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jfman · 12-08-2023, 11:42

It might also be worth checking (assuming the router allows) what mast(s) it is connecting to. If you are in variable signal it might be switching between slower masts with better signal, and faster masts with lower signal strength. Depending on what frequencies these operate on it could grind to a halt.

If it's always the same masts despite the speed variation then as Chris says it's more likely to be congestion.

It might be worth trying out some of the SIMs from the virtual operators. Lebara use Vodafone, and currently are offering an unlimited data SIM for £9.99 a month for 3 months (no minimum contract). Lyca Mobile use EE, and are doing the same for £8.99 for 3 months (500GB fair use policy, and again no minimum term).

Both would offer ample data for speed testing at various times of the day and night.

12-08-2023, 11:42	#11
jfman Architect of Ideas Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 10,476	Re: Using a SIM instead of standard broadband It might also be worth checking (assuming the router allows) what mast(s) it is connecting to. If you are in variable signal it might be switching between slower masts with better signal, and faster masts with lower signal strength. Depending on what frequencies these operate on it could grind to a halt. If it's always the same masts despite the speed variation then as Chris says it's more likely to be congestion. It might be worth trying out some of the SIMs from the virtual operators. Lebara use Vodafone, and currently are offering an unlimited data SIM for £9.99 a month for 3 months (no minimum contract). Lyca Mobile use EE, and are doing the same for £8.99 for 3 months (500GB fair use policy, and again no minimum term). Both would offer ample data for speed testing at various times of the day and night.