Sky Glass Air Review

Sky Glass Air offers a 4K Ultra HD smart TV experience in a slimmed down design, and less than half the price of Sky Glass.

Glass Air ditches the integrated soundbar of the bulkier Glass set for a lighter, wall-mountable, design, yet, retains the same Sky OS and voice-control remote.

Starting at just £6 per month, Sky Glass Air offers an accessible way to access an up-to-date smart TV within Sky's ecosystem.

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At a glance

What is Sky Glass Air?

Sky first released details of the new Glass Air TV in February 2025, at the time, suggesting it would offer "smarter TV for less".

When it eventually launched in June 2025, Glass Air has been priced less than half of the standard Glass, starting at just £6 per month on a 48-month term, or £309 outright.

Despite being less than half the price, Sky Glass Air still boasts a 4K Ultra HD Quantum Dot display with HDR support and over 1 billion colours.

The proprietary Sky OS remains the same, as does the voice-controlled Sky remote.

Where it does differ most notably is sound, as well as the exterior chassis being made of recycled plastic instead of the sleek anodised aluminium found on the Sky Glass.

Sky Glass Air loses the soundbar of the Glass entirely and instead houses two 15W left and right stereo speakers with support for Dolby Audio. This also reduces the weight of the set from 9.7kg to just 6.3kg (for the 43" model without a stand), making it more suitable for mounting on a wall.

Despite these physical changes to the set however, Sky Glass Air offers access to the same Sky TV plans, including options for both Essential TV and Ultimate TV, as well as premium channel packs and Ultra HD add-ons.

App support is also the same, with 27 free-to-air and subscription apps available, including Apple TV+, Paramount+, Discovery+, Disney+, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hayu, BBC iPlayer, and more.

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Sky Glass Air pricing

As mentioned, Sky Glass Air is less than half the cost of Sky Glass, and starts at just £6 per month over an interest-free 48-month repayment plan, or £309 upfront.

Both 48 and 24-month repayment options are interest free, but do carry a £20 upfront fee across all set sizes.

All payment options come with a two-year warranty and free delivery. Customers do get a 31-day cooling-off period, but returning the set has a £25 charge.

In comparison, Sky Glass (gen 2) pricing starts at £14 per month over a 48-month term, and costs £699 for the 43" set.

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Sky Glass Air with Sky TV

Sky Glass Air can only be purchased with a Sky TV subscription, which can be tailored with custom options when signing up.

Although Sky claims Glass Air can function like a regular TV without an active Sky TV subscription, users will miss out on premium live and on-demand content.

Additionally, there's a new Sky Essential TV plan available, which can be bundled with Glass Air, offering access to Sky Atlantic, Netflix, and Discovery+ for just £15 per month.

Here's a breakdown of the current prices for new customers purchasing Sky Glass Air with Sky TV:

The slightly more expensive Sky Ultimate TV plan includes over 140 channels, including 42 additional premium channels from Sky Entertainment, Comedy Central, Discovery and National Geographic, among others.

The price of adding Sky Sports, Sky Cinema, Sky Kids, and TNT Sports, remains the same across both Essential and Ultimate TV plans. As does the price of the UHD and ad-skipping packs, as well as access to on-demand apps, like Netflix and Disney+.

Sky Glass Air + broadband

Of course, as well as bundling Sky Glass Air with Sky TV, customers can also add Sky broadband to their plan with exclusive discounts reducing the price to just £17 per month.

Sky Full Fibre 150 broadband is reduced to £17 per month with Sky Glass Air and Sky TV from £27 per month when taken on its own.

Faster plans also offer similar savings, with Sky Full Fibre 500 reduced from £31 to £22 per month when bundled with TV.

Read more in our main Sky broadband review.

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How does Sky Glass Air work?

Sky Glass Air is a dedicated smart TV with a built-in Sky box and stereo speakers.

Unlike a set-top box which is often loaned to the customer, Sky Glass Air is purchased outright by the customer, either in one upfront payment or by spreading the cost over 24 or 48 months with a 0% loan.

However, despite this, Sky Glass Air (and Sky Glass) are somewhat reliant on a Sky TV subscription, and the TV sets can only be purchased with an active subscription too.

It is possible to cancel Sky TV, but then the Glass Air set will have its features limited to:

• On-demand and catch-up apps
• Use of external devices, like consoles, connected via the HDMI port
• Freeview via a TV aerial input, but only when the WiFi connection to the Internet is turned off

It's this last point which has caused some frustration among customers as they have to toggle the WiFi on and off to switch between live Freeview and on-demand apps.

