SKY is one of the best places to score a deal when it comes to broadband and TV packages.
This month, we’ve stumbled across the best Sky deals, including its ‘brand-new’ Sky Glass TV and Essential TV package for as little as £29 per month.
Sky deals for February
Sky likes to roll out monthly deals to keep things interesting, and there are often some winners in the mix.
The latest Sky Glass Gen 2 and Essential TV package starts from £29 per month, while the plug-and-play Sky Stream, which comes with Sky Entertainment and Netflix, cuts out the middle man.
With more than 300 channels available through Sky, you’ll never be short of something new to watch.
Netflix is also included in all Sky TV packages with a library of thousands of shows and movies.
You can also tailor your subscription to take account of your household’s viewing habits, with different packages for movies, kids, and sports.
Sky has just unveiled two brand-new versions of its Sky Glass smart TV, with one already up for grabs.
Our Senior Tech & Science Reporter, Jamie Harris, got an early look at the Sky Glass Gen 2, while the Sky Live Air is set to land later this year.
Get the full scoop on the latest Sky TV upgrade, with Jamie noting that the new ‘extra vivid’ mode makes colours pop like never before, especially in movies.
Sky’s best deals are always changing, so we’ve rounded up the latest offers for you here.
Whether you’re new to Sky or a seasoned subscriber, keep checking back for fresh updates and the best Sky deals.
Sky Glass Gen 2 deals
Our favourite Sky Glass deals for February
Launched this month, the Sky Glass Gen 2 is a brand-new Smart TV with upgraded 4k Ultra HD resolution, with a new ‘extra vivid’ viewing mode ideal for movie night.
Like the previous generation, it has Sky services built in and instant voice command, allowing you to switch up shows and channels.
Plus, it has an incredible sound system with an additional speaker, bringing the total to seven, all supporting 360-degree Dolby Atmos.
From £29 per month, you can purchase a Sky Glass Gen 2 43” 4K TV and Essential TV package, which includes Netflix Standard with ads and Discovery+.
Check out the Sky Deals page for more information.
Sky Stream deals
Our favourite Sky stream deals for February
Compatible with any TV, Sky Stream is a pack that offers streaming access to Freeview TV and Sky over WiFi.
Before this, you needed a Satellite dish or Sky Glass to enjoy Sky, so Sky Stream is much more accessible to all.
Starting from £15 a month for 24 months, taking advantage of Sky Stream means you’ll secure Sky Entertainment and Netflix for less.
You can even use voice control to access all your favourite apps such as Netflix, Disney+, and more.
Sky TV deals
Our favourite Sky TV deals for February
Some of the most popular shows on Sky TV include Succession, And Just Like That, Gangs of London, and more.
Now combined with Netflix, you can get packages to watch all your favourite shows in one spot.
One of our favourite February deals is the Essential TV and Full Fibre 100 bundle which costs £37 per month.
Broadband deals
Our favourite Sky broadband deals for February
Sky offers a variety of broadband packages and deals to suit all households.
Sky’s Full Fibre broadband, which delivers 150Mbps, is currently £28 per month, with nothing to pay upfront.
For those who need faster speeds, you can get the Full Fibre 300 plan for just £2 more, priced at £30/month.
Shoppers can score Full Fibre 75 for just £26 per month when they sign up online.
Please note pricing may change during your contract.
For more information, see the Sky Broadband deals page.
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What are the best Sky deals at the moment?
Sky is currently offering a whole host of deals and these change regularly so it’s worth bookmarking this page to keep an eye on updates.
This month we love the Full Fibre broadband deal which comes in at £27 per month.
However, if you’re also looking to bag a new TV deal, we would seriously consider spending £35 per month for Essential TV and Full Fibre 150 broadband.
What is Sky Stream?
Sky Stream allows you to watch Sky Entertainment and Netflix on your TV through Wi-Fi – so it completely removes the need for satellite dish installation.
The palm-sized box is available for next-day delivery and works once plugged into any TV.
Just simply plug in and play and you’ll be able to instantly stream over 30,000 shows on your TV.
