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GQGigabit IQVMVirgin Media
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Gigabit IQ · 96/100
| Category | GQGigabit IQMainstream | VMVirgin MediaMainstream |
|---|---|---|
Overall score Out of 100 | 96/100 Winner | 61/100 |
Verdict | Safety by Design broadband built around online safety, not bolted on | Good free whole-home filtering, but limited child-level management |
Protection Capability 45% weight | 44/45 | 30/45 |
Bypass Resistance 20% weight | 19/20 | 10/20 |
Parent Usability 15% weight | 15/15 | 10/15 |
Parent Experience 10% weight | 10/10 | 5/10 |
Safety by Design 5% weight | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Industry Recognition 5% weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Network-level protection | Yes | Yes |
Content filtering | Yes | Yes |
Screen time controls | Yes | No |
Per-child profiles | Yes | No |
Real-time alerts | Yes | No |
Typical monthly price Not part of the score | £29.99 | £28.00 |
Ease of setup | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 |