{"id":8803,"date":"2026-03-26T15:10:29","date_gmt":"2026-03-26T15:10:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/?p=8803"},"modified":"2026-03-26T15:10:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T15:10:29","slug":"ee-full-fibre-500-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/","title":{"rendered":"EE Full Fibre 500 Review"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.149.102.158.7.sslip.io\/cbp\/2025\/11\/EE-Full-Fibre-500-Review-1024x576.png\" alt=\"EE Full Fibre 500 Review\" class=\"wp-image-8804\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.149.102.158.7.sslip.io\/cbp\/2025\/11\/EE-Full-Fibre-500-Review-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/storage.149.102.158.7.sslip.io\/cbp\/2025\/11\/EE-Full-Fibre-500-Review-300x169.png 300w, 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is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-popcorn-font-l-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:700;line-height:1.1\">Offer Alert!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Switch to EE and they&#8217;ll pay your leaving fee <strong>up to \u00a3300<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/tidd.ly\/3WRpB13\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>See Details Here<\/strong> <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">What's Inside<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" 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Speed Comparison Tool<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#What_this_means_for_you\">What this means for you:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Speed_Performance_Reliable_and_Rapid\">Speed &amp; Performance: Reliable and Rapid<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Key_Stats\">Key Stats<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Real-World_Performance\">Real-World Performance<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Who_Actually_Needs_500Mbps\">Who Actually Needs 500Mbps?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#What_Can_You_Do_with_500Mbps\">What Can You Do with 500Mbps?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Plan_Breakdown_Understanding_the_Pricing\">Plan Breakdown: Understanding the Pricing<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Plan_Add-on_Overview\">Plan &amp; Add-on Overview<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Price_Comparison_Table\">Price Comparison Table<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Router_Hardware_Modern_and_Capable\">Router &amp; Hardware: Modern and Capable<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Included_Router_Smart_Hub_Plus\">Included Router: Smart Hub Plus<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Optional_Upgrades\">Optional Upgrades:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Customer_Service_EEs_Winning_Card\">Customer Service: EE&#x2019;s Winning Card<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Customer_Satisfaction_Scores\">Customer Satisfaction Scores<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Support_Channels\">Support Channels:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Verdict_A_Solid_Choice_for_the_Connected_Household\">Verdict: A Solid Choice for the Connected Household<\/a><\/li><\/ul><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Final_Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-2\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Does_EE_Full_Fibre_500_come_with_a_landline\">Does EE Full Fibre 500 come with a landline?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#What_is_the_Wi-Fi_Enhancer_feature\">What is the Wi-Fi Enhancer feature?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Is_the_Wi-Fi_7_router_upgrade_worth_the_extra_10month\">Is the Wi-Fi 7 router upgrade worth the extra &#xA3;10\/month?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#What_happens_if_my_speed_is_consistently_below_500Mbps\">What happens if my speed is consistently below 500Mbps?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Can_I_use_my_own_router_with_EE\">Can I use my own router with EE?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#Are_there_any_perks_for_EE_mobile_customers\">Are there any perks for EE mobile customers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#What_is_the_contract_length_and_are_there_setup_fees\">What is the contract length and are there setup fees?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/product-reviews\/ee-full-fibre-500-review\/#How_does_the_annual_price_increase_work\">How does the annual price increase work?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"EE_Full_Fibre_500_Review_A_Premium_Mid-Tier_Powerhouse\"><\/span>EE Full Fibre 500 Review: A Premium Mid-Tier Powerhouse?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Stepping up from entry-level full fibre often leads you to a sweet spot: the 500Mbps tier. It&rsquo;s the kind of speed that promises to make <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_c42adb740822f7814adffb3e3d1f06d0\"  href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/glossary\/buffering\/\"  target=\"_blank\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>buffering<\/a> a distant memory, even with multiple 4K streams, large file downloads, and competitive gaming all happening at once. But does EE&rsquo;s Full Fibre 500 plan deliver on this promise of effortless, high-performance internet?