It offers access to 150 channels and 100,000 hours of aggregated content.
There are two ways to purchase Sky Stream.
Customers can either pay for a 24-month contract or go for a flexible 31-day rolling contract that can be cancelled at any time.
At the moment you can pick up Sky Essential TV from just £15 per month on a 24-month contract, or £18 per month on a 31-day rolling contract.
There are also discounts available on Sky’s Ultimate TV plans, so it’s well worth a closer look.
What is Sky Glass?
Sky Glass is a 4K QLED TV designed to eliminate the need for a satellite dish.
Much like a regular smart TV, Sky Glass can connect directly to the internet to enable the viewing of countless channels.
The device is innovative in the sense that it allows the whole Sky Q experience to be enjoyed over Wi-Fi.
The TV also has a completely redesigned Sky software experience, a built-in soundbar and subwoofer, and three size options (43-, 55-, and 65-inch.)
Sky Glass is available in five unique colours; Ocean Blue, Ceramic White, Racing Green, Dusky Pink, and Anthracite Black.
The TV is available either as a one-off purchase or as part of a Sky Glass contract.
If you choose the first payment option, you’ll spend £599 when you bag the 43-inch version, £849 if you prefer the 55-inch offering, and for those who love the 65-inch model, you can expect to pay £1,099.
Of course, you’ll still have to pay a monthly subscription to watch Sky channels.
The upfront cost means that a Sky Glass package deal is often more appealing and budget-friendly.
Check out the deals above, where we’ve rounded up the best pay-monthly bundles.
If you want to learn more, have a read of our Sky Glass TV explainer.
What is Sky Q?
Sky Q was once Sky’s premium service, but it’s perhaps not as popular as the platform’s other packages now.
Essentially, Sky Q is a family of services integrated into either a 1TB or 2TB set-top-box with smart TV features and Ultra HD support (for the 2TB version).
Sky also offers a Q Mini box, a device that connects to your main Sky Q box to watch TV in other rooms.
The Sky Q remote included in the box can control both devices via Bluetooth and features a built-in microphone to allow for voice search functionality.
Since the Sky Q main box includes 12 TV tuners, you can simultaneously record up to six channels and share content around the house at the same time.
How much do the Sky Q boxes cost?
The cheapest Sky Q box subscription starts at £31 a month for a 24-month deal, plus there’s a set-up fee of £20.
For this, you’ll get the Sky Q 1TB box.
The boxes themselves don’t cost anything – they simply come from Sky and are included in your subscription.
If you’re hoping to customise your plan, then you’re in luck, as there are discounts up for grabs on TV extras such as Sky Sports, Sky Cinema, and Sky Kids.
What channels are on Sky Entertainment?
Sky’s Entertainment bundle includes roughly 30 dedicated Sky channels in addition to the Freeview ones.
Arguably the most viewed is Sky Atlantic, being the one where all of HBO’s latest programs can be watched.
Sky One is another channel that has seen a spike in views in recent years, broadcasting shows such as Modern Family, In The Long Run, and The Simpsons.
Other entertainment channels include Sky Living, Fox, and Universal, as well as Comedy Central and Gold.
There’s also a whole host of children’s channels so your little ones can catch up on shows such as Dennis and Gnasher, Dragons: The Nine Realms, The Deep, Danger Mouse, and more.
What Channels are on Sky Sports?
Sky has a long history of excellence when it comes to sports channels, and despite competitors such as BT having stepped up their game, Sky’s Sports channel portfolio is still one of the best.
The main sports channel available to Sky premium customers is Sky Sports Main Event, showing all main events across different sports.
Other channels focus on individual sports, with some of the most viewed being Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Golf, and Sky Sports F1.
Football fans also get a Sky Sports Football channel, offering a comprehensive number of lower league matches.
Can I watch BT Sport ESPN on Sky?
Yes, you can!
BT Sport ESPN is included in the Sky Sports package.
You can find BT Sport ESPN on Sky Channel 423 if you want to watch it in HD and Channel 876 if, for some reason, you need an SD stream.
