Compared with August, the leaders in the two ping categories swapped places. Meanwhile, average download and upload speeds declined across all four operators on both 5G and 4G LTE. Let’s take a closer look at the results.

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RFBENCHMARK measurement methodology – where does our data come from?

The ranking is based on crowdsourced data collected through the RFBENCHMARK mobile app between September 1 and 30, 2026. The analysis covered 263,708 individual measurement results across the measured parameters.

Breakdown by technology:

• 4G LTE: 141,253 (53.56%)
• 5G: 121,601 (46.11%)
• Older technologies: 854 (0.32%), excluded from the analysis

Breakdown by operator:

T-Mobile: 45,352 (17.20%)

Orange: 90,643 (34.37%)

Play: 78,260 (29.68%)

Plus: 49,453 (18.75%)

These counts represent the combined number of download, upload and ping measurement results. They do not represent the number of users or complete speed tests, and the percentages do not indicate market share or network coverage. Percentages have been rounded.

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Mobile internet in Poland (September 2026)

5G results

Average download speed: T-Mobile (458.6 Mbps)

T-Mobile was the only operator to exceed 400 Mbps. Second-placed Orange achieved 348.5 Mbps, giving the leader an advantage of 110.1 Mbps, or 31.6%. In August, the gap stood at 100.9 Mbps. Play came third (263.0 Mbps), followed by Plus (119.2 Mbps).

Average upload speed: T-Mobile (66.5 Mbps)

T-Mobile outpaced second-placed Orange (58.3 Mbps) by 8.2 Mbps. Third-placed Play (57.3 Mbps) narrowed the gap to Orange from 2.5 Mbps in August to 1.0 Mbps. Plus recorded 26.7 Mbps, less than half Play’s result.

Lowest ping: T-Mobile (23.0 ms)

T-Mobile took first place from Orange, which had led this category in June, July and August. T-Mobile beat Orange (24.3 ms) by 1.3 ms. This was also T-Mobile’s best result between June and September. However, it remained higher than Orange’s winning results in June (22.3 ms) and July (21.9 ms).

Play (26.9 ms) and Plus (28.4 ms) took the remaining places. All operators recorded results below 30 ms, unlike in August, when Plus registered 30.6 ms.

4G LTE results

Average download speed: T-Mobile (68.6 Mbps)

T-Mobile outpaced second-placed Orange (51.3 Mbps) by 17.3 Mbps, or 33.7%. Despite recording the largest decline in this category (down 5.1 Mbps), the leader maintained a clear advantage. Play (45.3 Mbps) and Plus (40.1 Mbps) followed, separated by 5.2 Mbps.

Average upload speed: T-Mobile (23.2 Mbps)

T-Mobile was 1.6 Mbps faster than Orange and Play, which both recorded 21.6 Mbps. Plus achieved 17.4 Mbps. The gap between the highest and lowest results was 5.8 Mbps, compared with 39.8 Mbps on 5G.

Lowest ping: Orange (30.3 ms)

Orange beat T-Mobile (30.8 ms) by 0.5 ms, reclaiming the lead it had lost in August. Such a small difference should not be interpreted as evidence of a noticeable advantage for one network over the other.

The gaps to Play (32.7 ms, 2.4 ms behind the leader) and Plus (38.7 ms, 8.4 ms behind) were larger. No operator recorded a ping below 30 ms on 4G LTE.

5G/4G LTE results table

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Which network performed best in measurements taken towards the end of the summer holidays? The August results reveal clear differences between operators, particularly in 5G download speeds. The competition for the lowest LTE latency was much closer, with just 0.3 ms separating the top three operators. Let’s take a closer look at the results.

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RFBENCHMARK measurement methodology – where does our data come from?

RFBENCHMARK’s regular rankings are based on measurements taken by users of its mobile app. This data collection model, known as crowdsourcing, enables us to analyse connection performance under everyday usage conditions. Three key metrics are measured: download speed, upload speed and latency, also known as ping.

The August ranking covers the period from August 1 to 31, 2026 and includes 202,688 individual measurement results across the measured parameters. 4G LTE accounted for 106,820 results, or 52.70% of the total, while 5G accounted for 95,286 results, or 47.01%. The remaining 582 results, representing 0.29%, came from older technologies, which are not covered in detail in this report.

The largest share of the collected dataset came from Orange, with 70,063 results (34.57%). It was followed by Play with 61,574 (30.38%), Plus with 37,082 (18.30%) and T-Mobile with 33,969 (16.76%). Percentages have been rounded.

These counts represent the combined number of download, upload and latency measurements, rather than the number of unique users or complete speed tests. The breakdown shows each operator’s and technology’s share of the recorded results and should not be interpreted as an indication of market share or network coverage.

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Mobile internet in Poland (August 2026)

5G results

Average download speed: T-Mobile (467.0 Mbps)

The highest average 5G download speed was recorded by T-Mobile at 467.0 Mbps. Orange came second with 366.1 Mbps, followed by Play in third place at 275.1 Mbps. Plus ranked fourth with 127.1 Mbps.

Average upload speed: T-Mobile (67.7 Mbps)

T-Mobile also led the upload speed category, averaging 67.7 Mbps. It was followed by Orange at 60.0 Mbps and Play at 57.5 Mbps. Plus came fourth with 27.6 Mbps.

The competition between Orange and Play was much closer in this category than in download speeds, with just 2.5 Mbps separating the two operators. T-Mobile, meanwhile, led the runner-up by 7.7 Mbps.

Lowest ping: Orange (23.9 ms)

In the latency category, Orange took first place with an average ping of 23.9 ms. Play recorded a slightly higher result of 24.9 ms. T-Mobile came third at 26.4 ms, followed by Plus at 30.6 ms.

Orange beat Play by 1.0 ms, while the gap between the lowest and highest average latency across the networks tested was 6.7 ms. The operator leading the speed categories therefore did not also lead the 5G ping ranking.