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of the BT Group, <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/tracking.comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/ee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"EE\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1153\">EE<\/a> leverages the extensive Openreach <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_f4a77d709954af323a24064510e3e6a1\"  href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/glossary\/network\/\"  target=\"_blank\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>network<\/a>, but positions itself as the more innovative and speed-focused brand. With a claimed average <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_8eb5fb7576d73b7d261a84bc9f920cc4\"  href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/glossary\/download-speed\/\"  target=\"_blank\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>download speed<\/a> of 500Mbps and a robust 73Mbps upload, this plan is aimed at busy households and serious home workers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#x2019;ve analysed the specs, sifted through customer feedback, and compared it to the competition to see if EE&#x2019;s offering provides good value or if you&#x2019;re simply paying a premium for the brand name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color has-popcorn-senary-color-border-color is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-52009084 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:0.5rem;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">EE Broadband<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"189\" src=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/banner-ee.png\" alt=\"ee broadband offers\" class=\"wp-image-6321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/banner-ee.png 400w, https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/banner-ee-300x142.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Powered by BT With Great Hardware<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-s-font-size\">&#x2705; You crave blistering speeds (1.6Gbps is&#xA0;<em>overkill<\/em>, but future-proof).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-s-font-size\">&#x2705; Gaming or WFH is non-negotiable (hello, Game Mode!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-s-font-size\">&#x2705; You value quick customer support and low complaint rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50 is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/tracking.comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/ee-broadband\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><strong>EE DEALS<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50 is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-popcorn-secondary-color-background-color has-background has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>COMPARE DEALS<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"EE_Full_Fibre_500_Speed_Comparison_Tool\"><\/span>EE Full Fibre 500 Speed Comparison Tool<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<style>\n.speed-comparison-tool {\n    font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n    max-width: 800px;\n    margin: 20px auto;\n    padding: 20px;\n    box-shadow: 0 0 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\n    border-radius: 8px;\n}\n\n.input-section {\n    margin-bottom: 20px;\n}\n\n.input-section input {\n    padding: 8px;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    border: 1px solid #ddd;\n    border-radius: 4px;\n    width: 100px;\n}\n\n.speed-bars {\n    margin-top: 20px;\n}\n\n.speed-bar {\n    margin-bottom: 20px;\n}\n\n.bar-label {\n    display: flex;\n    justify-content: space-between;\n    margin-bottom: 5px;\n}\n\n.progress-bar {\n    height: 30px;\n    background: #f0f0f0;\n    border-radius: 15px;\n    overflow: hidden;\n    position: relative;\n}\n\n.progress {\n    height: 100%;\n    width: 0%;\n    background: linear-gradient(90deg, #007bff, #00d084);\n    transition: width 1s ease-in-out;\n}\n\n.comparison-results {\n    margin-top: 20px;\n    padding: 15px;\n    background: #f8f9fa;\n    border-radius: 8px;\n}\n\n.activity-comparison {\n    margin-top: 15px;\n}\n\n.activity-item {\n    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        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"progress-bar\">\n                <div class=\"progress\" id=\"current-progress\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"speed-bar\">\n            <div class=\"bar-label\">\n                <span>EE Full Fibre 500<\/span>\n                <span>500 Mbps<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"progress-bar\">\n                <div class=\"progress\" id=\"ee500-progress\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"comparison-results\">\n        <h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_this_means_for_you\"><\/span>What this means for you:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n        <div class=\"difference-indicator\" id=\"speed-difference\"><\/div>\n        <div class=\"activity-comparison\" id=\"activity-comparison\">\n            <!