New Zealand
Speedtest Connectivity Report
To show a full picture of network performance in each market, our reports are informed by millions of daily consumer-initiated tests taken on Speedtest, along with quality of experience (QoE) metrics that offer insight into the daily connected activities that matter most to end-users.
One NZ led the mobile market across key performance metrics
One NZ was the Best Mobile Network among providers in New Zealand during 1H 2025. It recorded a Speedtest Connectivity Score of 74.58.
Spark led the 5G mobile market across key performance metrics
Spark had the best 5G mobile network in New Zealand during 1H 2025. It recorded a 5G median download speed of 342.37 Mbps, and a median 5G upload speed of 20.64 Mbps.
2degrees the fastest fixed ISP in New Zealand
2degrees was the fastest ISP in New Zealand during 1H 2025 with a median download speed of 220.52 Mbps, and a median upload speed of 99.55 Mbps.
Wellington and Lower Hutt were the top performing cities in New Zealand
Among the most populous cities in New Zealand, Wellington recorded the fastest median mobile download speed of 186.4 Mbps, while Lower Hutt outpaced the other cities to record the fastest median fixed download speed, with 223.26 Mbps.
74.58
Best Mobile Network
62.12
Fastest 5G Network
79.30
Best Mobile Gaming Experience
Best Mobile Network
One NZ had the Best Mobile Network among providers in New Zealand during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with a Speedtest Connectivity Score of 74.58. Spark had the Best 5G Network among providers in New Zealand during this period, with a Speedtest Connectivity Score of 74.48.
Speedtest Connectivity Score combines key metrics to evaluate the overall user experience that mobile providers offer. It includes Speed Score, as well as indicators for web browsing performance, and Video Streaming Score.
Speedtest Connectivity Score™ provides a reliable measure of the overall mobile network connected experience based on a combination of Speed Score, as well as Scores for Web Browsing and Video Streaming. Read our detailed methodology for more details on how we calculate Speedtest Connectivity Score.
Fastest Mobile Network
There was no fastest mobile provider in New Zealand based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with no statistical difference between the mobile providers.
Spark was the fastest 5G provider in New Zealand based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with a Speed Score of 62.12. Spark led the market on median 5G download speed, recording 342.37 Mbps, ahead of next placed 2degrees with 271.04 Mbps. Spark recorded a median 5G upload speed of 20.64 Mbps, and a latency over 5G of 48 ms.
Ookla’s methodology for fastest network is determined by Speed Score™, which combines download and upload performance, and is based on modern chipsets, in order to remove the impact on network performance of older devices. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Most Consistent Network
2degrees recorded the best mobile network Consistency in New Zealand, with 91% of its samples meeting or exceeding the threshold of 5 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload throughput. Spark had the best 5G Consistency in the market, with 86.1% of samples meeting or exceeding the threshold of 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload.
Ookla’s methodology for most consistent network is determined by Consistency Score™, which reflects the percentage of samples that meet minimum thresholds for download and upload speeds, depending on the type of network. The higher a provider’s Consistency Score, the more likely a consumer will enjoy acceptable internet performance and quality. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Best 5G Availability
One NZ recorded the highest 5G Availability in New Zealand during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with 60.9% of its users accessing its 5G network a majority of the time.
Read our detailed methodology for more details on how we calculate 5G Availability.
Video Experience
There was no best provider for video experience in New Zealand during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with no statistical difference between the mobile providers. There was no best provider for video experience over 5G.
Video Streaming Score™ is based on Ookla’s Consumer QoE™ measurements of video start time, re-buffering ratio, and resolution. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Gaming Experience
One NZ recorded the best mobile gaming experience in New Zealand, with a Game Score of 79.3. There was no best provider for gaming experience over 5G.
Game Score™ is based on Ookla’s consumer initiated Speedtest results as well as Consumer QoE™ latency and jitter measurements taken to real-world game servers. Game Scores are composed of eight components, each measuring a different aspect of the consumer gaming experience. Each of these components is evaluated and scored on a scale of 0-100 for each provider. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Consumer Sentiment
There was no top rated mobile provider in New Zealand during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with no statistical difference between the mobile providers.
