There are broadband packages to suit everyone, whether you want broadband on the move, live in a busy household, are from a rural area with no access to fibre, or you just can’t live without your home phone and TV package.
How do I compare broadband packages?
Try to answer these questions to help you find the right broadband bundle:
- What is the minimum contract period?
- What extra services do you want? Phone, TV or both?
- What broadband speed do you need?
- What is the total monthly cost?
- What download limit would suit you depending on your internet usage?
- Are there any hidden charges or fees for exceeding your download limit?
What is the cheapest broadband package?
| Provider | Plan Name | Year 1 Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Vodafone | Vodafone TV & Simply Broadband + Home Essentials | €630 |
| Virgin Media | Virgin Mix 250 | €648 |
| Sky | Sky Entertainment + Fibre Unlimited & Talk Freetime | €810 |
| eir | eir TV Plus & Broadband plus Off-Peak | €780 |
The main providers of Irish broadband, TV & home phone packages are eir, Sky, Virgin Media and Vodafone.
*Year 1 costs include any installation fees.
What is the cheapest broadband and phone package?
The main providers of broadband & phone packages are eir, Digiweb, Magnet, Pure Telecom, Sky, Virgin Media & Vodafone with the cheapest broadband & phone deal from Vodafone.
| Provider | Plan Name | Year 1 Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Vodafone | Simply Broadband + Home Essentials | €420 |
| Pure Telecom | Bill Save | €420 |
| eir | Broadband & Off-Peak Calls + eir sport | €600 |
| Sky | Sky Fibre Unlimited & Talk Freetime | €446 |
| Digiweb | Digiweb Fibre Broadband Home with Talk Off-Peak | €492.40 |
What’s the best TV & broadband package?
If you want to get a TV and broadband package, there are 4 main providers - eir, Sky, Virgin Media & Vodafone.
The Vodafone TV & Simply Broadband + Home Essentials plan from Vodafone is the cheapest broadband & TV package on the market at the moment.
Can I switch broadband packages?
Yes, switching home broadband deals is quick and easy - and you could save hundreds by moving to the cheapest home broadband package.
Remember all broadband providers charge an early termination fee if you cancel during your contract’s minimum term. Some also require you to give 30 days’ notice to cancel, so you’ll need to do this to ensure you’re not billed for the product after you’ve switched.