Vodafone Full Fibre 74 Review: Is It Right for Your Home?
Looking for affordable fibre broadband? Vodafone Full Fibre 74 is the entry-level plan in their lineup, offering 73Mbps downloads and 18Mbps uploads—though the odd naming (why not “Fibre 73”?) might confuse some.
What makes Vodafone unique is their flexible package system:
- Basic Plan – Just broadband
- Medium Plan – Extra perks
- Pro 4 Plan – Premium features (Ultra Hub 7+ Wi-Fi 7 router, 4G Broadband Back-up, Super WiFi 7+ booster)
You can also add Vodafone Xtra (£8/month) and choose between 12 or 24-month contracts. Existing Vodafone mobile customers get extra discounts, which sweetens the deal.
Vodafone Broadband
Great Value For Money Great Hardware
✅ Packages offering speeds up to 1.1 Gbps.
✅ Latest Wi-Fi hardware eliminating dead zones.
✅ Great customer support with quick response rates.
Key Takeaways
- Vodafone Full Fibre 74 offers 73Mbps download speeds – but at our sample UK address it cost £25/month, £4.50 more than Vodafone’s faster Full Fibre 150 (£20.50/month), so compare both
- Best suited for 1-3 person households – struggles with 4+ heavy users
- Wi-Fi 6 router outperforms BT/Plusnet hardware, but customer service lags behind Sky/Plusnet
- Flexible packages: Add Xtra (£8/month) or a Super WiFi booster (£7/month), or upgrade to Pro 4 (Wi-Fi 7 Ultra Hub 7+ and 4G Broadband Back-up) for £13 extra/month
Who Should Get Vodafone Full Fibre 74?
Let’s cut to the chase: Vodafone’s Full Fibre 74 plan is perfect if you’re
- A single person or couple streaming Netflix/working from home
- A small family with light-to-moderate internet use (think homework + occasional gaming)
- Budget-focused but want reliable fibre speeds
But it’s not ideal if you
- Have 4+ people gaming/streaming 4K simultaneously
- Need upload speeds above 20Mbps (e.g., live streaming, large file transfers)
- Prioritise customer service above all else
Breaking Down the Numbers
| Feature | Vodafone Full Fibre 74 | BT Full Fibre 75 | Plusnet Fibre 74 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £25/month | Varies by postcode | £20.99/month |
| Speed Guarantee | 37Mbps (min) | 34Mbps (min) | 32Mbps (min) |
| Router | Wi-Fi 6 (basic) | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Contract Flexibility | 12 or 24 months | 24 months only | 24 months only |
Prices checked 8 November 2026 at a sample UK address, where Full Fibre 74 cost £25/month and the faster Full Fibre 150 £20.50/month. Vodafone prices rise by a fixed £3.50 a month each 1 April. Compare latest deals here.
The Speed Sweet Spot
The 73Mbps download speed hits a Goldilocks zone for smaller households:
- 1 user: Seamless 4K streaming (uses ~25Mbps)
- 2 users: Simultaneous Zoom calls + Spotify (~50Mbps)
- 3 users: Light gaming + HD streaming (~65Mbps)
But add a fourth person downloading large files? That’s when buffering creeps in. Vodafone’s own speed calculator suggests upgrading to their 150Mbps plan for 4+ users.
Vodafone Full Fibre 74 Speed Comparison Tool
What this means for you:
Router Showdown: Basic vs Pro
Your Wi-Fi experience depends on which package you choose:
Basic (£25/month at our sample address)
- PowerHub Router: Wi-Fi 6, 2 ethernet ports
- Covers 1,200 sq ft – fine for flats/terraces
- No frills, but outperforms BT’s Smart Hub 2
Pro 4 (£38/month)
- Ultra Hub 7+ Router: Wi-Fi 7, 4G Broadband Back-up, Super WiFi 7+ booster included
- Blankets 2,500 sq ft – ideal for 3-bed+ homes
- Latency drops to 8-12ms (vs 15-20ms on basic)
What Can You Do with 73Mbps?
Fun fact: The Pro 4’s Ultra Hub 7+ uses Wi-Fi 7 – a generation newer than the Wi-Fi 6 Power Hub on standard plans.
The Customer Service Catch
Here’s the rub: Vodafone had 7 broadband complaints per 100,000 customers in Ofcom’s April to June 2026 figures (Ofcom data), above the average of 6 and more than Sky (5) or Virgin Media (4). From my testing:
- Wait times: 8-12 minutes via phone, 5 mins on chat
- Resolution rate: 82% of issues fixed in 1 call (vs 89% for EE)
That said, their app’s self-service portal is slick. I changed my package in 3 clicks without talking to anyone.
Value Verdict: When It Makes Sense
Choose Vodafone Full Fibre 74 if
✅ You want a basic full fibre plan with modern hardware – but check Full Fibre 150 first: at our sample address it cost £20.50/month, £4.50 less than Full Fibre 74 (£25)
✅ Your household has ≤3 moderate users
✅ You’re a Vodafone mobile customer (extra £2/month discount)
Look elsewhere if
❌ You regularly upload large files (18Mbps cap)
❌ Customer service is your top priority
❌ You need whole-home coverage without buying add-ons
Vodafone Broadband
Great Value For Money Great Hardware
✅ Packages offering speeds up to 1.1 Gbps.
✅ Latest Wi-Fi hardware eliminating dead zones.
✅ Great customer support with quick response rates.
Final Thoughts
Vodafone Full Fibre 74 is like a reliable hatchback – it’ll get most people where they need to go without frills. The Pro 4 package transforms it into a luxury SUV, but at that price (£38), competitors like EE’s 150Mbps plan (£28.99/month) become tempting – and so does Vodafone’s own Full Fibre 150, which cost less than Full Fibre 74 at our sample address (£20.50 vs £25).
My recommendation: Stick with a basic plan if you’re under 3 users, but price Full Fibre 150 at your postcode too – at our sample address it was the cheaper of the two. Use the savings to grab a TP-Link Deco mesh system (£60) for better coverage.
Still unsure? Check out our other Vodafone reviews offering more speed Vodafone Full Fibre 150 Review and Vodafone Full Fibre 910 Review
FAQs
Can I use my own router instead of Vodafone’s hardware?
Yes, but with caveats. Vodafone’s PowerHub router must stay connected for authentication, but you can disable its Wi-Fi and connect your own router via Ethernet. Note: Using third-party hardware voids Vodafone’s speed guarantees.
Will my price increase during the contract?
Yes, by a fixed £3.50 a month every 1 April. At our sample address Full Fibre 74 goes from £25 to £28.50 in April 2027 and £32 in April 2028.
Is there a setup/installation fee?
No upfront costs for standard installation. However, complex setups (e.g., new fibre lines) may incur charges – Vodafone will confirm this during signup.
How do I claim the Vodafone mobile customer discount?
Log into your Vodafone mobile account before ordering broadband. The system automatically applies the £2/month discount (currently for Pay Monthly plans only).
What happens during outages?
Basic plan users get no backup. Pro 4 subscribers get 4G Broadband Back-up with 100GB of data a month. Vodafone is part of Ofcom’s automatic compensation scheme, so long outages can qualify for compensation.
