Gigaclear Speed Test - Check Rural Full Fibre Speed
Test your Gigaclear internet speed in United Kingdom
www.gigaclear.comGigaclear is the UK's leading rural full fibre broadband provider, bringing gigabit connectivity to communities underserved by Openreach. Serving 150,000 customers across rural England, Gigaclear builds its own FTTP networks with symmetrical speeds up to 900 Mbps. Test your Gigaclear connection to measure actual download, upload, and latency performance.
About Gigaclear
Gigaclear, founded in 2010 in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, specializes in delivering full fibre broadband to rural communities that traditional providers have overlooked.
The company has connected over 150,000 customers across rural Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Northamptonshire, Leicestershire, and other counties in central and southern England. Gigaclear builds its own FTTP network from scratch, running fiber directly to homes rather than relying on Openreach.
The company has invested over £500 million in rural broadband infrastructure, often working with local councils and government subsidies.
Gigaclear Plans and Services
Gigaclear offers several internet plans across different technologies and price points.
Gigaclear plans range from £31 to £65 per month. Superfast 150 offers 150 Mbps symmetrical at £31, Superfast 300 delivers 300 Mbps at £40, Ultrafast 500 provides 500 Mbps at £50, and Ultrafast 900 reaches 900 Mbps at £65.
All plans include unlimited data, a WiFi router, and symmetrical speeds where upload matches download. Installation involves fiber cabling to your property and may require scheduling with Gigaclear engineers.
Gigaclear Internet Plans
| Plan | Speed | Price | Features |
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| Superfast 150 fiber | 150 Mbps | £31/month |
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| Superfast 300 fiber | 300 Mbps | £40/month |
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| Ultrafast 500 fiber | 500 Mbps | £50/month |
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| Ultrafast 900 fiber | 900 Mbps | £65/month |
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Prices and availability may vary by location. Contact Gigaclear for current offers.
Test Your Gigaclear Speed
Run a free speed test to check if Gigaclear delivers the speeds you are paying for. Test during peak evening hours for the most realistic results. Compare your results against Gigaclear advertised speeds above.
Gigaclear Speed Test FAQ
How fast is Gigaclear internet?
Gigaclear offers symmetrical speeds from 150 Mbps to 900 Mbps depending on your plan. Symmetrical means upload equals download, so a 500 Mbps plan delivers 500 Mbps in both directions. This is significantly better than FTTC (typically 10-20 Mbps upload) or satellite alternatives in rural areas. Gigaclear builds dedicated fiber to each property, providing urban-level speeds in rural locations where Openreach may only offer slow DSL or no service.
Where is Gigaclear available?
Gigaclear focuses on rural areas in England, particularly Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Northamptonshire, Leicestershire, Essex, Kent, and parts of the Cotswolds and Chilterns. Coverage is village-by-village rather than nationwide. Check availability at gigaclear.com using your postcode. If Gigaclear is building in your area, registration often helps prioritize connection. Gigaclear typically reaches communities where Openreach FTTC is unavailable or provides only slow speeds.
How do I test my Gigaclear speed?
Use the speed test tool on this page to measure your Gigaclear download speed, upload speed, and ping latency. For accurate results, connect directly to the Gigaclear router using an ethernet cable. Gigaclear provides symmetrical speeds, so upload should closely match download. If you experience slow speeds, the issue is likely WiFi related rather than the fiber connection. The test takes approximately 30 seconds.
How does Gigaclear compare to Starlink in rural areas?
Gigaclear offers faster, more consistent speeds than Starlink with lower latency. Gigaclear provides up to 900 Mbps symmetrical with 5-10ms ping, while Starlink averages 50-150 Mbps with 20-40ms latency. Gigaclear requires physical installation and is only available in specific rural areas. Starlink works anywhere with sky visibility but has variable speeds and higher latency. If Gigaclear is available at your address, it provides a superior fixed broadband experience.