Author: Emma Davenport

Last updated: 21 February 2025

How to find the best internet providers in Manchester

Looking for the best broadband deals in Manchester? Whether you live in Chorlton, Collyhurst, Rusholme, or Moss Side, you have a variety of options to choose from.

Compare broadband providers, speeds, and prices to find the right package for your home.

Understanding broadband in Manchester

• What broadband speed do you need?

  Superfast Broadband (FTTC - part-fibre using landlines) - 35Mb-70Mb packages

  Perfect for:

  HD video streaming on one or two devices

  Web browsing & social media

  Music streaming (Spotify, Apple Music)

  Full Fibre Connections - 100Mb+ packages

  Perfect for:

  5+ devices watching films, making video calls or gaming

  Frequent, large file transfers
   

  Gigabit broadband - Package speeds up to 1Gb+

  Perfect for:

  The busiest of homes

  Professional, online gamers who host gameplay

  Frequent downloaders of Ultra 4K films

  Those who want the fastest broadband speeds, even at peak times

Compare top internet providers in Manchester

Popular providers who serve Manchester and Greater Manchester include:

How to choose the right broadband deal

1. Enter your postcode into our broadband deals checker

2. Filter deals by speed, price, or contract length

3. Choose a broadband-only or TV/phone bundle

4. Look for exclusive discounts and special offers

5. Pay attention to in-contract price rises

6. Click ‘get deal’ and start your easy switching process

Need advice? Call our broadband experts on 0333 0417 273

And, if you want to read up on personal experiences, visit our broadband customer reviews.

You can also find more help in our guide: ‘how to switch broadband provider’.

Finding cheap broadband deals in Manchester

After a cheap internet deal in Manchester? Broadband only deals are available from less than £25 per month. Longer contract lengths always tend to work out cheaper, although come with more commitment.

Visit our cheap broadband deals page for more advice on how to get the best value package.

And if you’re currently receiving benefits, you could be eligible for discounted broadband packages that you won’t find in any comparison table.

For more help and information, head to our social tariff guide.

How fast is broadband in Manchester?

• The average broadband speed in Manchester is 202Mb (Q3 2024).
• Over 91% of Manchester homes can access ultrafast broadband (1Gb+).
• Full-fibre broadband availability is expected to rise in the next two years.

Best broadband for different needs

• For Gamers: Low-latency broadband (Virgin Media, BT, or Sky).
• For Families: Unlimited data plans with TV bundles (Sky, BT, Vodafone).
• For Students: Short-term broadband contracts (Hyperoptic, Cuckoo).

Comparing mobile broadband in Manchester

Manchester is well catered for by all UK mobile broadband networks. You should be able to receive a strong 4G or 5G signal from EE, O2, Vodafone and Three mobile networks as far out of the city in all directions as far as Salford, Collyhurst, Trafford Park and Hulme.

It’s worth considering Three’s 4G or 5G home broadband deals. Unlike other home broadband packages, these won’t require any fixed line and could be an excellent option if you live in rented accommodation and don’t want to (or can’t) get permission for broadband installation from your landlord.

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Before buying any mobile deal, you should confirm coverage for yourself. Click the logos below to access the official network signal check tools:

• Where we get our information

  We strive to keep our local broadband information as up-to-date as possible. This means using trustworthy sources with regular checks. The information on this page comes from the following:

  Local broadband speed information: labs.thinkbroadband.com/local

  Mobile broadband coverage (1): nperf.com

  Mobile broadband coverage (2): checker.ofcom.org.uk/en-gb/mobile-coverage

FAQs about broadband in Manchester

• How can I find the best broadband deals in Manchester?

  Enter your postcode into Broadband Genie’s deals checker. Every home in the UK has access to different providers, and your choice may be limited by the type of broadband connection you have access to.

  Although most homes in Manchester now have access to fibre broadband, not all homes currently have access to full fibre broadband speeds. This is likely to change over the next couple of years as the UK works towards switching off the copper landline network that slower broadband packages (ADSL) rely on.

  The Openreach fibre checker is a good place to get updates on future developments for providers such as BT, Sky, TalkTalk and Vodafone.

• Are there short-term broadband contracts available?

  Yes. Although, it will depend on the providers that serve your area.

  Hyperoptic is a fantastic option for reliable broadband and a flexible broadband service in Manchester. As well as 24-month contracts, it also offers no contract and 12-month deals. You can also enjoy symmetrical download and upload speeds at a competitive price.

  Other providers that offer short-term contracts include Onestream, Origin, Three and Rebel.

• How do I switch providers without losing internet access?

  For most broadband switches, there will be a period of time in the day when you may lose internet access. However, this should be very minimal and less than an hour.
  
  Using your mobile has a Wi-Fi hotspot and using your mobile data can be a quick fix until your internet connection is back up and running.

  The new One-Touch Switch service has improved switching times. Your new provider will set up your service and should let your current provider know when this has been done and to initiate the switchover.

• Are there any special broadband offers in Manchester right now?

  Yes. There are always great broadband offers available for Manchester homes. Big names such as Sky, BT, Virgin Media and Vodafone regularly offer shopping vouchers or Bill Credits for new customers. Find the latest deals on our Broadband with Free Gifts page.

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