Shell Energy Speed Test - Check Broadband Speed

Test your Shell Energy Broadband internet speed in United Kingdom

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Shell Energy Broadband serves approximately 500,000 UK customers using the Openreach network. Originally First Utility, the company was rebranded under Shell Energy in 2019. Test your Shell Energy connection to measure actual download, upload, and latency performance.

About Shell Energy Broadband

Shell Energy Broadband, launched in 2019 when Shell rebranded its First Utility acquisition, operates as part of Shell Energy's UK consumer services division. Headquartered in London, Shell Energy serves approximately 500,000 broadband customers using the Openreach network.

The company also provides gas, electricity, and smart home services, positioning broadband as part of an integrated energy and connectivity bundle. Shell Energy competes in the budget broadband segment alongside NOW Broadband and TalkTalk.

Shell Energy Broadband Plans and Services

Shell Energy Broadband offers several internet plans across different technologies and price points.

Shell Energy plans range from £19.99 to £39.99 per month. Fast Broadband offers 11 Mbps ADSL at £19.99. Superfast Fibre delivers 38 Mbps at £24.99.

Superfast Fibre Plus provides 67 Mbps at £28.99. Ultrafast Fibre Plus reaches 900 Mbps at £39.99 where FTTP is available. All plans include unlimited data.

Shell Energy offers discounts for customers bundling broadband with energy supply, providing savings on both utility bills.

Shell Energy Broadband Internet Plans

PlanSpeedPriceFeatures
Fast Broadband fiber11 Mbps£19.99/month
  • 11 Mbps average
  • ADSL connection
  • Budget option
Superfast Fibre fiber38 Mbps£24.99/month
  • 38 Mbps average
  • FTTC connection
  • HD streaming
Superfast Fibre Plus fiber67 Mbps£28.99/month
  • 67 Mbps average
  • FTTC vectoring
  • Most popular
Ultrafast Fibre Plus fiber900 Mbps£39.99/month
  • 900 Mbps average
  • FTTP full fibre
  • Gigabit-class

Prices and availability may vary by location. Contact Shell Energy Broadband for current offers.

Test Your Shell Energy Broadband Speed

Run a free speed test to check if Shell Energy Broadband delivers the speeds you are paying for. Test during peak evening hours for the most realistic results. Compare your results against Shell Energy Broadband advertised speeds above.

Shell Energy Broadband Speed Test FAQ

How fast is Shell Energy Broadband?

Shell Energy offers speeds from 11 Mbps ADSL to 900 Mbps full fibre depending on your plan and Openreach infrastructure. FTTC fibre reaches 38-67 Mbps while FTTP full fibre achieves 900 Mbps where available. Shell Energy uses the Openreach network, so speeds are comparable to other Openreach-based providers at equivalent tiers. Actual speeds depend on your distance from the cabinet and line quality.

Is Shell Energy the same as First Utility?

Yes, Shell Energy is the rebranded version of First Utility. Shell acquired First Utility and renamed it Shell Energy in 2019. Existing First Utility broadband customers were migrated to Shell Energy branding. The underlying broadband service uses the same Openreach infrastructure. Shell expanded the offering to include energy bundles combining broadband with gas and electricity.

How do I test my Shell Energy speed?

Use the speed test tool on this page to measure your Shell Energy download speed, upload speed, and ping latency. Connect to your router via ethernet for accurate results. FTTC customers should expect asymmetric speeds with upload around 9-19 Mbps. FTTP customers will see higher speeds. Test during evening hours to assess peak performance.

Can I bundle Shell Energy broadband with energy?

Yes, Shell Energy offers discounts for customers who bundle broadband with gas and electricity supply. Bundling can provide meaningful savings on combined utility and broadband bills. The energy plans include renewable electricity options. Check shellenergy.co.uk for current bundle pricing and availability at your postcode.

Last verified: February 8, 2026

Data source: Shell Energy official website, Ofcom broadband data