Mobile Vikings vs hey!: which internet provider suits you best?
Coax or Fiber, what does that mean for you?
Hey! internet via the Telenet network
Hey! uses the Telenet network for internet at home. It’s a hybrid Fiber-coax network where the connection is partially shared with other users nearby. Download speeds are high, but upload speeds remain lower and asymmetrical.
For standard internet use, that works perfectly fine. But anyone regularly making video calls, uploading large files or working with cloud backups will notice the limitations of coax more quickly.
Mobile Vikings internet via the Proximus network
Mobile Vikings uses the Proximus network. Where Fiber is available, you get a dedicated Fiber connection with much higher upload speeds. No Fiber yet? Then you surf via a stable copper connection (VDSL).
With Fiber, you don’t share bandwidth with your neighbours, which results in stable performance, even during peak hours.
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Upload speed: up to 12x faster with Mobile Vikings Fiber
At comparable download speeds, Mobile Vikings Fiber offers much higher upload speeds (50 Mbps) than hey! internet (10 Mbps). You’ll especially notice the difference during video calls, cloud backups, livestreaming and remote work.
10 Mbps vs 50 Mbps: when do you notice the difference?
Teams or Zoom calls
Your video stays sharp and stable, even if others at home are streaming, video calling or gaming online at the same time.
Uploading a 1 GB cloud backup
At 10 Mbps this takes around 14 minutes, at 50 Mbps less than 3 minutes.
Livestreaming via Twitch or YouTube
Streaming in high quality runs much smoother with Fiber and higher upload speeds.
Synchronising NAS or cloud storage
Upload large files in the background without your video calls starting to lag.
Mobile Vikings vs hey!: pricing, speed and included costs
The pricing of Mobile Vikings and hey! is very similar, but Mobile Vikings offers higher upload speeds and Fiber options. On top of that, Mobile Vikings gives you a fixed price without temporary promos.
| Provider | Monthly price | Download | Upload | Network | Combo mobile + internet |
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| Hey! | € 39 | Up to 200 Mbps | 10 Mbps | Coax | Only with selected mobile subscriptions |
| Mobile Vikings Unlimited Fast Internet | € 40 | 150 Mbps | 50 Mbps | Fiber* | € 3 combo advantage/month |
| Mobile Vikings Unlimited Superfast Internet | € 55 | 1 Gbps | 500 Mbps | Fiber | € 3 combo advantage/month |
* Unlimited Fast Internet is also available via a copper connection. Maximum speeds depend on the technology and availability at your address.
This table compares our offer with that of hey! and does not include information about temporary rates or free bonuses. Would you rather have an independent comparison? Go to besttariff.be. There you’ll find the same awesome price plans.
Best of the Test 2026: Mobile Vikings scores strongly for internet
Why does Mobile Vikings score strongly for internet?
Mobile Vikings was named the best internet provider by Testaankoop for the third year in a row. The organisation looks not only at speed, but also at stability, customer service and value for money.
Mobile Vikings also received the Best of the Test label for mobile in 2024 and 2025. If reliable internet and a strong mobile experience matter to you, that’s an important signal.
Why hey! scores well for mobile
Hey! received the Best of the Test label from Testaankoop for mobile and for the mobile + internet combo.
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Mobile focus
For users mainly focused on mobile data and a simple mobile plan, that's a strong recognition.
Of course, internet at home is probably a little more important to you. Otherwise you wouldn’t be here (duh!). In that case, Mobile Vikings, with its Best of the Test label for internet, remains the strongest choice for anyone prioritising speed, stability and strong performance at home.
Summary: Mobile Vikings or hey!?
Choose Mobile Vikings if you ...
- have Fiber or a copper connection available at your address.
- need high upload speeds for work, gaming or cloud storage.
- want to combine mobile and internet for the € 3 combo advantage each month.
- prefer a provider consistently rated highly by Testaankoop over multiple years.
Consider hey! if you ...
- live at a coax-only address.
- are looking for a simple budget combo.
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Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Mobile Vikings and hey!?
The biggest difference between Mobile Vikings and hey! lies in the network and upload speeds. Mobile Vikings uses the Proximus network with Fiber or copper connections, while hey! internet runs on the Telenet coax network. As a result, upload speeds with Mobile Vikings Fiber are much higher: up to 500 Mbps upload compared to around 10 Mbps with hey!. The entry-level pricing is almost identical, but the technology behind the connection is very different.
Which network do Mobile Vikings and hey! use?
Mobile Vikings uses the Proximus network: Fiber where available and otherwise a copper connection (VDSL). Hey! uses the Telenet coax network. Which connection is available depends on your address. Some homes only have coax, others Fiber or copper, and many addresses have access to both networks.
Is hey! cheaper than Mobile Vikings?
The prices are very close. Hey! internet starts at € 39 per month, Mobile Vikings at € 40 per month. With Mobile Vikings, you get higher upload speeds and access to Fiber where available for that price. Combine your internet with a mobile subscription? Then you also get a € 3 combo advantage every month.
What upload speed does hey! internet offer?
With hey!, upload speed on coax is around 10 Mbps. That’s enough for standard use, but during video calls, cloud backups, livestreaming or large uploads, you’ll notice the limitations more quickly. With Mobile Vikings Fiber, you get up to 50 Mbps upload with Unlimited Fast Internet and even up to 1 Gbps upload with Unlimited Hyperfast Internet. That’s 100 times faster.
Do both providers include a free modem?
Yes. Both Mobile Vikings and hey! include a modem with your internet subscription. So you don’t pay any additional purchase cost for your modem.
Does hey! internet work in my apartment?
Hey! internet works via the Telenet coax network and is therefore only available at addresses with coax coverage. That’s the case in many apartments across Flanders and Brussels, but not everywhere. Don’t have coax, but do have Fiber or copper through the Proximus network? Then Mobile Vikings could be an alternative.