Ireland’s best broadband & TV deals

Why bundle broadband and TV together?

You can make significant savings when you get broadband and TV from the same provider.

Bundling up also means you only have one bill each month, so dealing with one provider for all services is more convenient and less hassle.

Broadband and TV deals typically include:

• Fibre broadband with speeds up to 1Gb
• A choice of popular TV channels to watch at home or on the go
• Add ons such as Sports channels or streaming services like Netflix or Amazon Prime Video
• A TV box with features like 7-day catch up and the ability to pause, rewind, replay and record live TV

Many broadband bundles also come with a home phone plan with offers like free off-peak calls.

Depending on your budget, you can pick a basic standard broadband and TV bundle or spend more on a premium package with extra channels, Sky Sports or Sky Cinema and a dedicated TV box like Apple TV 4K or Sky Q.

How much does a TV and broadband bundle cost?

eir, Sky, Virgin Media and Vodafone all offer combined broadband and TV packages with introductory discounts.

The discounts offered to new customers can provide big savings for the first 6, 12 or 24 months, but the monthly fee can rise considerably thereafter, so always check the tariff price when your discount period ends if you’re not planning to switch to another provider.

Take into account that your agreement may be subject to an annual price adjustment in April of each year.

The best broadband deals are not necessarily the cheapest, so consider the type of broadband bundle and features you need before switching.

Which broadband providers offer sports channels?

Sky, Virgin Media and Vodafone offer sports packages as standard or for an additional charge.

Here’s what’s on offer:

• Sky: Sky Sports can be bought as part of a Sky TV deal or added to any Sky TV plan for an additional monthly charge.
• Virgin Media: Virgin Media Sport is standard for all Virgin Media TV customers. Their main TV plans also include Sky Sports Mix and Sky Sports News. Sky Sports can be added for a monthly fee.
• Vodafone: Sky Sports, BT/Premier Sport Pack, or both can be added to your TV package for an additional charge.

Where can you get Sky Sports?

Sky Sports comes with eight popular sports channels, including live action from the Premier League, major Golf tournaments, Test Cricket, F1 racing, Boxing, NFL, NBA and loads more.

It can be added to all Sky TV packages, Virgin Media and Vodafone TV plans at an additional monthly cost.

To find out more about TV sports in Ireland, visit A guide to TV Sports packages.

Which broadband providers offers movie channels?

All four fibre broadband providers offer several free movie channels plus the option to add Sky Cinema for an extra monthly fee.

• eir: Get Amazon Prime Video free and access to Film 4 and TCM as standard. You can also choose to add Sky Cinema for a monthly charge
• Sky: Sky Cinema has 12 movie channels and a new film premiere daily. Sky has hundreds of movies on demand, and you can also buy and keep movies from the Sky Store.
• Virgin Media: Get access to Virgin Movies and Box Sets as standard. You can also add on Sky Cinema for a monthly fee.
• Vodafone: Watch Film 4 and TCM as standard. You can also choose to add on Sky Cinema for a monthly fee.

What TV boxes are provided?

All broadband providers offer their own TV boxes to navigate their TV services.

• eir provides you with the Apple TV 4K box as standard. You’ll get an eir Remote for Apple TV and 7-day catch-up on select channels, allowing you to restart, replay and record the TV shows and movies you love. Plus, all your TV apps in one place.
• Sky provides a Sky Q box which allows you to pause, rewind and record 500 hours of TV shows, movies and sports (1TB) - and control it all with your voice. You can also access apps like Netflix and Spotify.
• Virgin Media provides a Virgin Media TV 360 Box with pause, rewind and recording with 1TB of memory. It’s 4K and HDR ready, and you can add apps like Netflix, Prime Video and YouTube for easy viewing.
• Vodafone provides a Vodafone TV box, which allows you to restart live TV shows, pause, rewind and record to store up to 300 hours of SD TV. You can also access 7-day catch-up, so you don’t miss a thing. Download the free Vodafone TV Anywhere app to watch TV on your mobile, tablet or laptop.

What additional TV services can you get?

All broadband providers offer additional services to suit different household needs and viewing habits.

You may want to compare these optional extras before choosing your deal.

• Extra TV boxes For watching TV in multiple rooms. You’ll have to pay for extra boxes, and there may be an additional monthly subscription for multiroom viewing.
• UHD channels to supplement HDR channels and content. Some providers offer this as standard, while others may require additional costs.
• Sports add-ons like Sky Sports or Virgin Media Sports. For some providers, Sports channels are standard, but for BT Sports or Sky Sports you’ll pay a monthly subscription.
• Streaming services like Prime Video, Netflix and Apple TV+ that you can download onto your TV box, so all your apps are in one place. Some providers offer free as a welcome perk.
• Online players like RTE Player and Virgin Media Player, to stream through your set-top box. Several providers have this option and there’s no extra charge.
• Sky Cinema add-on For movie buffs to view 12 dedicated film channels, a new premiere daily, and access to 1,000 movies on demand.

What about broadband, TV and phone packages?

If you’re looking for TV and broadband deal but also need a call plan, consider a triple-play deal.

These are often the best-value broadband deals on the market if you want a phone package too. Bundling services together will usually save you money when compared to getting them all from separate providers.

You’ll also find there’s a lot more choice if you sign up for a broadband package that includes a phone plan.

The main providers of broadband, TV and home phone bundles in Ireland are:

• eir
• Sky
• Virgin Media
• Vodafone

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Can you get a TV-only package?

Yes, however, TV-only or standalone deals are only available through Sky. To get a TV plan with eir, Virgin Media or Vodafone, you’ll need to sign up for one of their fibre broadband plans.

Paying separately for your broadband and digital TV plan is usually more expensive than getting broadband and TV with the same provider, so it makes sense to bundle up with one broadband network.

How to compare broadband & TV deals

The best broadband and TV plan for your household is not always the cheapest, so consider these factors before making the switch.

• Price: For most people, price is the most important factor when it comes to choosing a broadband package, but look at both the introductory discount and what you’ll pay once the offer period ends.
• Broadband speed: The speed you get depends on the type of broadband available where you live and the provider you choose.
• TV channels: Decide what content and channels you would like and whether or not you want any extras, like sports channels or Sky Cinema.
• Contract length: Most broadband and TV packages have 12-18 month contracts. Check this before you sign up and how much you’ll pay after your discount period ends.
• Installation costs: Don’t forget to check any set-up or installation costs. Some providers offer free installation, but others may charge an upfront fee.