One workaround is to use an external Freeview box connected via HDMI. However, many will feel this somewhat limits Sky Glass Air to be used with an active Sky subscription, so that is worth bearing in mind.

With an active Sky subscription Freeview is available over the broadband, so customers no longer need a satellite dish or a TV aerial, which extends its use to many people living in flats and apartment blocks, as well as in conservation areas.

The broadband does need to be fast enough to deliver Sky TV over the Internet though, and Sky recommend users have a minimum download speed of 25Mbps available to them, or at least 30Mbps to watch Ultra HD content or when using multiroom.

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Sky Glass Air Specifications

Sky Glass Air's technical specifications cover:

Following in the footsteps of Sky Glass and its title of the "first ever TV to be certified carbon-neutral", Sky has focused on using recycled plastic to reduce the weight and cost of the Sky Glass Air.

Sky say Glass Air is made entirely from post-consumer recycled plastics and the packaging is 100% recycled too, with no single-use plastic.

Sizes

Like Glass, Glass Air is available in three sizes to suit most households and rooms sizes, covering:

• 43 inches
• 55 inches
• 65 inches

While these sizes cover the main bases, households with smaller bedrooms can look to multiroom to add a Stream Puck to any HDMI-supported TV for additional viewing on a smaller set.

Colours

Sky Glass Air is available in three colourways:

• Carbon Grey (a dark grey, nearly black colour)
• Cotton White (a light, off-white, colour)
• Sea Green (a muted dusky olive green)

It's worth noting however, that as Sky Glass Air has a much slimmer bevel compared to Sky Glass the amount of 'colour' visible from a front-on view is minimal. The stand is also colour-coordinated however.

Energy efficiency

Sky is committed to reaching net zero by 2030, which includes the environmental impact of its devices like Sky Glass, which, as mentioned, was the "first ever TV to be certified carbon-neutral".

While the energy efficiency ratings of Sky Glass Air aren't great, they have made improvements over the first-generation Sky Glass.

The device also uses less than one watt of power in Standby mode, rated at just 0.5W across all set sizes.

HDR viewing uses significantly more power than SDR, so that's worth bearing in mind for the energy conscious.

Sky also say Sky Glass and Sky Glass Air save power compared to using separate TV, soundbar, and set-top box devices, like Sky Q, and while Sky Glass Air only has stereo speakers built-in, making do with this, at least on a day-to-day basis, will of course also help to reduce power consumption.

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Verdict: Is Sky Glass Air any good?

Sky Glass Air is an impressive and affordable alternative to the established Sky Glass set. It offers a sleek, smart TV experience without the need for a traditional satellite dish, aerial, or set-top box.

Its minimalist design, smart functionality, and intuitive Sky OS make it a great choice for those seeking convenience as well as flexibility.

What we like most:

• Affordable & flexible: Sky Glass Air offers a more budget-friendly entry into Sky's smart TV ecosystem, with customisable TV plans to suit different needs from Sky Essential TV, to rolling 31-day plans on premium content
• All-in-One streaming: Built-in apps like Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, and Sky content mean you don't need to switch between devices or input sources to access all your favourite shows.
• 4K Quantum Dot display: The TV delivers vibrant, sharp visuals, making it ideal for anyone who wants a quality viewing experience without going overboard on price.
• Sleek design: Slim and modern, it blends well into almost any living room setup, whether mounted on a wall or on a stand.

Considerations against:

• Sound quality: While the built-in speakers are decent for regular viewing, they don't match the immersive sound quality of the original Sky Glass, which has a built-in soundbar with seven speakers. For audiophiles, an external sound system might be necessary.
• Reliance on Sky TV: While it's still possible to access apps, external devices and Freeview through an aerial without a Sky TV subscription, it becomes fiddly to do so, having to turn options on and off and may feel restrictive especially considering customers buy the set outright.
• Plastic chassis: The move from aluminium to plastic no doubt shaves weight as well as cost, but some may find the look less appealing.

Who is it best for?

• Sky Glass Air is best for those who want a simple, smart TV with access to Sky content without the need for a satellite dish or complex setups. It's perfect for small to medium-sized rooms or those on a budget but still seeking great 4K visuals and streaming apps.
• A solid choice for people looking to upgrade to a smart TV without breaking the bank, particularly if you already enjoy Sky TV or streaming services.

Final Verdict:

Sky Glass Air strikes a great balance between performance and affordability. It's a perfect choice for anyone who wants a compact, efficient TV with access to Sky content and streaming services, but it may not satisfy those looking for the full Sky experience with high-end surround sound audio missing.

Overall, for cost-conscious viewers who want a great all-in-one streaming TV with the flexibility of Sky TV plans, Sky Glass Air delivers an impressive solution.