Claims this is the fastest broadband offer in the country from any major service provider
Sky Broadband has launched new broadband packages – Full Fibre 2.5 Gigafast+ and Full Fibre 5 Gigafast+ – running on CityFibre’s network, available to about 4.5 million homes across the UK. Sky says this includes hard to reach areas. The packages use Wi-Fi 7 for indoor coverage at speeds up to twice as fast as WiFi 6 systems to support remote working, steaming 4k videos and online gaming.
Sky Broadband claims it offers the UK’s fastest broadband speeds from any major provider with the launch of its new Full Fibre 2.5 Gigafast+ and Full Fibre 5 Gigafast+ packages, giving customers a superior connectivity experience at home.
Sky’s long-term partnership with CityFibre was announced in 2024. It already had a retail agreement in place with BT’s semi-detached wholesale arm, Openreach.
The packages are for sale in Sky’s stores or via its call centres or Sky.com from the 15th July for those within the coverage areas. Prices start at £70 a month for Full Fibre 2.5 Gigafast+ and £80 a month for Full Fibre 5 Gigafast+ with WiFi Max available at no extra cost, apparently worth from £4 a month. Sky Broadband’s packages start at £25 a month for 75Mbps. Sky Broadband says customers get the speeds they’re promised or their money back.
Wi-Fi 7 developments
The Wi-Fi device is described as the “first global WiFi device from Comcast [which owns Sky] and Sky”. It says, “The tri-band Gigafast+ hub optimises internet traffic to avoid congestion between connected devices in the home. Plus, it includes two 10 Gbps ethernet ports (1 x WAN and 1 x LAN) to support a direct connection for faster speeds for heavy streamers and hefty file downloaders.” It is pictured to the right of the SkyTV screen above.
Sophia Ahmad, Chief Consumer Officer at Sky, said, “We’re proud to be setting a new standard in UK broadband. With speeds up to 5 Gbps, our new Full Fibre Gigafast+ packages make Sky the UK’s fastest major broadband provider. Combined with our existing full fibre range, we’re offering more choice than ever before. Powered by cutting-edge WiFi 7 technology, these plans deliver smarter, faster, and more reliable connectivity to homes across the country.”
Greg Mesch, CEO of CityFibre, said, “Sky is making the most of CityFibre’s full fibre network to offer its customers fast and reliable Multi-Gig speeds and an outstanding online experience. This partnership is bringing more choice and better broadband to millions of homes on CityFibre’s nationwide, growing network – vital for how people live today and helping to deliver a healthy, competitive market for the long-term.”
