Monthly rolling broadband vs long contracts

The two models in one paragraph

Rolling monthly: pay month-to-month, leave with 30 days' notice, no early-termination fee. Long contract: commit to 12/18/24 months, pay an exit fee if you leave early, usually cheaper headline price, often with mid-contract price rises tied to inflation.

Head-to-head

| | Rolling monthly | Long contract | |---|---|---| | Notice to leave | 30 days | Full term or ETF | | Mid-contract price rises | Rare (only with fair notice) | Common (CPI + %) | | Headline price | Slightly higher | Slightly lower | | Flexibility to upgrade | Any time | Wait it out | | Moving home | Free with us | Sometimes chargeable |

The maths people forget

A cheap 24-month deal that rises by CPI + 3.9% at year two often costs more over the full term than a stable rolling price. Do the sum before you sign.

When rolling wins

• You value certainty of price over headline discount.
• You might move, upgrade or change jobs.
• You've been stung by a mid-contract hike before.

When long wins

• Your address is settled, price is everything, and you'll read the price-rise clause carefully.

FAQ

Can I switch from a long contract to rolling? Yes — wait until the fixed term ends, then switch. Or leave early and pay the ETF. See our switching guide.