Every business needs internet. This is a fact that cannot be contested; with the rapid growth of technology, the way that it has enhanced business operations, and the way that everyone – from consumers to office workers – have come to rely on it for finding and exchanging information, it is difficult to imagine a world without the internet. This means that, for businesses, choosing the right internet service provider is a critical business decision.

So, which service providers should businesses in London look at? For this, we spoke to a well-respected managed IT services London Company that organisations have been partnering with for more than a decade. TechQuarters, who operate across the capital, are a Cloud-based company, and have helped many customers migrate to the Cloud. Due to this, internet service is especially important for their operations.

How to find the right broadband?

There are a lot of reliable providers that provide broadband to London businesses, and so choosing which one is down to figuring out what is most important to you. Is it price? Is it flexibility? Or perhaps it’s customer service. To get an idea on some of the providers and what their strengths are, check out our list below.

• Vodafone

For broadband in a heavily urbanised area like London, Vodafone is a great choice for a business. It is a leading network provider, which means its coverage is good – especially in cities. Some broadband providers may advertise greater speeds, but Vodafone is able to guarantee reliability in their service by offering set speeds of either 38Mbps and 76Mbps. Vodafone broadband deals are also very good value for money.

• EE

If you are looking for market-leader coverage and speeds, EE is definitely one of the strongest contenders. It offers 3 tiers of internet speeds – their standard internet service is up to 16Mbps; their fibre-optic cable offers speeds of up to 38Mbps or 76Mbps; and their fibre max broadband could get you speeds in excess of 200Mbps. But speeds aren’t the only consideration; EE also has some of the highest ratings on Ofcom – the UK’s regulatory body for broadband.

• Virgin

Although it is a bit pricier than many other internet service providers, Virgin Media has certifiably lightning-fast internet speeds. According to Ofcom, it is the only internet service provider that receive above average reviews for its speed. They have their own broadband network which offer a minimum speed of 50Mbps, and a maximum speed of 350Mbps, depending on the plan you purchase.

• Plusnet

If flexibility, affordability, and ease of use are high priorities for you, then Plusnet is an excellent choice. In fact, Plusnet boasts the best ratings of any broadband provider, as reported by Ofcom. While Plusnet may not have made a name for itself for offering lightning speeds, it does offer up to 76Mbps and a very reliable service. On top of this reliability and excellent customer satisfaction, it also has some of the best prices on the market.

• BT

No other broadband provider can been the coverage you get with BT. Wherever you’re based in the UK, BT will likely be available. As if that weren’t enough, BT also have around five million Wi-Fi hotspots across the UK that are completely free to use for all BT customers. Pricing for BT is pretty average – not cheap but not especially expensive either. BT also has the fastest internet repairs of any UK-operating internet service provider.

• Zen

This lesser known broadband provider leads the market in terms of customer service and satisfaction. Though it’s speeds are middling, and its value for money is fairly standard, it does offer good flexibility on contracts – while some of the providers on this list do not offer broadband-only packages, and they also offer one-month contracts for standard internet. Zen is perfect for anyone simply looking for stress-free internet service – their prices are manageable, their coverage and speeds are reliable, and they take care of their customers.