A1 Telekom Austria Speed Test

A1 Telekom Austria is the leading fixed and mobile network operator in Austria with 5.4 million mobile and 2.3 million fixed-line customers. A1 provides fiber, DSL, mobile broadband, and IPTV services with download speeds up to 1000 Mbps through its nationwide Glasfaser fiber network.

About A1 Telekom Austria

A1 Telekom Austria traces its origins to Austria's state-owned PTT telecommunications service, with the modern company established in 1998. Headquartered in Vienna at Lassallestrasse 9, A1 is part of the A1 Telekom Austria Group, which operates across seven European countries.

The company is Austria's largest telecommunications provider with the most extensive fixed and mobile infrastructure. A1 operates the country's largest fiber-optic network and was among the first Austrian operators to deploy nationwide 5G coverage.

A1 Telekom Austria Plans and Services

A1 Telekom Austria offers several internet plans across different technologies and price points.

A1 offers fixed internet through DSL, FTTC, and FTTH technologies with speeds from 50 Mbps to 1000 Mbps. Glasfaser (fiber) plans provide symmetrical speeds in areas with FTTH coverage. New customers receive 3 months free service plus 20 percent off the monthly rate until month 24.

The setup fee is EUR 29.90 with a 24-month minimum contract. A1 also provides mobile plans, IPTV through A1 Xplore TV, VoIP telephony, and A1 Cube wireless broadband for areas without fixed-line coverage.

A1 Telekom Austria Internet Plans

Plan	Speed	Price	Features
A1 Internet 50 dsl	50 Mbps	EUR 29.90/month	DSL or FTTC connection Unlimited data A1 WLAN Box included
A1 Internet 150 dsl	150 Mbps	EUR 39.90/month	VDSL or FTTC connection Unlimited data A1 WLAN Box included
A1 Glasfaser 500 fiber	500 Mbps	EUR 49.90/month	Fiber-to-the-home Symmetrical speeds Unlimited data
A1 Glasfaser 1000 fiber	1000 Mbps	EUR 59.90/month	Symmetrical 1 Gbps speeds Fiber-to-the-home Unlimited data 3 months free for new customers

Prices and availability may vary by location. Contact A1 Telekom Austria for current offers.

A1 Telekom Austria Coverage by Region

A1 Telekom Austria performance varies by location. Coverage density, local infrastructure, and network congestion affect speeds in each market.

Vienna

Coverage: Full FTTH, FTTC, DSL, and 5G coverage across all districts Typical: 200-1000 Mbps on fiber. 50-150 Mbps on VDSL Peak congestion: Minimal impact on fiber. DSL may see 10-15 percent slowdown during evening peak

Best fiber availability in Austria. Most addresses have FTTH access.

Graz and Styria

Coverage: Expanding FTTH in Graz city center. FTTC and DSL in surrounding areas Typical: 100-500 Mbps in Graz center. 30-100 Mbps in rural Styria Peak congestion: Moderate congestion on DSL during evening hours

Fiber rollout ongoing with focus on Graz urban area

Linz and Upper Austria

Coverage: Competes with LIWEST for coverage. FTTH expanding in Linz. DSL and FTTC elsewhere Typical: 100-500 Mbps in Linz. 30-150 Mbps in smaller towns Peak congestion: Low congestion on fiber. DSL users may notice slowdowns

LIWEST is the dominant provider in this region. A1 offers an alternative with wider technology options.

Salzburg

Coverage: Competes with Salzburg AG CableLink. FTTH in Salzburg city. DSL and FTTC in rural areas Typical: 100-500 Mbps in the city. 30-100 Mbps in rural areas Peak congestion: Low to moderate during peak hours

Salzburg AG has strong regional cable infrastructure. A1 offers fiber where available.

Tyrol and Vorarlberg

Coverage: Growing FTTH in Innsbruck and Bregenz. DSL in valleys and mountain areas Typical: 50-300 Mbps in towns. 20-80 Mbps in alpine areas Peak congestion: Noticeable on DSL in tourist areas during ski season

Mountain terrain limits fixed-line reach. 5G and A1 Cube fill gaps.

Is A1 Telekom Austria Right for You?

Every provider has trade-offs. Here is how A1 Telekom Austria performs based on real-world usage and customer feedback.

Strengths

Largest fiber network in Austria with 76,500 km of cable reaching 95 percent of municipalities
Widest range of connection technologies including FTTH, FTTC, VDSL, 5G, and 4G LTE
Symmetrical upload and download speeds on Glasfaser fiber plans
5.4 million mobile customers provide scale for continued network investment
A1 Xplore TV offers integrated IPTV with streaming apps
3 months free plus 20 percent discount for new customers on fiber plans
A1 Cube wireless broadband fills coverage gaps where fixed-line is unavailable

Weaknesses

Higher pricing than smaller regional competitors like LIWEST or kabelplus
24-month minimum contract required on all fixed internet plans
DSL speeds vary significantly based on distance from the exchange
Customer service wait times can be long during peak hours
EUR 29.90 setup fee applies on top of monthly costs

Best For

Households wanting Austria's widest fiber coverage and fastest speeds
Users who need bundled mobile, TV, and internet from one provider
Businesses requiring reliable nationwide connectivity
Tech-savvy users who want symmetrical gigabit fiber
Rural customers needing 5G or A1 Cube wireless backup

Not Ideal For

Budget-conscious users seeking the cheapest monthly rates
Customers who prefer month-to-month flexibility without contracts
Users in areas where regional providers like LIWEST or kabelplus offer faster local speeds

How A1 Telekom Austria Compares

Side-by-side comparison of A1 Telekom Austria against major competitors in Austria.

