Sky Broadband Ireland Review 2026: Plans, TV Bundles & Value

Sky Ireland offers broadband with excellent TV bundles. Our review covers pricing, Sky Stream, and whether it's worth switching from Eir or Virgin.

By SmartSaver Team | Published 1 January 2026 | 5 min read

Topics: sky broadband review, sky ireland, sky tv bundles, sky stream

Sky is primarily known for TV, but their broadband packages—especially bundled with Sky TV—offer solid value. They use Eir and SIRO networks, so coverage is wide.

Sky at a Glance

| Feature | Details | |---------|---------| | Coverage | ~90% via Open Eir + SIRO | | Max Speed | 1Gb | | Starting Price | €35/month (broadband only) | | Year 2 Price | €64/month | | Contract | 18 months typically | | Best For | TV + broadband bundles |

Sky's Current Plans

Broadband Only

| Plan | Speed | Year 1 | Year 2 | 2-Year Cost | |------|-------|--------|--------|-------------| | Superfast | 150Mb | €35 | €52 | €1,044 | | Ultrafast | 500Mb | €35 | €64 | €1,188 | | Gigafast | 1Gb | €40 | €72 | €1,344 |

Broadband + TV Bundles

| Bundle | Speed | TV | Year 1 | Notes | |--------|-------|-----|--------|-------| | Sky Stream + BB | 500Mb | 150+ channels | ~€45 | Best value bundle | | Sky Glass + BB | 500Mb | Built-in TV | ~€50 | Includes Sky Glass TV | | + Sports/Cinema | Varies | Premium | +€20-40 | Add-ons available |

The Good

1. Best TV Bundles

Sky's main strength is TV integration:

Sky Sports, Sky Cinema, TNT Sports
Sky Stream box (or Sky Glass built-in TV)
Comprehensive channel lineup
Netflix, Disney+ integration options

If you want premium TV with your broadband, Sky is the clear choice.

2. Wide Availability

Sky uses both Open Eir and SIRO networks, meaning availability matches Eir's ~90% coverage.

3. Competitive Bundle Pricing

When you factor in the TV value, Sky bundles often beat paying separately for broadband + streaming subscriptions.

4. Good Customer Service

Sky's customer service reputation is better than Eir or Virgin Media. Issues are generally resolved more smoothly.

5. Sky Stream/Glass Experience

The Sky Stream box offers a modern streaming-first interface. Sky Glass eliminates the need for a satellite dish entirely.

The Bad

1. 18-Month Contracts

Most Sky plans require 18-month commitments—longer than the industry standard 12 months.

2. Year-Two Price Jump

Broadband-only pricing increases significantly:

500Mb: €35/month (Year 1) to €64/month (Year 2) — 83% increase

This makes Sky expensive if you're not bundling with TV.

3. Broadband-Only Not Competitive

For broadband without TV, Sky doesn't offer great value:

2-year cost (500Mb): €1,188
Pure Telecom equivalent: €1,020

4. Sky Stream Recording Limitations

The newer Sky Stream box has restrictions on recording certain channels (notably BBC), which frustrates some users compared to traditional Sky+ boxes.

5. CPI-Linked Increases

Like other major providers, Sky applies annual inflation-linked price increases.

Who Should Choose Sky?

Sky makes sense if:

You want broadband + premium TV (Sky Sports, Cinema)
You prefer Sky's streaming interface
You want wide availability without Virgin coverage requirements
Customer service quality matters

Sky doesn't make sense if:

You only need broadband (choose Pure Telecom)
You're price-sensitive
You want short contracts
You don't watch live TV

Sky vs Competitors for TV Bundles

| Provider | BB + TV Bundle | Channels | Sports | |----------|----------------|----------|--------| | Sky | ~€45-70 | 150+ | Best (Sky Sports) | | Virgin Media | ~€50-80 | 100+ | Good | | Eir TV | ~€40-50 | 70+ | Limited | | Vodafone TV | ~€50 | 70+ | Basic |

Sky wins for sports fans and premium TV watchers.

Sky Glass vs Sky Stream

Sky Stream (€0 upfront):

Separate streaming box
Works with any TV
Requires good WiFi
Monthly rental included

Sky Glass (from €13/month):

All-in-one smart TV with Sky built-in
No dish, no box
Premium design
Higher ongoing cost

For most people, Sky Stream offers better value unless you need a new TV anyway.

Verdict

Rating: 3.5/5

Sky is excellent for TV + broadband bundles but not competitive for broadband-only. If you want Sky Sports or Cinema, the bundles make sense. Otherwise, choose Pure Telecom or Vodafone for better broadband value.

Choose Sky if: You want premium TV with your broadband. Avoid Sky if: You only need broadband (better options exist).

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Last updated: January 2026

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