What is the best broadband speed for my home?

Your necessary internet speed depends on your online activities and the number of users in your household. Faster speeds enable quicker file downloads and enhance the streaming quality of your content.

Broadband speeds are typically measured in Mbps, which stands for 'megabits per second' and indicates the amount of data you can download or upload in one second.

Here's a breakdown of recommended speeds:

• 10Mbps (light users): Suitable for households with one or two users engaged in basic online activities like checking news, shopping, or sending emails. Standard ADSL broadband should suffice.
• 30-60Mbps (families): Ideal for households with three or four users. A fibre broadband speed of around 55Mbps ensures smooth internet use. However, if multiple users stream content simultaneously on different devices, consider higher speeds.
• 60-100Mbps (student sharers and streaming households): Recommended for households with more than four users or where simultaneous content streaming is common. Opt for speeds over 60Mbps to prevent buffering and slow downloads. Superfast broadband deals may be worth the extra cost.
• 100Mbps+ (serious gamers): Ultrafast speeds are perfect for serious online gamers and households streaming in 4K. They are also beneficial for remote work with large file downloads or concurrent conference calls.

Does your current provider meet your needs, if not it could be time to switch.