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Guide
Your complete guide to broadband in Ireland
Whether you want super fast internet speeds, cheaper prices or a terrific new TV bundle - our complete guide to broadband has everything you need, including the best broadband deals from Ireland’s top providers.
- Part 1 Broadband in Ireland
- Part 2 Types of broadband connection
- Part 3 Choosing a broadband deal
- Part 4 Switching your broadband
Our expert says
Broadband speeds in Ireland are constantly improving, with more full fibre connections than ever before.
For gamers and streamers, fibre broadband is a fast, flexible option with speeds of up to 2Gbps. This is fast enough for everyone in a large household to download a HD movie at the same time, with no lagging - but don’t fork out for a top-speed plan if you don’t need one.
If you’re in a more rural location, 4G or 5G mobile broadband could be an option, as well as a satellite or fixed wireless connection.
Providers always keep the best discounts for new customers, so it pays to switch when your contract is up. The cheapest deal may not always be the best value, so make sure you’re happy with the connection and the service. When you sign up, you have a 14 day cooling-off period to iron out any issues, when you can cancel without penalty if you need to.
If you watch TV, you can save by bundling your TV and internet together, and many packages now include streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.
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Latest Update
Broadband roundup
Amazon introduces ad-supported streaming from January
28/09/2023: Amazon Prime will introduce ads to their streaming service from January 2024. The first countries affected will be the US, UK, Germany and Canada. France, Italy, Spain, Mexico, and Australia will follow later in the year, while there’s been no confirmed date for Ireland.
Amazon say they won’t hike their prices, but US customers can choose to pay more for an ad-free platform.
The streaming giant is following in the footsteps of Netflix and Disney+, who have introduced similar ad-supported strategies.
Disney+ to hike subscription prices from November
14/08/2023: Disney+ is hiking prices by €2 from November. Monthly plans will increase from €8.99 to €10.99, while annual subscriptions will move from €89.90 to €109.90 per year.
The streaming company said they will also launch an ad-supported subscription plan in November, but only in selected EU countries.
Streaming subscriptions grow by 34% in Ireland
04/08/2023: Streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Paramount and Disney have grown by over a third in Ireland.
The figures, published by Pure Telecom, reveal the average monthly spend on streaming services has risen to €28.26 per month: a 25% jump vs 2021.
Over a quarter of us share our streaming passwords, while on average, we pay for 2.4 services each.
Sky launches Sky Stream in Ireland
17/07/2023: Sky have launched a monthly contract streaming service in Ireland called Sky Stream.
Sky Stream, which starts from €30 or €35 per month, works similarly to Sky Glass, but you don’t need a TV or dish - you can simple plug the dongle or ‘puck’ into an existing TV or or laptop.
The content is also similar to Sky’s other subscription service; Now TV, but with Sky Stream you get live TV, as well a standard Netflix subscription and higher quality graphics.
SIRO reaches 500,000 premises fibre milestone
09/06/2023: SIRO, a joint venture between ESB and Vodafone, continues to grow its full-fibre network across Ireland and has hit a new milestone of 500,000 premises. The SIRO network is now available in 130 towns and cities across the country and aims to reach 700,000 households by 2026.
The full fibre broadband wholesaler now has over twenty providers, such as Vodafone, Sky and Virgin Media, using its network and covering half a million premises across the country.
Virgin Media launches 2Gb fibre in Ireland
02/06/2023: Virgin Media has announced the rollout of 2Gb fibre broadband to over 300,000 premises in Ireland.
Homes and businesses in Tralee, Killarney, and Letterkenny will be the first to benefit from the superfast and reliable connection, along with parts of Dublin, Cork and Louth.
Find out if Virgin Media 2Gb broadband is available where you live.
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How to
With so many things to think about, finding the right broadband can be difficult. Here’s a no fuss ‘How to’ on four main areas: availability, speed, broadband connection and switching providers.
Find the best broadband in your area
To find the best broadband deal, you can check the broadband availability in your area with our broadband checker. If you want to know when fibre broadband might be coming to your area, you can use the online map on gov.ie , eir or Siro.
Use a broadband speed test
Every broadband connection has two speed types. Download speed, to measure things like the streaming speed of music and videos, and upload speed, to measure how fast you can upload data, like sending emails.
- You can test your broadband speed using our broadband speed test.
- Running the test a few times, at different points in the day, will give you a more accurate idea of your speed.
- You should also exit all programs, cancel downloads and turn off devices and appliances.
If you regularly stream movies you may want a minimum download speed of 50Mbps. .
Choose the right TV package
Research we carried out a few years ago showed that an average TV subscriber has 50-100 channels, but will watch the same 16 channels all the time. Before you choose a TV package, consider how many channels you actually watch, and what providers offer access to your favourite shows. Many providers air the same standard channels, but offer premium add-ons like streaming services and Sky cinema and Sky sports for an additional monthly cost.
Switch broadband providers
Before switching providers, you should check there are no cancellation fees with your current contract. Consider what kind of plan you need, as well as what’s available in your area.
To easily switch and save:
- Compare and choose the best broadband deal on Switcher.ie.
- Read the Plan Info to check all the details.
- Complete the online form.
- Receive a call from your new provider; give some more details.
- Give your current provider cancellation notice.
- Agree a date for switching with your new provider.
- Cancel any direct debits with your old provider.
Broadband Deals
Fibre Broadband
eir, Virgin Media and Vodafone offer full fibre broadband which gives speeds of up to 2Gbps.
Cheapest Broadband
Weigh up low prices with all features of the broadband plan. See if it matches your expectations for speed, contract type and service too.
Mobile Broadband
eir, Imagine, Three and Vodafone offer mobile broadband. 5G broadband can reach speeds of 1Gbps.
TV and Broadband
If you’re already paying separately for TV, consider a TV and internet bundle. Some plans now include add ons like Amazon Prime.
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