Broadband comparison
Vodafone vs BT broadband
On price rises, Vodafone is cheaper: over a 24-month contract starting now, BT’s rises add £12 more.
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Which is cheaper?
It depends on your address and the offers of the day — the deals below are for your postcode. Add each provider’s rises: Vodafone +£84, BT +£96 over 24 months.
Can I switch between them easily?
Yes. With One Touch Switch you only contact the new provider, even between Openreach, Virgin Media and full fibre networks.
What should I compare?
The 24-month total including rises, the speed guaranteed at your address, and set-up costs.
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- Rises over 24 months: +£84 vs +£96
- Social tariff: yes vs yes
- Complaints: 8 vs 7 per 100k
Live deals from both providers for your postcode appear below.
Vodafone and BT side by side
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Openreach, CityFibre and Community Fibre; also 4G/5G home broadband | Openreach (part fibre and full fibre), nationwide |
| Contract | 24 or 12 months | 24 months (12 on some deals) |
| Price rises | +£3.50 a month every 1 April (contracts from 12 November 2025); Essentials exempt | +£4 a month every 31 March, written into the contract (TV +£2). Sign after 1 March 2026 and the first rise is 31 March 2027 |
| Added over 24 months | +£84 | +£96 |
| Social tariff | Fibre 2 Essentials £20 (up to 73–80Mb), 12 months, no rise or exit fee; £25 after 12 months. Also open to PIP and DLA claimants | Home Essentials from £16.50 (36Mb) for Universal Credit with no earnings; also £22 (36Mb) and £25 (67Mb). 12 months, no rises or exit fees. Open to EE and Plusnet customers too |
| Credit check | Soft for broadband only (hard with a phone) | Soft check for broadband only; hard check with TV. A deposit is possible with a poor history |
| Set-up | £0, router and delivery included | £0 on current deals |
| Leaving early | 80% of (monthly price minus discounts) × remaining months | Remaining months at the monthly price, less avoided costs and 1% |
| Guarantees | Minimum speed (leave if not fixed within 30 days); Super WiFi £7 a month with a whole-home guarantee | Stay Fast Guarantee (minimum speed) and Complete Wi-Fi: £100 back if any room lacks signal |
| Ofcom complaints per 100k | 8 | 7 |
Verdict
On price rises, Vodafone is cheaper: over a 24-month contract starting now, BT’s rises add £12 more. BT had fewer Ofcom complaints in Q1 2026 (7 vs 8 per 100,000 customers). Both sell over Openreach, so the speeds available at your address are usually the same — the price decides.
Facts checked 24 October 2026 · Vodafone review · BT review
Vodafone and BT deals at your address
FAQ
Common questions
Is Vodafone or BT cheaper?
On price rises, Vodafone is cheaper: over a 24-month contract starting now, BT’s rises add £12 more. Starting prices change often, so check both at your postcode.
Which has fewer complaints?
BT, according to Ofcom’s Q1 2026 figures.
Do Vodafone and BT have social tariffs?
Vodafone: Fibre 2 Essentials £20 (up to 73–80Mb), 12 months, no rise or exit fee; £25 after 12 months. Also open to PIP and DLA claimants. BT: Home Essentials from £16.50 (36Mb) for Universal Credit with no earnings; also £22 (36Mb) and £25 (67Mb). 12 months, no rises or exit fees. Open to EE and Plusnet customers too.