Mobile Vikings vs Telenet: what's the difference and which internet provider suits you best?
Fiber vs coax: two fundamentally different networks
How does the Telenet coax network work?
Telenet uses coax, the cable network originally rolled out for TV. This network is shared with your neighborhood, which means upload speeds can be more affected during peak hours than download speeds. You usually get a strong download, but upload stays capped (on the current Internet Basic plan: 20 Mbps). For people working from home, uploading videos, or using cloud storage, this can be a drawback.
What network does Mobile Vikings use? Proximus Fiber and copper explained
Mobile Vikings uses the Proximus network: Fiber where it’s available, the copper connection (VDSL) elsewhere. Fiber is a point-to-point connection: you get your own dedicated line all the way to the street cabinet, with no shared cable involved. That keeps your connection stable, even during peak hours. No coax, no shared bandwidth.
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Price and unlimited internet: what do you actually pay?
This is probably what brought you here. Since April 2026 you can also sign up with Telenet without a forced TV bundle, but the entry price then climbs by € 20. With Mobile Vikings you get unlimited internet on every plan, with no hidden costs once a promo period ends.
| Mobile Vikings | Telenet | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-level internet | € 40/month (Unlimited Fast Internet, 150 Mbps download / 50 Mbps upload over Fiber*) | € 56/month (Internet Basic, 200 Mbps download / 20 Mbps upload) |
| Fastest internet | € 90/month (Unlimited Hyper Fast Internet, 5 Gbps download / 1 Gbps upload over Fiber) | € 85/month (Internet Turbo, 2.5 Gbps download / 200 Mbps upload) |
| Unlimited internet | Yes, on every plan | Yes, on every plan |
| TV decoder | None | Yes, in bundles |
| Combo advantage | -€ 3/month, permanent on internet + mobile | Rotating temporary bundle promos |
| Modem and installation | Included | Included |
Bottom line: with Mobile Vikings you get a stronger upload across the board and you don’t pay for extras like a TV decoder you don’t use.
* 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 Telenet 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.
Upload speed: where the gap actually opens up
Need 4 speed in both directions? A fast download is what you notice when streaming. A fast upload is what counts for video calls, gaming, cloud back-ups and file sharing. On coax, upload tops out at 30 Mbps. On Mobile Vikings Fiber you get up to 500 Mbps upload, a noticeably faster and steadier experience.
30 Mbps vs 500 Mbps upload: what does that mean in practice?
Working from home and video calls
At 30 Mbps upload, your video call shares the bandwidth with whatever your laptop is auto-syncing to OneDrive or Google Drive. Is your video call lagging? Then the upload speed is often the culprit, not your device.
Cloud back-up or NAS
Backing up 10 GB takes around 45 minutes at 30 Mbps. At 500 Mbps, it’s done in under 3 minutes.
Streaming from home
Going live to Twitch or pushing a fat file to Drive runs noticeably faster on a higher upload.
Gamers
For online gaming, ping matters more than raw upload speed. But when someone’s gaming while another person is on a video call, you’ll notice the difference immediately.
Switching from Telenet to Mobile Vikings
Easy peasy. We’ll handle your switch via the Easy Switch procedure, at an installation time that suits you. Already have a Telenet modem? Simply return it to Telenet. With Mobile Vikings, you get a modem included. In many cases, you can install it yourself for free, whenever it suits you. If self-installation isn’t possible, an installer will come by. Free of charge, no interruptions, no extra admin. No long interruptions and no extra admin. Not sure whether Fiber is available at your address? Do the address check first. If Fiber isn’t available yet, you can still request internet through a copper connection.
TV and bundles: an honest take
TV is where the difference becomes clear. Mobile Vikings deliberately goes for a pure internet approach: no paying for a decoder and no proprietary digital TV service. Telenet now also lets you sign up without a TV bundle, but TV still remains a major part of their offering. Mainly using streaming services? Then internet alone will do the job. Still watching traditional TV with a decoder? Then Telenet is probably the better fit.
Telenet TV vs streaming through apps
Telenet offers TV with a decoder, live channels, recordings and viewing through the Telenet TV app. It’s a strong option if you still watch traditional TV: the fixed 7 pm news, live sports, or a decoder your grandma can easily use. Streaming services such as Netflix, Streamz and Disney+ can be added separately.
With Mobile Vikings, you watch TV through streaming apps and free TV apps on your smart TV, such as Disney+, VTM GO, VRT MAX, Streamz, Netflix or YouTube. No decoder and no fixed TV subscription: you choose exactly what you want. If you already watch everything through apps, that can quickly make a noticeable difference in cost compared to a traditional TV bundle.
Summary: Mobile Vikings or Telenet?
Choose Mobile Vikings if you …
- only want internet at home, at a lower entry price.
- need a strong upload for working from home, video calls, gaming or cloud back-ups.
- want to combine high upload speeds and unlimited mobile plans in one offer.
- prefer a provider that has been consistently rated highly by Testaankoop for several years.
Consider Telenet if you …
- see classic TV with a decoder and channel line-up as essential.
- live at an address without a Proximus connection (Fiber or copper).
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Frequently asked questions
Does Mobile Vikings use the same network as Telenet?
No. Telenet runs on its own coax network. Mobile Vikings uses the Proximus network, with Fiber where it’s available and a copper connection (VDSL) elsewhere. Coax is shared with your street, Fiber is point-to-point. That’s what explains the upload gap between the two providers in the Mobile Vikings vs Telenet comparison.
Why is Mobile Vikings cheaper than Telenet?
In the Mobile Vikings vs Telenet comparison the entry price says it all: Mobile Vikings goes for a simple, transparent price. The entry tier is lower (€ 40 against € 56 at Telenet) and you pay the same amount every month, no temporary promos. With Telenet you often see promos tied to other products. The price can look lower at the start, but over the long term you usually pay more.
How big is the upload gap between Telenet and Mobile Vikings?
The gap is real. On coax (Telenet), upload stays clearly lower than download. On Fiber (Mobile Vikings), upload and download sit much closer together. You feel it if you work from home or live-stream.
How does the move from Telenet to Mobile Vikings work?
The move is simple. Mobile Vikings handles everything via your Easy Switch ID, while you pick the installation slot. Your modem and installation are free. Run the address check first to see your available speed.
Does Mobile Vikings offer TV like Telenet?
No, Mobile Vikings does not offer a TV subscription or decoder. If you want traditional TV with recordings and the full range of Belgian channels, then Telenet is still the right choice. If you mainly watch through streaming apps and free TV apps such as Disney+, VTM GO, VRT MAX, Streamz and Netflix, you can quickly save quite a bit each month with Mobile Vikings by not paying for a TV bundle you don’t use.