-- Activities will be populated by JavaScript -->\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<script>\nfunction compareSpeed() {\n    const currentSpeed = parseFloat(document.getElementById('current-speed').value);\n    const eeSpeed = 500;\n\n    \/\/ Update speed labels\n    document.getElementById('current-speed-label').textContent = `${currentSpeed} Mbps`;\n\n    \/\/ Calculate percentages for the progress bars (using 500 as max)\n    const currentPercentage = (currentSpeed \/ eeSpeed) * 100;\n    const eePercentage = 100;\n\n    \/\/ Animate progress bars\n    document.getElementById('current-progress').style.width = `${currentPercentage}%`;\n    document.getElementById('ee500-progress').style.width = `${eePercentage}%`;\n\n    \/\/ Calculate and display speed difference\n    let timesFaster;\n    if (currentSpeed === 0) {\n        timesFaster = \"much\";\n    } else if (eeSpeed \/ currentSpeed < 1) {\n        timesFaster = \"less than 1x\";\n    } else {\n        timesFaster = Math.round(eeSpeed \/ currentSpeed) + \"x\";\n    }\n\n    document.getElementById('speed-difference').textContent 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class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Metric<\/th><th>EE Full Fibre 500<\/th><th>Industry Average for 500Mbps<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Average Download Speed<\/strong><\/td><td>500Mbps&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/ee.co.uk\/broadband\/full-fibre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td>450-500Mbps<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Upload Speed<\/strong><\/td><td>73Mbps&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/ee.co.uk\/broadband\/full-fibre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td>50-70Mbps<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Technology<\/strong><\/td><td>Full Fibre (FTTP)&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/ee.co.uk\/broadband\/full-fibre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td>FTTP\/FTTC<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Real-World_Performance\"><\/span><strong>Real-World Performance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Typical Speeds:<\/strong>&#xA0;As a full fibre product, expect consistently high speeds with minimal drop-off during peak hours&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uswitch.com\/broadband\/reviews\/ee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Upload Capability:<\/strong>&#xA0;The 73Mbps upload is a standout feature, making it excellent for video conferencing, cloud backups, and content creation&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/ee.co.uk\/broadband\/full-fibre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Low <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_7019dd3c4fcaafe50da1e3316e438e4c\"  href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/glossary\/latency\/\"  target=\"_blank\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>Latency<\/a>:<\/strong>&#xA0;Full fibre connections provide significantly lower latency and a more reliable connection compared to part-fibre options, which is crucial for online gaming and real-time applications&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uswitch.com\/broadband\/reviews\/ee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Actually_Needs_500Mbps\"><\/span><strong>Who Actually Needs 500Mbps?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&#x2705; Households with 4+ heavy internet users<br>&#x2705; Frequent 4K streaming on multiple screens<br>&#x2705; Online gamers and those uploading large files regularly<br>&#x2705; Home workers using cloud services and video calls extensively<br>&#x274C; Smaller households with basic browsing and streaming needs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_You_Do_with_500Mbps\"><\/span>What Can You Do with 500Mbps?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<style>\n.comparison-container {\n    font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n    max-width: 700px;\n    margin: 30px auto;\n    padding: 16px 0;\n}\n.comparison-container h2 {\n    font-weight: bold;\n    font-size: 2rem;\n    margin-bottom: 24px;\n    text-align: left;\n}\n.comparison-card {\n    background: #fff;\n    border-radius: 14px;\n    box-shadow: 0 2px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.09);\n    padding: 22px 24px;\n    margin-bottom: 20px;\n    display: flex;\n    align-items: center;\n    gap: 20px;\n    transition: box-shadow .2s;\n}\n.comparison-card:hover {\n    box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.16);\n}\n.comparison-icon {\n    font-size: 2.1rem;\n    flex-shrink: 0;\n}\n.comparison-content {\n    flex: 1;\n}\n.comparison-title {\n    font-weight: bold;\n    font-size: 1.12rem;\n    margin-bottom: 4px;\n}\n.comparison-desc {\n    color: 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class=\"comparison-desc\">Download time with 500 Mbps connection<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-badge\">~22 minutes<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"comparison-card\">\n        <div class=\"comparison-icon\">&#x1F3AC;<\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-content\">\n            <div class=\"comparison-title\">4K Movie (100GB)<\/div>\n            <div class=\"comparison-desc\">Download time with 500 Mbps connection<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-badge\">~27 minutes<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"comparison-card\">\n        <div class=\"comparison-icon\">&#x1F4F8;<\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-content\">\n            <div class=\"comparison-title\">Photo Backup (1GB)<\/div>\n            <div class=\"comparison-desc\">Upload time to <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_f0182b774c1781bcb2181f5d5480049f\"  href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/glossary\/cloud-storage\/\"  target=\"_blank\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>cloud storage<\/a><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-badge\">~16 seconds<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"comparison-card\">\n        <div class=\"comparison-icon\">&#x1F3E0;<\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-content\">\n            <div class=\"comparison-title\"><a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_281a2aa2e043306cef303d869641ba3e\"  href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/glossary\/smart-home\/\"  target=\"_blank\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>Smart