The era of basic mobile phone usage is a thing of the past. Today, our pocket-sized devices are as powerful as personal computers, offering a complete entertainment package. Mobile phones now excel in streaming movies and TV series, with flagship models like Samsung’s latest Galaxy Z Fold7 boasting expansive screens.
For seamless on-the-go live streaming, a fast mobile network is essential, and one provider stands out for its exceptional performance. Vodafone has emerged victorious in the recent speed tests conducted by Ookla, narrowly surpassing competitors like EE, Three, and O2 to secure the top position overall.
The study, based on millions of download tests, revealed Vodafone’s superiority across various categories, including the overall Video Streaming Score, Acceptable Video Start Time, and streaming video in full HD resolution. While Vodafone excelled in several aspects, it was slightly edged out by Three and O2 in the Uninterrupted Playback tests.
Ookla, in announcing the results, declared Vodafone as the Best 5G Video Experience in the United Kingdom for Q1–Q2 2025. The Speedtest Award for Mobile Video Experience considers a range of performance indicators during high-resolution video playback.
Here are the detailed results:
– Video Streaming Score: Vodafone • 85.29, Three • 84.33, EE • 82.64, O2 • 81.67
– Uninterrupted Playback: Vodafone • 98.05, Three • 98.37, EE • 98.19, O2 • 98.15
– Acceptable Video Start Time: Vodafone • 65.01, Three • 62.61, EE • 60.96, O2 • 55.43
– Full HD Resolution: Vodafone • 92.32, Three • 91.99, O2 • 91.42, EE • 88.75
With the increasing trend of streaming movies, live sports, and binge-watching shows, network performance is crucial to avoid buffering interruptions. Consider transitioning to 5G technology if your current signal struggles, as it offers faster speeds and better handling of multiple connected devices simultaneously, ensuring stable connectivity even in crowded venues and busy locations.
Most modern smartphones are 5G-ready, but it’s advisable to verify if your SIM card is activated for 5G to experience optimal speeds.