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NOW Broadband broadband review
NOW Broadband runs on: Openreach (Sky’s platform), 98% of homes. NOW Broadband’s rise isn’t fixed in the contract, so if it goes up you can leave penalty-free within the notice window.
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Is NOW Broadband available at my address?
It covers most of the UK; the speeds on offer depend on your line.
Does NOW Broadband raise prices?
NOW Broadband’s rise isn’t fixed in the contract, so if it goes up you can leave penalty-free within the notice window.
How do I switch to NOW Broadband?
Order with NOW Broadband and One Touch Switch ends your old contract — you don’t need to call your current provider.
- 24 months (short contracts withdrawn in September 2026)
- Rise not fixed in the contract
- Social tariff available
- Minimum speed; WiFi Max +£6 a month
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NOW Broadband broadband facts
| Network & coverage | Openreach (Sky’s platform), 98% of homes |
|---|---|
| Contract | 24 months (short contracts withdrawn in September 2026) |
| Price rises | No fixed amount in the contract (+£3 a month in July 2025 and 2026) — you get 31 days to leave penalty-free |
| Rises over 24 months (from now) | Not fixed |
| Social tariff | NOW Broadband Basics £20 (36Mb), no contract, existing members only; new customers are referred to Sky Basics |
| Credit check | None or a soft check (£5 refundable) — sources differ |
| Set-up & router | £5 refundable or £0; Sky Hub included |
| Leaving early | Monthly price × remaining months |
| Speed & Wi-Fi guarantee | Minimum speed; WiFi Max +£6 a month |
| Ofcom complaints (Q1 2026) | Not reported separately |
Facts checked 24 October 2026 from NOW Broadband’s terms, Ofcom and industry sources · How we compare
Our take
NOW Broadband’s rise isn’t fixed in the contract, so if it goes up you can leave penalty-free within the notice window. There is a social tariff for people on qualifying benefits.
NOW Broadband deals at your address
FAQ
Common questions
Does NOW Broadband put prices up every year?
No fixed amount in the contract (+£3 a month in July 2025 and 2026) — you get 31 days to leave penalty-free.
Does NOW Broadband have a social tariff?
Yes. NOW Broadband Basics £20 (36Mb), no contract, existing members only; new customers are referred to Sky Basics. Compare every social tariff.
Does NOW Broadband do a credit check?
None or a soft check (£5 refundable) — sources differ.
What does it cost to leave NOW Broadband early?
Monthly price × remaining months.