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Test your Vivo internet speed in Brazil
www.vivo.com.brVivo is Brazil's largest telecommunications company with over 102 million mobile lines and the widest fiber broadband footprint in the country. Owned by Spain's Telefonica, Vivo operates Vivo Fibra in 447 cities with FTTH speeds up to 10 Gbps. The company also leads Brazil's 5G rollout with standalone coverage in all 27 state capitals.
About Vivo
The Vivo brand launched in 2003 as a mobile joint venture between Telefonica and Portugal Telecom. In 2010, Telefonica acquired full control and merged Vivo with its fixed-line operations under the Telefonica Brasil subsidiary. Vivo is headquartered in the Brooklin Novo neighborhood of Sao Paulo.
Vivo holds a 38.8% share of Brazil's mobile market with 102.4 million active lines. For fixed broadband, Vivo Fibra reaches 30.1 million homes passed (as of March 2025) across 447 cities. The company won the Opensignal Award 2025 for best residential broadband in Brazil.
In September 2025, Vivo launched 10 Gbps fiber based on XGS-PON technology with Wi-Fi 7 modems in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. Vivo also introduced the Fibra LITE annual subscription plan at BRL 90 per month for 500 Mbps, targeting budget-conscious customers.
Vivo Plans and Services
Vivo offers several internet plans across different technologies and price points.
Vivo Fibra residential plans start at 300 Mbps for BRL 99.99 per month. The 500 Mbps plan costs BRL 119.99, and the 1 Gbps plan costs BRL 199.99 per month. All fiber plans include a Wi-Fi router and have no data cap. The new 2 Gbps and 10 Gbps plans are available in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
Vivo's mobile plans range from prepaid at BRL 17-100 for 5-50 GB to postpaid plans starting at BRL 120 per month with unlimited data. 5G standalone access is included on postpaid plans in covered areas. Vivo also offers IPTV through Vivo Play and bundles fiber with mobile for additional discounts.
The Fibra LITE plan offers 500 Mbps for BRL 90 per month on a 12-month annual subscription, purchased digitally with no installation visit in FTTH-ready buildings.
Vivo Internet Plans
| Plan | Speed | Price | Features |
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| Vivo Fibra 300 Mega fiber | 300 Mbps | BRL 99.99/month |
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| Vivo Fibra 500 Mega fiber | 500 Mbps | BRL 119.99/month |
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| Vivo Fibra 1 Giga fiber | 1 Gbps | BRL 199.99/month |
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| Vivo Prepaid 30 Days mobile | 4G LTE/5G | BRL 25.00/month |
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Prices and availability may vary by location. Contact Vivo for current offers.
Vivo Coverage by Region
Vivo performance varies by location. Coverage density, local infrastructure, and network congestion affect speeds in each market.
Sao Paulo Metropolitan Area
Best Vivo coverage area. First for new speed tiers and technology launches
Rio de Janeiro Metropolitan Area
Second priority market after Sao Paulo for new Vivo services
Other State Capitals (Brasilia, Belo Horizonte, Curitiba)
Fiber availability varies by neighborhood. Check address before signing
Smaller Cities and Interior
Regional ISPs like Brisanet often offer better fiber coverage in smaller cities
Is Vivo Right for You?
Every provider has trade-offs. Here is how Vivo performs based on real-world usage and customer feedback.
Strengths
- Largest fiber footprint in Brazil reaching 30.1 million homes in 447 cities
- Widest 5G standalone coverage across all 27 state capitals
- Won Opensignal 2025 award for best residential broadband in Brazil
- 10 Gbps fiber with Wi-Fi 7 available in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro
- Strong prepaid mobile options starting from BRL 17 for short-term use
- WhatsApp data free on prepaid plans. Important for Brazilian users
- Fibra LITE annual plan offers competitive pricing at BRL 90 per month
Weaknesses
- Fiber plans starting at BRL 99.99 are more expensive than some regional providers
- 10 Gbps and 2 Gbps plans limited to Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro initially
- Customer service response times can be slow during peak hours
- Fiber availability varies by neighborhood. Not all addresses in covered cities qualify
- No fiber coverage in many smaller cities where regional ISPs dominate
Best For
- Users in major Brazilian cities who want the most reliable fiber network
- Vivo mobile subscribers who bundle with Vivo Fibra for discounts
- Users who want 5G standalone coverage in state capitals
- Power users in Sao Paulo or Rio who want 10 Gbps fiber with Wi-Fi 7
- Prepaid users who rely heavily on WhatsApp
- Budget users interested in the Fibra LITE annual plan at BRL 90
Not Ideal For
- Users in small cities where regional ISPs offer cheaper fiber
- Budget users who can find 100-300 Mbps from local providers for under BRL 80
- Rural areas where Vivo fiber is unavailable (consider Starlink or mobile hotspot)
- Users who need 10 Gbps outside Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro
How Vivo Compares
Side-by-side comparison of Vivo against major competitors in Brazil.
