Virgin Media M50 Fibre Broadband Review
Looking for basic fibre broadband at an affordable price? The Virgin Media M50 fibre broadband may be one of the best options for you. It has a decent average download speed of 54Mbps and doesn’t require a phone line, though you can get a landline if you want.
With M50 broadband, you can connect 1 to 4 devices for surfing and 1 to 2 devices for HD streaming and casual gaming.
This entry-level plan comes with an 18-month contract and may have a one-time setup fee.
| Plan | Speed | Contract | Price | Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M50 | 54Mbps | 18 months | £28/month | See Deal |
Virgin Media M125 or M50 – which plan should you choose?
Without disagreeing, it’s fair to say that Virgin Media M125 is the better choice if it’s available in your area. It delivers an average download speed of 132Mbps, nearly three times faster than the M50. It’s also cheaper than the M50, so it’s worth the money.
M50 is only recommended if you live in an area where Virgin’s faster plans are not available.
Features
Superfast speeds
The average download speed on the M50 fibre is 54Mbps and the average upload speed is 5Mbps. M50 is a great entry-level fibre optic broadband plan that will give you faster speeds even if you connect a few devices at the same time.
Unlimited usage
This package comes with totally unlimited internet usage with no monthly cap. No traffic management applies. No slow down means you get faster speeds during peak times (8pm – 10pm)
Unlimited Weekend Calls
M50 and phone plan includes Weekend Chatter which allows you to make unlimited weekend calls to UK landlines, 0870 numbers and Virgin Mobiles.
QuickStart Self-Install
You are eligible for this savings option if you have used Virgin Media services at home within the past three years. An installation kit and step-by-step instructions are available from Virgin Media.
Virgin Media Super Hub 3.0
This decent WiFi router uses the latest Intelligent WiFi technology to help you get faster speeds, greater coverage and a strong WiFi signal, across the rooms in your home. It also has the best security features.
Internet Security
You also get free WebSafe and additional F-Secure Internet Security to protect all your devices from malware.
Free Virgin Media WiFi
Virgin Media WiFi is available at London Underground stations. You can use it to surf the internet for free.
Free Apps
Virgin Media Connect app allows you to connect to public WiFi hotspots or Virgin Media WiFi Hub 3.0 at home. It can also help you find WiFi black spots and fix them with WiFi Booster.
The Virgin TV Go app allows you to watch TV shows and online videos on your phone or tablet using a WiFi or mobile internet connection.