2GB Broadband deals

Which providers offer 2gb broadband?

If you’re looking for broadband with lightning fast speeds of up to 2 Gbps, or potentially even more, there’s a lot of choice.

It all depends on where you live, though. Some providers only operate in certain parts of the UK and others aren’t yet able to offer 2 Gbps broadband. Use our postcode checker to find the best broadband deals in your area.

The following providers from our panel already have 2 Gbps broadband deals available:

• BeFibre - Its BE2300 deal offers 2.3Gbps broadband speed on a 12-month contract with no mid-contract price hikes.
• Brsk - Enjoy 2 Gbps broadband with its BetterNet2000 option. It has a fixed price for the contract length
• Community Fibre - It has 2 Gbps and 5Gbps broadband options available, with no set-up fees and a router included
• Connect Fibre - Select its Fibre2000 option and choose add-ons including Connect Mesh, which will give you consistent Wi-Fi throughout your whole home
• Lightspeed - Its 2 Gbps broadband deal has a contract length of 24 months and a £30 activation fee
• Sky - Choose its Full Fibre Gigafast+ option for broadband speeds of up to a whopping 5Gbps. You’ll receive a Gigafast+ hub which uses Wi-Fi 7 technology
• Trooli - Select the PRO broadband package for speeds up to 2 Gbps with free installation and a router included
• Virgin Media - Its Gig2 broadband has a Wi-Fi guarantee that promises at least 30 Mbps in each room of your home
• Vodafone - Enjoy its fastest broadband speed of 2.2 Gbps and if you want to switch to Vodafone from your existing contract, it will cover up to £200 of exit fees
• YouFibre - It has You 2000 (actual average speed of 1,800 Mbps) and You 7,000 options. There are no mid-contract price increases and a WiFi 7 hub is included
• Zen - Try the Full Fibre 2000 option from the Which? Recommended Provider
• ZZoomm - Opt for its 2300 Full Fibre deal which includes free installation and a Wi-Fi 7 hub

These top internet speeds are only available via full fibre broadband. This means that an engineer will need to come to your home and set it up, if you aren’t already connected to your selected network.

Is 2gb broadband worth it?

Although providers advertise 2 Gbps internet speeds, this is based on one device connected to your router via an ethernet cable (this goes for all advertised internet speeds). In reality, the speeds reached in your home will be a lot lower. That’s because you’ll likely be using multiple devices simultaneously operating over Wi-Fi, rather than plugged in. But it should still be more than fast enough for very high internet use households.

If you’re mainly browsing, streaming and gaming, you probably don’t need to upgrade to 2 Gbps, especially if you live by yourself or you’re in a small household. Remember you’re not going to get anywhere close to needing that type of speed for everyday internet use.

You’re only likely to need 2 Gbps broadband if you’re in a larger household where family members are regularly gaming online, streaming Ultra HD films or if you run a business from home.

Broadband speed required	Activities and size of household
20 - 50 Mbps	Small families and individuals that use the internet for browsing and streaming in HD
50 - 150 Mbps	Couples and individuals who regularly use social media and stream films and TV shows, as well video calling and casual gaming
150 - 500 Mbps	Smaller households that regularly use the internet for online gaming, uploading large files and streaming in Ultra HD. Or larger families that browse, stream and game
500 Mbps - 2 Gbps+	Larger households that regularly use the internet for things like cloud gaming, watching films in 4K or 8K, running a business and live streaming on sites like YouTube

How fast and reliable is 2GB broadband?

According to the latest published data from Ofcom, the average maximum download speed in the UK is 223 Mbps, which means that 2 Gbps broadband would offer a huge step up.

This results in a very reliable connection that should be able to support heavy internet use by your household. It’s also a great option if you run your business from home and need to be certain that your internet connection won’t drop or if you’re a content creator who regularly live streams to your followers and subscribers.

2 Gbps broadband is currently only available for certain UK postcodes. But providers are always increasing their infrastructure, so even if you can’t get 2 Gbps speeds now, you might be able to soon.

Bear in mind that certain providers only serve particular areas and regions of the country. For example, Community Fibre is primarily available in London, Surrey and Sussex.

How much does 2gb broadband cost?

If you’re set on getting 2 Gbps broadband, be prepared to pay more than you would for a package with a slower speed, like 500 Mbps or 1,000 Mbps.

Keep an eye out for special offers and discounts that could help you get the blazing fast broadband you want at a more affordable price.

You’ll also want to look out for:

• Set-up and installation fees - You could be charged for the installation of full fibre broadband cables to your home, for example
• Mid-contract price hikes - Some providers increase the monthly cost of your broadband each year
• Cost of your router - Watch out for fees to cover the cost of the router and delivery

If you look at the total cost of your contract, you’ll be able to see exactly how much you’ll have to pay over the entire contract, including any of the above fees and charges.

