Introducing Gigafast+

We’re excited to launch our fastest broadband service yet. We’ve partnered with CityFibre to offer Sky’s fastest speeds on the UK’s fastest WiFi technology. This comes with the brand new Gigafast+ hub powered by WiFi 7 technology. 

 

With Gigafast+, speeds are more than 70 times faster than the UK average, offering our fastest Speed Guarantee.  

 

With WiFi 7 devices, you get faster speeds and lower latency. Perfect for gaming and streaming to offer a seamless experience. This makes speeds twice as fast as WiFi 6 technology.

 

Complete your purchase here

 

 

Our New Packages

 

  • Full Fibre 2.5 Gigafast+ (2500Mb/s)
  • Full Fibre 5 Gigafast+ (5000Mb/s)

 

Gigafast+ Hub

The latest hub casing is made from 85% recycled plastic, with a modern design to suit any home.

Image of new Gigafast+ hub which is in the shape of a cylinderImage of new Gigafast+ hub which is in the shape of a cylinder

 

 Image of the back of the Gigafast+ hub with one phone port, three 1Gb Ethernet ports, one 10Gb Ethernet port, one WAN port and one power port.Image of the back of the Gigafast+ hub with one phone port, three 1Gb Ethernet ports, one 10Gb Ethernet port, one WAN port and one power port.

 

All Full Fibre Gigafast+ customers will get our new Sky Gigafast+ Hub

 

The hub comes with a phone adapter for internet calls (VOIP) and an Ethernet cable. You can also connect with the WiFi password or share WiFi details using the QR code in the My Sky app, allowing you to set up your devices real easy.

 

Key Info: 

 

  • The hub is powered by WiFi 7 technology
  • The hub has Tri-band WiFi (2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz)
  • You can manage WiFi settings in the My Sky app.
  • The hub is compatible with Sky Max Pods.
  • Top security: WPA3 one of the highest WiFi security levels, for better protection against cyber threats.

 

WiFi 7 Technology

WiFi 7 is only available on WiFi 7 compatible devices. But don't worry, WiFi 7 is backward compatible. It includes all the features of earlier WiFi standards (WiFi 6, WiFi 5, etc) plus the new WiFi 7 features. You'll get the highest level of WiFi that your device supports. For example, a WiFi 6 device will use the WiFi 6 features instead.

 

 

Sky Max Hub & Gigafast+ Hub Comparisons

 

 

Sky Broadband Hub

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Sky Max Hub

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Gigafast+ Hub

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WiFi Specification WiFi 5 WiFi 6 WiFi 7
Max Ethernet Speeds 1Gbps 1 Gbps Up to 10Gbps
WiFi Bands Dual Band Dual Band Tri-band
Sustainable Design - - 85% recycled casing
Add WiFi Max £4/8 (free upgrade to Max Hub) £4/8 Free

 

Faster Speeds Pricing 

Depending on what Gigafast+ subscription you’re looking to take out, can depend on the monthly subscription cost. 

 

Full Fibre 2.5 Gigafast+ will be from £70, and Fibre 5 Gigafast+ from £80. Prices may change.

 

Please note: WiFi Max is available at no extra cost with Full Fibre 2.5 Gigafast+ and Full Fibre 5 Gigafast+.

 

Interested in purchasing Gigafast+? Check out our website here

 

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