What speed should I get from Pure Telecom broadband?

Pure Telecom offers speeds up to 1Gb on fibre. Your actual speed depends on your plan, location, and connection type (FTTH fibre, FTTC). You should expect to get at least 80% of your plan's advertised speed. Run the test above to check.

Why is my Pure Telecom broadband slow?

Common reasons for slow Pure Telecom broadband include: WiFi interference from walls or other devices, distance from your router, network congestion during peak hours (7-10pm), an outdated router, or too many connected devices. Try connecting via ethernet cable and running the speed test again to rule out WiFi issues.

How do I test my Pure Telecom broadband speed?

Click the 'Start Test' button above. For accurate results: connect via ethernet cable if possible, close other apps, and ensure no other devices are streaming or downloading. The test measures download speed, upload speed, and ping on your Pure Telecom connection.

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Pure Telecom uses the Open Eir / SIRO network · Speeds up to 1Gb on fibre

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About Pure Telecom broadband

Pure Telecom is an Irish-owned broadband provider offering fibre broadband over the Open Eir and SIRO networks. Known for strong customer service and value pricing.

Network

Open Eir / SIRO network

Max speed

up to 1Gb on fibre

Technology

FTTH fibre, FTTC

Getting the most from your Pure Telecom connection

Pure Telecom uses the same Open Eir/SIRO infrastructure as larger providers.
Being Irish-owned, Pure Telecom's customer service is based in Ireland. Call them if speeds are poor.
Check if your area has been upgraded from FTTC to FTTH for a speed boost.
Pure Telecom often has lower prices than the big 3 for the same underlying network speeds.

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Is your Pure Telecom speed good enough?

Compare your test result to these recommended speeds for common activities.

Activity	Minimum speed
Email & web browsing	10 Mbps
HD video streaming (Netflix, Disney+)	25 Mbps
4K streaming & video calls	50 Mbps
Online gaming (low latency)	50+ Mbps
Working from home (multiple users)	100+ Mbps

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Frequently asked questions

A good broadband speed in Ireland depends on your household needs. For general browsing and HD streaming, 50-100 Mbps is sufficient. For 4K streaming, gaming, and multiple users, 150-500 Mbps is recommended. For heavy users and large households, 500+ Mbps fibre connections are ideal. The median fixed broadband speed in Ireland is around 220 Mbps (Ookla, March 2026).