Nepal’s internet market is crowded and you want the best internet service provider at an affordable price, but it mightn’t be as easy as it sounds. Of course, the quality of your internet reflects your productivity, from browsing the web to streaming videos from YouTube, your internet quality affects how much you get things done. Here you will find the different technology, and services for the best Internet service providers (ISP) in Nepal.
We are here to help you in selecting the best ISP Internet Service Provider in Nepal. So, we will be comparing the quality and quantity of various ISP, and you can choose according to your needs.
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First, let’s get the terms right because you may want to know about the different types of internet access. The frequently used name is “Broadband”; it merely covers all of the commonly used internet access: DSL, fiber-optic, cable, 4G, and satellite except dial-up. Since satellite internet access isn’t available in Nepal, we won’t be talking about that.
1. DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
The most Popular DSL service is the one provided by NTC: ADSL. It uses the telephone line to give the internet without disrupting the telephone service. Whereas the thing with ADSL is that they are old, and the speed you experience decreases with your distance from the ISP station. Right now, in Nepal, the only ADSL provider in Nepal Telecom (NTC), we will see how NTC is dealing with this worn-out technology. Similarly, the A in the ADSL means Asymmetric for the downlink and uplink speed, with the downlink being of higher data rate.
2. Cable
The local cable TV provider provides this internet connection. The internet connection and TV connection use the same wire for the service. Although it is an excellent alternative to ADSL, it isn’t the best one either. Although most of the cable TV providers in Nepal use this service, fiber internet will turn it obsolete if it hasn’t already.
3. Optical Fiber (FTTH)
Finally, the fastest internet connection so far is with optical fiber. If you are not familiar with fiber-optics technology, it uses optical fiber, which is flexible, and transparent with a diameter that is slightly thicker than a human hair. It is superior to ADSL or cable connection in every aspect; they permit transmission over longer distances and at higher data rates. While the initial cost is a bit high, it is a service worth investing in the long run. Read more posts about fiber internet FTTH.
4. Wireless/Mobile broadband
After the wired connections, ones that are mainly available in the city or suburb, there is a small number of Wireless internet service providers that are based on specific areas only. The speed and reliability of such wireless internet depend on the signal received in the customer’s premises. Then there are a couple of internet options from the telecom companies, based on their 4G network. As the 4G network is expanding these days, this mobile broadband service is the future of the internet that will be ubiquitous no matter where you go.
There are over 60 ISPs in Nepal right now, but we will be focusing on seven major Internet Service Providers. Now, let’s get down to our topic and help you find the best ISP in Nepal.
1.WorldLink
WorldLink is the largest ISP in Nepal in terms of customer base. The Kathmandu-based private company has over 7 lakh unique subscribers which is way higher than any other ISP. This milestone comes from its reliable internet packages and a well-efficient customer service center network. Besides, with WorldLink, you get a host of Value Added Services, offers, and another digital TV (IPTV) service. What’s more, the company has also launched its money-back guarantee service under which it promises to compensate customers for slow internet if it’s on the company’s side.
WorldLink gives you your money back for poor internet performance
One of the perks of buying WorldLink is the money-back guarantee recently launched by the company. While the chances of you claiming a refund would not always be high, however, the company does guarantee to compensate for any downturn in its internet speed. Under this plan, WroldLink says it will give money back to the customers equivalent to the remaining days in the prescribed packages if it finds that the internet speed issue is emanating from the company’s side. For this, the company sends its technical team to a customer’s residence to inspect the connection upon a “ticket”.
In sum, WorldLink offers high-speed internet packages at affordable rates, IPTV, and highly credible business solutions for enterprises. The company provides 600 Mbps and 1 Gbps internet packages for those with extreme bandwidth demands.
WorldLink residential internet packages
To start with, much of WorldLink’s popularity comes from its reliable and reasonably priced internet packages. What you get is 200 Mbps/ 250 Mbps/ and 300 Mbps internet packages on a 1/ 3/ and 12-month renewal basis. For residential users, it’s a decent set of speeds.
| Worldlink Internet Packages | 1 month | 3 months | 12 months |
| 200 Mbps | Rs. 1,300 | Rs. 3,300 | Rs.12,600 |
| 250 Mbps | Rs. 1,450 | Rs. 3,650 | Rs. 13,800 |
| 300 Mbps | Rs. 1,550 | Rs.4,050 | Rs.15,600 |
Don’t forget that WorldLink has brought NetTV Streamz+, the upgraded version of NetTV that brings you 180 AirConsole games, 4K multimedia support, and all the popular TV channels. So, when you are buying a WorldLink package, do remember that you have the chance to get the most engaging home entertainment solution with the NetTV Streamz+.