If you’re not familiar with this particular channel, BT Sport ESPN originally belonged to US-based sports broadcaster ESPN.
While it was acquired by BT in 2013, the channel continued to mainly focus on coverage of American sports.
Because of this, on BT Sport ESPN, you can follow most Major League Baseball (MLB) and American College sports matches.
The channel also occasionally shows European sports when BT Sport 1, 2, and 3 are covering other matches.
What HD Channels do I get on Sky?
Many HD channels are already available in the basic Sky package.
These include BBC One, BBC Two, BBC Four and BBC News.
CBBC and CBeebies are also available in high definition without the need for further upgrades, together with ITV, 4, 5, NHK World, and RT.
Sky HD boasts over 40 channels in high definition, including Sky Atlantic, Fox, and many more.
How do I get the best deal on Sky?
Sky periodically promotes sales on their deals, bringing their prices down on particular occasions and festivities throughout the year.
Watch out for sales around Christmas time, Easter, and of course, Black Friday.
If you feel particularly inclined to haggle, Sky also offers a ‘Stay with Sky’ page, where you can speak with an adviser.
Is Sky cheaper than Virgin?
When it comes to standard price per month, Sky’s Essential TV package, which also includes Netflix, starts from £15 per month.
Virgin is primarily a broadband provider and, therefore, does not have a TV-only package in the UK.
Instead, Virgin offers a Bigger Combo bundle for £33 per month.
The package features M350 Fibre Broadband, access to perks and experiences with Priority, and over 200 TV channels.
What is Sky’s cheapest package?
Sky offers a range of services, from broadband and TV to their Sky Q streaming services, so it depends on what you’re after, as prices will vary greatly depending on whether or not you want multiple services or just one.
However, from our findings, you can get Sky broadband for as little as £25 a month.
Sky stream packages start from £15 per month including Sky Entertainment and Netflix, then you can purchase additional TV packs as required,
Lastly, Sky Glass packages start from £27 per month, allowing you to again build a plan that’s specific to your interests and needs so you can get the most out of your money.
What are the best Sky TV deals available now?
There are a few deals and discounts Sky is currently offering, as well as some recurrent deals that are definitely worth considering.
You can find all of the best deals, including those in this guide, on the Sky website.
Sky’s Glass subscriptions are certainly worth considering if you want to secure a TV package and a shiny new screen in one fell swoop.
How much is Sky TV for new customers?
The overall price of your package will depend on your personal preferences.
All new customers have to pay a £20 set-up fee, which goes up to £49 for existing customers upgrading to Sky Q.
Of course, the price includes the installation of both broadband and phone lines, as well as the TV box setup.
Do existing Sky customers get better deals?
While Sky typically offers better deals to new customers (often in an attempt to poach them from competitors), the company does have a dedicated page listing discounts for existing customers.
In addition, there’s something else existing customers can do to get better prices; haggling.
We have a dedicated guide to the art of haggling, but it essentially involves letting your service provider know that you will leave them for a chapter alternative unless they give you a better deal.
We believe this is currently the best way for Sky’s existing customers to save some extra cash.
Sky deals for existing customers
Currently, existing customers can enjoy several deals.
Here are a few of our favourite offers existing customers can snap up today:
- 900Mb/s Full Fibre Broadband, £39 per month – upgrade here
- Sky Sports, £22 per month – upgrade here
- Sky Cinema, £10 per month – upgrade here
- TNT Sports, £30 per month – upgrade here
Is Netflix free on Sky?
Netflix Basic is included in all of Sky’s TV packages.
With the basic subscription option, you can watch films and TV shows on a single screen and not in HD.
If you do want HD, however, you can purchase the Sky HD pack to watch Netflix in HD (Netflix Standard) or the Sky Ultra HD pack to watch Netflix in Ultra HD (Netflix Premium).
If you already have a Netflix subscription, you can easily connect your account to retain your library and profiles.
Can you still get Sky+?
For new customers, Sky+ is no longer available as Sky Q replaced the Sky+ service in 2016.
However, existing customers can continue to use the box.