4G LTE results

Average download speed: T-Mobile (73.7 Mbps)

On 4G LTE, the highest average download speed was recorded by T-Mobile at 73.7 Mbps. Orange came second with 54.3 Mbps, followed by Play at 46.9 Mbps and Plus at 41.8 Mbps.

T-Mobile outpaced Orange by 19.4 Mbps. The gap between the third- and fourth-placed networks was smaller, with Play recording a result 5.1 Mbps higher than Plus. The operators ranked in the same order as in the 5G download speed category.

Average upload speed: T-Mobile (23.9 Mbps)

The highest average LTE upload speed was recorded by T-Mobile at 23.9 Mbps. Orange and Play both achieved 22.1 Mbps, sharing second place when results are rounded to one decimal place. The lowest average was recorded by Plus at 17.6 Mbps.

The leader’s advantage over Orange and Play was 1.8 Mbps. Upload speed was therefore a category in which the differences between the top three operators remained relatively small.

Lowest ping: T-Mobile (30.7 ms)

T-Mobile also took first place for average LTE latency, recording 30.7 ms. Close behind were Orange at 30.9 ms and Play at 31.0 ms. A higher average ping was recorded on the Plus network at 40.7 ms.

The gap between the top three operators in this category was very small. T-Mobile beat Orange by 0.2 ms and Play by 0.3 ms. Although this puts T-Mobile first based on the published averages, such small differences should not be interpreted as evidence of clearly superior network performance in every situation.

5G/4G LTE results table

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How did Play and Plus compare? In which categories were the operators closely matched, and where were the gaps more pronounced? The July ranking examines data transfer speeds and network response times separately. We compare the results of four operators using measurements collected throughout the month.

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RFBENCHMARK methodology – how was the July ranking compiled?

RFBENCHMARK rankings use measurements taken by users of its mobile app. Data collected through this model, known as crowdsourcing, reflects connections under everyday network usage conditions. The analysis covers three metrics: download speed, upload speed and latency, commonly known as ping.

The ranking covers the period from July 1 to 31, 2026 and includes 230,664 individual measurement results across the measured parameters. The largest share of the dataset came from 4G LTE, with 123,402 results, or 53.50% of the total. 5G accounted for 106,364 results, representing 46.11%. The remaining 898 results, or 0.39%, came from older technologies, which are not covered in detail in this report.

The largest number of results came from Orange, with 79,433 (34.44%). It was followed by Play with 69,290 (30.04%), Plus with 42,058 (18.23%) and T-Mobile with 39,883 (17.29%). Percentages have been rounded.

These counts represent the combined number of download, upload and latency measurement results, rather than the number of unique users or complete speed tests. The shares attributed to operators and technologies refer solely to the collected dataset; they do not indicate market share or network coverage.

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Mobile internet in Poland (July 2026)

5G results

Average download speed: T-Mobile (484.3 Mbps)

In July’s 5G measurements, the highest average download speed was recorded by T-Mobile at 484.3 Mbps. It was the only operator to exceed 400 Mbps. Orange came second with 382.3 Mbps. Play took third place at 265.9 Mbps, followed by Plus at 126.1 Mbps.

The gap between T-Mobile and Orange was 102.0 Mbps. This means the leader’s average was approximately 26.7% higher than the runner-up’s result. Orange also held a clear lead over the next operator, outperforming Play by 116.4 Mbps.

Average upload speed: T-Mobile (66.5 Mbps)

The operators ranked in the same order for upload speeds as they did for downloads. T-Mobile averaged 66.5 Mbps, ahead of Orange at 61.5 Mbps and Play at 55.6 Mbps. Plus came fourth with 27.4 Mbps.

The gaps between the top three networks were much smaller here than in the download category. T-Mobile outpaced Orange by 5.0 Mbps, while Orange recorded a result 5.9 Mbps higher than Play. A larger gap separated third and fourth place: Play’s result was slightly more than twice Plus’s average.

Lowest average ping: Orange (21.9 ms)

In the latency category, Orange took the lead with an average ping of 21.9 ms. Play came second at 24.7 ms, followed by T-Mobile at 24.9 ms. Plus recorded 27.2 ms.

Orange beat its closest competitor by 2.8 ms. Play and T-Mobile were particularly close, separated by just 0.2 ms. Average 5G latency remained below 30 ms across all four operators.

4G LTE results

Average download speed: T-Mobile (70.3 Mbps)

On 4G LTE, T-Mobile won the download category with an average of 70.3 Mbps. It was followed by Orange at 54.5 Mbps, Play at 45.7 Mbps and Plus at 41.9 Mbps. The operators therefore ranked in the same order as on 5G.

T-Mobile’s result was 15.8 Mbps, or approximately 29.0%, higher than Orange’s. The two lower-ranked networks were closer together, with 3.8 Mbps separating Play and Plus. This was a much smaller gap than the one between these operators in 5G download speeds.

Average upload speed: T-Mobile (23.0 Mbps)

The highest average LTE upload speed was recorded by T-Mobile at 23.0 Mbps. Orange and Play both achieved 21.8 Mbps, sharing second place when results are rounded to one decimal place. Plus recorded 17.7 Mbps.

The leading operators were closely matched in this category. The gap between the leader and Orange and Play was 1.2 Mbps, while the difference between the highest and lowest averages across all four operators was 5.3 Mbps. In July’s LTE results, T-Mobile’s advantage over its closest competitors was therefore more pronounced for downloads than for uploads.

Lowest average ping: Orange (29.2 ms)

Orange also led the latency measurements on the fourth-generation network. Its average ping was 29.2 ms, the only result below 30 ms in this part of the ranking. Play came second at 30.5 ms, ahead of T-Mobile at 31.7 ms. The highest average latency was recorded on the Plus network at 38.5 ms.

