NetCologne Speed Test - Check Fiber Internet in Cologne

NetCologne is a regional fiber and cable internet provider serving the Cologne metropolitan area with over 400,000 customers. As one of Germany's leading regional ISPs, NetCologne operates its own fiber network with speeds up to 1 Gbps. Test your NetCologne connection to measure actual download, upload, and latency performance.

About NetCologne

NetCologne was founded in 1994 and is owned by the city of Cologne and regional utilities. The company operates its own fiber-optic and hybrid fiber-coax (HFC) network across the Cologne region, including Cologne, Bonn, and surrounding communities.

NetCologne has invested heavily in FTTH infrastructure, making it one of Germany's most fiber-connected regions. The company serves approximately 400,000 residential and business customers with internet, TV, and telephone services.

NetCologne Plans and Services

NetCologne offers several internet plans across different technologies and price points.

NetSpeed fiber plans range from €34.95 to €64.95 per month. NetSpeed 100 offers 100 Mbps at €34.95, NetSpeed 400 provides 400 Mbps at €44.95, and NetSpeed 1000 delivers gigabit speeds at €64.95. All plans include symmetrical or near-symmetrical upload speeds. VDSL alternatives available where fiber has not yet been deployed. NetTV streaming service can be added to internet plans.

NetCologne Internet Plans

Plan	Speed	Price	Features
NetSpeed 100 fiber	100 Mbps	€34.95/month	100 Mbps download, 50 Mbps upload Fiber or cable connection Landline flat rate
NetSpeed 400 fiber	400 Mbps	€44.95/month	400 Mbps download, 200 Mbps upload Fiber connection Landline flat rate
NetSpeed 1000 fiber	1000 Mbps	€64.95/month	1 Gbps download, 500 Mbps upload FTTH fiber Landline flat rate
NetSpeed 100 DSL dsl	100 Mbps	€34.95/month	VDSL where fiber unavailable 100 Mbps download Landline flat rate

Prices and availability may vary by location. Contact NetCologne for current offers.

NetCologne Coverage by Region

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

Cologne city center

Coverage: Dense FTTH fiber coverage. Most addresses can get fiber. Typical: 380-400 Mbps on NetSpeed 400 plans Peak congestion: Very low on fiber. Cable areas see moderate evening congestion.

Highest fiber density in NetCologne's network.

Cologne outer districts

Coverage: Mixed FTTH and HFC cable. Some areas still on VDSL. Typical: 90-100 Mbps on NetSpeed 100 plans Peak congestion: Low on fiber. HFC cable may slow 10-20% during peak.

Fiber expansion ongoing to replace older HFC connections.

Bonn

Coverage: Good FTTH and cable coverage in city center. DSL in suburbs. Typical: 90-100 Mbps on NetSpeed 100 plans Peak congestion: Low overall. Fiber areas perform consistently.

Bonn is NetCologne's second largest market.

Leverkusen

Coverage: Cable and fiber available. Growing FTTH deployment. Typical: 90-100 Mbps on NetSpeed 100 plans Peak congestion: Moderate on cable during peak hours.

Close to Cologne infrastructure. Good service availability.

Bergisch Gladbach

Coverage: VDSL and cable available. Fiber expanding. Typical: 45-50 Mbps on VDSL plans Peak congestion: Low on DSL. Cable speeds may drop at peak.

Outer edge of NetCologne coverage. Fiber rollout progressing.

Is NetCologne Right for You?

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

Strengths

Over 30,500 km of fiber-optic cable deployed - one of Europe's most modern city networks
Own infrastructure serving over 518,000 customers in the Cologne region
High upload speeds up to 500 Mbps on gigabit fiber plans
Pioneered G.fast broadband technology trial in Germany in 2016
City of Cologne ownership ensures long-term local investment
Competitive gigabit pricing at 64.95 EUR per month
LoRaWAN IoT network (ThingsNet) for smart city applications

Weaknesses

Available only in Cologne metropolitan region - very limited geographic reach
No mobile phone services offered
Some buildings still on HFC cable or VDSL - not all addresses have FTTH
Higher base prices than national discounters for DSL tiers
NetTV streaming content library smaller than MagentaTV or Vodafone TV

Best For

Cologne residents wanting fast fiber from a locally owned provider
Content creators in Cologne needing high upload speeds
Businesses in Cologne, Bonn, and Leverkusen needing fiber connectivity
Customers who prefer supporting a city-owned regional provider
Gamers in the Cologne region wanting low-latency fiber

Not Ideal For

Anyone living outside the Cologne metropolitan area
Users needing bundled mobile phone service with broadband
Customers who may relocate outside the Cologne region

How NetCologne Compares

Side-by-side comparison of NetCologne against major competitors in Germany.