Competitor	Speed	Price	Coverage	Verdict
Magenta	Both offer up to 1000 Mbps. A1 delivers symmetrical fiber speeds in FTTH areas. Magenta relies more on cable with asymmetric speeds up to 1000 Mbps down.	A1 Glasfaser 1000 costs EUR 59.90 per month. Magenta Internet XL at 1000 Mbps costs EUR 64.90. A1 is slightly cheaper at the top tier.	A1 covers 95 percent of municipalities with fiber. Magenta has wider cable reach through the former UPC network, especially in urban areas.	Choose A1 for fiber availability and symmetrical speeds. Choose Magenta for cable coverage in cities or if you want combined mobile and TV bundles.
Drei	A1 delivers up to 1000 Mbps on fiber. Drei offers up to 300 Mbps on fixed-wireless and 1000 Mbps on limited fiber. A1 fiber is more consistent.	Drei Internet S starts at EUR 24.90 for 50 Mbps. A1 Internet 50 costs EUR 29.90. Drei is EUR 5 cheaper at entry level.	A1 has broader fixed-line reach across Austria. Drei covers major urban areas with 5G but has limited FTTH availability.	Choose A1 for reliable fiber broadband. Choose Drei for 5G fixed-wireless with a bandwidth guarantee in urban areas.
Kabelplus	Both reach 1000 Mbps maximum. kabelplus delivers strong cable speeds in its coverage area. A1 offers more technology choices.	kabelplus kabelNET 300 costs EUR 44.90. A1 offers 300 Mbps via FTTC or fiber at similar pricing. kabelplus entry plans start EUR 5 cheaper.	A1 covers all of Austria. kabelplus is limited to Lower Austria and Burgenland only.	Choose kabelplus for competitive pricing in Lower Austria. Choose A1 if you need nationwide availability or plan to move.

Troubleshooting A1 Telekom Austria Issues

Common A1 Telekom Austria connection problems and how to fix them.

Internet speed is significantly below the advertised plan speed

Cause: DSL speeds depend on distance from the exchange. WiFi interference and outdated routers also reduce throughput.

Connect via ethernet cable to isolate WiFi issues
Run a speed test at speedtest.a1.net to compare with plan speeds
Restart the A1 WLAN Box by unplugging for 30 seconds
Check if other devices are consuming bandwidth
Contact A1 support to verify line quality if DSL speeds are consistently low

Internet connection drops intermittently throughout the day

Cause: Faulty cabling, router firmware issues, or line interference on DSL connections.

Check all cable connections between the wall socket and router
Update the A1 WLAN Box firmware through the router admin panel
Move the router away from microwaves, baby monitors, and cordless phones
Reset the router to factory settings if drops persist
Request a line test from A1 technical support

WiFi signal is weak in certain rooms or floors

Cause: Thick walls, long distances, and interference from neighboring networks reduce WiFi range.

Place the A1 WLAN Box in a central location away from walls and metal objects
Switch to the 5 GHz WiFi band for less interference in short range
Use the 2.4 GHz band for longer range through walls
Add an A1 WiFi Mesh extender for whole-home coverage

A1 Telekom Austria History

Key milestones in A1 Telekom Austria development and network expansion.

1887

Austrian state-owned PTT telecommunications service established under k.k. Post- und Telegraphenverwaltung

1996

Post-und Telekom Austria AG restructured as a public corporation from the former state PTT

1998

A1 Telekom Austria established as the modern telecommunications company

2000

Telekom Austria privatized and listed on Vienna and New York Stock Exchanges

2003

Launched 3G UMTS mobile services across Austria

2006

Telekom Austria Group created as a holding company with operations across seven countries

2010

Merged fixed-line and mobile divisions into unified A1 Telekom Austria brand. Deployed 4G LTE network

2020

Launched commercial 5G NR network services in Austria

2024

Fiber network reached 76,500 km covering 95 percent of Austrian municipalities

Test Your A1 Telekom Austria Speed

Run a free speed test to check if A1 Telekom Austria delivers the speeds you are paying for. Test during peak evening hours for the most realistic results. Compare your results against A1 Telekom Austria advertised speeds above.

A1 Telekom Austria Speed Test FAQ

What internet speeds does A1 offer in Austria?

A1 offers internet speeds from 50 Mbps on DSL to 1000 Mbps on fiber-to-the-home (Glasfaser) connections. Speed tiers include 50, 100, 150, 300, 500, and 1000 Mbps depending on the technology available at your address. Fiber plans deliver symmetrical speeds, while DSL and FTTC speeds vary based on distance from the exchange. Check A1's coverage tool to see which speeds are available at your location.

How much does A1 internet cost?

A1 internet plans start from EUR 29.90 per month for 50 Mbps and go up to EUR 59.90 per month for 1000 Mbps Glasfaser. New customers receive 3 months free service followed by a 20 percent discount until month 24. The one-time setup fee is EUR 29.90. A1 also offers regional promotions in Vienna, Graz, and Linz with special pricing. All plans require a 24-month minimum contract commitment.

Is A1 fiber available at my address?

A1 Glasfaser fiber-to-the-home availability depends on your specific address. A1 is continuously expanding its fiber network across Austria, with coverage concentrated in urban and suburban areas. You can check fiber availability by entering your address on the A1 website at a1.net. In areas without fiber, A1 provides broadband through DSL, FTTC, or A1 Cube wireless technologies as alternatives.

How do I test my A1 internet speed?

Use the free speed test tool at the top of this page to measure your A1 connection performance. Click Start Test to check your download speed, upload speed, and ping latency. For the most accurate measurement, connect your device to the A1 router via ethernet cable, close background applications, and ensure no other devices are using bandwidth during the test. Compare results against your plan's advertised speed to verify performance.