Orange beat Play by 1.3 ms and T-Mobile by 2.5 ms. The gap between first and last place was 9.3 ms. As with 5G, the operator with the highest data transfer speeds did not also win the ping category.

5G/4G LTE results table

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Who earned the title of leader this time, and who needs to quickly catch up before the peak of holiday trips? Welcome to the detailed report based on the latest data!

June 2026 leaves no doubts – the Polish mobile market has a clear speed leader. T-Mobile once again leads in average data download speed categories, both in 5G technology and the older 4G LTE standard. On the other hand, Orange consistently defends its position as the best choice for those seeking the lowest latency (Ping). Play keeps up bravely with the leaders, while Plus – although recording stable results – still lags behind in most key categories.

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RFBENCHMARK measurement methodology – where does our data come from?

Our June report was created based on the analysis of 277,389 measurements performed by users themselves using the RFBENCHMARK mobile application. The so-called crowdsourcing allows us to assess service quality in real-world conditions rather than in sterile laboratories.

User activity across individual networks was as follows:

• Orange: 34.5%
• Play: 30%
• Plus: 18.3%
• T-Mobile: 17.2%

Measurements are conducted under everyday usage conditions (crowdsourcing), which reflects the actual experiences of mobile network customers in Poland, eliminating laboratory tests. The analysis focuses exclusively on the latest technologies: 5G and 4G LTE.

The structure of May measurements by technology is as follows:

• 4G LTE technology: 55.58% of all measurements

• 5G technology: 44.04%

• Older technologies (including 3G): 0.38%

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Mobile Internet in Poland – what was the situation in May 2026?

In the May 2026 mobile internet ranking in Poland for 5G technology, T-Mobile maintained its dominance, achieving the highest average download speed (434.9 Mbps) and upload speed (64.1 Mbps). Orange took second place in both categories, but proved to be the best in terms of lowest latency, recording the lowest ping value (23.2 ms). Play took the following positions, while Plus clearly trailed at the end of every category tested, lagging behind the competition.

An identical balance of power emerged in the results for 4G LTE technology. T-Mobile once again dominated the competition in download speed (68.6 Mbps) and upload speed (22.7 Mbps), ahead of Orange and Play, between which upload differences were minimal. Meanwhile, Orange defended its leadership position in the lowest ping category with a result of 29.4 ms. Plus rounded out the ranking once again, recording the weakest results across all fourth-generation network parameters.

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What has changed since May?

Compared to May 2026, June brought slight overall increases in 5G download speeds for most operators. T-Mobile boosted its May 5G result by nearly 20 Mbps (from 434.9 Mbps to 454.1 Mbps). Orange and Play also posted steady gains. In 4G LTE technology, the situation remained extremely stable – with minor fluctuations of fractions of a megabit favoring the leader from the magenta network.

Mobile Internet in Poland (June 2026)

5G Results

Average data download speed: T-Mobile Polska (454.1 Mbps.)

In the 5G download speed ranking, T-Mobile took first place with a result of 454.1 Mbps, while Orange came in second, reaching 373.3 Mbps. The third result was recorded by Play at 251.6 Mbps, while Plus closed the list with a result of 120.9 Mbps. The difference between the highest and lowest result is nearly fourfold, illustrating the degree of variation in network parameters among individual operators.

Average data upload speed: T-Mobile Polska (63.4 Mbps)

In the 5G upload category, T-Mobile recorded the highest speed in June, reaching 63.4 Mbps. The next positions were held by Orange with 58.1 Mbps and Play with 53.3 Mbps. Plus closed the ranking with a result of 27.2 Mbps.

Lowest ping value: Orange (22.3 ms)

The lowest latency value was recorded on the Orange network, where ping reached 22.3 ms. Play (25.2 ms) and T-Mobile (26.1 ms) took the next spots, while Plus posted the highest value with 27.3 ms. All tested 5G parameters stayed below the 30 ms threshold, ensuring the stability required for smooth online gaming across all operators.

4G LTE Results

Average data download speed: T-Mobile Polska (67.8 Mbps)

In the 4G LTE download speed category, T-Mobile recorded the highest average speed at 67.8 Mbps. Second position went to Orange with 50.0 Mbps, while Play took the next spot with 43.9 Mbps. Plus closed the ranking with 40.1 Mbps. The recorded parameters of all operators provide the necessary stability for standard web browsing and HD video playback.

Average data upload speed: T-Mobile Polska (22.8 Mbps)

In terms of upload speed, T-Mobile claimed the lead with 22.8 Mbps. The differences between the next two operators were minimal – Play took second place with 21.3 Mbps, slightly ahead of Orange, which reached 21.1 Mbps. The lowest score in this category was recorded by Plus, with an average speed of 16.9 Mbps.

Lowest ping value: Orange (30.5 ms)

In network latency rankings, Orange achieved the lowest ping value at 30.5 ms. Small gaps separated it from Play (30.8 ms) and T-Mobile (31.3 ms). The highest latency level in LTE technology was recorded on the Plus network, where the average reached 39.0 ms.

5G/4G LTE Results Table

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which is the best mobile internet in Poland?

The answer to this question depends on the chosen network standard and the metric that matters most to the user. Looking at RFBENCHMARK’s averaged annual data for the entire year 2025, the situation across key categories is as follows:

4G LTE Alternative: In the older LTE technology, T-Mobile also emerged as the annual download leader, while Play maintained the best annual upload performance. To summarize: in terms of pure transfer speed, T-Mobile dominates in Poland, while in terms of lowest ping – Orange takes the top spot.

5G Speed Leader (Download & Upload): T-Mobile is the annual performance winner in the next-generation standard. Over the full year, the operator achieved the highest average download speed of 399.3 Mbps and an upload speed of 61.1 Mbps.

Leader in Stability and Responsiveness (Ping): Orange remains the top choice for users seeking the lowest latency. In the annual 5G summary, Orange took first place with a record average ping of 19.9 ms.