WorldLink also bundles its internet with a dual-band (Nokia 5G) router which ensures consistent bandwidth performance. If you want an even more elite service though, subscribe to a 1 Gbps plan and a WiFi Mesh router system which comes with separate nodes to get the best internet performance over a large area.
WorldLink’s 1 Gbps plan to rock your internet speed
WorldLink’s 1 Gbps internet service costs Rs.39,999 annually. The ONU and drop wire charges are waived. The company only charges Rs.500 for an ONU deposit. If you are a heavy internet user with lots of browsing, large media downloads, and streaming, and need high bandwidth regularly, it’s the best deal for you.
WorldLink also provides a Mesh router for its customers which ensures consistent and uniform broadband speed over a large area. The Mesh system comes with individual nodes that are placed at different points over a distance that deliver an uncompromising internet speed.
You get the first Beacon Mesh node for Rs.8,000. Besides, the installation cost of Rs.3,000 and deposit charge of Rs.2,000 are also included. The 1 Gbps internet with Mesh system makes WorldLink a one-stop ISP for the ultimate internet service in Nepal.
Photon 600 Mbps plans and others
Besides, you can choose Photon 600 Mbps plan which costs Rs.30,000 annually. If you opt for a more compact solution, you can choose the Photon Lite series, which offers a very good combination of high speed and affordable. What distinguishes WorldLink is that new subscribers will be getting a 150 Mbps minimum package and the existing users have already seen the upgrades on their existing packages.
Gamers Pack
WorldLink has launched Gamers Pack, a new internet package dedicated to PUBG players, especially the Esports community in Nepal. The offer comes with 250 Mbps and 350 Mbps packages and is bundled with a WiFi 6 router which ensures consistent and high-quality broadband performance irrespective of the distance from the main ONU device.
The company claims a 75% improvement in latency for PUBG gaming and expects to elevate the gaming scenario in Nepal, especially among the vast fanbase of PUBG gaming and Esports fanatics.
WorldLink cooperated with PUBG for the launch of this gaming internet package.
WorldLink provides elite business solutions
WorldLink provides the best-in-class broadband solution and other technology for enterprises. Besides, high-speed internet packages, the ISP provides NetTv, Virtual Private Server (VPS), Email/Web hosting, etc. Businesses can elevate their services with a wide range of services from the country’s leading ISP.
- Dedicated internet,
- NetTv for Hospitality,
- Service Co-Location,
- Virtual Private Server (VPS),
- Email/Web Hosting Services,
- International Private Leased Circuit,
With the blend of high-speed packages, affordability, WiFi technologies, and efficient customer service, WorldLink remains Nepal’s most prominent Internet Service Provider.
2. Vianet
Vianet is a company with many “Firsts” to its name. The company gave Nepal its first fiber internet service in 2011. It was also the first company to introduce an IPTV service. Through its continued offering of affordable and practical internet packages and the integration of innovative digital services, Vianet remains one of the best deals for internet service.
The pioneer of fiber internet provides an affordable range of internet packages. At the moment, the company is providing 200/250/300 Mbps fiber internet packages which can be subscribed to monthly, 3-month, or annual basis. The costs for each are also reasonably priced. The 200 Mbps plan costs Rs 1,300, to Rs 11,988, while the 300 Mbps package costs Rs 1,600 to Rs 15,600 annually.
Depending on the number of users and needs, you get a decent speed from either of these packages. But for most families, the 200 Mbps plan would just fit right.
| Vianet Internet Packages | 200 Mbps | 250 Mbps | 300 Mbps |
| 1 month | Rs 1,300 | Rs 1,450 | Rs 1,600 |
| 3 months | Rs 3,450 | Rs 3,900 | Rs 4,350 |
| 12 months | Rs 11,988 (Effectively 999/m) | Rs 13,800 (Effectively 1,150/m) | Rs 15,600 (Effectively 1,300/m) |
Check out Vianet Internet Offers, Speed, and Price
ViaTV gets you over 175 TV channels
Besides, you also get a ViaTV (Vianet’s IPTV) service with its internet package. The digital TV service brings to your TV over 175 TV channels from all the major categories from entertainment to sports, news, and movies. Like its internet service, the TV costs are also fixed affordably. The basic ViaTV takes you back just by Rs 221 a month, and Rs 2,654 on an annual subscription. You only need to pay for STV activation a deposit of Rs 500 for the STB to get the prominent IPTV service with your Vianet broadband package.
