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VMVirgin MediaHOHyperoptic
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Virgin Media · 61/100
| Category | VMVirgin MediaMainstream | HOHyperopticAltnet |
|---|---|---|
Overall score Out of 100 | 61/100 Winner | 44/100 |
Verdict | Good free whole-home filtering, but limited child-level management | Router-dependent controls across Hyperhub generations |
Protection Capability 45% weight | 30/45 | 22/45 |
Bypass Resistance 20% weight | 10/20 | 6/20 |
Parent Usability 15% weight | 10/15 | 8/15 |
Parent Experience 10% weight | 5/10 | 4/10 |
Safety by Design 5% weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Industry Recognition 5% weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Network-level protection | Yes | Yes |
Content filtering | Yes | Partial |
Screen time controls | No | Partial |
Per-child profiles | No | No |
Real-time alerts | No | No |
Typical monthly price Not part of the score | £28.00 | £22.00 |
Ease of setup | 3 / 5 | 2 / 5 |