Broadband & Mobile Networks
The best mobile networks in 2026
We’ve named the UK’s best mobile networks for performance, customer service, value and much more - here's who makes the cut
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Virgin Media handed £28m fine for "shocking" call centre tactics Ofcom is making Virgin Media pay for intentionally preventing customers from straightforwardly cancelling their contracts - and it's the largest fine of its kind -
Virgin Media O2 Satellite phone service arrives on iPhone O2 Satellite is expanding to iPhone users, bringing mobile signal to far-flung places in the UK -
BT Broadband review: The best broadband for families, but there’s little else to recommend Worth considering if you need family-friendly internet filters on your broadband -
recommended
Plusnet Broadband review: A solid, unspectacular performer at a reasonable price If you’re looking for no-nonsense, reliable broadband, Plusnet has much to offer -
best buy
Vodafone Broadband review: A winning formula of speed and great value deals Our top provider thanks to a combination of superfast performance and terrific value -
The best broadband providers in the UK for 2026 We surveyed 1,500 UK residents to help you pick the perfect broadband provider for your home -
Expert Reviews Broadband Awards 2026: The results The results are in: these are the best broadband providers in the UK, according to our customer survey -
Sky Broadband review: The UK’s fastest headline speeds, but mediocre overall Want speeds of 5Gbits/sec? Sky’s the only place you’ll find them -
EE Broadband review: Premium performance, premium price Highly rated for WFH, reliability and for its bundle deals – plus, its equipment is cutting edge -
TalkTalk review: Cheaper than some rivals, but for a reason TalkTalk’s cheapish tariffs can’t excuse its unremarkable service -
Virgin Media Broadband review: Fast, but lacking in other areas One of broadband’s speed merchants, but customer service and reliability are questionable -
O2 review: High prices, not so high performance Competitive deals and decent customer service, but O2 still needs to improve its coverage and performance.£15 -
Three review: Satisfaction not guaranteed Speeds and coverage are improving, but Three needs to fix its service and support£11