Is Plusnet broadband any good?
We have reviews and ratings from 80 verified customers of Plusnet broadband.
We surveyed new customers 60 to 120 days after switching to Plusnet - here's what they told us:
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The switch was extremely easy no need for an engineer call-out. Everything was posted quickly and I was kept up to date with switching and when my broadband would be live. Easy connection and set up. One concern is the intermittent connection problems and buffering when streaming compared to my last provider - I did not have any of these problems.
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For me there was no real benefit of changing other than for free gift as monthly price is the same as my previous provider. Physically bound by ADSL infrastructure, so doesn't change speed of connection.
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The switch over took ages. I had no broadband for 2 days. The signal is awful, far worse than talk talk. It randomly cuts out. I have to use my data on my phone to load webpages. I switched because it was going to cost me a lot extra to renew with talktalk and plusnet had good deals. I should of stayed with talktalk. I can’t believe how bad it is. Can’t connect to it at all from upstairs bathroom and I live in a small house. Gamer son not happy. Want to switch back to talktalk ASAP.
On average, people switching to Plusnet saved around £6.89 per month, and rated their Plusnet broadband 8.6/10.
New customers told us that they waited around less than 2 weeks between ordering and getting set up with Plusnet.
To read more about what customers think of Plusnet's broadband deals, check out our Plusnet reviews page for 77 more reviews and in-depth ratings data.
Everything you need to know about Plusnet
Originally an independent broadband provider based in Sheffield, Plusnet were bought out by BT in 2007. They still run as an independent company and continue to rely on their Yorkshire brand.
Most Plusnet deals tend towards the cheaper end of the market, focusing on value and simple pricing rather than all the bells and whistles.
All home broadband deals come with unlimited usage. Some traffic management may take place on your Plusnet connection – see which providers do this, and how it could affect you, here.
Broadband is available on 12 and 18 month contracts or for more flexibility, on a 30-day rolling contract.
Plusnet is one of the only providers to offer these shorter broadband contracts.
What can you get with Plusnet?
ADSL broadband
Plusnet offers unlimited ADSL broadband at maximum speeds of 17Mbps.
Calls
Yes. Calls packages are available. You can get Line Rental only, which gives you a phone line but no calls bundled in, or you can add Evening and Weekends or Anytime Calls for £5.71 a month or £10.28 a month respectively.
Mobiles
Existing Plusnet SIM Only customers can get a discount if they’re also with Plusnet for home broadband too. See Plusnet 4G SIM Only deals on our sister site SIMOnlyDeals.co.uk.
It is aimed at the value end of the market with cheap data complete with excellent call coverage throughout the UK.
Plusnet uses the EE network so you know you’ll be getting the fastest data speeds.
Fibre broadband
Plusnet offer two FTTC (Fibre To The Cabinet) broadband options: Unlimited Fibre at 36Mbps and Unlimited Fibre Extra at 66Mbps.
In August 2022 Plusnet launched three Full Fibre or FTTP (Fibre To The Premises) products at 74Mbps, 145Mbps and 500Mbps. These deals are available on 24 month contracts and come without a landline.
Why choose Plusnet?
Plusnet has some of the best-value broadband packages with decent cost-benefit ratio. Customer service is well-rated.
Not sure if Plusnet is right for you? Have a look at what else you could get with our best broadband deals and compare before you order.
