Sky vs Virgin broadband: which is the better provider?

Sky vs Virgin Media broadband.

Virgin Media

ADSL: No
Fibre: Yes (technically)
Full Fibre: Yes
TV bundles: Yes

Virgin Media has become one of the UK's biggest broadband providers and offers a great selection of fast speeds, top tech and options to bolt on TV packages. However, it still isn't widely available around the country, it can be pricey and its customer service could be better. 

For

• Wide variety of speeds
• TV bundles are available
• High-spec tech

Against

• Customer service isn't great
• Deals can be hit and miss
• Not available everywhere

Sky Broadband

ADSL: Yes
Fibre: Yes
Full Fibre: Yes
TV bundles: Yes

With Sky you can get a wide range of reliable broadband speeds, including ADSL and Full Fibre options. Plus, the company offers a wide selection of Sky TV bundles and add-ons. On top of this, Sky Broadband comes with a high-spec router and there's plenty of other great tech to choose. The downside is Sky can be expensive and customers have been critical of its lack of flexibility with contracts.

For

• Big choice of speeds
• Great TV bundles
• Solid customer service

Against

• Often has setup costs
• Can be expensive
• Not flexible with contracts