Ookla’s five-star ratings system, driven by our consumer initiated samples, gauges a consumer’s overall satisfaction with their provider. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Mobile Awards
Data Collection Period: January – June 2025
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Best Mobile Gaming Experience
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Best 5G Network
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Fastest 5G Network
City Performance
Wellington had the fastest median mobile download speed among New Zealand’s most populous cities, recording 186.4 Mbps. Dunedin was second, followed by Christchurch in third. At the other end of the scale, Lower Hutt had the slowest median mobile download speed at 79.03 Mbps, followed by Rotorua and Tauranga.
Regional Performance
Wellington Region had the fastest median mobile download speed among New Zealand’s regions, recording 123.45 Mbps. Auckland was second, followed by Canterbury Region in third. At the other end of the scale, Northland Region had the slowest median mobile download speed at 50.38 Mbps, followed by Tasman Region and Marlborough Region. Spark was the fastest provider across three regions.
77.70
Best Fixed Network
86.83
Best ISP Gaming Experience
Best Fixed Network
2degrees had the Best Fixed Network among ISPs in New Zealand during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with a Speedtest Connectivity Score of 77.7.
Speedtest Connectivity Score combines key metrics to evaluate the overall user experience that ISPs provide. It includes Speed Score, as well as indicators for web browsing performance, and Video Streaming Score.
Speedtest Connectivity Score™ provides a reliable measure of the overall fixed network connected experience based on a combination of Speed Score, as well as Scores for Web Browsing and Video Streaming. Read our detailed methodology for more details on how we calculate Speedtest Connectivity Score.
Fastest Fixed ISP
2degrees was the fastest ISP in New Zealand during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with a Speed Score of 69.59. 2degrees led on median download speed, recording 220.52 Mbps, ahead of next placed Spark, which recorded 192.98 Mbps. 2degrees recorded a median upload speed of 99.55 Mbps, and on latency, with 12 ms.
Ookla’s methodology for fastest network is determined by Speed Score™, which combines download and upload performance. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Most Consistent ISP
2degrees recorded the highest network Consistency in New Zealand, with 89.7% of its samples meeting or exceeding the threshold of 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload throughput.
Ookla’s methodology for most consistent network is determined by Consistency Score™, which reflects the percentage of samples that meet minimum thresholds for download and upload speeds, depending on the type of network. The higher a provider’s Consistency Score, the more likely a consumer will enjoy acceptable internet performance and quality. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Video Experience
There was no winner of best ISP video experience in New Zealand during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with no statistical difference between the ISPs.
Video Streaming Score™ is based on Ookla’s Consumer QoE™ measurements of video start time, re-buffering ratio, and resolution. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Gaming Experience
2degrees provided the best ISP gaming experience in New Zealand, with a Game Score of 86.83.
Game Score™ is based on Ookla’s consumer initiated Speedtest results as well as Consumer QoE™ latency and jitter measurements taken to real-world game servers. Game Scores are composed of eight components, each measuring a different aspect of the consumer gaming experience. Each of these components is evaluated and scored on a scale of 0-100 for each eligible provider. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Consumer Sentiment
There was no top rated ISP in New Zealand during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with no statistical difference between the ISPs.
Ookla’s five-star ratings system, driven by our consumer initiated samples, gauges a consumer’s overall satisfaction with their provider. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Fixed Awards
Data Collection Period: January – June 2025
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Best Fixed Network
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Fastest Fixed ISP
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Best ISP Gaming Experience
City Performance
Lower Hutt had the fastest median fixed download speed among New Zealand’s most populous cities, recording 223.26 Mbps. Wellington was second, followed by Hamilton in third. At the other end of the scale, Queenstown had the slowest median fixed download speed at 95.09 Mbps, followed by Rotorua and Palmerston North. 2degrees was the fastest provider across five cities.
Regional Performance
Wellington Region had the fastest median fixed download speed among New Zealand’s regions, recording 216.4 Mbps. Auckland was second, followed by Canterbury Region in third. At the other end of the scale, West Coast Region had the slowest median fixed download speed at 77.11 Mbps, followed by Gisborne Region and Northland Region. 2degrees was the fastest provider across eight regions.
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