Best fibre optic internet in Switzerland 2026: fastest providers compared

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Jan 13, 2025
5 min read

Updated: 4 days ago

Fibre optic is the most powerful technology for home internet – offering ultra-low latency, high bandwidth and long-term reliability. But not all fibre connections are equal: FTTH, FTTB, FTTC and FWA differ significantly in real-world performance. This article analyses which Swiss provider has the fastest fibre optic network, based on the latest nPerf data (2025 Annual Report, published January 2026).

Which provider has the fastest fibre network in Switzerland? (nPerf 2025)

For an objective performance comparison, we rely on the nPerf 2025 Annual Report for Fixed Internet Connections in Switzerland (01.01.2025–31.12.2025). nPerf aggregates real-world speed tests from users of its app – download, upload, latency, web browsing and YouTube streaming quality.

Overall fixed internet ranking 2025 (all connection types)

Rank	Provider	nPerf Score	Download	Upload	Latency	Navigation	Streaming
🥇 1.	Salt	168'537	684.8 Mb/s	504.2 Mb/s	11.64 ms	85.19%	89.01%
🥈 2.	Swisscom	152'802	329.2 Mb/s	247.0 Mb/s	14.42 ms	86.47%	89.44%
🥉 3.	Sunrise	146'488	404.7 Mb/s	190.9 Mb/s	18.76 ms	84.01%	87.46%

Source: nPerf Barometer of Fixed Internet Connections in Switzerland 2025, January 2026. Only providers with >5% test share included.

FTTH ranking 2025 (fibre-to-the-home only)

For pure FTTH connections (fibre directly into the home), the ranking is the same but with significantly higher absolute values:

Rank	Provider	nPerf Score	Download	Upload	Latency	Navigation	Streaming
🥇 1.	Salt	181'982	966.7 Mb/s	724.9 Mb/s	9.11 ms	87.44%	91.00%
🥈 2.	Swisscom	174'050	589.2 Mb/s	472.2 Mb/s	9.97 ms	88.88%	92.33%
🥉 3.	Sunrise	167'544	662.4 Mb/s	411.0 Mb/s	14.09 ms	86.54%	90.70%

Note: FTTH data refers exclusively to fibre connections with direct access to the apartment, excluding cable or FWA.

📊 What the data shows – 2025 Analysis

Salt retains 1st place with 168,537 nPoints (overall) and 181,982 nPoints (FTTH) – best download, upload and latency. Swisscom ranks 2nd overall but leads in video streaming FTTH (92.33% vs Salt's 91.00%) and web navigation (88.88% vs 87.44%) – for streaming-heavy households, Swisscom is clearly the better choice. Sunrise ranks 3rd overall but achieves the 2nd highest download in FTTH (662 Mb/s) – faster than Swisscom (589 Mb/s). The right choice depends on your usage profile.

Which provider should you choose? Recommendations by usage profile

Salt – best choice for speed and low latency

Salt wins the nPerf 2025 Award for best fixed internet performance. With 966 Mb/s download, 725 Mb/s upload and 9.11 ms latency in the FTTH segment, Salt is the choice for users who need maximum speed and responsiveness for gaming, video calls or large file transfers. Salt Home offers up to 10 Gbit/s for CHF 49.95/month (24-month contract).

Swisscom – best choice for streaming and web browsing

Swisscom ranks 2nd overall but leads in video streaming (92.33%) and web navigation (88.88%) in the FTTH segment. For households that stream a lot (Netflix, YouTube, Replay-TV), Swisscom is the most reliable option. It also has the broadest network coverage in Switzerland, including remote areas.

Sunrise – best price-to-speed ratio

Sunrise ranks 3rd overall but achieves the 2nd highest download in FTTH (662 Mb/s) – higher than Swisscom (589 Mb/s). With Sunrise Easy Internet (CHF 39.90/month, 1 Gbit/s, monthly cancellable), it's the most attractive option for price-conscious users who still want plenty of bandwidth.

