The recent Uswitch awards ceremony held in London’s Canary Wharf unveiled some unexpected winners. These awards, determined by a panel of judges and the public, showcased smaller, value-focused mobile networks as the stand-out performers in the 2026 Uswitch rankings.
VOXI, Tesco Mobile, Lebara, and giffgaff excelled in various categories, securing accolades such as Mobile Network of the Year, Best Mobile Network for Customer Service, and Best Mobile Network for Roaming.
Surprisingly, EE emerged as the top choice for broadband services, winning the National Broadband Provider of the Year award despite its mobile reputation. Other broadband winners included YouFibre, Plusnet, Vodafone, and Virgin Media.
Ernest Doku, a telecoms expert at Uswitch, highlighted a shift in consumer preferences towards networks that offer greater value for money. He emphasized the importance of reliability in broadband services, especially for those working remotely.
The Uswitch Telecoms Awards aim to assist customers in finding the best deals tailored to their needs. Whether seeking affordability or specific requirements, numerous providers offer exceptional value and service to consumers.
Here are some of the notable winners from the awards:
BEST BROADBAND
– National Broadband Provider of the Year: EE
– Regional Broadband Provider of the Year: YouFibre
– Best Broadband Provider for Customer Service: Plusnet
– Best Value for Money Broadband Provider: Vodafone
– Most Reliable Broadband Provider: Virgin
– Most Popular Broadband Provider: Vodafone
BEST MOBILE
– Mobile Network of the Year: VOXI
– Best Mobile Network for Customer Service: Tesco
– Best Mobile Network for Data: VOXI
– Best Mobile Network for Roaming: Lebara
– Best Mobile Handset Contract Network: giffgaff
– Best Mobile Network for Perks: Three
– Fastest Mobile Network Overall: EE
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