Portugal
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.
MEO led the market on 5G
MEO had the Best 5G Network among providers in Portugal during 1H 2025. It recorded a median 5G download speed of 251.02 Mbps, and an upload speed of 23.09 Mbps.
Vodafone offered the best quality of experience among ISPs
Among the top ISPs in Portugal, Vodafone offered the best video streaming and gaming experiences during 1H 2025, according to Speedtest Intelligence data.
Vodafone the fastest fixed ISP in Portugal
Vodafone was the fastest ISP in Portugal during 1H 2025 with a median download speed of 229.63 Mbps, and a median upload speed of 103.83 Mbps.
Porto and Setúbal were the top performing cities in Portugal
Among the most populous cities in Portugal, Porto recorded the fastest median mobile download speed of 197.28 Mbps, while Setúbal outpaced the other cities to record the fastest median fixed download speed, with 250.14 Mbps.
74.85
Best 5G Network
82.42
Best 5G Video Experience
85.8
Best Mobile Gaming Experience
Best Mobile Network
NOS had the Best Mobile Network among providers in Portugal during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with a Speedtest Connectivity Score of 79.87. MEO had the Best 5G Network among providers in Portugal during this period, with a Speedtest Connectivity Score of 74.85.
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
NOS was the fastest mobile provider in Portugal for all technologies combined and for 5G, based on Speed Score. Across all technologies combined, NOS led on median download speed, recording 142.22 Mbps, ahead of next placed Vodafone, which recorded 120.76 Mbps. NOS recorded a median upload speed of 15.21 Mbps, and had a latency of 34 ms.
NOS led the market on median 5G download speed, recording 267.46 Mbps, ahead of next placed MEO with 251.02 Mbps. NOS recorded a median 5G upload speed of 21.08 Mbps, and a latency over 5G of 32 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
There was no winner of best mobile network Consistency in Portugal during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with no statistical difference between the mobile providers. DIGI had the best 5G Consistency in the market, with 93.3% of samples meeting or exceeding the higher 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
Vodafone recorded the highest 5G Availability in Portugal during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with 80.3% 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
Vodafone recorded the best mobile video experience in Portugal, with a Video Streaming Score of 76.05. MEO provided the best 5G video experience in the market, with a 5G Video Streaming Score of 82.42.
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
NOS recorded the best mobile gaming experience in Portugal, with a Game Score of 85.8. 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 Portugal 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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Fastest 5G Network
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Best Mobile Gaming Experience
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Best 5G Network
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Best 5G Video Experience
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Best Mobile Video Experience
City Performance
Porto had the fastest median mobile download speed among Portugal’s most populous cities, recording 197.28 Mbps. Lisbon was second, followed by Vila Nova de Gaia in third. At the other end of the scale, Viseu had the slowest median mobile download speed at 97.39 Mbps, followed by Almada and Setúbal. NOS was the fastest provider across three cities.
Regional Performance
Lisbon had the fastest median mobile download speed among Portugal’s regions, recording 150.26 Mbps. Porto District was second, followed by Madeira in third. At the other end of the scale, Guarda District had the slowest median mobile download speed at 51.1 Mbps, followed by Beja District and Viseu District. NOS was the fastest provider across seven regions.
78.25
Best Fixed Network
75.67
Best ISP Video Experience
92.46
Best ISP Gaming Experience
Best Fixed Network
Vodafone had the Best Fixed Network among ISPs in Portugal during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with a Speedtest Connectivity Score of 78.25.
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
Vodafone was the fastest ISP in Portugal during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with a Speed Score of 70.09. Vodafone led on median download speed, recording 229.63 Mbps, ahead of next placed MEO, which recorded 212.56 Mbps. Vodafone recorded a median upload speed of 103.83 Mbps, and recorded a latency of 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
There was no winner of best fixed network Consistency in Portugal during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with no statistical difference between the ISPs.
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
Vodafone provided the best ISP video experience in Portugal, with a Video Score of 75.67.
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
Vodafone provided the best ISP gaming experience in Portugal, with a Game Score of 92.46.
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
Speedtest users scored Vodafone as the top rated ISP in Portugal, with a score of 3.3 out of 5, ahead of its competitors.
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 Video Experience
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Best ISP Gaming Experience
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Top Rated ISP
City Performance
Setúbal had the fastest median fixed download speed among Portugal’s most populous cities, recording 250.14 Mbps. Vila Nova de Gaia was second, followed by Braga in third. At the other end of the scale, Lisbon had the slowest median fixed download speed at 179.91 Mbps, followed by Faro and Coimbra. DIGI was the fastest provider across five cities.
Regional Performance
Setubal had the fastest median fixed download speed among Portugal’s regions, recording 242.02 Mbps. Porto District was second, followed by Lisbon in third. At the other end of the scale, Beja District had the slowest median fixed download speed at 90.03 Mbps, followed by Portalegre District and Guarda District. Vodafone was the fastest provider across six regions.
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