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Salt is Switzerland's third-largest telecommunications provider offering 10 Gbps fiber broadband and 5G mobile services. Salt serves over 1.6 million mobile postpaid and 223,000 home internet subscribers from its headquarters in Renens, delivering some of the most competitively priced fiber plans in the Swiss market.

About Salt

Salt was founded in 1999 and originally operated under the Orange brand before rebranding to Salt in 2015. The company is owned by NJJ Capital and headquartered in Renens near Lausanne. Salt has built a reputation for aggressive pricing, offering 10 Gbps fiber for CHF 49.95 per month, significantly undercutting larger competitors.

The company received the Best Fixed Broadband Performance award from nPerf and was among the first Swiss providers to deploy WiFi 7 technology in its home routers.

Salt Plans and Services

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

Salt offers fiber broadband at 10 Gbps for CHF 49.95 per month, with a CHF 10 lifetime discount for Salt mobile subscribers. The Salt Home+ package adds premium TV entertainment content including streaming services. All fiber plans include a WiFi 7 tri-band router for optimal home connectivity.

Mobile plans start from CHF 24.95 per month with unlimited data and 5G access. Salt requires a 24-month minimum contract for home internet services. The company also provides business connectivity solutions.

Salt Internet Plans

PlanSpeedPriceFeatures
Salt Home fiber10000 MbpsCHF 49.95/month
  • 10 Gbps fiber
  • WiFi 7 router
  • Unlimited data
  • CHF 39.95 with Salt Mobile
Salt Home+ fiber10000 MbpsCHF 49.95/month
  • 10 Gbps fiber
  • WiFi 7 tri-band router
  • Premium TV included
  • CHF 49.95 with Salt Mobile
Salt Mobile Swiss mobile2000 MbpsCHF 24.95/month
  • Unlimited data in Switzerland
  • Unlimited calls and SMS
  • 5G access
Salt Mobile Europe mobile2000 MbpsCHF 34.95/month
  • Unlimited data in Switzerland
  • 30 GB EU roaming data
  • Unlimited calls and SMS
  • 5G access

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

Salt Coverage by Region

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

Romandie (Geneva, Lausanne, Renens)

Coverage: Strong fiber coverage. Salt headquarters in Renens near Lausanne Typical: 1000-10000 Mbps on fiber Peak congestion: Low on fiber connections

Salt's home market with the best coverage and support availability

Zurich and German-speaking Switzerland

Coverage: Good fiber coverage through wholesale partnerships Typical: 1000-10000 Mbps where fiber is available Peak congestion: Low on fiber

Expanding coverage. Availability varies by address.

Bern and Central Switzerland

Coverage: Fiber available in Bern city and larger towns Typical: 1000-10000 Mbps on fiber Peak congestion: Low

Coverage depends on partner fiber rollout in each municipality

Ticino and rural areas

Coverage: Limited fiber in some areas. Major towns covered Typical: 100-1000 Mbps where fiber is available Peak congestion: Low

Rural and mountain areas may not have fiber. Check Salt availability by address.

Is Salt Right for You?

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

Strengths

  • 10 Gbps fiber for CHF 49.95 per month. Among Switzerland's most competitive fiber pricing
  • CHF 10 lifetime discount for Salt mobile subscribers on fiber plans
  • WiFi 7 tri-band router included free with all fiber plans
  • Won Best Fixed Broadband Performance award from nPerf with 972 out of 1000 points
  • Named Best Universal Provider for Residential customers in 2026
  • 5G mobile network with unlimited data from CHF 24.95 per month
  • Strong combined mobile and fiber offering at competitive prices

Weaknesses

  • 24-month minimum contract on home internet plans
  • Does not own its own fiber network. Relies on wholesale fiber partners
  • Customer service has received mixed reviews and complaints online
  • Fiber availability depends on which partner network reaches your address
  • No cable internet option. Fiber-only for fixed broadband

Best For

  • Price-sensitive users who want 10 Gbps fiber at a fraction of Swisscom's price
  • Salt mobile customers who save CHF 10 per month on fiber with the loyalty discount
  • Tech enthusiasts who want WiFi 7 router included at no extra cost
  • Users in areas with strong Salt fiber partner coverage
  • Households wanting the best price-to-speed ratio in Switzerland

Not Ideal For

  • Customers who prioritize premium customer service and in-store support
  • Users in areas where Salt's partner fiber network has not been deployed
  • Customers who prefer month-to-month contracts without 24-month commitment

How Salt Compares

Side-by-side comparison of Salt against major competitors in Switzerland.

