Smart is fastest network for Android, Apple, Samsung devices for Q3, says Ookla

Ookla’s analysis of Speedtest Intelligence data for Q3 2022 has revealed that Smart is the fastest mobile network for Apple, Samsung, and Android devices in the Philippines

According to the report, Android, Apple, and Samsung users in the Philippines experienced between 35 to 75% faster speeds while connected to Smart – whether 5G, LTE, or across all network technologies – compared to the next top mobile provider.

Android devices performed 59% faster on the Smart network (all technologies), and up to 35% faster on Smart LTE – compared to the next top competitor network.

On the other hand, Apple devices were 75% faster on the Smart network (all technologies), 57% faster on Smart 5G, and 56% faster on Smart 4G/LTE. Meanwhile, iPhones recorded speeds that were 75% faster on the Smart network (all technologies), and 57% faster on Smart 5G and 4G/LTE.

Lastly, Samsung devices were 69% faster on the Smart network (all technologies), 58% faster on Smart 4G/LTE, and 45 percent faster on Smart 5G.

“Speed has always been the key metric of customer experience especially now that all urban areas in the country have mobile coverage. Having the fastest speeds gives Smart subscribers the best customer experience and game-changing advantage as they go about their work or school, grow their business, or enjoy their daily dose of entertainment,” said Francis E. Flores, SVP and Head of Consumer Wireless Business-Individual at Smart.

“The latest Ookla figures reaffirm Smart as the Philippines’ superior mobile network, which puts us in the best position to empower Filipinos to live more in an increasingly digital age,” he added.