2. Who offers the fastest 5G in Poland?

According to measurements in May 2026, T-Mobile offers the fastest 5G in Poland. The average data download speed on this operator’s 5G network reaches up to 434.9 Mbps. Second place goes to Orange with a result of 363.0 Mbps.

3. Which mobile operator has the lowest Ping?

The lowest ping (lowest network latency) in May 2026 was recorded by Orange. In 5G technology, its average ping reaches a record 23.2 ms, and in 4G LTE – 29.4 ms.

4. What is crowdsource research in internet testing?

Crowdsource (crowdsourced) research is a method of collecting data directly from real mobile app users testing the network on their smartphones during daily phone use. Unlike laboratory tests or drive tests, crowdsourcing reflects actual signal quality, speed, and latency where people truly live, work, and travel. All RFBENCHMARK reports are based on this model.

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The key finding from our latest analysis is clear: T-Mobile remains the download speed leader, while Orange leads the lowest latency (ping) category. The gap between first and fourth place in 5G download speeds is substantial: the fastest operator delivers download speeds almost four times as high as the operator at the bottom of the ranking.

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RFBENCHMARK measurement methodology – where does our data come from?

Our rankings draw their credibility from real-world data. This ranking is based on 285,537 measurements collected in May 2026 directly by users of the RFBENCHMARK mobile app.

In the latest dataset, each operator’s share of the tests was as follows:

• Orange: 34.0%
• Play: 30.1%
• Plus: 18.4%
• T-Mobile: 17.6%

Measurements are taken under everyday usage conditions through crowdsourcing, reflecting the actual experiences of mobile network customers in Poland rather than laboratory testing. Our analysis focuses exclusively on 5G and 4G LTE technologies.

The breakdown of May’s measurements by technology was as follows:

• 4G LTE technology: 54.46% of all measurements. It remains the most widely used radio standard among a diverse range of users across the country.

• 5G technology: 45.19% of all measurements. Its share continues to grow steadily and rapidly, directly reflecting customers’ migration to next-generation networks.

• Older technologies, including 3G: 0.35% of all measurements. They account for only a marginal share of the total as operators progressively retire older-generation networks and repurpose their spectrum.

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Mobile internet in Poland – how did networks perform in April 2026?

April’s 5G measurements strengthened T-Mobile’s position as the speed leader. The operator achieved an average download speed of 445.9 Mbps and the highest upload speed of 64.2 Mbps. Orange came second in both categories, with 367.6 Mbps for downloads and 60.0 Mbps for uploads, ahead of Play. Play, meanwhile, recorded the lowest average ping at 22.3 ms, taking the lead in network responsiveness. Plus ranked last in the fifth-generation network comparison, recording the lowest download speed (117.6 Mbps) and the highest network latency (26.9 ms).

T-Mobile’s lead was equally clear on 4G LTE. The operator took first place for both download speeds (69.0 Mbps) and upload speeds (23.7 Mbps), improving on the previous month’s results. In the race for second place in downloads, Orange (50.8 Mbps) outpaced Play (44.1 Mbps), while upload speed differences between the top three operators were minimal. Orange retained its advantage in fourth-generation network latency, recording the lowest ping (29.4 ms). Plus finished last in every LTE category, with the lowest speeds and the highest average latency at 38.4 ms.

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Mobile internet in Poland (May 2026)

5G results

Average download speed: T-Mobile Polska (434.9 Mbps)

With a result of 434.9 Mbps, T-Mobile remains the clear leader in this category. Second-placed Orange (363.0 Mbps) trails the winner by more than 70 Mbps. Play follows at 236.8 Mbps, while Plus remains well behind the leading operators at 117.5 Mbps.

Average upload speed: T-Mobile Polska (64.1 Mbps)

In the upload speed category, particularly relevant to people working with cloud services and livestreaming, T-Mobile retains first place with 64.1 Mbps. Orange follows at 59.1 Mbps, ahead of Play at 52.8 Mbps. Plus finishes last with 26.7 Mbps, placing it well behind the other competitors.

Lowest ping: Orange (23.2 ms)

For fans of fast-paced online games, Orange’s result is particularly encouraging: it recorded the lowest latency at 23.2 ms. This marks a change from April’s ranking, when Play held the top spot. Play (25.2 ms) and T-Mobile (25.8 ms) remain close to May’s leader. Plus ranks fourth on 5G with 27.2 ms.

4G LTE results

Average download speed: T-Mobile Polska (68.6 Mbps)

T-Mobile maintains its lead on the fourth-generation network, achieving a strong result of 68.6 Mbps. Orange holds second place at 50.2 Mbps, ahead of Play at 42.7 Mbps. Plus completes the ranking with an average of 38.4 Mbps.

Average upload speed: T-Mobile Polska (22.7 Mbps)

T-Mobile leads the LTE upload speed category with 22.7 Mbps. The gaps between the next positions are small: Play records 21.6 Mbps, with Orange just behind at 21.2 Mbps. Plus once again records the lowest result at 16.9 Mbps.

Lowest ping: Orange (29.4 ms)

On 4G LTE networks, Orange records the lowest latency at 29.4 ms. Play (30.4 ms) and T-Mobile (32.7 ms) follow with relatively small gaps. Plus records higher LTE latency, finishing last with 39.4 ms.

5G/4G LTE results table

FAQ – Frequently asked questions

1. What is the best mobile internet network in Poland?

The answer depends on the network technology and the metric that matters most to the user. Based on RFBENCHMARK’s annual averages for the full year of 2025, the results in the main categories were as follows:

4G LTE performance: On the older LTE technology, T-Mobile also led the annual download speed ranking, while Play recorded the best annual upload speeds. Overall, T-Mobile leads in data transfer speeds in Poland, while Orange leads in lowest ping.

5G speed leader (downloads and uploads): T-Mobile was the annual performance winner on the next-generation network. Across the full year, the operator achieved the highest average download speed of 399.3 Mbps and upload speed of 61.1 Mbps.