Home<\/a> Ecosystem<\/div>\n            <div class=\"comparison-desc\">Support for extensive smart home setup<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-badge\">100+ devices<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"comparison-card\">\n        <div class=\"comparison-icon\">&#x1F468;&#x200D;&#x1F4BB;<\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-content\">\n            <div class=\"comparison-title\">Work From Home<\/div>\n            <div class=\"comparison-desc\">Support for many HD video conferences and cloud services<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-badge\">Up to 30 users<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"comparison-card\">\n        <div class=\"comparison-icon\">&#x23EC;<\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-content\">\n            <div class=\"comparison-title\">Download Speed<\/div>\n            <div class=\"comparison-desc\">Maximum download speed in megabytes per second<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-badge\">~62.5 MB\/s<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"comparison-card\">\n        <div class=\"comparison-icon\">&#x1F3AE;<\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-content\">\n            <div class=\"comparison-title\">Game Streaming<\/div>\n            <div class=\"comparison-desc\">Cloud gaming at 4K\/60fps quality<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-badge\">4K\/60fps<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"comparison-card\">\n        <div class=\"comparison-icon\">&#x1F4F1;<\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-content\">\n            <div class=\"comparison-title\">Connected Devices<\/div>\n            <div class=\"comparison-desc\">Number of devices that can use bandwidth-intensive apps simultaneously<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-badge\">80+ devices<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"comparison-card\">\n        <div class=\"comparison-icon\">&#x1F3AC;<\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-content\">\n            <div class=\"comparison-title\">Content Creation<\/div>\n            <div class=\"comparison-desc\">Upload large video files or stream at 4K\/60fps quality<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-badge\">4K\/60fps<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"comparison-card\">\n        <div class=\"comparison-icon\">&#x2601;&#xFE0F;<\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-content\">\n            <div class=\"comparison-title\"><a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_ced0282e27c636cfcca6e49645812fc3\"  href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/glossary\/server-hosting\/\"  target=\"_blank\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>Server Hosting<\/a><\/div>\n            <div class=\"comparison-desc\">Run multiple home servers for personal or small business use<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"comparison-badge\">Advanced home hosting<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plan_Breakdown_Understanding_the_Pricing\"><\/span>Plan Breakdown: Understanding the Pricing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>EE structures its plans with a base broadband cost and several optional add-ons, allowing for customization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plan_Add-on_Overview\"><\/span>Plan &amp; Add-on Overview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Component<\/th><th>What&#x2019;s Included\/Cost<\/th><th>Is It Worth It?<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Base Plan<\/strong><\/td><td>&#xA3;31.99\/month (24-month contract)&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expertreviews.co.uk\/technology\/broadband-mobile-networks\/ee-broadband-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td>Core service with Smart Hub Plus <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_0db522e294452074795219456b014594\"  href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/glossary\/router\/\"  target=\"_blank\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>router<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Smart Hub Pro Upgrade<\/strong><\/td><td>+&#xA3;10\/month&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expertreviews.co.uk\/technology\/broadband-mobile-networks\/ee-broadband-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td>For tech enthusiasts with <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_fec65dd0c2d0139e688550c76ecd13cd\"  href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/glossary\/wi-fi\/\"  target=\"_blank\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>Wi-Fi<\/a> 7 devices; overkill for most<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Smart Wi-Fi Plus<\/strong><\/td><td>+&#xA3;7\/month&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expertreviews.co.uk\/technology\/broadband-mobile-networks\/ee-broadband-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td>Adds a mesh disc; recommended for larger homes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Wi-Fi Enhancer<\/strong><\/td><td>+&#xA3;5\/month&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expertreviews.co.uk\/technology\/broadband-mobile-networks\/ee-broadband-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td>Prioritises gaming\/work traffic; a &#x201C;nice-to-have&#x201D;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>4G Backup (Smart Hybrid Connect)<\/strong><\/td><td>+&#xA3;7\/month&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadbandanalyst.co.uk\/reviews\/ee-broadband\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td>Crucial for those who work from home and cannot afford any