Last checked: 1 October 2026
Sky Superfast is still available — but it is part fibre, not Full Fibre
Sky currently lists two part-fibre packages: Superfast 35 with average downloads of 35Mbps and Superfast with average downloads of 67Mbps.
Enter your postcode to compare Superfast and Full Fibre availability, live prices and the guaranteed minimum speed for your property.
Sky Superfast Broadband: the short review
Sky Superfast is an established entry-level broadband service delivered over the Openreach network. It is widely available and fast enough for many ordinary households.
The important correction to older descriptions is that Superfast is not the same as Full Fibre. Both Superfast tiers use part-fibre technology. Fibre reaches local network equipment, but the final section to the home uses copper.
Pros
- Available to far more homes than Sky's fastest services
- Enough speed for normal browsing and streaming
- Unlimited broadband usage
- Sky Speed Guarantee included
- Optional WiFi Max coverage features
- Can be combined with Sky TV
- One Touch Switch simplifies changing provider
Cons
- Not a full-fibre connection
- Speed depends partly on copper-line conditions and distance
- 35Mbps may feel restrictive in a busy household
- Full Fibre can cost a similar amount during promotions
- Current contracts normally last 24 months
- Prices may change during the minimum term
- Sky equipment must normally be returned when the service ends
Sky Superfast 35 vs Sky Superfast
| Feature | Superfast 35 | Superfast |
|---|---|---|
| Average download | 35Mbps | 67Mbps |
| Average upload | 9Mbps | 16Mbps |
| Technology | Part fibre: FTTC or SoGEA | Part fibre: FTTC or SoGEA |
| Typical household | One or two light-to-average users | Average family or several regular users |
| Current term | Normally 24 months | Normally 24 months |
| Our view | Choose only when meaningfully cheaper | Stronger of the two part-fibre options |
Sky's live selling price is postcode and promotion dependent. The public broadband page does not always expose one dependable national Superfast price until an address is checked, so this guide does not pretend that one temporary figure applies to everyone.
How Sky Superfast broadband works
Sky describes Superfast 35 and Superfast as part-fibre products using FTTC or SoGEA technology.
Fibre to the cabinet
Fibre-optic cable carries the connection to equipment in the local area. That part of the journey supports high network capacity.
Copper to the home
The final connection uses the existing copper line. Performance can fall with distance, wiring quality and line conditions.
SoGEA provides a broadband connection without requiring a traditional analogue phone service. Where Sky Talk is supplied over an internet-based calling service, calls rely on working broadband and electricity.
Is Sky Superfast fast enough?
| Activity | Superfast 35 | Superfast 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Browsing and email | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| HD streaming | Several streams possible | More capacity for simultaneous streams |
| 4K streaming | Possible, but leaves less spare capacity | Better suited to 4K plus other activity |
| Video calls | Suitable for ordinary use | Better for several simultaneous calls |
| Online gaming | Enough bandwidth for gameplay | Enough bandwidth with more household headroom |
| Large downloads | Can feel slow | Faster, but well behind Full Fibre tiers |
A 35Mbps connection can support a smaller household, but its limitations become obvious when a large download competes with television streaming and video calls. The 67Mbps package provides almost twice the download speed and a higher upload rate.
Neither package is designed for households regularly moving enormous files or running many demanding devices simultaneously.
Sky Superfast vs Sky Full Fibre
| Feature | Sky Superfast | Sky Full Fibre |
|---|---|---|
| Final connection | Copper | Fibre |
| Current speed range | 35 or 67Mbps average downloads | 75Mbps to multi-gigabit, depending on availability |
| Distance sensitivity | Greater | Lower |
| Installation | May use an existing compatible line | May require an Openreach fibre installation |
| Best for | Homes without Full Fibre or with a strong low-price offer | Most households where available at a similar price |
Sky currently offers Full Fibre tiers including 75, 100, 150, 300, 500 and 900Mbps, with 2.5Gbps and 5Gbps products in a more limited footprint.
That does not make Superfast obsolete. It remains relevant because part-fibre coverage is broader and many households do not yet have an FTTP option. But customers with both technologies should compare the complete deal rather than assuming the older service must be cheaper.
Sky's postcode checker will show whether your property receives Superfast, Full Fibre or both.
Sky Hub, Wi-Fi and WiFi Max
Sky supplies compatible equipment with its broadband service. The exact hub can depend on the package and order route. Equipment is loaned rather than permanently transferred to the customer and must normally be returned when the subscription ends.
Wi-Fi performance is separate from the speed reaching the hub. Thick walls, distance, interference, property layout and the receiving device can all reduce wireless throughput.
Sky WiFi Max is an optional add-on offering enhanced security, parental controls, device prioritisation and a whole-home guarantee. Sky can provide up to three Max Pods through the qualifying support process.
For Superfast 35 and Superfast, the current WiFi Max guarantee uses a 10Mbps minimum in qualifying rooms. External spaces and buildings such as gardens, sheds and garden offices are excluded.
Sky Speed Guarantee
Sky provides a Guaranteed Minimum Download Speed for the connection reaching the Sky Hub. The personalised figure is shown when the package is ordered.