Network responsiveness leader (ping): Orange led the ranking for users seeking the lowest latency. In the annual 5G review, Orange took first place with an average ping of 19.9 ms.

2. Who offers the fastest 5G in Poland?

According to measurements collected in May 2026, T-Mobile offers the fastest 5G in Poland. The operator’s average 5G download speed reached 434.9 Mbps. Orange came second with 363.0 Mbps.

3. Which mobile operator has the lowest ping?

Orange recorded the lowest ping, or network latency, in May 2026. Its average ping was 23.2 ms on 5G and 29.4 ms on 4G LTE.

4. What is crowdsourced internet testing?

Crowdsourced testing is a method of collecting data directly from real mobile app users who test their networks on smartphones during everyday use. Unlike laboratory tests or dedicated drive tests, crowdsourcing reflects signal quality, speeds and latency in the places where people actually live, work and travel. All RFBENCHMARK reports are based on this model.

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The ranking is based on an analysis of 338,449 measurements. The breakdown of tests by technology is as follows:

• 4G LTE: 174,430 tests, representing approximately 51.5% of all measurements.

• 5G: 162,979 tests, or approximately 48.2%, demonstrating that the technology continues to hold a key position in everyday use.

The largest shares of measurements came from customers of Orange (33.2%) and Play (30.8%). Smaller shares were recorded for Plus (18.4%) and T-Mobile Polska (17.7%).

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Mobile internet in Poland – how did networks perform in March 2026?

March saw the leading operators consolidate their positions. T-Mobile Polska maintained its lead in download speeds, while Orange stood out for its network response times. On 5G, T-Mobile recorded the highest average download speed at 436.5 Mbps, followed by Orange at 370.6 Mbps. Play and Plus took the remaining places with 228.9 Mbps and 121.3 Mbps, respectively.

On 4G LTE, T-Mobile recorded March’s highest download and upload speeds at 66.3 Mbps and 24.6 Mbps, respectively. Orange retained its lead in network responsiveness with a ping of 28.6 ms.

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Mobile internet in Poland (April 2026)

5G results

Average download speed: T-Mobile Polska (445.9 Mbps)

T-Mobile Polska retained first place with 445.9 Mbps, improving on its March result by more than 9 Mbps. Orange came second at 367.6 Mbps, recording a slight decline compared with the previous month. Play followed at 237.1 Mbps, while Plus finished fourth with 117.6 Mbps.

Average upload speed: T-Mobile Polska (64.2 Mbps)

T-Mobile once again retained the lead in upload speeds, maintaining a steady level of performance. The competition for second place was close, with Orange (60.0 Mbps) ahead of Play (54.7 Mbps). Plus recorded 28.4 Mbps, well below the leading operators.

Lowest ping: Play (22.3 ms)

The network responsiveness category saw a change at the top, with Play taking first place at 22.3 ms. T-Mobile Polska (23.8 ms) and Orange (23.9 ms) followed closely, separated by just 0.1 ms. Plus finished fourth at 26.9 ms, a result that remains suitable for online gaming.

4G LTE results

Average download speed: T-Mobile Polska (69.0 Mbps)

T-Mobile Polska once again took the top spot, improving its result by approximately 2.7 Mbps compared with March. Orange came second at 50.8 Mbps, followed by Play at 44.1 Mbps. Plus finished fourth with 40.0 Mbps.

Average upload speed: T-Mobile Polska (23.7 Mbps)

The differences between the leading operators were minimal in the upload speed category. T-Mobile narrowly outpaced Play (23.2 Mbps) and Orange (22.4 Mbps). Plus completed the ranking with 18.6 Mbps.

Lowest ping: Orange (29.4 ms)

Orange recorded the lowest LTE latency. Play came second with a very similar result of 29.5 ms. T-Mobile Polska achieved 32.2 ms, while Plus recorded the highest latency in this ranking at 38.4 ms.

5G/4G LTE results table

Methodology: How is the RFBENCHMARK report compiled?

Our analysis is built on transparency and measurement accuracy. Data collection relies on an advanced crowdsourcing model, providing a realistic picture of the user experience (UX) on Polish mobile networks.

Data acquisition

The data used in the ranking comes directly from end users of RFBENCHMARK’s own mobile app. This methodology enables:

• Real-world testing: Measurements are taken in users’ everyday environments rather than controlled laboratory conditions.
• Geospatial analysis: Each measurement is linked to a specific location through geolocation, enabling detailed mapping of signal quality across Poland.
• Technology segmentation: The system automatically detects the connection technology (5G, 4G LTE or 3G) and identifies the mobile network operator.

Key performance indicators

Our analytics engine aggregates and validates data across three key areas of quality of service (QoS):

Signal integrity and stability: Continuous monitoring of signal strength and connection quality in relation to network cell load.

Throughput: Measurements of download and upload speeds performed at the user’s request.

Network responsiveness: Latency/ping tests, which are particularly relevant to real-time services such as gaming and video conferencing.

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The ranking is based on an analysis of 418,116 measurements. The breakdown of tests by technology is as follows:

• 4G LTE: 211,119 tests, representing approximately 50.5% of all measurements.
• 5G: 205,586 tests, or approximately 49.2%, bringing its share of measurements almost level with the older standard.
• Older technologies accounted for only a marginal share of the dataset, with 1,411 measurements, or approximately 0.3%.

The largest shares of measurements came from customers of Orange (32.4%) and Play (31.5%). Smaller shares were recorded for Plus (18.7%) and T-Mobile Polska (17.4%).

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Mobile internet in Poland – how did networks perform in February 2026?

February brought stable results, with T-Mobile Polska leading in speeds and Orange taking the top spot for network responsiveness. On 5G, T-Mobile recorded the highest average download speed at 429.1 Mbps, outperforming Orange (374.9 Mbps) by more than 50 Mbps. Play achieved 233.5 Mbps, while Plus trailed the other operators at 119.6 Mbps.