downtime<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important Pricing Note:<\/strong>&#xA0;Like most providers, EE implements an&#xA0;<strong>annual price increase<\/strong>. Your monthly cost will rise each year by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rate of inflation plus 3.9%&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.choose.co.uk\/broadband\/ee\/reviews\/fibre-max\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Price_Comparison_Table\"><\/span>Price Comparison Table<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Provider<\/th><th>Plan Speed<\/th><th>Monthly Cost<\/th><th>Key Differentiator<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>EE<\/strong><\/td><td>500Mbps<\/td><td>&#xA3;31.99<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expertreviews.co.uk\/technology\/broadband-mobile-networks\/ee-broadband-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td>Premium hardware, mobile discounts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/tracking.comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/fullfibre900\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"BT\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1156\">BT<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>500Mbps<\/td><td>~&#xA3;34.99 (est.)<\/td><td>Similar network, often includes more TV\/entertainment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/tracking.comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/vodafonefullfibre900\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"Vodafone\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1155\">Vodafone<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>500Mbps<\/td><td>~&#xA3;32.00 (est.)<\/td><td>Often cheaper upfront<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/tracking.comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/skybroadbandultrafast\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"Sky\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1154\">Sky<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>500Mbps<\/td><td>~&#xA3;38.00 (est.)<\/td><td>Strong TV and entertainment bundles<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-popcorn-paragraph-alert-info has-popcorn-info-text-color has-popcorn-info-background-background-color has-text-color has-background\"><strong>Mobile Customer Advantage:<\/strong>&#xA0;EE pay monthly mobile customers receive an ongoing&#xA0;<strong>10% discount<\/strong>&#xA0;on their broadband bill, making the deals significantly more competitive&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.choose.co.uk\/broadband\/ee\/reviews\/fibre-max\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Router_Hardware_Modern_and_Capable\"><\/span>Router &amp; Hardware: Modern and Capable<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Included_Router_Smart_Hub_Plus\"><\/span><strong>Included Router: Smart Hub Plus<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Wi-Fi 6 Technology:<\/strong>&nbsp;The standard router provided is the Smart Hub Plus, which supports modern Wi-Fi 6 for efficient multi-device <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_4ab868bd8c3416c0a3eec97c6c6d6744\"  href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/glossary\/connectivity\/\"  target=\"_blank\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>connectivity<\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadbandanalyst.co.uk\/reviews\/ee-broadband\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expertreviews.co.uk\/technology\/broadband-mobile-networks\/ee-broadband-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Management:<\/strong>&#xA0;Easy setup and network controls are handled through the user-friendly EE app&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/ee.co.uk\/broadband\/full-fibre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coverage:<\/strong>&#xA0;Suitable for most 3-4 bedroom homes. For larger properties or those with thick walls, the&#xA0;<strong>Smart <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_fec65dd0c2d0139e688550c76ecd13cd\"  href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/glossary\/wi-fi\/\"  target=\"_blank\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>Wi-Fi<\/a> Plus<\/strong>&#xA0;add-on (mesh discs) is recommended&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadbandanalyst.co.uk\/reviews\/ee-broadband\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Optional_Upgrades\"><\/span><strong>Optional Upgrades:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Smart Hub Pro:<\/strong>&#xA0;For an extra &#xA3;10\/month, you can upgrade to a&#xA0;<strong>Wi-Fi 7 router<\/strong>, making EE one of the first major UK providers to offer this future-proof technology&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadbandanalyst.co.uk\/reviews\/ee-broadband\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expertreviews.co.uk\/technology\/broadband-mobile-networks\/ee-broadband-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Smart Hybrid Connect:<\/strong>&#xA0;This 4G backup box is a valuable add-on for reliability. It automatically switches to EE&#x2019;s mobile network if your fibre line fails, ensuring you stay online&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadbandanalyst.co.uk\/reviews\/ee-broadband\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Customer_Service_EEs_Winning_Card\"><\/span>Customer Service: EE&#x2019;s Winning Card<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Customer_Satisfaction_Scores\"><\/span>Customer Satisfaction Scores<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Aspect<\/th><th>Score \/ Rating<\/th><th>Context<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Overall Satisfaction<\/strong><\/td><td>3.96\/5&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uswitch.com\/broadband\/reviews\/ee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td>Broadly happy customers, ranking 4th among major providers.