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A modern broadband service that delivers fast, reliable connectivity over fibre to the cabinet – without needing a traditional phone line. It’s simple, affordable, and built for the UK’s digital future.
Unlike older FTTC broadband, SoGEA (Single Order Generic Ethernet Access) removes the need for a copper phone line, combining everything into one streamlined connection. You get the same speeds as FTTC — up to 80Mb download and 20Mb upload — but with lower costs and fewer faults.
It’s fully compatible with digital voice and VoIP services, making it ideal for home offices and growing businesses. SoGEA is also part of the UK’s PSTN switch-off plan, meaning it’s ready for the all-IP future where every connection runs digitally.
This guide explains how SoGEA works, its benefits, and how it compares to FTTC and FTTP — helping you decide if it’s the right choice for your location.
An affordable, all-digital broadband service that removes the old phone line, reduces costs, and keeps you connected with fast, stable performance that’s ready for the UK’s PSTN switch-off.
For most homes and small businesses, SoGEA is the simplest way to upgrade from FTTC without committing to full fibre costs. You’ll benefit from quick installation, no separate line rental, and fewer points of failure.
Speeds of up to 80Mb download and 20Mb upload are ideal for day-to-day operations — from video calls and cloud storage to online payments and remote working. Because SoGEA runs over the same Openreach network as FTTC, coverage is widespread and reliability is proven.
In short, SoGEA offers business-grade performance at broadband-level pricing, giving you dependable connectivity that’s ready for the all-IP future. And with full compatibility across all UK VoIP and digital voice platforms, it’s the perfect bridge between legacy broadband and full fibre.
Understand how SoGEA compares with older FTTC broadband and newer full-fibre (FTTP) services — so you can choose the right connection for your home or business.
Many users upgrading their broadband find the terminology confusing, so here’s a clear breakdown.
FTTC (Fibre to the Cabinet) still uses copper and needs a phone line.
FTTP (Fibre to the Premises) is full fibre direct to your building, offering gigabit speeds but limited availability.
SoGEA sits perfectly in between — it uses the same fibre-to-cabinet infrastructure as FTTC but removes the old phone line completely, giving you a simpler, faster, and more cost-effective service.
| Feature | SoGEA | FTTC | FTTP (Full Fibre) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connection type | Fibre to cabinet + copper to premises (no phone line) | Fibre to cabinet + copper to premises (with phone line) | Full fibre direct to premises |
| Phone line required | No | Yes | No |
| Download speeds | Up to 80Mb | Up to 80Mb | 100Mb – 1Gb+ |
| Upload speeds | Up to 20Mb | Up to 20Mb | 20Mb – 115Mb+ |
| Installation time | Fast (single order) | Slower (requires line) | Fast where available |
| Monthly cost | Lower | Similar (with line rental) | Higher |
| Availability | Wide UK coverage | Nationwide | Expanding rapidly |
| Supports VoIP | Yes | Limited | Yes |
| Best for | Homes & small businesses preparing for PSTN switch-off | Legacy users still on copper | Users needing ultrafast full-fibre speeds |
SoGEA
ConnectionFTTC fibre + copper last-leg (no phone line)
Phone lineNo
DownloadUp to 80Mb
UploadUp to 20Mb
InstallFast (single order)
CostLower
AvailabilityWide UK coverage
VoIPYes
Best forSMEs/home offices pre-PSTN switch-off
FTTC
ConnectionFTTC fibre + copper (with phone line)
Phone lineYes
DownloadUp to 80Mb
UploadUp to 20Mb
InstallSlower (needs line)
CostSimilar + line rental
AvailabilityNationwide
VoIPLimited
Best forLegacy users still on copper
FTTP (Full Fibre)
ConnectionFull fibre to premises
Phone lineNo
Download100Mb – 1Gb+
Upload20Mb – 115Mb+
InstallFast where available
CostHigher
AvailabilityExpanding rapidly
VoIPYes
Best forUsers needing ultrafast speeds
SoGEA bridges the gap between FTTC and FTTP — the smart next step if full fibre isn’t live at your address.
Check SoGEA coverage in your area, view the latest broadband speeds, and compare prices from every major UK provider — all before choosing the package that fits your needs.
Right now, SoGEA is being installed around the country. If it’s available where you live, you’ll see the speed options appear below.