| ViaTV Package Costs | 1 Month | 3 Months | 12 Months |
|---|---|---|---|
| ViaTV Basic Package per TV (Recurring) | Rs 221.24 | Rs 663.72 | Rs 2,654.88 |
| One-Time Primary STB Activation | Rs 2,500 | Rs 2,000 | Rs 1,500 |
| One-Time Secondary STB Activation | Rs 2,500 | Rs 2,500 | Rs 2,000 |
| One-Time Deposit per STB | Rs 500 | Rs 500 | Rs 500 |
Vianet’s 2 Gbps internet is the history maker
In another “first in Nepal” from the company, Vianet has recently launched a 2 Gbps internet package. Backed by the XGS-PON technology, the speed can theoretically achieve the symmetrical downlink and uplink of 10 Gbps respectively, and offers 8 times better performance and reliability.
Under the XGS-Extreme internet plan, the ISP offers both 1 Gbps and 2 Gbps internet with ViaTVs and the assurance of a “priority service”.
As of now, Vianet’s 2 Gbps internet plan is available in select areas inside Kathmandu and will be available in more areas soon.
The 2 Gbps internet by Vianet is currently the highest broadband internet speed in Nepal.
ViaTV offer
The private ISP has also launched an offer right now which gets you extra months in your subscription validity. The offer gives you 2 months extension in your subscription if you pay beforehand for the annual renewal of a Vianet internet package.
3. Classic Tech
This shouldn’t surprise you that we positioned Classic Tech in the third position. Given how the ISP is growing its coverage and customer base in the last 2 years. The Kathmandu-based ISP has soundly played its speed war gaming while also caring for residential packages. From the launch of the country’s first 1 Gbps Tachyon 1000 Mbps internet (1 Gbps). It is not just the country’s first-ever, but also a world-class feat on its own. Besides, it is introducing a Tri-band router for the first time in Nepal. Now let’s talk about its packages and cost.
Classic Tech has an exceptionally diverse range of internet packages for moderate to high bandwidth seekers. The company now starts its residential package with 225 Mbps (without TV) for Rs 11,988 annually. For the TV, the same package Silver Tachyon TV+ costs Rs 13,200 annually, and Rs 3,300 for three months. The other 275 Mbps package gets two IPTV subscriptions and comes for Rs 15,558 annually. These packages are for normal to moderate internet users.
The ISP provides a dual-band router for its packages which offers a solidly consistent home internet performance and is backed by robust customer service.
For high bandwidth customers, there are 325 Mbps and 625 Mbps packages that come for Rs 17,988 and Rs 29,388 respectively and both come with 3 TV services as well. To get either of these packages, you can send an online application here.
Classic Tech’s values lie in its diverse range of packages and its minimum bandwidth speed of 225 Mbps. The more amazing fact is its stakes have tremendously grown in the past few months with its bold strategy to venture into the internet speed war. Its coverage around 74 districts of Nepal has also helped it stage eye-popping Tachyon products.
3. Subisu
We have ranked Subisu 3rd for its low-key presence in the most breathtaking time for the internet in Nepal but we are not being judgmental about its offering. Subisu still packs the punch with its very reliable fiber broadband internet that comes along with Clear TV. Let’s get to its packages and price.
Another leading private ISP Subisu offers various affordable internet packages. Not behind competitors by any means, the Kathmandu-based service provider also offers high-speed packages at convenient price ranges. Like others, the ISP offers up to 650 Mbps internet packages with IPTV and dual-band router.
Fiber internet packages
Subisu’s 650 Mbps premium package comes for Rs 21,239 annually and with STB activation and ONU, and wire charges, the first-time installation becomes Rs 25,221. For what such speed delivers, the price is decently set. But if you are a moderate user, you can choose from 200 Mbps and 300 Mbps plans which come for Rs 14,070 and Rs 17,699 on twelve-month plans respectively. These premium offers come with Clear TV Subisu’s IPTV service.
| Subisu Internet Packages | 3 months | 12 months |
| 200 Mbps | Rs 6,106 | Rs 14,070 |
| 300 Mbps | Rs 6,858 | Rs 17,699 |
Or you can simply buy from its basic options- 50/80/100 Mbps. While they don’t sound as appealing with their data rate, they were highly popular just a couple of years ago. So, for small-size families with a few handsets, 100 Mbps or below are still a reasonably good choice. Find out Subisu’s basic internet packages and prices.
| Subisu Internet Packages | 1 month | 3 months | 12 months |
| 50 Mbps | Rs 1,350 | Rs 1,450 | Rs 1,550 |
| 80 Mbps | Rs 2,900 | Rs 3,250 | Rs 3,400 |
| 100 Mbps | Rs 17,950 | Rs 19,150 | Rs 19,950 |
Refer offer gets you one month of free internet
Like most ISPs, Subisu also has a refer offer in place. So, when you refer Subisu Internet and its IPTV to your friend or family and they happen to install it, you get free Subisu Internet for a month. The company first checks and verifies your details, and also the referee’s to establish that the referral was successful.
