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This should answer your search What broadband speed do i need?

Choosing the right broadband speed depends on how you use the internet. Whether you’re streaming, gaming, working from home, or just browsing the web, understanding your needs will help you select the best plan.

Here’s a guide to help you decide:

1. Light Internet Use (1-10 Mbps)

  • Best For: Checking emails, browsing the web, and social media.
  • Devices: 1-2 connected devices.
  • Recommended Speed: 1-10 Mbps.
  • Example Usage: If you mainly use the internet for sending emails or checking Facebook a speed of 5-10 Mbps should be sufficient.

2. Moderate Internet Use (20-70 Mbps)

  • Best For: Streaming music, watching Youtube videos , and moderate browsing.
  • Devices: 2-4 connected devices.
  • Recommended Speed: 20-70 Mbps.
  • Example Usage: If your household streams Netflix in HD on one TV, listens to music on Spotify, and checks social media at the same time, a speed around 20 Mbps will ensure smooth performance.

3. Heavy Internet Use (70-100 Mbps)

  • Best For: Streaming in HD, online gaming, and working from home.
  • Devices: 4-6 connected devices.
  • Recommended Speed: 70-100 Mbps.
  • Example Usage: For homes where multiple people are streaming in HD, participating in Zoom calls, and gaming online simultaneously, 30-50 Mbps will provide a reliable connection.

4. Very Heavy Internet Use (100-250+ Mbps)

  • Best For: Streaming in 4K, large file downloads, and smart home devices.
  • Devices: 6+ connected devices.
  • Recommended Speed: 100-250+ Mbps.
  • Example Usage: If your home has several smart devices, streams 4K content on multiple TVs, and frequently downloads large files, speeds above 50 Mbps are ideal. For seamless 4K streaming and gaming on multiple devices, consider 100 Mbps or more.

5. Ultra-Heavy Internet Use (250-1000+ Mbps)

  • Best For: Large families or households with very high data demands.
  • Devices: 10+ connected devices.
  • Recommended Speed: 250-1000+ Mbps.
  • Example Usage: If you have a smart home, with multiple users streaming in 4K, gaming, working from home with large file transfers, or if you use cloud services extensively, opt for 100 Mbps and above, or even gigabit speeds (1000+ Mbps).

How to Choose the Right Speed:

 

  • Consider the Number of Users and Devices: The more devices connected, the higher the speed required.
  • Assess Your Activities: High-definition streaming, online gaming, and large downloads require higher speeds.
  • Plan for the Future: If you plan to add more devices or adopt smart home technology, consider a higher speed package.

Why not have a look at what’s available using our broadband search below?

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Place your order with Home Unity.

We’ll notify your current provider of your switch and confirm this date (So will your current provider).

Your switch is completed and your old contract will automatically be cancelled.

Our automated switch service works with providers on the Openreach network. If you’re on another network (e.g. Virgin, OFNL), we’ll pick this up in the order journey and let you know what to do.

There’s more information about automated switching on Ofcom’s site here.

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