SSE

A key benefit of SSE Broadband is the simplicity of the packages; there are only a few different options to choose from, whereas some providers have exhaustive variations that can prove tedious to compare. With SSE, you choose standard broadband or fibre, and there are two fibre packages, so you can get up to 38Mb or up to 76Mb download speed.

Having the option of fibre is a further benefit, as a few providers are still lagging behind by not offering this superior type of home web connection.  Customers have the option of unlimited downloads as well, which is ideal for those who like to stream movies and music.  If you have an allowance then it can vanish pretty quickly with heavy online usage.

There are inclusive calls with the broadband deals as well, so you get either weekend or anytime minutes from your landline.

You will get a wireless router for home Wi-Fi and an encrypted web connection.  You can connect multiple devices via the router as long as you have the password, which will be provided.

You can call SSE Broadband customer services on 0800 975 8292.  If you have general enquiries or need technical support you should call this number.

Under new rules, switching provider is simple.  All you need to do is check that you can get the service at your postcode, then place your order, and then SSE should organise the switch for you.

Line rental is included in the package price, as per ASA regulations.

The packages include unlimited downloads, subject to a fair usage policy.

A free connection is offered to new broadband customers taking a fixed term talk and broadband offer, and you’ll get an 18-month free subscription to Internet Security Suite.

Inclusive calls feature in all talk and broadband packages, but vary depending on which one you choose.

Availability is subject to location, and you can only take up fibre broadband if you have a fibre-optic network installed locally.

How fast is SSE broadband?

The Superfast Fibre package offers up to 38Mb , whilst Ultrafast boosts this to 76Mb.  These speeds are not guaranteed, as with any provider, but you will be achieving something close, and will definitely notice the significant difference from standard ADSL broadband, which can sometimes be as low as 4Mb.  Fibre is also less susceptible to the effects of external factors such as local web traffic.

What is unlimited broadband?

Unlimited broadband gives you uncapped usage every month with your broadband deal.  It is essential for heavy downloaders who regularly stream and save music or movies.  Every time you open a web page you are downloading data, so a limit is used up whenever you are browsing the web, and when you access large files, like HD movies, this uses up a huge chunk of any pre-agreed limit.  With unlimited downloads, you never have to worry about how much you browse and stream online.