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SoGEA 40/10
£36.95per month
- Up to 40Mb download
- Up to 10Mb upload
- £90 one-off install
- Router available if needed
- Office hours support
- 12-month contract
SoGEA 80/20
£39.95per month
- Up to 80Mb download
- Up to 20Mb upload
- £90 one-off install
- Router available if needed
- Office hours support
- 12-month contract
SOGfast 330/50
£65.95per month
- Up to 330Mb download
- Up to 50Mb upload
- £150 one-off install
- Router available if needed
- Office hours support
- 12-month contract
Ideal for homes, remote workers, and growing businesses that need reliable broadband speeds, digital-voice compatibility, and a smooth transition into the UK’s all-IP network future.
SoGEA is designed for anyone who still uses traditional FTTC or ADSL broadband and wants a modern, low-cost upgrade without jumping straight to full-fibre pricing.
It’s perfect for home offices, small and medium-sized businesses, and branch sites that depend on stable cloud access, VoIP calls, video meetings, and online collaboration.
Because SoGEA doesn’t rely on a copper phone line, it’s also a smart choice for retail and hospitality sites using EPOS systems or CCTV, and for rural premises waiting for FTTP rollout.
With widespread coverage and straightforward installation, SoGEA keeps you connected today while preparing you for tomorrow’s fibre future.
SoGEA uses the UK’s existing fibre-to-the-cabinet (FTTC) network to deliver fast broadband without a phone line — carrying data only, over the same reliable Openreach infrastructure.
Instead of combining broadband with a separate analogue line, SoGEA provides a single, all-digital connection that carries data only.
The fibre portion connects your exchange to the cabinet, and the short copper tail connects directly into your property — no voice channel, no PSTN, and no dial tone.
Because the copper pair is dedicated purely to broadband traffic, performance and reliability improve, and monthly costs drop. Installation is quick, as no additional phone provisioning is needed, and faults are easier to isolate and repair.
SoGEA is compatible with VoIP and Digital Voice services, meaning you can keep making calls over the internet while enjoying consistent speeds for cloud software, Teams or Zoom, and everyday online activity.
Fast to install, simple to order, and handled entirely by Openreach — SoGEA broadband can usually be live within 5–10 working days, depending on your location and network readiness.
Once you place an order, the process starts with a line check to confirm that your premises are connected to a fibre-enabled cabinet.
If your address is compatible, an installation date is booked. In most cases, setup is straightforward and completed without disruption to your existing services.
If required, an engineer will visit to activate the line and test the connection from the cabinet to your premises. For most upgrades from FTTC, the changeover is completed remotely within hours.
Because SoGEA removes the need for a separate phone line, there’s no extra wiring, no number porting, and no waiting for multiple providers. You simply plug in your router, and your new digital connection is ready to go.
With the UK’s analogue phone network being permanently switched off by 2027, SoGEA broadband is the digital replacement — ensuring you stay connected and ready for an all-IP future.
The Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) is being withdrawn by Openreach as part of the UK’s move to a fully digital infrastructure.
Analogue phone lines are gradually being replaced with IP-based connections that carry both voice and data over broadband. SoGEA was specifically designed for this nationwide upgrade.
It removes the need for a traditional copper phone line, providing broadband and voice over a single, all-digital circuit. Users can connect VoIP or Digital Voice systems directly through their SoGEA service, replacing outdated landlines completely.
By switching to SoGEA now, you’ll avoid disruption as your local exchange enters “stop-sell” status and benefit immediately from lower costs, faster installations, and a network built for the digital era ahead of 2027.
SoGEA provides speeds of up to 80Mb download and 20Mb upload, depending on distance from the street cabinet and local line quality.
No. SoGEA removes the need for a traditional landline. You can make calls through VoIP or Digital Voice services instead.
Not quite. SoGEA uses fibre to the cabinet and copper for the final stretch to your premises. FTTP is full fibre all the way to your building.
With the UK’s PSTN network closing by 2027, every property using a traditional phone line will need to migrate to a digital broadband service such as SoGEA or FTTP.
Yes. Once full fibre becomes available at your address, upgrading is simple — usually completed remotely with minimal downtime.
Absolutely. SoGEA is designed for digital networks and works perfectly with Microsoft Teams, Zoom, VoIP phones, and cloud-based software.
All connections include UK-based support and standard service-level agreements. Business packages can include enhanced SLAs and managed router options if needed.
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