Plusnet Broadband
Budget-friendly full fibre from £22.99/month on the Openreach network. No TV bundles, no frills just reliable internet with one of the UK's best customer service records.
Plusnet broadband deals
| Plan | Avg speed | Contract | Upfront | Monthly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Fibre 74 | 74Mbps | 24mo | £0.00 | £22.99 | See deal |
| Full Fibre 145Popular | 145Mbps | 24mo | £0.00 | £24.99 | See deal |
| Full Fibre 300 | 300Mbps | 24mo | £0.00 | £27.99 | See deal |
| Full Fibre 74 12M | 74Mbps | 12mo | £0.00 | £28.99 | See deal |
| Full Fibre 500 | 500Mbps | 24mo | £0.00 | £29.99 | See deal |
| Full Fibre 900 | 900Mbps | 24mo | £0.00 | £31.99 | See deal |
| Full Fibre 145 12M | 145Mbps | 12mo | £0.00 | £31.99 | See deal |
| Full Fibre 300 12M | 300Mbps | 12mo | £0.00 | £31.99 | See deal |
| Full Fibre 500 12M | 500Mbps | 12mo | £0.00 | £33.99 | See deal |
| Full Fibre 900 12M | 900Mbps | 12mo | £0.00 | £3599.00 | See deal |
Plusnet broadband contracts increase by £4/month each March, including mid-contract. Below is an example for a £22.99/month plan (their cheapest current deal):
This applies whether you're in or out of contract — always factor the Year 2 price into your comparison.
Plusnet — pros & cons
Households that want straightforward, affordable broadband without TV add-ons or premium extras, comfortable on a 24-month contract.
Pros
- 💰Competitive introductory pricing regularly among the cheapest major providers
- 🏆Lowest complaint levels of all major ISPs (12 per 100k, vs 16 industry average)
- 📶Full fibre speeds up to 900Mb on Openreach FTTP network
- ✂️Simple, easy-to-understand product range no confusing bundles
- 🆓Free installation on most plans; no activation fee
- 📦Reward cards on selected deals (up to £100)
Cons
- 📈£4/month annual price rise applies every April, even mid-contract - One of the highest
- 📡Hub Two router is a BT rebrand lacks WiFi 6 and mesh capability
- 📺No TV bundles go elsewhere if you want TV bundles
- 📱Mobile closed to new customers
Common questions about Plusnet
Is Plusnet part of BT?+
Yes. Plusnet has been a fully owned subsidiary of BT Group since 2006. It uses the same Openreach infrastructure as BT and EE broadband but operates as a separate brand.
Does Plusnet do TV packages?+
No. Plusnet discontinued its TV service several years ago. There are currently no TV bundles available from Plusnet.
How much does Plusnet cost per month?+
Introductory prices start from around £26.99/month. However, prices increase by £4/month every 31st March so a £26.99/month plan becomes £30.99 in Year 2 and £33.99 in Year 3.
What router does Plusnet provide?+
Plusnet supplies the Hub Two, essentially BT's Smart Hub 2 under a different name. It uses WiFi 5 and does not support mesh networking.
What speeds does Plusnet offer in my area?+
Available speeds depend on your postcode. In most UK postcodes you can access FTTC up to 66Mb. Where Openreach FTTP has been built, speeds from 74Mb up to 900Mb are available.
Complaints per 100,000 customers
How often customers escalate complaints to Ofcom — lower is better.
Source: Ofcom quarterly telecoms complaints data.
Plusnet coverage areas
Nationwide where Openreach has built its network.
Plusnet reviews
Genuine ratings from Plusnet customers. Every review is checked before it appears.