Sky TV platform.
Sky Stream and Sky Glass deliver TV over broadband rather than a satellite dish, while Sky Glass Air provides a lower-cost version of the Sky Glass television with the same built-in streaming platform.
Customers can further customise packages by adding premium channel packs including Sky Sports, Sky Cinema, TNT Sports, and Sky Kids, as well as optional extras such as the Sky Max add-on, which includes enhanced router features and a WiFi coverage guarantee.
Read more about Sky TV packages and Sky Broadband.
Sky TV customers can choose between the Sky Stream puck, the full-featured Sky Glass Gen 2 television, or the more affordable Sky Glass Air.
The Sky Stream puck connects to an existing television via HDMI and delivers Sky TV over a broadband connection, without requiring a satellite dish. This makes it the lowest-cost option for households that already have a compatible TV.
Sky Glass Gen 2 and Sky Glass Air are televisions with the Sky platform built in, removing the need for a separate box. Sky Glass is the premium model, with a higher-spec display and integrated Dolby Atmos sound system, while Sky Glass Air is designed as a lower-cost alternative with the same streaming-based Sky TV interface.
Sky Stream is typically available with free setup, while Sky Glass and Sky Glass Air can be purchased upfront or paid monthly over an interest-free loan alongside a Sky TV subscription.
| Sky Stream | Sky Glass Air | Sky Glass (Gen 2) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardware type | Streaming puck (connects via HDMI) | Entry-level Sky TV with built-in streaming | Premium Sky TV with built-in streaming |
| Upfront hardware cost | Typically £0, setup fee £39.95 | £309 (43"), £509 (55"), £649 (65") | £699 (43"), £949 (55"), £1,199 (65") |
| Display | Uses your existing TV | 4K HDR Quantum Dot panel | 4K HDR Quantum Dot panel (higher-end panel) |
| Audio | Depends on your TV | Built-in stereo speakers | Integrated Dolby Atmos sound system |
| Broadband required | Yes (25-30 Mbps recommended) | Yes (25-30 Mbps recommended) | Yes (25-30 Mbps recommended) |
| Sky TV subscription required | Yes - from £15/month | Yes - from £15/month | Yes - from £15/month |
| Ownership | Loaned device, must be returned | You own the TV after loan repayment | You own the TV after loan repayment |
Read more about Sky Stream and Sky Glass in our dedicated reviews.
Sky TV is available nationwide, and Sky broadband is available to around 98% of UK homes using a combination of part-fibre and full fibre networks.
Sky broadband is primarily delivered over the Openreach network, which has upgraded over 20 million premises to full fibre and plans to reach up to 25 million homes by the end of 2026. In some areas, Sky also provides full fibre broadband using alternative networks such as CityFibre, expanding availability beyond the Openreach footprint.
Where full fibre is available, customers are connected using a fibre optic cable installed directly to the property (FTTP), providing faster and more reliable speeds compared to older copper-based connections.
Entry-level plans such as Sky Full Fibre 150 provide sufficient speed for streaming Sky TV in HD, while faster packages offer additional capacity for multiple users and 4K streaming.
Sky recommends a minimum broadband speed of around 25Mbps for HD streaming on Sky Stream or Sky Glass, rising to around 30Mbps or more for Ultra HD viewing or multi-room setups.
All Sky full fibre packages exceed these minimum requirements, although faster plans can provide a more consistent experience in busy households with multiple devices connected at the same time.
Sky regularly offers discounted pricing on TV and broadband bundles for new customers, typically applying for the duration of the minimum contract term.
These offers are usually available to households that have not had Sky TV or Sky Broadband within the previous 12 months, although eligibility requirements can vary depending on the specific promotion.
The comparison table above shows the latest Sky TV and broadband bundles currently available, including introductory pricing and package details.
Customers who only want one service can view standalone options on our Sky TV deals and Sky broadband deals pages.
Sky TV and broadband bundles are typically sold on 24-month minimum contract terms. Customers who cancel before the end of the minimum term may need to pay early termination charges to cover the remaining contract period.
Sky applies annual price increases to most broadband and TV services. In April 2026, Sky increased broadband prices by £3 per month and Sky Cinema by £1 per month. These annual adjustments are usually applied each spring and customers are notified in advance of any pricing changes.
Core Sky TV subscriptions taken with broadband normally follow the same minimum term, but premium add-ons such as Sky Sports, Sky Cinema, TNT Sports, Sky Kids, and Ultra HD are often available on 31-day rolling contracts, allowing customers to add or remove them monthly.
Sky broadband routers and Sky Stream devices are loaned to customers and must be returned when cancelling service. Sky Glass and Sky Glass Air televisions, however, are purchased outright or via an interest-free loan, and remain the customer's property once fully paid off.
If a customer cancels their Sky TV subscription, Sky Glass and Sky Glass Air continue to function as normal televisions, but access to Sky channels and subscription features will end.
Sky TV and broadband bundles typically start from around £35 per month during introductory offers, depending on the broadband speed and TV package selected.
Entry-level bundles usually include Sky Essential TV and a full fibre broadband plan, while higher-tier bundles such as Sky Ultimate TV or faster broadband packages cost more.
Monthly prices include the Sky TV subscription and broadband service. Sky broadband also includes a digital home phone service, although calls are charged separately unless an inclusive call plan is added.
Sky Stream and Sky Glass work over any fixed broadband connection, including providers that use the Openreach or CityFibre networks, as long as speeds are typically at least 25-30Mbps for reliable HD streaming.
Customers can also bundle Sky TV with Sky Broadband, which is available through both the Openreach network nationwide and CityFibre full fibre networks in selected areas.
Bundling TV and broadband allows both services to be managed on one account, although Sky TV does not require Sky broadband to function.
Sky broadband includes a digital home phone service, allowing customers to make and receive calls using their broadband connection rather than a traditional landline.
Calls are charged on a pay-as-you-go basis by default, although customers can add optional call plans such as Talk Evenings & Weekends or Talk Anytime for inclusive calls to UK landlines and mobiles.
This digital voice service replaces older copper landlines as part of the UK's nationwide switch-off of the public switched telephone network.
Sky Entertainment includes Sky's core pay TV channels such as Sky One, Sky Atlantic, Sky Comedy, Sky Nature, and Sky Documentaries, along with additional channels including Comedy Central, National Geographic and Discovery channels.
The package also includes access to on-demand box sets, Sky Originals, and integrated streaming apps such as Netflix and Discovery+, depending on the bundle selected.
Sky Ultimate TV also includes access to HBO Max, which carries new HBO releases and Warner Bros series.
Sky Stream and Sky Glass support a wide range of on-demand and streaming apps, allowing customers to watch live TV, catch-up, and subscription services in one place.
Supported apps include Netflix, Disney+, Paramount+, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4, My5, Spotify, Amazon Music, and many others.
Some apps, including Netflix, Discovery+ Disney+, HBO Max, Hayu and Paramount+ are included with certain Sky TV plans or add-ons, and can be billed directly through the customer's Sky account, allowing subscriptions to be managed in one monthly bill.
Read more about which streaming services are included with Sky.
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