Black Friday has become a key moment for switching broadband. Providers launch limited-time promotions where you might get several months free, a lower monthly fee, a better router included, or help with exit fees if you’re leaving another contract early. The aim is to reduce your total cost over the contract term — say 12 or 24 months — and give you more value for your money via generous extras.
Cyber Monday follows immediately after Black Friday and often carries the same kinds of broadband deals, sometimes with a last-minute push or slight twist (for example a bonus voucher or upgraded Wi-Fi kit). If you miss the Black Friday cut-off, checking the Cyber Monday window can still pay off.
From a savings perspective you should focus on the total cost, not just the monthly price. For example: if a deal offers six months free then a higher monthly rate afterwards, you need to check how much you’ll pay across the full contract. Also check whether the monthly fee will go up after 12 months, or if there’s a standard annual increase built into the terms. Matching the speed of the broadband to your household’s needs helps avoid paying for bandwidth you won’t use. And if you’re locked into another provider, look out for deals that include exit-fee contributions or incentives to switch.
| Package | Monthly Price |
|---|---|
| Airband Fibre 150 (150Mb symmetrical) | £0 for 6 months, then £38 (6 months free) |
| Airband Fibre 300 (300Mb symmetrical) | £0 for 6 months, then £48 (6 months free) |
| Airband Fibre 1000 (1000Mb symmetrical) | £0 for 6 months, then £58 (6 months free) |
| Community Fibre 150–3000Mb (symmetrical) | £0 for 6 months, then standard price (6 months free) |
| Gigaclear Full Fibre 200 (200Mb symmetrical) | £17 per month (Black Friday offer) |
| Gigaclear Full Fibre 500 (500Mb symmetrical) | £21 per month (Black Friday offer) |
| Fibrus Fibre 500 (500Mb symmetrical) | From £17.99 per month (discounted) |
| Fibrus Fibre 1000 (900Mb symmetrical) | From £19.99 per month (discounted) |
| Hyperoptic Fast 150 (150Mb symmetrical) | Address-based pricing (includes exit-fee credit) |
| YouFibre Full Fibre 150 (150Mb symmetrical) | £23.99 per month (promo price) |
| YouFibre Full Fibre 2000 (2000Mb symmetrical) | £34.99 per month (promo price) |
When is Black Friday and Cyber Monday for broadband?
Broadband providers usually launch their offers in the week leading up to the official Black Friday date (which falls on the fourth Friday in November). Many keep the offer window open through Cyber Monday (the Monday following that Friday). Some providers even start the deals earlier (“early Black Friday”) or extend them later into December. Because of this flexibility, it pays to monitor provider websites and act quickly — the most generous offers tend to expire or get withdrawn once capacity is reached.
What to check before you sign up
Before you click to join a deal, here are some key checks:
- Contract term: Ensure you’re clear whether it’s 12 or 24 months (or another length), and what happens after that term ends.
- Monthly fee stability: Some deals lock the monthly fee; others may still increase after year one or have annual rises.
- Installation/activation fees: Even with a discounted monthly rate you may face one-off fees; make sure they’re included in your calculation.
- Router and Wi-Fi kit: Many offers now include a Wi-Fi 6 mesh system or upgraded router — this can significantly boost in-home performance.
- Exit-fee credit or switching incentive: If you’re mid-contract elsewhere, a deal that covers your early-exit charges can make switching much more affordable.
- Speed vs usage: If you stream in 4K, game online and support multiple household devices, faster packages (300Mb, 500Mb, 1Gb) may be justified. If you mostly browse and stream HD, a 150Mb or 200Mb plan may be very adequate.
- Coverage and address check: Speeds and availability can vary by postcode, especially for newer full-fibre networks. Always check your exact address for eligibility.
Which providers have announced Black Friday broadband deals so far?
Here are the UK providers who have officially launched Black Friday broadband promotions on their websites:
- Airband: Offering free months at the start of full-fibre contracts plus a Wi-Fi 6 router and fixed monthly pricing for the term.
- Community Fibre: Running six-months-free campaigns on selected 12- and 24-month full-fibre deals in London, making the first months effectively free.
- G.Network: Reduced monthly pricing on 300Mb, 600Mb and 900Mb full-fibre packages, plus added perks such as vouchers or streaming bundles.
- Gigaclear: Discounts on rural full-fibre full-speed plans, with special entry pricing for the Black Friday period and limited sign-up availability.
- Fibrus: Promo pricing across high-speed full-fibre packages (500Mb, 1Gb) plus e-voucher incentives in certain areas.
- Hyperoptic: Early Black Friday offering includes exit-fee credit for your previous provider, and a full‐fibre connection with no data cap in participating buildings.
- YouFibre: Widely available promo pricing on 150Mb and up to multi-gigabit plans, with buy-out support and fixed-price options in certain locations.
- Grain Connect: Locally-targeted full-fibre offers in select towns and cities, showing special Black Friday rates for new customers in those areas.
These providers have moved quickly this year — and as more major brands release their full-fibre Black Friday lists, the market may become even more competitive. Keep watching the major names for deals launching closer to Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
What this means for you as a switching consumer
If you’re thinking of switching broadband provider or upgrading your speed, this period is one of the best of the year. The key advantage is that providers are offering real savings or added value — not just nominal price cuts. But timing is crucial: switching too late might mean missing the best deals, and rushing without checking the contract details could lead to higher costs later.
If you’re already happy with your current broadband service but want to rebalance cost vs performance, comparing these Black Friday offers gives you a benchmark. You may find that negotiating with your current provider referencing these deals could improve your in-contract terms or justify moving.
In short: treat this as an opportunity to review your broadband usage, check what you pay and what you actually need, and secure a deal that either reduces cost or improves performance — or ideally both.