Competitor	Speed	Price	Coverage	Verdict
Telekom	NetCologne delivers 1 Gbps / 500 Mbps up on fiber. Telekom VDSL tops at 250/40 Mbps.	NetCologne gigabit costs 64.95 EUR. Telekom MagentaZuhause Giga costs 79.95 EUR.	NetCologne covers the Cologne metro area only. Telekom available nationwide.	Choose NetCologne for faster, cheaper fiber in Cologne. Choose Telekom for nationwide availability.
Vodafone	NetCologne fiber 1 Gbps / 500 Mbps up. Vodafone cable 1 Gbps / 50 Mbps up.	NetCologne gigabit at 64.95 EUR. Vodafone gigabit at 44.99 EUR promotional.	Both cover the Cologne area. Vodafone also available nationally.	Choose NetCologne for dedicated fiber with 10x faster upload. Choose Vodafone for lower promo pricing.
1und1	NetCologne fiber delivers 1 Gbps / 500 Mbps up. 1&1 VDSL caps at 250/40 Mbps.	NetCologne 100 Mbps at 34.95 EUR. 1&1 DSL 100 at 39.99 EUR.	1&1 available nationwide. NetCologne limited to Cologne metro.	Choose NetCologne in Cologne for own-network fiber. Choose 1&1 outside the region.

Troubleshooting NetCologne Issues

Common NetCologne connection problems and how to fix them.

Fiber connection not delivering advertised 400 or 1000 Mbps

Cause: WiFi limitations, old ethernet cable, or router processing bottleneck.

Connect directly to the router with a Cat6 or Cat6a ethernet cable
Verify your device supports gigabit ethernet in network adapter settings
Update router firmware from the NetCologne support portal
Test on the 5 GHz WiFi band if ethernet is not possible
Contact NetCologne support for a remote line check

HFC cable connection noticeably slower between 19:00 and 22:00

Cause: Shared cable bandwidth means peak-hour congestion in dense neighborhoods.

Check if FTTH fiber is available at your address for a technology upgrade
Restart the cable modem to refresh the connection
Reduce simultaneous streaming and large downloads during peak hours
Contact NetCologne to report consistent peak-hour speed drops

Cannot log in to NetCologne customer portal or email

Cause: Password expired, browser cache issue, or account locked after failed attempts.

Reset your password via the NetCologne portal recovery page
Clear browser cache and cookies, then retry
Try a different browser or incognito/private mode
Call NetCologne customer service if account is locked

NetCologne History

Key milestones in NetCologne development and network expansion.

1994

Founded as a regional startup in Cologne with city ownership

2000

Built initial fiber backbone across Cologne city center

2006

Began large-scale fiber deployment across the Cologne metro area

2011

Surpassed 300,000 broadband customers in the region

2016

Pioneered G.fast broadband technology trial on existing fiber infrastructure

2018

Launched LoRaWAN IoT network (ThingsNet) for smart city applications

2020

Reached 30,500 km of deployed fiber-optic cable

2023

Surpassed 518,000 customers. Became Germany's largest regional telecom provider.

Test Your NetCologne Speed

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

NetCologne Speed Test FAQ

How fast is NetCologne internet?

NetCologne offers fiber speeds from 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps download with high upload speeds up to 500 Mbps. The company's FTTH network delivers consistent performance with low latency. Real-world speeds typically match advertised rates since fiber is not shared bandwidth like cable. NetCologne averages among the fastest regional ISPs in Germany. Run a speed test to check your actual connection performance.

Is NetCologne available in my area?

NetCologne serves the Cologne metropolitan region including Cologne, Bonn, Leverkusen, Bergisch Gladbach, and surrounding areas. Coverage depends on whether fiber, cable, or VDSL infrastructure reaches your address. Check availability at netcologne.de by entering your address. The company continues expanding fiber coverage across the region.

How do I test my NetCologne speed?

Use the speed test tool on this page to measure your NetCologne download speed, upload speed, and ping latency. For accurate fiber results, connect your computer directly to the router via ethernet cable. Fiber connections should deliver consistent speeds regardless of time of day. The test takes approximately 30 seconds to complete.

How does NetCologne compare to Telekom?

NetCologne typically offers faster speeds at competitive prices in its coverage area. NetCologne's fiber network delivers true gigabit with high upload speeds, while Telekom VDSL maxes out at 250 Mbps in most areas. However, NetCologne is only available in the Cologne region, while Telekom serves all of Germany. Choose NetCologne if you live in their coverage area and want maximum fiber speeds.