Vodacom Speed Test - Test Your Speed
Test your Vodacom internet speed in South Africa
www.vodacom.co.zaVodacom is South Africa's second-largest mobile network operator, serving over 130 million customers across Africa. A subsidiary of Vodafone Group, Vodacom offers 4G, 5G, and fibre home internet services. The company provides fibre coverage in select areas across Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and Mpumalanga. Test your Vodacom connection to measure actual download, upload, and latency performance.
About Vodacom
Vodacom Group was incorporated in 1993 and launched mobile operations in 1994, headquartered in Midrand, South Africa. Vodafone Group holds a 65.1% majority stake in Vodacom, making it one of the largest mobile operators on the African continent.
Vodacom serves over 130 million customers across South Africa, Tanzania, the DRC, Mozambique, Lesotho, and Egypt. The company provides mobile voice, data, fibre broadband, financial services through VodaPay, and enterprise solutions.
Vodacom has invested heavily in 5G infrastructure in South Africa and signed a major infrastructure sharing agreement with Telecom Egypt worth up to ZAR 30 billion.
Vodacom Plans and Services
Vodacom offers several internet plans across different technologies and price points.
Vodacom Home Fibre plans include 50 Mbps at ZAR 929 per month and 100 Mbps at ZAR 1,129 per month with uncapped data, free router, and free installation. Fibre coverage is available in selected areas within Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and Mpumalanga.
Vodacom Home Internet wireless plans provide LTE and 5G connectivity with data packages from 50 GB at ZAR 399 to 100 GB at ZAR 599 per month. All home internet packages include a WiFi router. Vodacom mobile data packages are also available for smartphones and tablets.
Vodacom Internet Plans
| Plan | Speed | Price | Features |
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| Home Fibre 50 Mbps fiber | 50 Mbps | ZAR 929/month |
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| Home Fibre 100 Mbps fiber | 100 Mbps | ZAR 1,129/month |
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| Home Internet 50 GB fixed-wireless | Up to LTE speeds | ZAR 399/month |
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| Home Internet 100 GB fixed-wireless | Up to LTE speeds | ZAR 599/month |
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Prices and availability may vary by location. Contact Vodacom for current offers.
Mobile Data Settings
Need to configure your Vodacom mobile data? View the complete APN settings for Android and iOS devices.
View Vodacom APN SettingsTest Your Vodacom Speed
Run a free speed test to check if Vodacom delivers the speeds you are paying for. Test during peak evening hours for the most realistic results. Compare your results against Vodacom advertised speeds above.
Vodacom Speed Test FAQ
How fast is Vodacom internet in South Africa?
Vodacom internet speeds vary by connection type. Vodacom fibre delivers 50 Mbps to 100 Mbps with uncapped data. Vodacom 5G offers download speeds typically between 100 and 500 Mbps in covered areas. Vodacom 4G LTE delivers average speeds of 20 to 60 Mbps depending on signal strength and network conditions. Actual speeds depend on your plan, connection type, location, and time of day. Run a speed test to check your current Vodacom performance.
How do I test my Vodacom speed?
Use the speed test tool on this page to measure your Vodacom download speed, upload speed, and ping latency. For fibre connections, connect your device to the router with an ethernet cable for the most accurate results. For mobile speed tests on 4G or 5G, ensure strong signal strength and close background applications. The test completes in approximately 30 seconds and provides a comparison against your expected plan speeds.
Is Vodacom fibre available in my area?
Vodacom fibre is available in selected areas within Gauteng, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, and Western Cape provinces. Coverage is not available nationwide and depends on the fibre network infrastructure in your specific location. Check Vodacom's fibre coverage map on their website or contact Vodacom via WhatsApp at 082 622 3509 to verify availability at your address. Where fibre is not available, Vodacom offers LTE and 5G home internet as alternatives.
Does Vodacom offer uncapped internet?
Vodacom fibre plans are uncapped with no data limits on 50 Mbps and 100 Mbps tiers. Vodacom home internet wireless plans use data allocations rather than unlimited data, with packages ranging from 50 GB to 100 GB per month. Vodacom mobile data plans also use allocated data bundles. For truly unlimited home internet, Vodacom fibre is the recommended option where available. LTE and 5G plans with larger data allocations suit areas without fibre coverage.