Compare DSL, cable and fibre plans for your address. Tariff data from the CHECK24 network, in plain English — free and in about three minutes.
A DSL comparison shows you which internet plans are bookable at your specific address and what they cost over the full contract term, including the promotional discount, router rental and any landline flat. Our comparison uses tariff data from the CHECK24 network and is free and non-binding.
This comparison shows DSL, cable and fibre plans from the CHECK24 network. It covers the major providers, but not every local municipal provider (Stadtwerke).
The speed shown for each plan is the maximum. Actual achievable speed is often lower, depending on line quality and local build-out. The Bundesnetzagentur runs an official measurement tool called Breitbandmessung.
The tariff data on this page is provided in real-time by CHECK24. We do not alter prices, rankings, or how results are displayed.
Our role:
We provide editorial explanations and decision-making guidance. The actual tariff calculation and mediation is done by our partners.
What we do not cover:
Not all providers in the market are included in this comparison. Regional providers or specialized tariffs may be missing.
Enter your postcode and compare the plans available at your location.
New-customer bonuses such as credits or free router rental are usually only valid in year 1. Calculate the total cost over the full minimum term, not just the promotional price.
Germany has three common internet technologies. Availability depends on local build-out.
Internet over the phone line. ADSL delivers up to 16 Mbit/s, VDSL up to 100 Mbit/s, and Supervectoring up to 250 Mbit/s. DSL is available almost everywhere in Germany.
Internet via the TV cable network. Faster than DSL, available in many cities. The line is a shared medium, so speeds can drop a little during peak evening hours.
The fastest technology. With FTTH the fibre runs directly into your flat. Typical consumer plans go up to 1,000 Mbit/s; some providers offer up to 10 Gbit/s in pilot areas.
Source: Bundesnetzagentur Breitbandatlas and TKG-reform activity report.
The CHECK24 network lists the major nationwide providers and many regional ones. The list below is alphabetical — the right choice for you depends on availability at your address and your needs.
Building its own fibre network and reselling Telekom VDSL.
Telekom subsidiary with slim, lower-cost plans; sometimes available with a 12-month term.
Pure FTTH provider, mostly in suburbs and rural regions.
Regional fibre provider, strong in Bavaria.
Regional provider in Cologne, Bonn and surrounding areas.
VDSL and cable plans, often bundled with mobile.
Cable provider focused on Berlin, Brandenburg and Saxony.
DSL provider with very broad network coverage, still expanding its fibre network.
Cable provider (formerly Unitymedia), plus DSL and fibre options.
Note: Which of these providers appear in your comparison depends on what is actually available at your postcode.
The right bandwidth depends on who lives with you and what you do. The values below are guidelines, based on recommendations from the Bundesnetzagentur and the Verbraucherzentrale.
| Usage profile | Recommended download speed |
|---|---|
| 1 person, browsing + streaming | 25 – 50 Mbit/s |
| 2 – 3 people, HD streaming, home-office | 50 – 100 Mbit/s |
| Family, multiple devices, 4K streaming, cloud gaming | 100 – 250 Mbit/s |
| Parallel streams, large downloads, smart home | 250 Mbit/s or more |
Upload matters too: For video calls and cloud backups, plan for at least 10 Mbit/s upload. DSL typically delivers 10 to 40 Mbit/s upload, cable 25 to 50 Mbit/s, fibre often 100 Mbit/s or symmetrical.
Many DSL plans advertise a reduced price in year 1. The regular price from month 13 then sits in the small print. A simplified example shows how large the effect gets: if you pay 15 euros in the first year and 40 euros after that, over 24 months you pay around 300 euros more than the advertised promotional price suggests. This is a model calculation and not a concrete offer. Which conditions apply at your address is shown in the comparison further up.
Three simple rules to spot the trap:
Legal framework: Bundesnetzagentur, TKG section 56 (contract term) and section 57 (contract changes, price reduction and extraordinary termination).
Since the 2021 TKG reform the process is much simpler. You no longer cancel with the old provider yourself; the new one handles it.
Enter your address, filter by speed, calculate the total cost.
The new provider informs the old one and agrees the switch date.
When you switch providers, your connection may not be interrupted for more than one working day under TKG section 59. If it takes longer, you are entitled to compensation for each additional working day.
If you want to keep your German landline number, tick the porting option when signing the new contract.
You have router freedom (TKG section 11): a router you bought stays with you. Rented routers go back to the provider.
New arrivals usually trip over the same three hurdles — registration, bank account and contract term. Get these three right and you will avoid an expensive mistake.
Most providers ask for your Meldebescheinigung. Sign up only after you have registered at the Bürgeramt.
Almost all contracts run on direct debit. A German bank account (IBAN starts with DE) is required. Video-Ident at online banks takes a few days.
Standard contracts run 24 months. If you are unsure how long you will stay, look for 12-month plans or monthly-cancellable offers.
Tip: Ask the provider whether you can keep your contract if you move. Most allow this within Germany, provided they operate at your new address.
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