Updated September 2026 by the StreamerATV team. Independent guide — not affiliated with any broadcaster or TV provider.
Quick answer: Sky Stream is a small streaming box that delivers Sky TV over your broadband instead of a satellite dish. It is the main Sky device for new customers in Ireland, with Sky Q no longer sold to new customers. It suits homes with reliable broadband and anyone who cannot or does not want a dish.
Sky Stream vs Sky Q vs Sky Glass
| Sky Stream | Sky Q | Sky Glass | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delivery | Broadband | Satellite dish | Broadband |
| Dish needed | No | Yes | No |
| Recording | Cloud playlist (programmes streamed on demand) | Local hard drive | Cloud playlist |
| Available to new customers | Yes | No | Yes |
What broadband do you need?
A stable connection is more important than raw speed. Plan for around 10 Mbps for HD and 25 Mbps or more for UHD per stream, plus headroom for others in the house. Connect by Ethernet if you can. See internet speed for streaming and Wi-Fi vs Ethernet.
Pros and cons
- Pros: no dish, quick setup, apps like Netflix built in, voice remote.
- Cons: depends on your broadband; no traditional hard-drive recording; if your internet goes down, so does TV.
Compare Sky with other providers in Sky TV packages Ireland and TV packages Ireland.
FAQ
Is Sky Stream available in Ireland?
Yes. Sky Stream is Sky's main TV device for new customers in Ireland.
Can Sky Stream record?
It uses a cloud-based playlist instead of a hard drive: you add shows and stream them on demand.
Does Sky Stream need Sky broadband?
Sky Stream works over broadband; check Sky's current requirements, as some offers bundle it with Sky broadband.
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