Panama
Speedtest Connectivity Report
To show a full picture of network performance in each market, our reports are informed by millions of daily consumer-initiated tests taken on Speedtest, along with quality of experience (QoE) metrics that offer insight into the daily connected activities that matter most to end-users.
MasMovil led the mobile market across key performance metrics
MasMovil was the fastest mobile provider in Panama during 2H 2024, across all technologies combined. It recorded a median download speed of 33.74 Mbps, and an upload speed of 17.05 Mbps.
MasMovil offered the best video and gaming experience among ISPs
Among the top ISPs in Panama, MasMovil offered the best video streaming and gaming experiences during 2H 2024, according to Speedtest Intelligence data.
MasMovil the fastest fixed ISP in Panama
MasMovil was the fastest ISP in Panama during 2H 2024 with a median download speed of 160.35 Mbps, and a median upload speed of 54.56 Mbps.
Chiriqui and Provincia de Panamá were the top performing regions in Panama
Among the regions of Panama, Chiriqui recorded the fastest median mobile download speed of 36.69 Mbps, while Provincia de Panamá outpaced the other regions to record the fastest median fixed download speed, with 187.41 Mbps.
37.59
Fastest Mobile Network
85.6%
Most Consistent Mobile Network
68.58
Best Mobile Gaming Experience
Fastest Mobile Network
MasMovil was the fastest mobile provider in Panama during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data for all technologies combined, with a Speed Score of 37.59.
Ookla’s methodology for fastest network is determined by Speed Score™, which combines download and upload performance, and is based on modern chipsets, in order to remove the impact on network performance of older devices. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Most Consistent Network
MasMovil recorded the best mobile network Consistency in Panama, with 85.6% of its samples meeting or exceeding the threshold of 5 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload throughput.
Ookla’s methodology for most Consistent network is determined by Consistency Score™, which reflects the percentage of samples that meet minimum thresholds for download and upload speeds, depending on the type of network. The higher a provider’s Consistency Score, the more likely a consumer will enjoy acceptable internet performance and quality. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Video Experience
There was no best provider for video experience in Panama during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with no statistical difference between the mobile providers.
Video Streaming Score™ is based on Ookla’s Consumer QoE™ measurements of video start time, re-buffering ratio, and resolution. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Gaming Experience
MasMovil recorded the best mobile gaming experience in Panama, with a Game Score of 68.58.
Game Score™ is based on Ookla’s consumer initiated Speedtest results as well as Consumer QoE™ latency and jitter measurements taken to real-world game servers. Game Scores are composed of eight components, each measuring a different aspect of the consumer gaming experience. Each of these components is evaluated and scored on a scale of 0-100 for each provider. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Consumer Sentiment
There was no top rated mobile provider in Panama during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with no statistical difference between the mobile providers.
Ookla’s five-star ratings system, driven by our consumer initiated samples, gauges a consumer’s overall satisfaction with their provider. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Mobile Awards
Data Collection Period: July – December 2024
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Regional Performance
Chiriqui had the fastest median mobile download speed among Panama’s regions, recording 36.69 Mbps. Los Santos was second, followed by Cocle in third. At the other end of the scale, Colon had the slowest median mobile download speed at 23.2 Mbps, followed by Bocas del Toro and Darien. MasMovil was the fastest provider across seven regions in this analysis.
73.12
Best Fixed Network
69.85
Best ISP Video Experience
81.18
Best ISP Gaming Experience
Best Fixed Network
Overall Connectivity Score combines key metrics to evaluate the overall user experience that ISPs provide. It includes Speed Score, as well as indicators for web browsing performance, and Video Streaming Score. MasMovil had the Best Fixed Network among ISPs in Panama during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with an Overall Connectivity Score of 73.12.
Overall Connectivity Score™ provides a reliable measure of the overall fixed network connected experience based on a combination of Speed Score, as well as Scores for Web Browsing and Video Streaming. Read our detailed methodology for more details on how we calculate Overall Connectivity Score.
Fastest Fixed ISP
MasMovil was the fastest ISP in Panama during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with a Speed Score of 163.02. MasMovil recorded a median download speed of 160.35 Mbps. MasMovil also led the market on median upload speed, with 54.56 Mbps, and on latency, with 16 ms.
Ookla’s methodology for fastest network is determined by Speed Score™, which combines download and upload performance. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Most Consistent ISP
MasMovil recorded the highest network Consistency in Panama, with 89.4% of its samples meeting or exceeding the threshold of 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload throughput.
Ookla’s methodology for most Consistent network is determined by Consistency Score™, which reflects the percentage of samples that meet minimum thresholds for download and upload speeds, depending on the type of network. The higher a provider’s Consistency Score, the more likely a consumer will enjoy acceptable internet performance and quality. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Video Experience
MasMovil provided the best ISP video experience in Panama, with a Video Score of 69.85.
Video Streaming Score™ is based on Ookla’s Consumer QoE™ measurements of video start time, re-buffering ratio, and resolution. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Gaming Experience
MasMovil provided the best ISP gaming experience in Panama, with a Game Score of 81.18.
Game Score™ is based on Ookla’s consumer initiated Speedtest results as well as Consumer QoE™ latency and jitter measurements taken to real-world game servers. Game Scores are composed of eight components, each measuring a different aspect of the consumer gaming experience. Each of these components is evaluated and scored on a scale of 0-100 for each eligible provider. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Consumer Sentiment
Speedtest users scored MasMovil as the top rated ISP in Panama, with a score of 3.29 out of 5, ahead of its competitors.
Ookla’s five-star ratings system, driven by our consumer initiated samples, gauges a consumer’s overall satisfaction with their provider. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Fixed Awards
Data Collection Period: July – December 2024
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Regional Performance
Provincia de Panamá had the fastest median fixed download speed among Panama’s regions, recording 187.41 Mbps. Chiriqui was second, followed by Cocle in third. At the other end of the scale, Guna Yala had the slowest median fixed download speed at 68.53 Mbps, followed by Darien and Bocas del Toro. Tigo and MasMovil were the fastest providers across three regions each.
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