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What is the difference between Sky Hub and sky Q hub?

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Olivia House

Published Mar 13, 2026

What is the difference between Sky Hub and sky Q hub?

Unlike the Sky Broadband Hub, the Sky Q Hub is horizontally aligned.

Also question is, whats the difference between sky Q hub and Sky Broadband hub?

Re: New Hub and Sky Q Router

The most obvious differences are that the latest Sky Broadband Hub has 4 ethernet ports and significantly better wifi performance. It's also designed to work with sogea connections, with versions supporting both gfast and FTTP.

Also Know, can I use my old Sky Hub with Sky Q? Re: Sky q with old sky hub

Absolutely you can, and many Q subscribers do.

Consequently, what is a sky Q hub?

Sky Q Hub. Like all of the Sky Q TV boxes, this router for Sky Broadband integrates powerline networking, so you can use the mains wiring to connect it to your Sky Q devices as well as use its Wi-Fi capabilities. You can also have any of the Sky Q boxes act as a Wi-Fi hotspot for your Sky Broadband.

Does Sky Q hub replace router?

Re: Thinking to use my own router instead of Sky Q Hub

To fully replace a Sky hub you need the latter which connect to the phone line. If you have that set up your main Q box connects to the Netgear using the 2.4GHz band and the Q minis use a 5GHz signal from the main Q box and stop acting as WiFi hotspots.

What can I do with my old Sky Hub?

We can reuse most parts of your old products and any we can't reuse, we'll recycle. All Sky TV and Broadband equipment is covered by a 12 month warranty, so we'll happily send out a free replacement if your item fails during this time.

Can I use my own router with Sky Q?

Re: Questions on using my own router with SKY Q Mini

@grumpy2014 you cannot connect a Q mini to any third party router by wifi they only connect to a Sky hub or the main Q box. They will connect by ethernet though.

Can I use a sky Q hub as a booster?

Sky Q hubs dont work as repeaters, many people have tried and failed on the forum. You are best off either trying to get a Q booster from Sky or purchasing your own WiFi AP.

Is the new Sky Hub any good?

Sky Broadband (2020) review: Verdict

The Sky Q Hub router is one of the best (although it only has two Gigabit Ethernet ports).

Does Sky q work better with Sky Broadband?

Sky Q Hub. You don't need Sky Broadband to use Sky Q - it'll still work if you're with another provider - but if you bundle up, you get the new Sky Hub router. In-built powerline technology uses the wires in your house to send data to Sky Q boxes to help streaming quality.

Does Sky q need a dish?

Sky Q requires either an individual dish with a Q LNB, or access to a communal dish distribution system modified to be compatible with Q. Sky+ is available to users of communal dish systems which haven't yet been made compatible.

How many devices can connect to Sky Q hub?

100 devices

Where is the best place to put my Sky router?

Sky recommend your Hub is sited in the open, rather than in a cabinet.

Can existing Sky customers get Sky Q for free?

4. You have to sign up to a new 18-month minimum term for the Sky Q Experience and pay the standard full price for the Sky Q Experience (unless you have any offers). We will loan you one Sky Q box, one Sky Q Mini and any other relevant kit, for no cost, for the time you have a Sky TV subscription.

Does the engineer bring the sky Q box?

The engineer will bring it.

Does Sky Q box connect wirelessly to router?

Welcome to Sky Q

Existing Sky Q box: Connect your Sky Q 1TB or 2TB box to your Sky broadband hub or third-party router to get the most out of your box. A Sky Booster can help boost your wireless signal and help your Sky Q or Sky Q Mini box connect to the internet.

Do you get Netflix free with Sky Q?

Netflix is not free via Q but some of the packages include it, if you have one of these you don't need the two subscriptions as you can use the Sky one elsewhere.

Is Sky Q hub a router?

UK ISP Sky Broadband has today taken the official wraps off their new Sky Hub (SR203 / Sky Q Hub 2) wireless broadband router and confirmed the launch of a new Sky WiFi Guarantee, the latter of which also comes with the existing “Boost” add-on features but costs +£5 extra per month instead of the current +£2.50.

Will Sky Q Box work without subscription?

Re: Sky Q without subscription.

No, Sky loan Q boxes to enable consumption of their subscription services. Without a Sky Q subscription you cannot legitimately possess a Q box and no services based on them will function (including Freesat and third-party apps).

Why should I upgrade to Sky Q?

If you want to enjoy more storage capacity, you can choose the Sky Q upgrade to 2TB box option instead. You get up 1.7TB personal storage for more in-demand and live TV recordings. You can also view your favorite shows on two tablets. But just like its standard set-top box, it also acts as a WiFi hotspot.

Can I still use my Sky box if I cancel sky?

If you cancel your Sky subscription then you can keep the box as you own a Sky+ box and it will continue to receive the free channels but you will be unable to record them or watch any recordings back you might have made.

Can I use Sky Q hub with another provider?

Re: Using Sky Q with a different provider

@Pab88 You cannot use Sky's router with other providers as Sky use a different type of login compared to most other providers.

Will Sky give me a free WIFI booster?

Then if you're not getting 3Mbps WiFi in every room, we can send you a Sky Broadband Booster (if you don't already have one). We'll give you the money back that you've paid for your Sky Broadband Boost. And give you it free for the rest of your contract – so you can still benefit from the other great features.

Can you use an old sky box?

Sky do not allow two subscriptions in one house. Also the old HD box will only work if you have a hybrid LNB fitted in the dish and can only be used as a freesat box to watch free to view channels. Also it will not allow live pause or record. Your best option is to use sky go with a suitable device.

What router works with Sky Q?

@TracySpoon the best router for Sky Q is the new Sky Broadband hub - if you read the post pinned at the top of the forum it explains how you can get one. It has 4 ethernet ports as well as much improved wifi. Even though you have to recontract onto Sky Superfast you should show an overall saving.

How do I connect my sky Q to a new router?

On the main Sky Q box, go to Settings / Setup / Network / Reset, and connect the box to the new wifi.

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