Best Swiss fibre optic plans 2026

Overview of all FTTH fibre plans sorted by price. * = promotional price, limited time.

Fibre plan	Speed	Price from
TeleKing KingFiber 20	20 Mbit/s	CHF 14.–/Monat*
iWay Internet 20	20 Mbit/s	CHF 29.–/Monat
SAK Internet S	20 Mbit/s	CHF 33.–/Monat
Migros Internet Start	100 Mbit/s	CHF 34.95/Monat
Wingo Internet Extra	400 Mbit/s	CHF 39.95/Monat
Sunrise Easy Internet	1000 Mbit/s	CHF 39.90/Monat*
Salt Home	10'000 Mbit/s	CHF 49.95/Monat
Zattoo Home by Init7	1000 Mbit/s	CHF 55.95/Monat
Swisscom Blue Internet S	500 Mbit/s	CHF 59.90/Monat*
yallo Home Max Fiber	10'000 Mbit/s	CHF 80.–/Monat

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Fibre connection types: FTTH, FTTB, FTTC – what's the difference?

Type	Description	Max speed	Note
FTTH	Fibre directly into the apartment	up to 25 Gbit/s	Best standard; nPerf ranking based on this
FTTB	Fibre to the building, copper for last stretch	up to 1 Gbit/s	Good, slightly limited
FTTC	Fibre to the street cabinet	up to 500 Mbit/s	Depends on distance to cabinet
FWA	5G wireless as home broadband replacement	up to 1 Gbit/s	No engineer needed, but not true fibre

How to switch to Fiber? – Step by Step

Activate your fiber optic in 5 steps:

Check availability: Fiber is not yet available everywhere. Use the Internet-Check to see if FTTH is available at your address and if an OTO socket is present.
Compare internet plans: Use the internet-offer comparison tool to find the best available deals.
Activate the plan: Choose your preferred offer and complete the contract online.
Technician appointment (if needed): Without an OTO socket, a technician will be required (approx. 4–6 weeks wait). If an OTO socket is already present, remote activation is possible (approx. 2 weeks).
Cancel existing contract: Use the special termination right when switching providers. More info: Cancel internet plan.

FAQ: fibre optic in Switzerland

How much does a fibre optic plan cost in Switzerland?

Swiss fibre plans start at CHF 14.–/month (TeleKing KingFiber 20, 20 Mbit/s). For 1 Gbit/s, prices start from CHF 39.90/month (Sunrise Easy Internet). Activation fees range from CHF 0 to CHF 120.–.

Which is the fastest fibre optic provider in Switzerland in 2026?

According to the nPerf 2025 Annual Report, Salt is the overall winner with the best fixed internet score (168,537 nPoints overall, 181,982 nPoints FTTH). Salt leads in download (966 Mb/s FTTH), upload (725 Mb/s) and latency (9.11 ms). Swisscom leads in streaming and web navigation.

What is the difference between FTTH and FTTC?

FTTH (Fiber-to-the-Home) means the fibre cable runs directly into your apartment. FTTC (Fiber-to-the-Curb) ends at the street cabinet – the last stretch to your home still runs on old copper cable, which limits speed. For maximum performance, FTTH is the standard of choice.

How fast is fiber optic in Switzerland?

Switzerland is known for having one of the most advanced internet infrastructures in Europe, including fiber optics.

Fiber optic speeds in Switzerland

FTTH (Fiber To The Home):
- Download speeds: up to 10 Gbps in areas with more advanced infrastructure.
- Upload speeds: typically between 1 and 10 Gbps, depending on the operator and the offer.
Mixed Fiber (FTTC):
- Download speeds: up to 500 Mbps, but this depends on the distance from the street cabinet.
- Upload speeds: typically between 50 and 100 Mbps.

Keep in mind that the maximum speed of your fiber optic connection will depend on any limitations imposed by the operator and the plan you select when subscribing. Always check the terms and conditions before signing up.