Editor

Catherine Hiley

Managing editor for Broadband, Energy and Mobile

Catherine is the Managing Editor for broadband, energy and mobile, writing about everything from the latest phones to the cost of living crisis.

For the last decade, Catherine has worked for price comparison websites, helping customers save money without compromising on the things that matter most to them.

Whether it’s news about the latest iPhone, tips on how to get faster broadband without breaking the bank or information about the latest energy price cap, Catherine will tell you everything you need to know.

She has a Master of Arts degree in English and has been a member of Mensa since she was 15.

Catherine’s specialist areas include:

• Broadband - She has covered broadband for many years, writing about everything from the latest in broadband technology to customer complaints, mid-contract price rises and TV streaming deals. Her expert analysis in broadband has been quoted on the BBC and in several of the UK’s biggest publications, including The Independent and the Daily Express
• Mobile phones - Catherine’s first job for a price comparison website was as Mobiles Editor for Uswitch, where she got the chance to attend lots of phone launches and play with the latest gadgets before they were unveiled to the public. As an expert in mobile phones, she’s been interviewed on radio and TV and has been quoted in The Guardian, The Sun, the Daily Mirror and The Metro
• Energy - Working for Uswitch during the energy crisis was an eye-opening experience for Catherine, helping her understand the ins and outs of the energy sector. When she became Deputy Editor for Look After My Bills, she learnt a lot about the best ways to help readers save on their energy bills.

Outside of her day job, she’s also an expert in cyber security and has written extensively about VPNs, antivirus software and post-quantum encryption for Tom’s Guide, Business Insider and TechRadar. She’s a big Disney fan and loves rock anthems from the 1980s.

Catherine lives in Southampton with her husband, daughter and two pampered cats.

Catherine says:

The cost of living crisis is hitting people hard. So there’s no better time to assess your personal finances to see if you could save money on your bills.

“We work hard to explain your options in a jargon-free way to help you make informed decisions about your household bills and to help you find the best deal for you, whether that’s superfast broadband, the latest iPhone or a new energy tariff for your electric vehicle."

Catherine has featured in

iPhone 17 LIVE: Pre-orders for Apple's new smartphones and best deals revealed

"There is more to think about than just the model. You also need to consider how much data you need. While unlimited data sounds like a great idea, it’s almost always the priciest option and the vast majority of users simply don’t need it. Check your current network usage to see how much data you get through each month before signing up for your new contract to ensure you’re not paying for more than you’ll use."

Customers warned to prepare for April price hikes

“While the price hikes expected this April aren’t as high as those we saw in 2023, these increases are still a difficult pill to swallow when consumers are facing increased energy bills, mortgage payments and other outgoings."