If the speed to the hub remains below that minimum for at least three consecutive days within a 30-day period, Sky's published process can allow the customer to upgrade without an upfront charge or leave qualifying broadband and Talk contracts without early termination charges when Sky confirms the issue cannot be resolved.
This is not a promise that every wireless device will receive 35Mbps or 67Mbps in every room.
Is Sky Superfast good for gaming?
Yes for normal online gameplay. Games usually require modest bandwidth once a match is running. Latency, packet loss, stability and local Wi-Fi quality matter more than an extreme headline speed.
The limitation appears during large downloads and updates. A modern game can exceed 100GB, so a 35Mbps connection can take many hours under ideal conditions. The 67Mbps tier is better, while Full Fibre reduces the wait further.
Is Sky Superfast good for working from home?
Both packages can support email, web applications and ordinary video calls. Superfast 67 is more comfortable when two people work remotely or other household members stream at the same time.
People uploading large video projects, running frequent cloud backups or depending on maximum resilience should compare Full Fibre services and mobile-backup options.
Contract length, setup costs and price changes
Sky's current consumer broadband terms use separate 24-month minimum terms for broadband and related add-ons.
Sky states that prices may change during the minimum term. Its public broadband terms also say that the post-minimum-term monthly price becomes the amount paid immediately before the minimum term ends plus £5.
A £9.95 router-delivery charge and £10 activation fee may be required, while non-standard installation can cost more. Some promotions remove upfront charges, so check the final order rather than relying on a general figure.
Who should choose Sky Superfast?
Superfast makes sense when...
- Full Fibre is unavailable
- The live offer is meaningfully cheaper
- The household has light or average usage
- You want Sky broadband alongside Sky TV
- You are satisfied with 35–67Mbps
Full Fibre is probably better when...
- It costs the same or only slightly more
- Several people use the connection heavily
- Large downloads are frequent
- You want a more future-proof connection
- You need faster upload performance
Read our complete Sky Broadband Review for the provider-wide assessment. You can also compare Sky TV and Broadband Deals or see our guide to Sky deals for existing customers.
Sky Superfast Broadband 2026: verdict
A useful widely available service, but no longer the automatic starting point
Sky Superfast remains relevant because it reaches properties that do not yet have Full Fibre. The 67Mbps package is capable of supporting an ordinary family, while Superfast 35 suits smaller or lighter-use homes.
The main issue is value. Sky's newer Full Fibre 75 and 100 tiers can appear at competitive promotional prices and use a better underlying technology. If Full Fibre reaches your address, compare it directly before choosing Superfast.
Our verdict: take Superfast when Full Fibre is unavailable or the part-fibre offer is clearly cheaper. Otherwise, Full Fibre 75 or 100 will normally provide the better long-term connection.
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What is Sky Superfast Broadband?
Sky Superfast is part-fibre broadband delivered using FTTC or SoGEA technology. Sky currently lists average download speeds of 35Mbps or 67Mbps, depending on the package available.
Is Sky Superfast Full Fibre?
No. Fibre reaches local network equipment, but the final section to the property uses copper. Sky Full Fibre products use fibre all the way to the premises.
How fast is Sky Superfast 35?
Sky currently advertises an average download speed of 35Mbps and average upload speed of 9Mbps.
How fast is Sky Superfast?
The faster Superfast package currently advertises average downloads of 67Mbps and uploads of 16Mbps.
Is Sky Superfast unlimited?
Sky's standard home broadband packages provide unlimited usage, subject to its normal acceptable-use conditions.
Is 35Mbps enough for a family?
It can be enough for a small or light-use household, but several simultaneous 4K streams, downloads and video calls can make the connection feel constrained.
Is 67Mbps enough for gaming?
Yes. Online gameplay needs much less than 67Mbps. A faster Full Fibre package mainly helps with large game downloads, updates and simultaneous household use.
Does Sky Superfast include a landline?
Sky's broadband terms include line rental and Sky Pay As You Talk at £0 per month. The voice service may be internet-based rather than a traditional analogue line.
How long is the Sky Superfast contract?
Sky currently uses a 24-month minimum term for its consumer broadband products. Confirm the term shown in your personalised order.
Can Sky increase the price during the contract?
Sky states that prices may change during minimum terms. Check the contractual notice and cancellation rights that apply to any price change.
What happens after the minimum term?
Sky's current public terms say the monthly price after the 24-month minimum term becomes the amount paid immediately before the term ends plus £5.
Does Sky guarantee my Wi-Fi speed?
The standard Speed Guarantee applies to the connection reaching the Hub. WiFi Max has a separate qualifying whole-home guarantee using a 10Mbps threshold for Superfast packages.
Should I choose Superfast or Full Fibre 75?
When both are available at a similar price, Full Fibre 75 is normally the stronger choice because fibre reaches the property. Superfast remains useful where FTTP is unavailable or much more expensive.
How Switchking reviewed Sky Superfast
This guide uses Sky's current broadband product information, technology explanations, speed guarantees, WiFi Max terms and public contract conditions. It does not claim controlled testing of every Sky line or home Wi-Fi environment.
