What is the internet speed of my 50+ mobiel?

Want to switch to 50+ mobiel or are you already a customer and curious about how fast your mobile internet really is? You're not the only one. According to the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) used in 2023 98% of Dutch people between 16 and 75 years daily internet. So fast and reliable mobile Internet is more important than ever. In this article you can read about the internet speed of 50 + mobiel: what does the provider promise, what you get in practice and how do you test it yourself?

On which network does 50+ mobiel work?

Vodafone coverage in the Netherlands

50+ mobiel uses the network of Vodafone. That means you benefit from stable nationwide coverage. So you are not on a vague B-brand network, but simply on one of the three major in the Netherlands.

Want to know more? Read: Does 50 plus mobiel have 5G?

Reliability and availability

Coverage is usually excellent in cities, and you often have excellent coverage in villages as well. However, the network in outlying areas can be a bit slower - but that applies to every provider.

What is the maximum internet speed?

Download speed via 4G+

In ideal circumstances (read: full coverage, modern device, no congestion on the network) you can reach a download speed of up to 350 Mbps with 4G+. To learn more about the download speed, go to 50plusmobiel.nl - Sim only information page

Upload speed under ideal conditions

For uploading, the maximum speed is 100 Mbps. That's more than enough to make smooth video calls or send large files via WhatsApp or e-mail.

What is the average speed in practice?

Difference between theory and practice

Practice is a bit different from what the brochure promises. The average download speed is around 25 Mbps, and upload speed around 5 Mbps, as also mentioned on Bellen.com.

What can you do with 25 Mbps?

With 25 Mbps, you can:

  • Stream HD videos
     

  • Make video calls via Zoom or WhatsApp
     

  • Listen to music via Spotify
     

  • Use Google Maps on the go
     

  • Upload and send fast photos

How can you measure your own speed?

Using speedtest tools

Want to know how fast your 50+ mobiel connection currently is? Then you can use free tools such as:

Tips for a realistic measurement

Caution:

  • Turn off wifi
     

  • Test at different times
     

  • Stand still while testing
     

  • Make sure you're still within your data bundle

What affects your Internet speed?

Location and coverage

Are you in the countryside or in an apartment building with thick walls? Then your signal may be weaker. And you'll notice this immediately in your speed.

Device and network density

An older phone may not even reach 4G+, and in crowded places - such as during peak hours or events - the network may be overloaded.

Conclusion: what can you expect from the internet speed at 50+ mobiel?

50+ mobiel offers stable mobile internet over the Vodafone network, with theoretical speeds of up to 350 Mbps. In practice, the download speed averages around 25 Mbps - more than enough for everyday use such as video calling, streaming and navigation. The speed depends on your device, location and time of day. Want to know for sure how fast your connection is? Then you can easily measure it yourself with a speed test. In short: no super fast 5G, but just reliable and fast enough for what you need.

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