Virgin Media O2 now offers a different way to get TV and streaming services if you don’t want or can’t have cable or satellite television.
CalledStream from Virgin Media, it comprises a small set-top-box, remote and streams all live TV and on demand content over a wireless or wired internet connection.
It is also offered contract-free, so you only pay for the entertainment packages you want and can add and remove them ad hoc on a monthly basis.
Here’s everything you need to know aboutVirgin Media’s Stream, including how much it costs and how to get it.
What is Stream from Virgin Media?
Stream from Virgin Media is a new internet TV service and device that enables users to watch live TV and on demand content from Virgin TV and partnering streaming services, such as Netflix, Disney+ and Amazon’s Prime Video.
It is exclusive to Virgin Media broadband customers and is currently limited to one per household - there is no multiroom capability with Stream at present. It does have voice search and control through the included remote, however.
Part of the appeal is that all of the channels and streaming platforms available on Stream can be added on a rolling 30-day contract, so you may chop and change your content lineup depending on personal choice and finances on a monthly basis. That’s great for those worried about the cost of living.
Plus, Virgin Media will give Stream credit back to customers each month, with 10 per cent of the cost of each subscription being returned. And, they are all included in the one bill, so it is easier to keep track of spending.
Stream from Virgin Media customers also gain access to the Virgin TV Go app for iOS/iPadOS and Android.
How much does Virgin Media Stream cost?
The Stream from Virgin Media boxcosts a flat fee of £35. There are no installation costs as you can easily set it up yourself.
The box includes a wide range of channels in HD as standard, plus access to free streaming platforms, such as BBC iPlayer and ITV Hub (soon to beITVX).
There are also multiple paid entertainment subscriptions that are available on 30-day rolling contracts, so you can add or remove them on a monthly basis:
Essential Entertaiment
Sky Sports HD pack
Sky Cinema HD pack
A combined Sky Sports HD and Sky Cinema HD pack is also available for $46.25 per month.
BT Sport pack
Stream from Virgin Media hardware specfications
The Stream from Virgin Media box is tiny - much smaller than the included remote.
It can be connected via Wi-Fi and wired internet, although you do need to be a Virgin Media broadband customer to use it. It is also recommended that you have a minimum internet speed of 50Mbps.
Here are the full specifications:
What channels and apps are available on Virgin Media’s Stream service?
As well as the add-on packs detailed above, there are a number of channels available to watch live at no extra cost. These are listed below:
App support is wide too. Here are the apps available at launch:
How to get Stream from Virgin Media
Stream from Virgin Media will beavailable to Virgin Media broadband customersfrom Wednesday 19 July 2025.
We’re still awaiting official details on how to purchase the box and will update soon.
