Internet, television & telephone
The Internet network in Germany is neat. Compared to other European nations, the connection speeds can be slow in some cases. Therefore, before signing a contract, make sure you do a speed test. Due to the history (the DSL and cable network was both long owned by Telekom) DSL is widely used.
The improved VDSL standard enables better speeds. This has become necessary because the Telekom had to sell the cable network. Some providers now also offer Internet access via the cable network.
In addition to Internet, (almost) every tariff includes a landline connection. In addition, things like television can be booked.
Lebara
Lebara is one of the fastest growing mobile communications companies in Europe with five million active customers, 1,000 employees worldwide and operations in eight countries.
At Lebara, customers can order prepaid SIM cards free of charge and top them up with credit whenever they want to make international calls, send SMS and use data. Lebara offers a wide range of national and international tariffs, enabling customers to make low-cost calls to over 200 countries without any contractual obligations. With this offer, Lebara is addressing customers who frequently make international calls, particularly people with a migration background living in Germany.
How it works
- ORder your free SIM card
- Receive the SIM card
- Choose the appropriate tariff or service
- You will receive all further information from Lebara in your customer area
Your advantages with Lebara
Why should I get Lebara?
- prepaid SIM cards free of charge
- top them up with credit whenever they want to make international calls, send SMS and use data
- offers a wide range of national and international tariffs
- English speaking technicians may be available in customer service
How much does it cost?
This depends on your tariff and services.
Deutsche Telekom – Mobile Plans
Deutsche Telekom should be your No.1 choice if you are looking for great mobile network quality.
Deutsche Telekom has been rated best German mobile network 3 times in a row by several popular consumer magazines, such as ‘Connect’ and ‘Chip’.
Quality comes with a price though, which you should be aware of.
But if you are in need of fast mobile internet and great network coverage throughout Germany then Deutsche Telekom is your best pick.
How it works
- Choose if you want to have TV through the provider in addition to Internet & landline
- Choose the appropriate tariff (especially speed)
- Fill in your data
- Select the time for the switching
- You will receive all further information from Telekom
Your advantages with Telekom
Why should I get Telekom?
Deutsche Telekom has won every test regarding quality of net coverage and quality in the last couple of years.
Right now they also are ahead of competition when it comes to LTE and mobile internet.
But quality comes at a price, which in this case is slightly higher costs than other German mobile phone providers.
How much does it cost?
This depends on your tariff and services.
O2
o2 recently became the biggest German mobile provider after merging with Eplus.
This means that they are probably a good pick already, as many of your friends might have a contract with them.
O2 has recently improved its mobile network. In cities and urban areas, the network is very good.
How it works
- Choose the appropriate tariff (especially speed)
- Fill in your data
- Select the time for the switching
- You will receive all further information from O2
Your advantages with O2
Why should I get O2?
O2 Mobile Contracts are a great choice for all that want to save some money but still need full LTE speed.
If you prefer flexibility you better sign up for a contract that can be quit on a monthly basis.
Reception in big cities is very good, but if you live in a rural area ask your friends first if they experience problems with reception with o2.
How much does it cost?
This depends on your tariff and services.