Another reason to get Subisu Internet is its SME solutions for businesses. The packages come without any FUP cap so enterprises get restriction-free internet performance while the company also ensures state-of-the-art facilities for premium subscribers. Customers get advanced disaster recovery services via its DataHub in Butwal for businesses.
disaster recovery site/services at Butwal via DataHub to fit in with the business continuity plans and have set up a hot standby site. Likewise, such customers also receive 24×7 customer care services, and secure data centers to keep all the data safe.
4. Nepal Telecom (Ntc)
At 4th is standing Nepal Telecom (NTC)’s broadband product NT Fiber which is a curiously amusing case. While the private ISPs are running havoc with their A1 high-speed internet plans, Nepal Telecom has chosen to stay untouched and keep along. The ISP’s confidence manifests on the back of its unique Triple Play service through which the state operator is offering fiber, telephone, and TV service. But it goes without saying that the ISP has remarkably improved its internet service since upgrading to fiber. Now, altogether the NTC has 25 Mbps to 100 Mbps internet plans for customers. Let’s talk about its packages:
NT Fiber has two different packages for broadband service- Individual Package and the Premium Package. The individual package comes with internet+1 NT TV+1 telephone service. Speed-wise, there is a 25 Mbps package which costs 1,400 per month. Likewise, the 40 Mbps package costs Rs.1,850. NT Fiber’s highest offering, the 80 Mbps package comes for Rs.2,450 per month. These packages are subject to the Fair Usage Policy.
The company has now also launched an XG-PON powered 1 Gbps FTTH internet package for corporate and enterprise customers. The package also includes a 500 Mbps plan. As a bonus, both these come with unlimited on-net calls and volume-based off-net calls too. While staying away from speed war for a long, Ntc finally gave in and brought the extremely high-speed packages which shall prop up its already thriving position in the ISP market among the private entities.
Packages without an FUP
Meanwhile, you can also opt for a Premium Package that doesn’t include a Fair Usage Policy. In this package, the 50 Mbps plan costs Rs.5,178 per month. The 80 Mbps plan costs Rs.6,678, and the 100 Mbps plan costs Rs 8,178.
As for installation costs, you will need to pay Rs. 500 for NT Fiber CPE without telephone and Rs.1,165 with it. Meanwhile, the router costs Rs. 2,825 and the NT TV STB costs Rs.3,800. As for fiber cable, NTC covers it for 100 meters, and for further length, it begins charging Rs.10 for each meter. All the charges above are inclusive of applicable taxes.
NTC’s Fair Usage Policy is also generous and applies per day. The telco has set a 30 GB cap per day on 25 Mbps package subscribers, 40 GB on 40 Mbps, and 60 GB on 80 Mbps package.
Despite being overrun in the speed game by affluent private ISPs, NTC has remained content. In fact, its user base has even grown remarkably following the conflict between the ISPs and NEA a few months back over the charges on the usage of utility poles, and it continues to do so giving head-on competition to the private ISP. As you can bring home a telephone, a digital TV, and reliable fiber broadband, NT Fiber is definitely recommendable to anyone, and don’t forget the annual NT Fiber internet for Rs 12,000.
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5. Dish Home
DTH provider Dish Home started its internet service in 2020. But despite being relatively young, it has already cemented a place as one of the fast-growing and prominent ISPs in Nepal and hence claims the deserving 5th position. In terms of packages, Dish Home is very aggressive and also pragmatic. Let’s find out why Dish Home could be your choice for internet service.
Dish Home is very generous in terms of the number of packages it offers. Starting with 50 Mbps to 300 Mbps and 600 Mbps plans, buyers have the option to purchase a subscription based on their needs and budget. Plus, the internet package can also be bundled with either DTH or iTV (Dish Home IPTV) to complete an internet package.
If you choose the 50 Mbps plan, it comes for Rs 749 for internet, and for DTH, you need to pay an additional Rs 2,654. It costs Rs 7,799 on a 12-month plan while the same amount adds up for a DTH subscription. For your higher internet needs, you can opt for a 200 to 300 Mbps package. The 200 Mbps internet-only plan comes for Rs 1,170 a month, the 250 Mbps plan costs Rs 1,305 and the 300 Mbps gaming edition plan costs Rs 1,395. As for iTV, you need to pay an extra Rs 2,000. The same amount applies across all internet packages.
