Is my Sky renewal offer cheaper than leaving?
Last reviewed November 2026. Desk research and our own calculation; no provider prices are quoted on this page.
A renewal offer looks cheaper because it’s compared with the price you were about to pay. The fair comparison is different: what the offer costs in total over its term, against what your alternative costs over the same months, including every one-off charge.
A worked example
These figures are illustrative, not a real offer.
| Option | Working | Total over 24 months |
|---|---|---|
| Accept the renewal | £65 × 24 | £1,560 |
| Switch | £45 × 24 + £180 setup and kit | £1,260 |
Switching saves £300. Divide the switching total by 24 and you get the price at which staying costs the same: £52.50 a month. That’s a sensible target to ask for if you’d rather stay. If your offer includes a £5 rise for the second year, staying costs £60 more and the starting price you need falls to £50.00.
Open this example in the calculator
Before you trust the answer
- What would you lose? A cheaper option that can’t record, or doesn’t carry the sport you watch, isn’t an option.
- Exit fees. If you’re still in a minimum term, leaving early usually costs something. Ask for the exact figure.
- Promotions end. If a new deal is cheap for 12 months, find the price for the months after. Don’t assume it stays.
- Bundles. Ofcom notes that switching broadband in a bundle may not cancel the TV part automatically.
Limitations
This page uses made-up prices to show the method. It doesn’t tell you what Sky or anyone else will offer you. Use the calculator with your own quote.
Source: Ofcom, switching broadband provider.