EE launches its fastest fibre broadband ever - 8GB per second speeds should appeal to home workers, gamers and AI developers alike
As long as you're in Surrey - where EE will be delivering its fastest speeds yet.
EE has introduced its fastest fibre broadband, boasting download speeds of 2.3Gbps and a potential 8Gbps, which are reportedly 222 times quicker than traditional superfast fibre connections. These top speeds were first introduced in the Guildford and Woking areas of Surrey, London's commuter belt, following a successful trial in early 2026. The new Advanced Full Fibre Broadband plans are currently only available in these two locations due to the installation of the glass fibre network by Openreach.
The plans target users who require video conferencing, remote working, content upload, and multiple Internet of Things (IoT) devices, as well as online gamers and streaming enthusiasts. The two plans offered by EE are the 2.3Gbps Advanced Full Fibre Broadband plan, priced at £54.99 per month, and the 8Gbps plan, available from £74.99 per month. Although upload speeds are not explicitly mentioned, it is expected they will be similarly fast.
XGS-PON (10-Gigabit-capable Symmetric Passive Optical Network) is a high-speed, high-bandwidth data network standard, available across Europe, North America, and other regions. In the UK, it is utilized by Openreach in various networks, including nexfibre and CityFibre. EE employs this technology to provide its plans. With support for up to 190 devices, these plans include routers suitable for IoT and smart home applications.
EE's Director of Product, Home and TV, Luciano Oliveira, stated that offering broadband speeds up to 8Gbps using the XGS-PON technology marks a significant milestone. As homes become increasingly connected and customer demands for broadband intensify, the company is investing in technologies that power the next generation of digital experiences.
The announcement comes at a time when all providers selling access to Openreach lines face challenges, as the differences in connections across the country, along with the legacy copper lines in some locations, hinder the ability to offer uniform speeds for all customers. This issue is not unique to EE, leaving competitors eager to observe the outcome of this pioneering move.
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