Compare broadband in Wicklow

Broadband providers in Wicklow

Six main broadband providers operate in Wicklow. They include Digiweb, eir, Pure Telecom, Sky, Virgin Media and Vodafone.

There are also smaller providers that focus on connecting rural areas. Some of Ireland’s rural broadband providers include:

• Imagine
• Magnet
• Regional Broadband
• Rural Broadband
• Rural WiFi

The choice of broadband providers available to you will depend on where you live. Use our eircode checker to discover what’s on offer near you.

What broadband can you get in Wicklow?

The type of broadband available to you will depend on where you live in Wicklow. Use our eircode broadband checker to find out.

Here are some of the main types of connections:

• ADSL broadband uses a phone line to provide an internet connection of up to 24Mbps.
• Fibre broadband uses fibre-optic cables and full fibre connections offer speeds of up to 2,000Mbps. Part fibre broadband offers speeds up to 100Mbps.
• Mobile broadband connects through your 4G or 5G mobile network.
• Satellite broadband uses satellite technology via a satellite dish and can connect any home. It provides a good option for rural homes in Ireland.

If you do live in a rural part of Ireland, here are your rural broadband options explained.

What is the fastest broadband in Wicklow?

Fibre broadband is the fastest broadband and it’s available in parts of Wicklow.

The SIRO and Virgin Media networks are both operating in Arklow, Blessington, Bray, Greystones and Wicklow so speeds of up to 2Gb are available in these towns.

Providers also offer full fibre plans with speeds of up to 1Gb in other areas. If you can’t get a full fibre plan where you live, part fibre deals offer speeds of up to 100Mbps.

You can read more about SIRO, which providers are on the network and how it works in our guide, Should you choose SIRO broadband?

How to compare broadband deals in Wicklow

Before comparing broadband plans, it’s a good idea to work out what features you need. Here are some things to consider:

• What broadband speed do you need? If you don’t know, our guide, Broadband speeds in Ireland covers average speeds and the speed needed for different activities.
• What type of connection do you want? Your location may limit your options, and the type will also affect the maximum speed you can get.
• What type of broadband package do you want? You can choose from a broadband-only plan or bundle TV with it.
• What is your budget? It’s good to know what you can afford for one or more services and try and find a plan within your budget. Check for the follow on price after any discounted period.
• What contract length do you want? You’ll pay more for a short term rolling contract but have no ties. Most plans are 12 or 18 months long and include a discount period.

Choosing the best broadband deal

Once you’ve worked out exactly what you need your plan to include, you can easily compare packages using our comparisons.

The right plan for you will be the one that ticks all your boxes at the lowest price. Here’s how to switch broadband providers without a hitch.

If you do choose a plan that ends up not suiting you, you have a 14 day cooling off period to change your mind without penalty.

Our broadband consumer rights guide explains everything you need to know on this and more.