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Value for Money<\/strong><\/td><td>81% satisfaction&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expertreviews.co.uk\/technology\/broadband-mobile-networks\/ee-broadband-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td>Seen as good value for the service provided.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Customer Service<\/strong><\/td><td>90% satisfaction&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expertreviews.co.uk\/technology\/broadband-mobile-networks\/ee-broadband-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td>An area they excel; considered top-table.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reliability<\/strong><\/td><td>4.04\/5&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uswitch.com\/broadband\/reviews\/ee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td>The full fibre connection itself is highly reliable.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Support_Channels\"><\/span><strong>Support Channels:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>UK-Based Call Centers:<\/strong>&#xA0;24\/7&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/glossary\/availability\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Online Chat:<\/strong>&#xA0;Average 5-minute wait times<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>EE App:<\/strong>&#xA0;Comprehensive troubleshooting tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Community Forum:<\/strong>&#xA0;Peer-to-peer support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color has-popcorn-senary-color-border-color is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-52009084 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:0.5rem;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">EE Broadband<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"189\" src=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/banner-ee.png\" alt=\"ee broadband offers\" class=\"wp-image-6321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/banner-ee.png 400w, https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/banner-ee-300x142.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Powered by BT With Great Hardware<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-s-font-size\">&#x2705; You crave blistering speeds (1.6Gbps is&#xA0;<em>overkill<\/em>, but future-proof).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-s-font-size\">&#x2705; Gaming or WFH is non-negotiable (hello, Game Mode!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-s-font-size\">&#x2705; You value quick customer support and low complaint rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50 is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/tracking.comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/ee-broadband\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><strong>EE DEALS<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50 is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-popcorn-secondary-color-background-color has-background has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>COMPARE DEALS<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Verdict_A_Solid_Choice_for_the_Connected_Household\"><\/span>Verdict: A Solid Choice for the Connected Household<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Choose EE Full Fibre 500 if:<\/strong><br>&#x2705; You are an&#xA0;<strong>EE mobile customer<\/strong>&#xA0;(the discount makes it a great deal)&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.choose.co.uk\/broadband\/ee\/reviews\/fibre-max\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<br>&#x2705; You value&#xA0;<strong>hardware innovation<\/strong>&#xA0;like available Wi-Fi 7 and 4G backup&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadbandanalyst.co.uk\/reviews\/ee-broadband\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<br>&#x2705; Your household has&#xA0;<strong>high demands<\/strong>&#xA0;for both download and upload speeds&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/ee.co.uk\/broadband\/full-fibre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<br>&#x2705; You want a provider with a&#xA0;<strong>strong track record for reliable full fibre performance<\/strong>&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uswitch.com\/broadband\/reviews\/ee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Consider alternatives if:<\/strong><br>&#x274C; You are on a tight budget and are not an EE mobile customer.<br>&#x274C; You prioritize the absolute best customer service experience above all else&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expertreviews.co.uk\/technology\/broadband-mobile-networks\/ee-broadband-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<br>&#x274C; You do not need the extra speed and a lower-tier plan would suffice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>EE&#x2019;s Full Fibre 500 is the&#xA0;<strong>premium estate car<\/strong>&#xA0;of broadband &#x2013; offering serious power and space for the whole family, without the supercar price tag. It delivers a rock-solid 500Mbps for downloads and a zippy 73Mbps for uploads, all powered by a capable Wi-Fi 6 router that handles multiple devices with ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At&#xA0;<strong>&#xA3;31.99\/month<\/strong>, it sits in a competitive sweet spot, though&#xA0;<strong>Vodafone often undercuts it slightly<\/strong>. The real value unlock is