| Competitor | Speed | Price | Coverage | Verdict |
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| Claro | Both offer 1 Gbps fiber. Vivo launched 10 Gbps first. Both have 5G standalone in state capitals. | Vivo Fibra 300 Mbps at BRL 99.99. Claro fiber starting at BRL 79.90. Claro's entry price is lower. | Vivo has wider fiber footprint (447 cities). Claro has wider broadband market share due to cable plus fiber. | Choose Vivo for the largest fiber network and 5G coverage. Choose Claro for lower entry pricing and cable availability. |
| Tim | Vivo offers up to 10 Gbps fiber. TIM Live offers up to 2 Gbps. Vivo has faster top-tier options. | Vivo Fibra 300 Mbps at BRL 99.99. TIM Live generally comparable pricing. TIM mobile plans can be cheaper. | Vivo Fibra covers 447 cities. TIM Live is available in 10 states. Vivo has much wider fiber coverage. | Choose Vivo for wider fiber coverage and faster maximum speeds. Choose TIM for competitive mobile plans. |
Troubleshooting Vivo Issues
Common Vivo connection problems and how to fix them.
Vivo Fibra speeds are lower than the subscribed plan
Cause: Wi-Fi limitations, router placement, or local network congestion during evening hours.
- Test with a wired Ethernet cable to determine if Wi-Fi is the bottleneck
- Restart the Vivo Fibra router by unplugging for 30 seconds
- Place the router in a central location away from walls and electronic devices
- Contact Vivo at 10315 for a remote speed diagnostic
- Request a router upgrade if your model does not support Wi-Fi 6
Vivo mobile 5G or 4G speeds are slow in my area
Cause: Network congestion, distance from tower, or connected to 4G instead of 5G.
- Check if your phone displays a 5G indicator. If not, you may be on 4G
- Move to an outdoor location for better signal reception
- Toggle airplane mode on and off to force reconnection
- Test during off-peak hours (early morning) to see maximum speed
- Check Vivo's coverage map to confirm 5G is available at your location
Vivo History
Key milestones in Vivo development and network expansion.
Vivo brand launched as a mobile joint venture between Telefonica and Portugal Telecom
Telefonica acquired full control and merged Vivo with fixed-line operations
Vivo Fibra FTTH service launched in major Brazilian cities
Acquired Oi's mobile customer base as part of Oi's bankruptcy restructuring
Launched standalone 5G in all 27 state capitals after spectrum auction
Launched 10 Gbps XGS-PON fiber with Wi-Fi 7 in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro
Test Your Vivo Speed
Run a free speed test to check if Vivo delivers the speeds you are paying for. Test during peak evening hours for the most realistic results. Compare your results against Vivo advertised speeds above.
Vivo Speed Test FAQ
How fast is Vivo Fibra internet in Brazil?
Vivo Fibra delivers real-world download speeds of 200-800 Mbps on plans up to 1 Gbps, depending on your location, router, and connection method. The new 10 Gbps XGS-PON plan in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro can reach multi-gigabit speeds with compatible equipment. Testing with a wired Ethernet cable gives the most accurate results. Vivo won the Opensignal 2025 award for best residential broadband in Brazil, indicating consistently strong performance across its fiber network.
Does Vivo offer 5G in Brazil?
Yes. Vivo operates standalone 5G in all 27 Brazilian state capitals. Vivo was among the first carriers to launch 5G after Brazil's spectrum auction in 2021. Coverage is expanding beyond state capitals into metropolitan areas. Typical 5G download speeds range from 100-400 Mbps in covered areas. 5G access is included on Vivo postpaid plans at no extra cost. You need a 5G-compatible smartphone to connect. Vivo also offers 5G Home Internet as a fixed wireless alternative to fiber in state capitals.
Is Vivo or Claro better for internet in Brazil?
Vivo has the largest fiber-to-the-home network in Brazil, reaching 447 cities with 30.1 million homes passed. Claro has a larger overall broadband market share because it combines fiber with its cable TV (formerly NET Virtua) infrastructure. For pure fiber quality, Vivo won the Opensignal 2025 best broadband award. Claro's entry-level pricing starts lower at BRL 79.90 versus Vivo's BRL 99.99. In smaller cities, check which provider has fiber at your address. Regional ISPs may offer better deals than either Vivo or Claro.