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T-Mobile, Verizon or AT&T? New study reveals best mobile carrier - ranks internet providers, too

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Why This Matters

This study highlights T-Mobile's dominance in mobile network performance and AT&T Fiber's leading position among internet providers, emphasizing the importance of choosing reliable, high-speed connectivity in today's digital landscape. For consumers and the industry, these rankings can guide better decisions for faster, more consistent internet experiences, especially as reliance on digital services continues to grow.

Key Takeaways

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ZDNET's key takeaways

Ookla's study measured speed and consistency among US telecom providers.

T-Mobile was tops among the three major US mobile carriers.

AT&T Fiber ranked first among major internet providers.

Not happy with your current mobile carrier or internet provider and looking to jump ship? You may be interested in the results of a new study from internet speed test service Ookla.

For its latest Speedtest Connectivity Report, Ookla examined the speed, performance, and consistency of mobile carriers and internet providers across the US for the first half of 2026. Based on the results from users of the service's Speedtest tool, T-Mobile took home top prize as the best mobile carrier, while AT&T Fiber ranked as the top internet provider.

Also: I measured 5G signals of AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon in a small town - here's what the data says

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