for EE mobile customers, who get a&#xA0;<strong>10% discount<\/strong>. For smaller households, the 150Mbps plan is plenty, but for families with heavy streaming, gaming, and working from home, this 500Mbps tier is the perfect balance of performance and price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-popcorn-paragraph-alert-info has-popcorn-info-text-color has-popcorn-info-background-background-color has-text-color has-background\"><strong>My take:<\/strong>&#xA0;Go for EE Full Fibre 500 if you&#x2019;re a&#xA0;<strong>data-hungry household<\/strong>&#xA0;that wants headroom for the future and you&#x2019;re on an EE mobile plan. If you&#x2019;re a budget-focused buyer, check Vodafone&#x2019;s price. For content creators who live in the upload lane, a symmetrical alt-net might be worth the hunt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Still torn?&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Compare all 500Mbps deals here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_EE_Full_Fibre_500_come_with_a_landline\"><\/span><strong>Does EE Full Fibre 500 come with a landline?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No, EE&#x2019;s Full Fibre plans are data-only and do not include a traditional landline. If you need a home phone service, you can add a&#xA0;<strong>Digital Home Phone<\/strong>&#xA0;service for an extra cost, which provides calling over your broadband connection&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/ee.co.uk\/broadband\/full-fibre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.choose.co.uk\/broadband\/ee\/reviews\/fibre-max\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Wi-Fi_Enhancer_feature\"><\/span><strong>What is the Wi-Fi Enhancer feature?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an EE feature that allows you to prioritise internet traffic for specific uses, like gaming (Game Mode) or work applications. It aims to reduce lag and find the best <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_2e20d6d0714dcbfebae9571208ef9169\"  href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/glossary\/server\/\"  target=\"_blank\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>server<\/a> connection, though it comes at an additional monthly cost&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ee.co.uk\/broadband\/full-fibre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expertreviews.co.uk\/technology\/broadband-mobile-networks\/ee-broadband-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_Wi-Fi_7_router_upgrade_worth_the_extra_10month\"><\/span><strong>Is the Wi-Fi 7 router upgrade worth the extra &#xA3;10\/month?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For most households,&#xA0;<strong>probably not yet<\/strong>. The Smart Hub Plus (Wi-Fi 6) is already very capable. The Smart Hub Pro (<a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"cmtt_fec65dd0c2d0139e688550c76ecd13cd\"  href=\"https:\/\/comparebroadbandpackages.co.uk\/guides\/glossary\/wi-fi\/\"  target=\"_blank\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>Wi-Fi<\/a> 7) is a future-proofing option best suited for tech enthusiasts with many Wi-Fi 7 compatible devices who want to maximise performance&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expertreviews.co.uk\/technology\/broadband-mobile-networks\/ee-broadband-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_my_speed_is_consistently_below_500Mbps\"><\/span><strong>What happens if my speed is consistently below 500Mbps?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>EE guarantees the speed to your hub. If after 30 days of reporting an issue they cannot restore the promised performance, you may be able to exit your contract without an early termination fee&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/ee.co.uk\/broadband\/full-fibre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_my_own_router_with_EE\"><\/span><strong>Can I use my own router with EE?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, but you might lose access to some of EE&#x2019;s bespoke features and support guarantees that are optimized for their own Smart Hub&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uswitch.com\/broadband\/reviews\/ee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_any_perks_for_EE_mobile_customers\"><\/span><strong>Are there any perks for EE mobile customers?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, this is a significant advantage. EE pay monthly mobile customers get a&#xA0;<strong>10% ongoing discount<\/strong>&#xA0;on their broadband bill and often receive extra data on their mobile plan&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.choose.co.uk\/broadband\/ee\/reviews\/fibre-max\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_contract_length_and_are_there_setup_fees\"><\/span><strong>What is the contract length and are there setup fees?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>EE Full Fibre 500 typically comes with a&#xA0;<strong>24-month contract<\/strong>&#xA0;and often has&#xA0;<strong>no upfront setup cost<\/strong>&#xA0;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.choose.co.uk\/broadband\/ee\/reviews\/fibre-max\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expertreviews.co.uk\/technology\/broadband-mobile-networks\/ee-broadband-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_the_annual_price_increase_work\"><\/span><strong>How does the annual price increase work?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>EE, like most major providers, increases your monthly bill each year (usually in March or April) by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rate of inflation plus 3.9%. 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