Also, if you’re adding extras to your 2 Gbps broadband deal, like TV channels, streaming services and a landline, it will even be more expensive. Think about what are must-haves and what are just nice-to-haves.

How to find the cheapest 2gb broadband available

To find the cheapest 2 Gbps broadband available for your home, all you need to do is compare your options.

Simply:

• Enter your postcode and select your current broadband provider
• Use the filter to view broadband deals with 2,000 Mbps+ speed, if it’s available for you
• You can also filter by things like contract length and connection type, as well as deals that come with TV channels or a landline
• Click ‘Get deal’ when you have chosen the right 2 Gbps broadband package for you

Make sure you look at the monthly and full contract costs to get a full picture of how much you’ll need to budget. You can also view any mid-contract price rises.

How to find the best 2gb broadband in the UK

The best 2 Gbps broadband deal for you will be the one that offers everything you need, not just the lowest price.

Make sure you look at the following when you compare 2 Gbps broadband deals:

• Contract length - Consider how long you want to be locked in for. Exit fees can be really expensive, so it’s important you’re happy with your deal
• Package deals - If you want a landline or TV package included on your 2 Gbps broadband deal, it can be cheaper to bundle them together
• Free gifts - You might have the option of cashback, a gift card or vouchers with certain broadband deals. Just make sure you’re still getting the broadband package you need
• Customer reviews - Use sites like TrustPilot to find what previous and current customers are saying about the providers you’re thinking of choosing

What are the advantages of 2gb broadband?

Apart from the obvious super speedy internet, your 2 Gbps broadband will also:

• Be more reliable, so you won’t have to worry about buffering during an important video call
• Support a number of devices in your home simultaneously
• Help future-proof your connection. Installing full fibre to your home for your 2 Gbps broadband means that you’ll be able to increase your internet speed as technology advances
• Allow members of the household to use the internet for online activities that use up a lot of bandwidth at the same time, like cloud gaming or streaming in Ultra HD

How many devices can 2 gig internet support?

Internet speeds of 2 Gbps can support up to 200 devices in your home according to broadband provider, trooli.

Although this might seem excessive, there are a lot of devices that connect to the internet you might forget about. Basically, any device that has the word “Smart” in front, including:

• TVs
• Speakers
• Thermostats
• Security systems
• Lighting
• Fridges, washing machines and dishwashers (even kettles)
• Phones
• Laptops
• Tablets
• Watches

1gb vs 2gb broadband comparison and connectivity differences

It can be difficult to decide whether or not to take the plunge and upgrade your internet speed, so here’s what you need to know:

	1 Gbps broadband	2 Gbps broadband
Availability	86% of UK homes can get gigabit-capable broadband, according to Ofcom	Not as readily available. New infrastructure needs to be completed by providers to connect more homes to their networks. This means that you might be able to access top speeds at your address yet
Price	Usually more affordable while still delivering high speed internet to your home	Broadband with speeds of 2 Gbps and higher will be more expensive because it’s top of the range
Connection type	The majority of broadband providers use a full fibre connection type. Virgin Media utilises a hybrid-fibre coaxial connection	Full fibre broadband is used to deliver the internet at higher speeds. You’ll need an engineer to set it up if you currently use fibre to the cabinet (FTTC) or mobile broadband
Number of devices	Up to 100 devices can use the internet at the same time	It’s up to 200 smart devices for 2 Gbps broadband
Internet use	Would be sufficient for households with heavy internet usage or larger households that use the internet for things like browsing and streaming	Capable of supporting heavy internet usage for large households, including cloud gaming and live streaming

Is 2gb broadband better than fibre broadband?

It’s not possible to get the top speeds of 2 Gbps and above on FTTC broadband, which uses the telephone lines from the exchange on your street to your home. You’ll need a full fibre connection installed.

So, if the top broadband speeds and a super reliable connection are what you’re looking for, then 2 Gbps broadband is better than fibre broadband. You’ll pay more for the privilege, though.

Fibre broadband is currently more readily available in the UK. You might have to wait to upgrade to full fibre broadband until your chosen provider is available in your area, especially if you live in a smaller town or village.

FAQs

Can you get 2gb mobile broadband?

No, there aren’t any mobile broadband options that can reach speeds of 2 Gbps.

EE states that its mobile broadband currently has an average 5G speed of 146 Mbps and 40 Mbps for 4G.

This can still be faster than some fibre broadband deals and would be suitable for multiple devices in your home to use at the same time.

What is Gig2 broadband?

Gig2 is the name of the 2 Gbps broadband deal available from Virgin Media O2.

It was the first residential 2 Gbps broadband offering in the UK, with the option to add symmetrical upload and download speeds.

Now there are plenty of broadband providers with home broadband packages reaching these types of speeds and even higher.

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Last updated 13 March 2026

[1] As of 13th March 2026, there are active broadband providers on the panel at Go.Compare