Summary
- Brsk has added Netgem’s new PLEIO streaming box to its BetterTV service, bundling broadband-based TV with its full fibre packages.
- New customers can add PLEIO for £5 per month plus a £10 activation fee until 31 January 2026, after which the monthly price rises to £10.
- The PLEIO box delivers Freely live TV channels over broadband, major streaming apps and a library of cloud games via a compact Wi-Fi HDMI device that does not need an aerial.
- PLEIO can also be bought outright for £99 at retail, with an optional £9.99 monthly fee for premium channels and gaming extras.
- The promotional Brsk bundle is limited to new sign-ups, so households are advised to compare the combined broadband and TV cost with alternatives such as Sky Stream, Virgin Media Stream and BT TV.
Brsk has started offering Netgem’s new PLEIO streaming box to customers taking its full fibre broadband packages. The move adds a broadband-based TV option combining live channels, on-demand apps and cloud gaming at a discounted launch price until January 2026.
The alternative full fibre ISP has launched an upgraded version of its BetterTV service, powered by Netgem’s recently released PLEIO device. New customers joining Brsk’s network can now add the TV service for £5 per month during the promotional period, plus a £10 activation fee. The standard price is £10 per month from 31 January 2026.
PLEIO pulls together live channels through Freely, access to major streaming apps and a library of cloud games. The small Wi-Fi-connected box plugs into any TV with HDMI and works without a traditional aerial.
How PLEIO compares with traditional TV
PLEIO is Netgem’s latest step in shifting traditional broadcast TV into a broadband-only format. It supports Freely, the new UK live-TV streaming platform backed by the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5. Freely delivers the core free-to-air channels over an internet connection instead of an aerial or satellite dish.
Netgem confirmed last week that Brsk would be among the first ISPs to make the new box available. Demand for the device has been high since launch, with retail deliveries facing short delays.
For Brsk, the partnership extends its existing relationship with Netgem and expands its entertainment add-ons as it continues rolling out full fibre across regional clusters.
What the new PLEIO box offers
PLEIO is designed as an all-in-one entertainment hub. It connects via Wi-Fi, supports 4K output where content is available, and removes the need for aerial sockets or additional TV tuners.
Customers get access to:
- Live TV channels through Freely’s streaming service
- Major on-demand platforms such as Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and YouTube
- A unified interface combining live channels and apps
- A library of cloud games with support for wireless controllers
The service can also be taken without an ISP by purchasing the device for £99 at retail. However, users who buy it this way must pay an optional £9.99 monthly fee for premium channels and cloud gaming extras.
Advantages of PLEIO TV box
For new households joining Brsk’s full fibre network, PLEIO provides a straightforward way to move TV viewing over broadband. There is no need for aerial installation, which can help tenants, homes with poor signal reception, or customers who prefer a single streaming interface.
The £5 launch pricing makes the bundle comparatively low-cost versus most traditional TV add-ons from larger ISPs. After the promotion ends, the monthly fee rises to £10, so customers may want to factor the long-term cost into their broadband budgeting.
Existing Brsk customers currently cannot add PLEIO through the promotional route, as the offer is restricted to new sign-ups.
How PLEIO stacks up against other ISP TV platforms
Brsk’s approach reflects a broader shift across the UK as more viewing moves onto internet-delivered platforms. Freely is expected to expand its availability during 2025 and 2026, potentially encouraging more ISPs to integrate similar devices.
Larger providers already offer their own broadband-only TV setups, such as BT’s TV Box Pro and Sky Stream. However, PLEIO differs by focusing on a compact streaming puck without traditional tuners and by introducing cloud gaming as a built-in feature.
Brsk says the partnership aligns with its aim to simplify connectivity and entertainment. The ISP described the new TV box as an affordable option designed to complement its full fibre broadband.
Netgem has highlighted the strong early demand for PLEIO and sees ISP partnerships as a key route to expanding Freely-compatible devices in UK homes.
Things to check before adding BetterTV
New customers joining Brsk’s full fibre network can add BetterTV with PLEIO during sign-up at the reduced price. The promotion runs until 31 January 2026.
Households considering a switch should compare the combined cost of broadband and TV against alternatives such as Sky Stream, Virgin Media Stream and BT TV packages. Those who do not need premium channels or cloud gaming may find that Freely streaming alone provides the core free-to-air channels at no cost.
