United Kingdom, January 2026, Mobile Network Experience
Vodafone and Three continue to be reported separately as integration progresses in January 2026. EE continues to dominate the UK mobile experience, while Three tops 5G speeds, and O2 takes the crown for its overall network coverage.
Global Mobile Network Experience Awards 2026
Opensignal sheds light on the difference in the experience seen by our users on different operators across the globe — to better inform users, operators and regulators.
Vodafone and 3 set to create UK’s leading mobile coverage network post-merger
Our analysis of user experiences with Vodafone and 3 in the U.K. suggests the merger will allow users on the combined network to enjoy Coverage Experience that rivals that of O2
Mobile network speeds leaped ahead in 2023, but some markets lag behind
Here we review the progression of mobile network user experience that took place over 2023.
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Europe’s Fixed Broadband Landscape: From fiber coverage to in-home experience
In this report, we assess Europe's broadband infrastructure in the context of industry discussion at the FTTH Conference held in London in April 2026. By bringing together infrastructure progress and Opensignal’s proprietary insights on user experience, we assess why the next stage of improvement increasingly depends on what happens inside the home.
From last resort to first choice: Why Starlink is gaining new customers worldwide
For decades, satellite internet in rural areas was a reluctant compromise. However, by early 2026, this dynamic has changed. Starlink is no longer just filling broadband gaps — it’s actively disrupting the market as a compelling alternative.
Mobile Network Experience: European Awards 2026
Opensignal sheds light on the difference in the experience seen by our users on different operators across Europe — to better inform users, operators and regulators.
United Kingdom, January 2026, Mobile Network Experience
Vodafone and Three continue to be reported separately as integration progresses in January 2026. EE continues to dominate the UK mobile experience, while Three tops 5G speeds, and O2 takes the crown for its overall network coverage.
United Kingdom, December 2025, Fixed Broadband Experience
Virgin Media leads UK broadband nationally, while Vodafone stands out among challengers through its dual-network strategy. Altnets dominate major cities, with Community Fibre in London, Hyperoptic in Glasgow and brsk leading northern England, while Three fills gaps via fixed wireless access.
5G European Awards 2025
The 5G European Awards are Opensignal’s recognition of excellence in 5G mobile experience across Europe. To highlight outstanding achievements, Opensignal awards top-performing operators across each metric with the 5G European Winner and 5G European Leader titles.
Better experience, faster speeds, wider coverage: Early impact of the Vodafone–Three UK merger
Just months after completing their long-anticipated merger, Vodafone and Three’s network integration is already transforming mobile connectivity in the UK. Opensignal data reveals that early Radio Access Network (RAN) sharing has delivered measurable gains.

