The latest tests from Ookla have revealed that Three Mobile has emerged as the top performer among the UK’s major mobile providers, showcasing impressive download speeds for on-the-go streaming enthusiasts. With an average download speed of 214Mbps, Three has outpaced its competitors by over 80Mbps, securing its position as the fastest network in the United Kingdom. This speed is twice as fast as the national fixed-line broadband average, highlighting Three’s significant lead in the market.

Following Three in the rankings are Vodafone in second place and EE in third place, with O2 lagging behind with the slowest speeds across all categories. Ookla’s Speedtest Award for Fastest Network corroborates these results, emphasizing Three’s dominance in speed performance.

Here is a summary of Ookla’s results:

– Overall Speed Score:
– Three: 53.46
– Vodafone: 43.05
– EE: 36.73
– O2: 30.70

– Median download speeds:
– Three: 214Mbps
– Vodafone: 129.78Mbps
– EE: 97Mbps
– O2: 78.92Mbps

– Median upload speeds:
– Three: 13.8Mbps
– Vodafone: 10.78Mbps
– EE: 10.96Mbps
– O2: 8.28Mbps

While these results showcase Three’s superiority, it is important to note that testing mobile networks can be challenging due to varying network conditions and user movement between different locations. However, the merger between Three and Vodafone holds promise for further enhancing network performance. The newly combined entity, VodafoneThree, aims to revolutionize the UK’s mobile network with an extensive £11 billion investment.

Since the merger, VodafoneThree has commenced network integration using Multi-Operator Core Network technology, enabling seamless connectivity between Vodafone and Three customers without additional charges. This initiative has the potential to enhance coverage and performance on a national scale, promising improved service for mobile users across the UK.