When choosing an internet provider, it is important to compare not only speed but also the total cost of getting connected, including installation fees, equipment, and promotional terms. The table below compares major providers based on key parameters, using data stated as current for November 2026.

• Best

  • Speed: 200 Mbps – 1 Gbps

  • Technology: Fiber optic (GPON)

  • Connection fee: 0–500 UAH (depending on distance)

  • Equipment: Included in cost

  • Base plan: 400–600 UAH/month

  • Features: Works during power outages at provider nodes; 99.5% uptime guarantee.

• Simnet

  • Speed: 50–300 Mbps

  • Technology: Cable connection and fiber optic

  • Connection fee: 0–300 UAH

  • Equipment: Separately (200–400 UAH)

  • Base plan: 350 UAH/month (after promo for 1 UAH for 3 months)

  • Features: Welcome promo for new subscribers; 24/7 customer support.

• Nashnet

  • Speed: 100–500 Mbps

  • Technology: Fiber optic (PON)

  • Connection fee: 200–400 UAH

  • Equipment: Included in cost

  • Base plan: 450–700 UAH/month

  • Features: Bundles with TV (86–146 channels); option to add services without changing contract.

• Bilink

  • Speed: 100–400 Mbps

  • Technology: Cable connection and fiber optic

  • Connection fee: 100–300 UAH

  • Equipment: Separately (300–500 UAH)

  • Base plan: 380–650 UAH/month

  • Features: Internet + TV; 24/7 support; backup line availability for businesses.

How to Read 

Speed. This is the maximum advertised speed in your area. Actual speeds may be lower during peak hours. Check the speed available at your specific address using Connect.net.ua.

Connection fee. The fee depends on the distance between the provider's network node and your home. Confirm the exact amount when placing an order.

Equipment. If the table says “Included in the price,” the router and optical network terminal (ONT) are included in the connection cost. If equipment is listed as “Extra,” you will need to purchase or rent it separately.

Standard plan. The monthly internet fee excluding promotional offers. After the promotional period, usually 3–6 months, the price increases to the listed amount.

Practical Example: Total Cost for the First Year

Best (500 Mbps fiber-optic connection):

• Connection fee: UAH 300

• Equipment: included

• Monthly plan: UAH 500 × 12 months = UAH 6,000

• Total for the year: UAH 6,300

Simnet (100 Mbps cable connection with a promotion):

• Connection fee: UAH 200

• Equipment: UAH 300

• First 3 months: UAH 1 × 3 = UAH 3

• Next 9 months: UAH 350 × 9 = UAH 3,150

• Total for the year: UAH 3,653

Simnet is cheaper during the first year, but it offers a lower speed. Best costs more but offers the benefits of fiber-optic connectivity and service during power outages.

Key Takeaway

Compare providers based on the total cost of ownership over the first year, not just the monthly subscription. Consider the connection fee, equipment costs, and the duration of promotional offers. For long-term use, fiber-optic internet can be more economical despite a higher initial plan price.

Checking Internet Provider Availability at Your Address

This is one of the most important steps when choosing a provider, yet many people skip it. General rankings and provider lists do not guarantee that a particular operator can connect a specific building. Network infrastructure is unevenly distributed across a city: one provider may serve one side of a street while another serves the opposite side. A provider may operate in the neighboring building without having a cable running to yours. Checking your address gives you a real list of available options rather than a theoretical one.

Step-by-Step Availability Check

1. Open Connect.net.ua or Multitest

• Connect.net.ua is a database of providers and independent operators that covers around 40 providers.

• Multitest is an alternative service that reports having data from more than 50 providers.

• Both services are free and work in a browser without registration.

2. Enter Your Exact Address

Enter the street name, building number, and apartment number if you live in an apartment building.

The system will check whether a cable reaches your building and which providers serve it. Results are displayed within 2–5 seconds.

3. Interpret the Results

• Green status (available): The provider can connect your building. You can call to arrange installation.

• Yellow status (possible): The provider operates in the area, but its cable may not reach your building. Confirm availability by phone.

• Red status (unavailable): The provider does not serve your address. Consider another operator.

4. Check the Connection Technology

If several providers are available, consider those offering fiber-optic connections (GPON or PON).

Cable connections may be slower and less stable, especially during peak hours. If fiber is unavailable, cable may be an acceptable alternative, but speeds may be around 50–200 Mbps rather than the advertised 300+ Mbps.

Why Coverage Is Uneven

Providers build their networks gradually, starting with central districts and major routes. Older buildings may have a cable from only one provider because another operator may not see a business case for installing a parallel line. Newer buildings often offer a choice of 3–5 providers because developers allow several operators to use shared infrastructure.

Neighborhoods with Better Coverage (as of November 2026)

• City center and Pechersk: 5–7 providers in most buildings; strong competition and lower prices.

• Podil, Lypky, and Holosiiv: 3–5 providers; good fiber-optic coverage.

• Outlying areas (Troieshchyna, Rusanivka, Pozniaky): 1–3 providers; cable connections are often the only option.

• New buildings: Usually 3–4 fiber-optic providers, as developers require modern infrastructure.

What to Do If Few Providers Are Available

If only one provider serves your building, your options may be limited. However, you can:

• Ask the provider to extend a cable from a neighboring building. This may sometimes be possible for an additional UAH 500–2,000.

• Wait for a second provider to extend its network into your area. This usually takes 6–12 months.

• Use mobile internet as a temporary solution (4G/5G from Vodafone, Kyivstar, or Lifecell).

