Mobile Network Summary

EE

• No issues mentioned by users, good signal nearly everywhere.
• Best network especially in rural areas since merging with BT.
• Some users experienced terrible signal compared to other providers like O2.
• One user switched to EE for better signal after experiencing issues with other networks.
• Another user noted dial-up spEEds south of Stafford with O2 but great spEEd at festivals abroad with other networks.

O2

• Users experienced poor signal, especially in big cities like Manchester.
• Known for providing inconsistent signal and signal issues in hospitals according to some users.
• Some users considered changing provider due to signal problems.
• Referred to as "slow2" for awfully useless internet.
• Users reported that signal is shockingly bad.

ThrEE

• Inconsistent signal, some experienced no data despite 4G signal.
• Considered terrible in certain areas, particularly rural locations.
• Users noted spotty signal but acceptable spEEds in some regions.

Vodafone

• Good signal in various areas, with some users experiencing the best spEEd and consistency.
• Users encountered poor signal in rural locations.
• Recommended for a cheaper Vodafone signal by some users.

Additional Information

• Lebara: Provides better roaming in Europe than the UK, roaming included with service.
• Smarty: Offers value with rolling contracts and can struggle with signal in certain areas.
• Google Fi: Not explicitly mentioned in the comments but offers unique pricing that encourages refunding for unused data.
• Huawei: Involved in controversy over potential eavesdropping on mobile networks.
• Samsung Note7: Users facing network disconnection for continued use of recalled devices.