Sky customers across the UK are up in arms about an imminent price hike that will take effect on April 1, 2025.
The price hike, averaging 6.2%, will impact millions of broadband and TV subscribers, leaving many frustrated with the added financial strain.
One upset Sky member shared an image of the letter they received detailing the rise: "Effective from April 1, 2025, the service below will have the following price change per month: Sky Broadband Superfast +£3." The reaction online has been swift, with many users venting their frustration on social media.
"I just left and moved to Vodafone," one customer wrote, while another shared how they negotiated a lower bill despite the increase. "Rang Sky, they have added a discount onto my account to counter the price increase and will actually be paying less than what I currently do."
How Much Will Your Bill Increase?
The impact of the price hike depends on individual subscriptions. Customers with Sky TV, Netflix, and Full Fibre 150 broadband will see an increase in their monthly bill by £2.42, to £41.42. People on Sky's Essential TV and Full Fibre 150 package will face a £2.17 increase to £37.17 per month, amounting to an extra £26.04 annually.
Sky Essential TV and Full Fibre Gigafast Broadband subscribers will pay £54.16, an increase of £3.16 per month, for a total of £37.92 per year.
Can You Avoid the Price Hike?
While many customers feel trapped, there are some ways to reduce the increase. Sky has offered broadband subscribers a 30-day window to cancel their contracts without penalty, an excellent opportunity for people considering switching providers.
Switching to other providers like Vodafone, Virgin Media, and Community Fibre could help users avoid the price hike. These companies have agreed to freeze prices until 2026. Smaller broadband firms like Trooli and Hyperoptic have likewise committed to no mid-contract price increases.
Sky justifies its action by claiming, "We have worked hard to minimize the financial impact on customers while ensuring we maintain incredible value across our products." However, with millions of users feeling the pinch, the question arises whether Sky's "value" is worth the extra expense.