Sky Glass Prices and Deals: TV and Subscription Costs
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Current Sky Glass Prices (Master Table)
The single master table below details the official pricing for Sky Glass hardware. Sky finances television hardware at 0% APR fixed through Sky Credit Limited.
| Model & Screen Size | Upfront Outright | 48-Month Finance | 24-Month Finance | Upfront Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sky Glass Air 43-inch | £309 | ~£6.00 / month | ~£12.00 / month | £20.00 |
| Sky Glass Air 55-inch | £459 | ~£9.00 / month | ~£18.00 / month | £20.00 |
| Sky Glass Air 65-inch | £609 | ~£12.00 / month | ~£24.00 / month | £20.00 |
| Sky Glass Gen 2 43-inch | £699 | ~£14.00 / month | ~£28.00 / month | £20.00 |
| Sky Glass Gen 2 55-inch | £949 | ~£19.00 / month | ~£38.00 / month | £20.00 |
| Sky Glass Gen 2 65-inch | £1,199 | ~£24.00 / month | ~£48.00 / month | £20.00 |
Price Differences by Model and Size
Moving from a 43" to a 55" screen adds roughly £3 to £5 per month on a 48-month agreement. Upgrading from the entry-level Air to the flagship Gen 2 with the built-in 250W Dolby Atmos soundbar adds approximately £8 to £10 per month.
Pay Upfront or Monthly?
Because Sky charges 0% APR interest on its hardware finance agreements, there is zero financial penalty for choosing monthly payments over paying upfront. The total cash sum paid over 24 or 48 months equals the outright purchase price exactly.
What the Sky Subscription Costs
To access live broadcast channels, the TV guide, and Playlist functionality, you must pair the hardware with a Sky TV pack:
- Sky Entertainment & Netflix (Sky Ultimate TV): £26 - £28/month on a 24-month contract, or £29 - £31/month on a 31-day rolling contract.
- Sky Sports Pack: +£20 - £25/month.
- Sky Cinema Pack: +£10 - £13/month.
- Whole Home (Multi-room pucks): +£12/month.
- Ad-Skipping Pack: +£5/month (allows fast-forwarding ads on catch-up players).
- Ultra HD & Dolby Atmos Pack: +£6/month (unlocks 4K broadcast feeds).
New-Customer Offers
Sky frequently runs promotional discounts for new sign-ups, such as £0 upfront fees, free Sky Cinema for the first 3 months, or introductory discounts of £4 to £6 off the Ultimate TV package. Offers change monthly and require checking on the day you sign.
Existing-Customer Offers
Existing Sky Q or Sky Broadband customers can often negotiate waived setup fees (£20 saving) or discounted broadband bundles by contacting Sky’s customer retention team directly before ordering.
Extra Costs and Eligibility
Because hardware financing is a regulated credit agreement under the Consumer Credit Act 1974, Sky runs a credit check via Experian or Equifax. If your credit score is below their threshold, Sky may request a larger upfront deposit or decline hardware finance (in which case a standalone Sky Stream puck may still be available).
How to Compare Total Cost (Worked Example)
Here is what you actually pay over 24 months and 48 months for a Sky Glass Air 43" with Sky Ultimate TV:
| Cost Component | 24-Month Plan | 48-Month Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Upfront hardware fee | £20.00 | £20.00 |
| Monthly TV Hardware Cost | £12.00 x 24 = £288.00 | £6.00 x 48 = £288.00 |
| Sky Ultimate TV Pack (~£26/mo) | £26.00 x 24 = £624.00 | £26.00 x 48 = £1,248.00 |
| Total Combined Outlay | £932.00 | £1,556.00 |
Price History and Last Checked
When Sky Glass Gen 2 launched, Sky maintained price parity with original Gen 1 launch figures. The introduction of the Air line reduced the barrier to entry by roughly 50%. This price page is audited monthly.
Still stuck after trying these steps?
Worried about ongoing costs if you ever cancel Sky? Read our guide on using Sky Glass without a subscription or compare costs against Sky Glass vs Sky Stream.