On 4G LTE, T-Mobile led February’s download and upload speed rankings with 64.7 Mbps and 23.9 Mbps, respectively. Orange recorded the lowest latency at 28.5 ms. Latency on 4G was approximately 7–8 ms higher than on 5G, illustrating the difference in network responsiveness between the two technologies in these results.

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Mobile internet in Poland (March 2026)

5G results

Average download speed: T-Mobile Polska (436.5 Mbps)

T-Mobile Polska retained first place with 436.5 Mbps, improving on its February result by more than 7 Mbps. Orange came second at 370.6 Mbps, recording a slight decline compared with the previous month. Play followed at 228.9 Mbps, while Plus finished fourth with 121.3 Mbps.

Average upload speed: T-Mobile Polska (65.0 Mbps)

T-Mobile retained its lead in upload speeds. Orange took second place at 62.1 Mbps, ahead of Play at 54.3 Mbps. Plus recorded 28.2 Mbps, less than half the speeds achieved by the top two operators.

Lowest ping: Orange (22.3 ms)

Orange retained first place for network responsiveness at 22.3 ms. Play followed closely at 23.0 ms, ahead of T-Mobile Polska at 23.9 ms. Plus recorded 27.5 ms, keeping average 5G latency below 30 ms across all four operators.

4G LTE results

Despite the expansion of fifth-generation networks, 4G LTE still handles a substantial volume of traffic and remains important for connectivity in areas with less extensive 5G infrastructure.

Average download speed: T-Mobile Polska (66.3 Mbps)

T-Mobile Polska took the top spot, improving its result by nearly 2 Mbps compared with February. Orange came second at 52.0 Mbps, followed by Play at 44.0 Mbps. Plus completed the ranking with 41.0 Mbps.

Average upload speed: T-Mobile Polska (24.6 Mbps)

The gaps between the leading operators were small in the upload speed category. T-Mobile outpaced Play (23.4 Mbps) and Orange (23.1 Mbps). Plus recorded 18.1 Mbps, a slight decline compared with the previous month.

Lowest ping: Orange (28.6 ms)

Orange recorded the lowest LTE latency. Play came second with a very similar result of 28.8 ms. T-Mobile Polska achieved 30.2 ms, while Plus recorded the highest latency in this ranking at 37.6 ms.

5G/4G LTE results table

Methodology: How is the RFBENCHMARK report compiled?

Our analysis is built on transparency and measurement accuracy. Data collection relies on an advanced crowdsourcing model, providing a realistic picture of the user experience (UX) on Polish mobile networks.

Data acquisition

The data used in the ranking comes directly from end users of RFBENCHMARK’s own mobile app. This methodology enables:

• Real-world testing: Measurements are taken in users’ everyday environments rather than controlled laboratory conditions.
• Geospatial analysis: Each measurement is linked to a specific location through geolocation, enabling detailed mapping of signal quality across Poland.
• Technology segmentation: The system automatically detects the connection technology (5G, 4G LTE or 3G) and identifies the mobile network operator.

Key performance indicators

Our analytics engine aggregates and validates data across three key areas of quality of service (QoS):

Signal integrity and stability: Continuous monitoring of signal strength and connection quality in relation to network cell load.

Throughput: Measurements of download and upload speeds performed at the user’s request.

Network responsiveness: Latency/ping tests, which are particularly relevant to real-time services such as gaming and video conferencing.

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The ranking was created based on an analysis of 365,293 measurements. The detailed breakdown of tests by technology is as follows:

• 4G LTE: Remains the most popular standard with 187,283 tests (approx. 51.3% of all measurements).
• 5G: Accounts for 176,735 tests (approx. 48.4%), which shows that nearly every second speed test is already conducted using the latest technology.
• Older technologies represent a marginal percentage of the market, generating only 1,275 measurements (approx. 0.3%).

In the structure of the tests conducted, Orange (32.7%) and Play (31.6%) customers led the way, generating nearly two-thirds of all traffic together. A smaller share of measurements was recorded for the Plus (18%) and T-Mobile (17.6%) networks.

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Mobile Internet in Poland – what was the situation in January 2026?

In January 2026, in 5G network tests, T-Mobile achieved the highest average data download speed (447.3 Mbps), outpacing Orange by 67.1 Mbps. The results of the other operators, Play and Plus, were significantly lower, at 236.7 Mbps and 126.0 Mbps, respectively. In the data upload category, differences at the top were minor – T-Mobile reached 65.9 Mbps, ahead of Orange by less than 5 Mbps. The best network responsiveness was recorded by Play, with the lowest ping result of 22.4 ms.

In the 4G LTE standard, T-Mobile again provided the highest download throughput (64.3 Mbps), ahead of Orange by nearly 16 Mbps. The data upload category featured the most even competition, where Play (23.9 Mbps) beat T-Mobile by only 0.2 Mbps. Regarding latency, Orange achieved the most favorable parameter (27.9 ms). The greatest distance to the competition in LTE technology was recorded by Plus, whose ping results (37.9 ms) lagged behind other operators by 10 ms.

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Mobile Internet in Poland (February 2026)

5G Results

Average data download speed: T-Mobile (429.1 Mbps)

T-Mobile remains the undisputed leader with a result of 429.1 Mbps. Orange (374.9 Mbps), second in the ranking, trails the winner by over 50 Mbps, which is still an impressive result, allowing for instant consumption of 8K video content. Further places are held by Play (233.5 Mbps) and Plus (119.6 Mbps), which lags significantly behind the field.

Average data upload speed: T-Mobile (64.1 Mbps)

In the upload category, which is crucial for content creators and remote workers, the competition is very close. T-Mobile (64.1 Mbps) slightly leads Orange (62.0 Mbps). Play (54.8 Mbps) also recorded a solid result, while Plus (28.2 Mbps) offers speeds half as fast as the rest of the competition.

