How reliable is the internet in Singapore for remote work?
Typical speed
3 Gbps
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: whistleout.com.sg, moneysmart.sg
In Singapore, internet reliability is rated very high, and typical internet speeds are around 3 Gbps.
- Reliability
- Very high
Overall8.7/10Faster internet than about 85% of cities
Good to know
Good to Know
- Fibre broadband is some of the fastest in the world; most plans include WiFi 7 routers at no extra cost
- Singapore's mobile network has exceptional coverage and speed—LTE speeds alone are very fast, so lack of 5G on an e-SIM shouldn't be a dealbreaker for travel
- Pre-order a tourist SIM online and collect at Changi Airport for better prices than airport-only vendors; base tourist plans start around S$12
- Passport-registered prepaid SIM cards expire after 30 days with no refund of unused balance; re-register with Singapore ID or work pass to retain the number and avoid losing credit
- Most travel e-SIMs (Airalo, SimOptions, Holafly, GigSky) are data-only and do not include a local phone number; use WhatsApp, FaceTime or similar for calls
- Multi-network access on premium e-SIMs and travel plans can help avoid slowdowns in congested areas like Marina Bay or Orchard Road during peak hours
- For nomads staying longer than a week: switching to a local SIM-only plan (around S$10–15 per month after initial tourist SIM) offers better value once you can register with an ID
- Hotspot support varies; confirm before purchase if you need to tether your laptop or share data with travel partners
Home Broadband
- Technology
- XGSPON fibre-optic infrastructure
- Reliability
- Highly reliable with no documented countrywide outages; consistent connectivity even in underground stations
- Availability
- Extensive fibre coverage across Singapore; approximately 93% household penetration
Sample Plans
WhizComms
- Speed
- 3 Gbps
- Monthly Cost
- SGD 26
- Contract Length
- 24 months
Eight
- Speed
- 10 Gbps
- Monthly Cost
- SGD 28
- Contract Length
- 12 months
ViewQwest
- Speed
- 3 Gbps
- Monthly Cost
- SGD 19
- Contract Length
- 12 months (promotional rate)
MyRepublic
- Speed
- 3 Gbps
- Monthly Cost
- SGD 17
- Contract Length
- 12 months (promotional rate)
StarHub
- Speed
- 10 Gbps
- Monthly Cost
- SGD 70
- Contract Length
- 24 months
Major Providers
- Singtel
- StarHub
- M1
- MyRepublic
- ViewQwest
- eight
- WhizComms
- SIMBA
Typical Speeds Available
- 3 Gbps
- 5 Gbps
- 10 Gbps
Mobile Network
- Coverage
- Over 99% island-wide coverage with strong signal even in underground MRT stations
- Technology
- 5G widely available; all providers have sunset 3G networks
- Average Speed
- Among the fastest in the world; downloads consistently fast across all networks
- Speed Standard
- 5G and 4G LTE standard for all major carriers
Major Carriers
Singtel
- Coverage
- 99% with 700 MHz band deployment (February 2025)
- Strengths
- Most reliable coverage; first to deploy nationwide 5GSA; leading speeds
StarHub
- Coverage
- Excellent 4G/5G coverage
- Strengths
- Fast upload and download speeds; competitive pricing
M1
- Coverage
- Strong urban and suburban coverage
- Strengths
- Flexible pricing options; good 4G/5G performance
SIMBA
- Coverage
- Nationwide coverage since 2024
- Strengths
- Cheap plans with large data allowances
e-SIM Options
- 5g Support
- Major carriers (Singtel, StarHub) offer 5G; many travel e-SIMs cap at 4G LTE
- Activation
- Most activate instantly; can be installed before arrival via WiFi
- Local Carriers
- Singtel and StarHub offer official e-SIM versions of tourist plans
Travel e-SIM Providers
SimOptions
- Cost USD
- 14.9
- Data Plan
- 7-day unlimited
Airalo
- Cost USD
- 22
- Data Plan
- 20 GB for 15 days
Holafly
- Cost USD
- 27.3
- Data Plan
- 7-day unlimited
GigSky
- Cost USD
- 10.49
- Data Plan
- 1 GB for 7 days
Nomad
- Cost USD
- 4
- Data Plan
- 1 GB for 7 days
Saily
- Note
- Combines affordability with security features
Prepaid SIM Cards
- Availability
- Widely available at airport, convenience stores, telco shops, online
- Registration
- Passport required at point of sale; passport-registered SIM valid for 30 days only (as of July 2024)
- Airport Vs City
- Airport prices higher; better rates in city shops and online pre-order
Typical Tourist Plans
Singtel
- Cost
- SGD 12
- Includes
- Local calls, SMS, roaming in 67 destinations
- Data Plan
- 100 GB for 30 days + roaming data
M1
- Cost
- SGD 12
- Includes
- Local calls, SMS, international minutes
- Data Plan
- 100 GB for 7 days + 500 local minutes + 100 SMS
StarHub
- Cost
- SGD 32
- Includes
- Calls, SMS, widest APAC roaming coverage
- Data Plan
- 100 GB for 12 days + roaming data
SIMBA
- Cost
- SGD 10
- Includes
- Unlimited on-net calls, SMS, roaming
- Data Plan
- 100 GB for 30 days
Connectivity Reliability Tier
Very high
Connectivity Reliability Tier Rationale
Singapore offers near-ubiquitous fibre broadband and 99%+ mobile/5G coverage with no documented outages and extensive, easy-to-access e-SIM and prepaid SIM options.
Pocket Wi-Fi
- Cost
- SGD 5.00
per day for unlimited data
- Use Case
- Share connection with multiple devices simultaneously
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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