CompetitorSpeedPriceCoverageVerdict
SwisscomBoth offer up to 10 Gbps. Salt's nPerf score of 972 competes with Swisscom's network quality.Salt Home costs CHF 49.95 for 10 Gbps. Swisscom blue Internet XL costs CHF 94.90 for 10 Gbps. Salt is CHF 44.95 cheaper.Swisscom has nationwide own-network coverage. Salt depends on partner fiber availability.Choose Salt for dramatically lower pricing on 10 Gbps fiber. Choose Swisscom for own-network reliability and widest coverage.
SunriseBoth offer up to 10 Gbps on fiber. Sunrise also has cable options for areas without fiber.Salt Home costs CHF 49.95 for 10 Gbps. Sunrise Up Internet XL costs CHF 89 for 10 Gbps. Salt is CHF 39 cheaper.Sunrise has 90 percent gigaspeed coverage through cable and fiber. Salt coverage depends on fiber partner availability.Choose Salt for the lowest fiber pricing. Choose Sunrise for wider coverage including cable areas.
GreenBoth offer up to 10 Gbps. Green has a unique 2.5 Gbps guaranteed-for-life plan.Salt Home at CHF 49.95 for 10 Gbps. Green Internet 2500 at CHF 44.90 for 2.5 Gbps. Green is cheaper for moderate speeds.Both rely on partner networks. Green uses multiple partners while Salt primarily uses one fiber wholesale network.Choose Salt for 10 Gbps at the best price with mobile bundling. Choose Green for the guaranteed 2.5 Gbps plan and hosting.

Troubleshooting Salt Issues

Common Salt connection problems and how to fix them.

Salt fiber internet is not available at your address despite being in a covered area

Cause: Fiber partner coverage maps can be approximate. Your specific building may not yet have fiber termination installed.

  1. Verify availability by entering your exact address on the Salt website
  2. Contact your building management to check if fiber has been installed to the building
  3. Ask Salt about the timeline for fiber deployment at your address
  4. Consider Salt's mobile 5G as a temporary alternative while waiting for fiber

WiFi speeds are much slower than the 10 Gbps fiber plan should deliver

Cause: WiFi, even WiFi 7, cannot match wired fiber speeds. Device limitations and interference reduce wireless throughput.

  1. Use an ethernet cable for speed-sensitive tasks like large downloads
  2. Place the WiFi 7 router in a central location on the main floor
  3. Check that your devices support WiFi 7. Older devices will be slower on WiFi 6 or 5
  4. Reduce interference from neighboring networks by using the 6 GHz band where possible

Unexpected charges appear on the Salt bill

Cause: Promotional pricing expired, roaming charges, or add-on services were activated.

  1. Review your contract details and promotional period end dates
  2. Check for roaming charges if you traveled recently
  3. Log into the Salt customer portal to review all active services
  4. Contact Salt customer service to dispute any incorrect charges

Salt History

Key milestones in Salt development and network expansion.

1999

Founded as Orange Switzerland, launching mobile services in mid-1999

2012

Sold by France Telecom to British investment firm Apax Partners

2015

Apax sold the company to NJJ Holding of Xavier Niel for EUR 2.3 billion. Rebranded from Orange to Salt, saving nearly CHF 20 million annually in name licensing fees

2018

Launched fiber broadband service using wholesale partner networks across Switzerland

2020

Deployed 5G mobile network. Introduced WiFi 7 in home routers ahead of most competitors

2023

Reached over 1.6 million mobile subscribers and 223,000 home internet customers

2026

Achieved highest-ever nPerf score of 972 out of 1000. Named Best Universal Provider for Residential customers

Test Your Salt Speed

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Salt Speed Test FAQ

How fast is Salt fiber internet?

Salt offers fiber internet at speeds up to 10 Gbps download and upload through fiber-to-the-home connections. This makes Salt one of the fastest residential internet providers in Switzerland. The company's fiber network delivers symmetrical speeds, meaning upload bandwidth matches download bandwidth. Actual speeds depend on the fiber infrastructure at your address and your home network equipment. Salt was awarded Best Fixed Broadband Performance by nPerf.

How much does Salt internet cost?

Salt Home fiber costs CHF 49.95 per month, or CHF 39.95 per month with a Salt mobile subscription, providing a permanent CHF 10 lifetime discount. Salt Home+ with premium TV costs CHF 49.95 per month for mobile subscribers. These prices include a WiFi 7 router and unlimited data. The minimum contract duration is 24 months. Salt's fiber pricing is among the most competitive in Switzerland for 10 Gbps speeds.

Does Salt use its own fiber network?

Salt delivers fiber broadband through partnerships with Swiss fiber network operators rather than its own dedicated infrastructure. The company uses wholesale fiber connections to reach homes across Switzerland. Coverage availability depends on whether a partner fiber network reaches your address. You can check Salt fiber availability by entering your address on the Salt website. Salt has been recognized for delivering excellent performance over these partner networks.

How do I test my Salt internet speed?

Use the free speed test tool at the top of this page to measure your Salt connection performance. Click Start Test to check your download speed, upload speed, and ping latency. For the most accurate fiber speed test, connect your device directly to the Salt WiFi 7 router via ethernet cable, close all background applications, and ensure no other devices are streaming. Salt fiber should deliver speeds very close to the plan maximum on a wired connection.

Last verified: February 8, 2026

Data source: Salt official website, comparis.ch, Swiss telecom reports