Lowest ping value: Orange (21.9 ms)

For gamers, the most important information is that Orange offers the lowest latency at 21.9 ms. Right behind it are Play (22.7 ms) and T-Mobile (23.4 ms). Even Plus (25.4 ms), closing the field, offers parameters in 5G technology that allow for comfortable online gaming.

4G LTE Results

Even though the industry’s eyes are on 5G, over 187,000 tests in the 4G LTE standard show that it is still the most important technology for the majority of Poles.

Average data download speed: T-Mobile (64.7 Mbps)

T-Mobile maintained the crown with a result of 64.7 Mbps. The competition for second place took place between Orange (49.0 Mbps) and Play (44.8 Mbps). Plus (41.4 Mbps) closes the list. Differences between operators in LTE are much smaller than in the case of 5G.

Average data upload speed: T-Mobile (23.9 Mbps)

In the LTE data upload category, there is a minor difference between T-Mobile (23.9 Mbps) and Play (23.7 Mbps). Orange is close behind with a result of 22.4 Mbps, and Plus again records the weakest result (18.7 Mbps).

Lowest ping value: Orange (28.5 ms)

In fourth-generation networks, Orange again recorded the lowest ping (28.5 ms). It is worth noting that latency in 4G is about 7-8 ms higher than in 5G technology, which clearly indicates that upgrading equipment to the newer standard has a real impact on network responsiveness. The next places were taken by T-Mobile (29.5 ms) and Play (29.6 ms), with Plus (37.2 ms) closing the list.

5G/4G LTE Results Table

Methodology: How is the RFBENCHMARK report created?

The foundation of our analyses is transparency and measurement precision. The data collection process is based on an advanced crowdsourcing model, which allows for the most realistic picture of User Experience (UX) in Polish mobile networks.

Data Acquisition Mechanism

The data used in the ranking comes directly from end users using the proprietary RFBENCHMARK mobile app. This methodology allows for:

• Real-World Testing: Measurements take place in the user’s natural environment, rather than in sterile laboratory conditions.
• Geospatial Analysis: Each measurement is assigned to a specific location (geolocation), allowing for precise mapping of signal quality across Poland.
• Technology segmentation: The system automatically recognizes the connection standard (5G, 4G LTE, 3G) and identifies the infrastructure operator.

Key Performance Indicators

Our analytical engine aggregates and verifies data in three key areas of service quality (QoS – Quality of Service):

Signal integrity and stability: Continuous monitoring of signal levels and connection quality depending on network cell (BTS) load.

Bandwidth: Measurements of Download and Upload speeds performed at the user’s request.

Network responsiveness: Latency/Ping tests, crucial for real-time services such as gaming or video conferencing.

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Recommended connection parameters for seamless use of individual Internet services

			Szybkość pobierania [Mbps]:
Rodzaj usługi	od 0.1 do 0.3	od 0.3 do 1	od 1 do 2	od 2 do 6	powyżej 6	Ping
Gry sieciowe czasu rzeczywistego						Poniżej 30 ms
Skype rozmowy i VoIP						Poniżej 150 ms
Skype rozmowy wideo / udostępnianie ekranu						Poniżej 150 ms
Skype grupowe rozmowy wideo (3 osoby)						Poniżej 150 ms
Przeglądanie stron WWW						Poniżej 200 ms
Facebook						Poniżej 200 ms
Gry sieciowe inne						Poniżej 200 ms
YouTube wideo w jakości 480p, inne serwisy jakość SD						Poniżej 200 ms
YouTube wideo w jakości HD						Poniżej 200 ms

Sample access times for individual Internet services, depending on data download speed

	Szybkość pobiernia
Rodzaj usługi	0.3 Mbps	1 Mbps	2 Mbps	6 Mbps
Otwarcie strony WWW (www.notelit.pl – 1,2 MB)	32 s	10 s	5 s	2 s	Czas dostępu do usługi
Pobranie wiadomości e-mail z załącznikami (5 MB)	133 s (2min)	40 s	20 s	7 s	Czas dostępu do usługi
Pobranie mapy Warszawy w Google Maps (3,4 MB)	91 s	27 s	14 s	5 s	Czas dostępu do usługi
Załadowanie gry flash (3 MB)	80 s	24 s	12 s	4 s	Czas dostępu do usługi
Załadowanie strumienia audio z serwisu Wrzuta (6:09 – 10 MB)	267 s (4 min)	80 s	40 s	13 s	Czas dostępu do usługi
Załadowanie strumienia video Full HD z serwisu YouTube (2:33 – 40MB)	1067 s (18 min)	320 s (5 min)	160 s (3 min)	53 s	Czas dostępu do usługi
Pobranie pliku z serwera FTP (100 MB)	2667 S (44 min)	800 s (13 min)	400 s (7 min)	133 s (2 min)	Czas dostępu do usługi

Technology That Cannot Fail

RFBENCHMARK joins a curated selection of Polish technology leaders united by their expertise in mission-critical development. The Polish National Pavilion will also feature industry innovators such as Transition Technologies PSC, Electronic Prototypes, TELDAT, Rimedo Labs, and Dynacon.

“Our presence at MWC 2026 is a testament to how effectively we are filling a market gap in critical communications,” said a representative of RFBENCHMARK. “We provide advanced solutions in areas where appropriate tools were previously missing or price-prohibitive for mass adoption. We are proving that critical technologies can be more accessible and scalable without compromising on uncompromising reliability.”

MWC Barcelona: The Epicenter of the Digital Revolution

Mobile World Congress remains the largest and most influential telecommunications event globally. The 2026 edition, held from March 2–5, is expected to draw over 100,000 attendees and 3,000 exhibitors. Barcelona serves as the primary stage for defining the future of 6G networks, the integration of AI with mobile infrastructure, and national security standards in communication.

