Sorting out broadband for movers is just one in a long list of tasks that makes moving home complicated. In fact - setting up internet access can be one of the most difficult and time consuming parts of moving into a new home.
The UK’s traditional broadband infrastructure makes establishing a new internet connection a hassle, even if you’re using the same provider as the previous occupants. If you want to switch providers, or change the type of network, the situation gets even worse.
Fortunately, alternative broadband solutions like mobile broadband provide a perfect alternative for movers. Here are some of the reasons traditional broadband fails for movers, and what mobile broadband does differently.
Mobile broadband vs traditional broadband for movers
Traditional Broadband | Mobile Broadband | |
Installation time | 2 weeks + | 1 working day |
Checking availability | Varies from home to home | Easily check your whole area |
Network switching | Locked into one network | Switch to the best available option |
Moving your contract | Pay an exit fee if your current network doesn’t cover your new home | Transfer your contract anywhere with mobile coverage |
Shorter installation time
Long installation times is one of the biggest problems home movers face with setting up broadband. Installing a new broadband connection in the UK typically takes at least two weeks. Moving into a new build property, engineer shortages at busy times or a complicated installation can all make that wait even longer.
Meanwhile, mobile broadband is available with next day delivery and is ready to use right out of the box, with set up taking just minutes.
Check availability with ease
Traditional broadband suppliers have rolled out fibre networks unevenly across the UK, with availability varying from street to street, and even between houses on the same street.
Unfortunately, you can’t rely on the internet provider your new neighbour uses being available at your address. From rural areas to central London, the UK is full of neighbourhoods and homes without good options for broadband. It’s possible you won’t know you’re moving into one until you arrive.
On the other hand, mobile broadband coverage is determined by area, and is therefore much simpler to check. You can even compare the coverage from every UK mobile provider through My Connectivity.
Easy network switching
Worried about choosing the wrong supplier? With traditional broadband, there’s no way to try out a network before you commit.
Once your new broadband connection is installed, you’re locked in for the length of your contract- usually 18 months or longer. If you find out speeds aren’t what you’d hoped your only options are to wait out the contract or pay a hefty expert fee.
With multi-network mobile broadband, you can simply switch between every mobile network in the UK. Use whichever has the best signal strength and speed in your area. If that ever changes you can change your connection to the new best option.
Moving your contract with you
The ideal broadband for movers is one that can be taken to new home after new home, but that’s often not the case with traditional wired broadband.
Your current provider may not be available at your next property - or might require a long wait for a complicated installation before they can be activated. If you’re still under contract, you’ll once again be faced with the option to pay an exit fee or be left without internet while you wait.
Why mobile broadband is better
Mobile broadband is ultra-portable, and works anywhere with a mobile signal, making it the perfect broadband for movers. Not only can you use it in your new home, it will also keep you connected if you spend time in temporary accommodation - even if it’s just for one night.
