Comparison Guide 2026

Still With TalkTalk?
You Could Do Better.

TalkTalk used to be the budget broadband champion — but prices have crept up while service quality hasn't. Families who audit ALL their bills through SaveFirst save an average of £36/month.

2,400+ families 4.9/5 rated 2-min audit
£432
Avg yearly saving
2 min
To get started
100%
Free service

Why Families Are Leaving TalkTalk

TalkTalk built its reputation on cheap broadband, but those days are fading. TalkTalk's prices have risen significantly while their speeds and customer service lag behind competitors.

Here's what's happening right now:

  • TalkTalk's mid-contract price rises mean your "cheap" deal gets expensive fast
  • Their network speeds are consistently slower than fibre alternatives from other providers
  • TalkTalk was hit by a major data breach affecting 4 million customers — security concerns remain
  • Out-of-contract customers are paying up to 40% more than new customer rates for the same service

TalkTalk vs SaveFirst — Side By Side

Here's how staying with TalkTalk compares to switching through SaveFirst:

TalkTalk SaveFirst
Average monthly energy cost £42/mo (broadband + line) £75–95/mo (exclusive rates)
Covers all 4 bills? Broadband only Gas, electric, broadband, mobile
Switching cost Possible exit fees Always free
Who does the work? You (phone calls, forms) We handle everything
Comparison site rates? Standard public rates Exclusive wholesale rates
Time to switch 2-4 weeks, multiple calls 2 minutes to start
Supply interruption None None

"TalkTalk was cheap when I joined 3 years ago. After price rises, I was paying nearly the same as BT for worse speeds. SaveFirst switched my broadband AND found savings on my energy and mobile too. £36 a month saved in total."

Emma G.
Sheffield — switched from TalkTalk
Saving £36/month

What Happens When You Switch From TalkTalk

Switching away from TalkTalk through SaveFirst is simple and risk-free.

1

Send Your Bills

Snap a photo of your TalkTalk bill plus your energy and mobile bills. WhatsApp them to us. Takes 60 seconds.

2

We Find Your Savings

We audit all four bills against exclusive wholesale rates not available on comparison sites. You get your savings report within 24 hours.

3

We Handle The Switch

You don't call TalkTalk. You don't cancel anything. We handle everything. No gap in your broadband service.

Ready To See What TalkTalk Is Really Costing You?

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Common Questions About Switching From TalkTalk

No. TalkTalk's prices have risen significantly since they first launched as a budget provider. After mid-contract price rises, many TalkTalk customers are paying comparable rates to premium providers but getting slower speeds. A free SaveFirst audit will show you better options.

With SaveFirst, you don't have to do anything. Send us your current TalkTalk bill (a photo on WhatsApp is fine), and we handle the entire switch. There's no gap in your broadband service — the switchover is seamless.

Your landline number transfers automatically. TalkTalk email addresses (@talktalk.net) may not be transferable, so if this is important, we'll advise you on options before switching. Most customers have already moved to Gmail or Outlook.

Yes, completely free. We're paid by the provider when you switch — you never pay us anything. If we can't save you money, nobody pays anything and you stay exactly where you are.

The Bottom Line

TalkTalk was once the smart budget choice — but their prices have caught up while their service hasn't. You're probably paying premium prices for a budget service.

A free SaveFirst audit takes 2 minutes and covers all your bills. If we can't save you money, you stay with TalkTalk and nothing changes. If we can — and most families save £36/month or more — it's all yours.

There's literally no downside. The only risk is waiting another month.