Dish Home SME Plan
Likewise, Dish Home provides FUP-free packages- 100 Mbps, 200 Mbps, and 300 Mbps for businesses for a seamless connection. The 100 Mbps connection costs Rs 2,177, the 200 Mbps service costs Rs 4,00 and the turbo premium 300 Mbps plan costs Rs 9,740 a month.
You also get 24×7 customer care support to keep your broadband service afloat.
Dish Home recharge offer
The DTH has brought a recharge offer under which you can recharge your Dish Home DTH connection for a year and get an additional 12 months of subscription for free. In total, you get 24 months of advanced DTH service. Dish Home DTH brings over 200 HD channels using HEVC & MPEG-4 DVB-S2 digital compression technology. There are three different DTH plans available- Premium, Lifestyle, and Deluxe.
Among other goodies, Dish Home provides Campus WiFi, WiFi 6 technology, data center service for enterprises, etc.
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7. CG Net
CG Net gets the credit for catapulting Nepal’s fixed-line internet speeds to up to 4-digits. The harbinger of the internet speed war didn’t disrupt the market but did send ripples throughout for its bold entry with a 120 Mbps plan for just Rs.999. Currently, the company is focused on service expansion and better service delivery.
CG Net provides a range of internet packages at cost-friendly rates under its Jodi internet packages. The company has in place 150 Mbps, 250 Mbps, and 350 Mbps plans under the Sprinter, Popular, and Rockstar tags. As for payment, there are 1, 3, and 12-month renewal options. The basic 150 Mbps Sprinter plan costs Rs 1,050 for a month, Rs 2,750 for 3 months, and Rs 10,500 for an annual subscription. If your internet demand is heavy than just social media browsing and YouTube videos, then you can choose from 250 Mbps and 350 Mbps internet deals. These are also handy when you have a large family with a dozen and plus devices that need a WiFi connection.
| CG Net Internet Packages | 1 month | 3 months | 12 months |
| 150 Mbps Sprinter | Rs 1,050 | Rs 2,750 | Rs 10,500 |
| 250 Mbps Popular | Rs 1,300 | Rs 3,240 | Rs 11,832 |
| 350 Mbps Rockstar | Rs 1,400 | Rs 3,650 | Rs 13,159 |
Like other ISPs, CG Net also has its IPTV offering which gets you over 250 TV channels, a built-in Netflix app, and YouTube to get you a satisfying digital and smart TV experience.
CG Net Postpaid Internet Plan- the first in Nepal
Uniquely enough, CG Net has audaciously launched a postpaid internet plan in Nepal, the first in the country. The package is for customers who don’t want to pay annually firsthand. At the moment, the unique plan comes with 250 Mbps internet speed and costs Rs 1,049 per month.
4G broadband by Telcos
Internet services have been expanding to more places in the country but the private ISPs are yet to reach the remote parts where the fiber and other infrastructures are difficult to install due to the difficult terrain and weather. In such areas, Wireless/Mobile broadband is the only viable option.
Considering this, Nepal Telecom (Ntc) and Ncell have also been working on providing internet service in those areas with a 4G CPE-based broadband option. Ncell calls it a home net Wirefree + internet service which costs Rs 500 to Rs 900 for 25 GB data to 60 GB data, for a single connection at such places. Likewise, you can get free CPE and more offers in the home internet service from Ncell.
Nepal Telecom has a similar service called 4G Wireless Home broadband service which comes in two offerings- with unlimited data and unlimited data with voice. With these packages, you get up to 10 Mbps browsing speed and talk time, suited for areas where fiber internet or NT Fiber is not readily available or has low coverage.
As Ntc additionally provides a 4G network in a lower band (800 MHz), its 4G coverage and speed are quite good in remote areas, but you need to make sure your device works with band 20 4G.
Best Internet Service Providers in Nepal 2023
So, there you have the latest update on the best internet service providers (ISP) in Nepal.
| S.N | Best ISP (Internet Service Provider) in Nepal |
| 1 | WorldLink |
| 2 | Vianet |
| 3 | Classic Tech |
| 4 | Subisu |
| 5 | Nepal Telecom (Ntc) |
| 6 | Dish Home |
| 7 | CG Net |
Having written all of those, we believe you have found the best ISP, and Internet Service provider for your requirement in Nepal.