State Support for Innovation: The Role of the Ministry and PAIH

The Polish National Pavilion is a joint initiative of the Ministry of Digital Affairs and the Polish Investment and Trade Agency. These institutions consistently build the “Poland. Business Forward” brand, promoting the Polish ICT sector across the world’s most vital markets.

Through the strategic support of the Ministry and PAIH, Polish companies gain access to high-level networking opportunities. Standing together under the national banner allows specialized engineering firms to compete for visibility with global giants, highlighting the superior quality of Polish solutions for sectors where failure is not an option.

Strategic Analysis: The Evolution of Poland’s Mobile Network Landscape (2025)

The first RFBENCHMARK ranking of the new year is based on 386,286 measurements performed by users of the mobile app in January 2026. Such a sample size allows for a reliable assessment of network quality on a nationwide scale.

In January, nearly half of all tests—182,477 (47.2%)—were conducted using 5G technology. The 4G LTE standard still enjoyed slightly higher popularity, with 202,184 measurements (52.3%) carried out. Only a negligible percentage of users utilized older technological solutions during this time.

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Mobile Internet in Poland – What did the situation look like in December 2025?

Summarizing the results from December 2025, 5G technology belonged to T-Mobile, which achieved the best results for downloading (429.7 Mbps) and uploading files (64.5 Mbps). Orange took second place in speeds, but this operator proved to be the best choice for those seeking the lowest latency, recording a ping of 22.0 ms. Play and Plus recorded lower parameters, with Plus closing the list with a download speed of 119.4 Mbps.

Regarding the 4G LTE network, T-Mobile dominated the ranking, winning in all categories, including data download with a result of 65.8 Mbps and the lowest ping at 29.4 ms. The competition for subsequent places was very tight—in data upload, Play almost tied with the leader, reaching 22.9 Mbps. Plus was once again at the bottom of the list, clearly lagging behind the other operators, particularly in the case of network response time.

See what mobile internet looked like in December 2025

Internet mobilny w Polsce (styczeń 2026)

5G Results

Average Data Download Speed: T-Mobile (447.3 Mbps)

This parameter, crucial for multimedia content consumption and page loading speed, is characterized by the greatest stratification of results. The data indicates the unquestionable dominance of T-Mobile (447.3 Mbps), which leads the second-place Orange (380.2 Mbps) by over 60 Mbps. A clear categorization of operators is noticeable: a leader, a strong runner-up, and a chasing group, in which Play (236.7 Mbps) and the trailing Plus (126.0 Mbps) achieve results significantly lower than the ranking winner, suggesting significant differences in 5G infrastructure performance in this aspect.

Average Data Upload Speed: T-Mobile (65.9 Mbps)

Upload speed, which determines the comfort of remote work and video conferencing, shows a much more even level of competition at the top. Although T-Mobile (65.9 Mbps) maintains the leader position, the differences relative to Orange (61.0 Mbps) and Play (56.3 Mbps) are relatively small, which may translate to similar user comfort across these three. Plus (29.7 Mbps) once again clearly lags behind the competition, offering bandwidth more than half as low as the market standards set by the other operators.

Lowest Ping Value: Play (22.4 ms)

In the category deciding network responsiveness (crucial for gamers), the dominance of the previous leader is broken in favor of the Play network, which recorded the lowest latency at 22.4 ms. However, it should be noted that the differences at the top are marginal. The results obtained by second-place Orange (23.1 ms) and third-place T-Mobile (24.1 ms) deviate from the leader by less than 2 ms, which in practical application means almost identical latency characteristics for all mentioned entities.

4G LTE Results

Average Data Download Speed: T-Mobile (64.3 Mbps)

In the older network standard, similar to 5G, T-Mobile takes the leader position, achieving a result of 64.3 Mbps. The advantage over second-place Orange (48.5 Mbps) is clear, though not as drastic as in the case of the newer technology. In the lower part of the table, we observe almost identical performance from operators Play (43.7 Mbps) and Plus (42.4 Mbps), where the difference is marginal and amounts to only 1.3 Mbps.

Average Data Upload Speed: Play (23.9 Mbps)

This category is characterized by the most even fight for first place. The leader of the listing is Play with a result of 23.9 Mbps, however, T-Mobile (23.7 Mbps) trails by a statistically insignificant 0.2 Mbps. Orange places just behind the top two with a result of 22.0 Mbps. A deviation from the market average is the result of the Plus network (18.0 Mbps), which was the only one to fall below the 20 Mbps threshold.

Lowest Ping Value: Orange (27.9 ms)

Regarding latency in the 4G network, Orange performs best, noting the lowest ping at 27.9 ms. Competition at the top is very tight—Play (28.7 ms) and T-Mobile (29.1 ms) offer parameters close to the leader, and differences are hard to detect in typical usage. The list is closed by Plus with a result of 37.9 ms, which constitutes a delay 10 ms greater than the competition, which may already be significant for people using LTE.

Tabela wyników 5G/4G LTE

Methodology: Transparency in RFBENCHMARK Crowdsourced Analytics

The RFBENCHMARK reporting engine utilizes a crowdsourcing model to capture the authentic User Experience (UX).

Data Acquisition Framework

• Real-World Testing (RWT): Data is collected via the RFBENCHMARK mobile application in natural user environments rather than synthetic laboratory conditions.
• Geospatial Analysis: Every data point is geolocated to provide a granular map of signal quality across the Polish territory.
• Technological Segmentation: Our engine automatically differentiates between 5G, 4G LTE, and 3G standards to ensure data integrity.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

We aggregate and verify data across three core Quality of Service (QoS) pillars:

Network Responsiveness: Latency/Ping testing critical for mission-critical real-time services.takich jak gaming czy wideokonferencje.

Signal Integrity: Monitoring BTS cell load and connection stability.

Bandwidth Throughput: Demand-based measurement of Download and Upload speeds.

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Recommended Connection Parameters for Seamless Use of Online Services

Example Access Times for Various Online Services Depending on Download Speed