Attention

Do not sign a contract based solely on a general list of providers. Even if a provider operates in your neighborhood, that does not mean it can connect your building. Checking availability at your exact address is an essential first step. If the result is unclear, contact the provider's technical support and ask whether its cable reaches your building and how much installation will cost.

Professional Tip

After checking availability, contact the provider's technical support to confirm:

• The exact connection fee, which may vary depending on distance.

• Installation lead time, usually 3–7 days.

• Whether equipment is included or must be purchased separately.

• Whether any current promotions are available for new subscribers.

This can save time and help you avoid unexpected costs.

Internet Plans: From Basic to Premium Packages

Prices vary depending on the provider and connection speed. Simnet offers an introductory promotion of UAH 1 for the first three months, although the terms should be confirmed. After the promotion, the basic plan usually costs UAH 350 per month, while faster connections may cost up to UAH 800.

Fiber-optic internet costs more, but it can offer significantly higher speeds. If you pay UAH 200–300 per month for cable internet, fiber may cost UAH 400–600 but provide greater stability and speeds of up to 1 Gbps, compared with the advertised 100 Mbps over cable.

One important point: check whether equipment is included in the price. Many providers charge separately for a router or optical terminal. COSMONOVA provides a comprehensive range of telecommunications and IT services for business customers.

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Key Takeaway

Compare more than just the monthly subscription. Consider the total cost of ownership, including connection fees, equipment, installation services, and any possible disconnection charges.

Fiber-Optic Internet: Technology and Benefits

Fiber-optic internet uses a cable made of glass fibers to transmit data using light. This is not a marketing gimmick but a physical characteristic of the technology: fiber can provide speed and stability that traditional copper-based connections cannot match.

Best advertises fiber-optic speeds of up to 1 Gbps. By comparison, cable internet typically delivers 100–200 Mbps, and speeds may decline when many users in nearby buildings access the network simultaneously. Fiber performance also depends on the network architecture and load, so actual speeds can vary.

GPON (Gigabit Passive Optical Network) allows a single optical channel to serve up to 64 subscribers. This does not guarantee that speeds will never drop: actual performance depends on network configuration and traffic. PON is the general name for a family of passive optical networking technologies, including GPON.

The main disadvantage of fiber is that it is not available everywhere. If your building does not have a fiber-optic line, you may need to wait for the provider to extend its network or choose an alternative connection.

Business Internet: Reliability and Scalability

Businesses have different internet requirements from residential users. A one-hour outage at home is an inconvenience. A one-hour business internet outage can cause financial losses, reputational damage, and data-access problems.

COSMONOVA specializes in providing reliable internet access for businesses and telecommunications operators. The company supports the continuous operation of servers and mission-critical applications through defined recovery arrangements and backup connections.

For a small business with 5–10 employees, a standard fiber-optic connection with a 99.5% availability guarantee may be suitable. Medium-sized and large businesses may need backup connections: if the primary link fails, a secondary link automatically takes over the traffic. This is a form of N+1 redundancy. It costs more but can reduce business downtime.

Scalability is another important criterion. As your company grows, your provider should allow you to increase connection speed without changing your contract. Check whether higher-tier plans are available in your area.

Internet During Power Outages

It may sound strange, but this is a real issue. When the power goes out, the router, optical terminal, and even the modem may turn off. Internet access is lost even if the cable itself is undamaged.

Best specifically states on its website that its internet service can work during power outages. This indicates that the provider uses backup power at its network nodes. However, it does not guarantee that your router will stay on: you may need an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for your home equipment.

This is especially important for businesses. COSMONOVA provides backup power at the data-center level. This helps keep infrastructure running during city-wide power outages, subject to the capacity and design of the available backup systems.

In practice, backup power may keep equipment running for several hours. This can be enough to switch to mobile internet or wait for electricity to return. Critical systems may require their own backup connection.

Attention

Do not confuse the provider's ability to keep its network running during a power outage with the ability of your own equipment to remain powered. The provider may power its network nodes, but your router can still shut down. If continued connectivity is important, consider purchasing a UPS for your home equipment.

How to Choose an Internet Provider: Key Criteria

Choosing a provider comes down to five criteria.

First: availability at your address. If the provider does not serve your building, the other criteria do not matter. Check availability through Connect.net.ua or Multitest.

Second: connection technology. Fiber-optic connections are generally preferable to traditional cable connections. If you have a choice, consider fiber. If fiber is unavailable, cable may be acceptable, but speed and stability depend on the technology and network condition.

Third: actual speed in your area. Advertised speeds may differ from real-world performance. Read reviews on Trustpilot or ask friends in nearby buildings about the speeds they get from the provider.

Fourth: price. Compare the total cost, not just the monthly plan: connection, equipment, and possible fees. The provider with the lowest monthly price may charge more for installation.

Fifth: technical support. If the internet goes down, can you reach support quickly? Bilink and Best list 24/7 support, which matters when internet access is critical to your work.

Best Options For

• Most home users: Best, for fiber-optic connectivity and its advertised ability to work during power outages.

• Those looking for a deal: Simnet, thanks to its introductory promotion.

• Those who want internet and TV: Nashnet or Bilink, for their bundled packages.

• Businesses: COSMONOVA, for solutions focused on reliability.

Choosing an internet provider in Kyiv requires checking availability at your address, comparing connection technologies, and evaluating actual speeds in your area. Best offers fiber-optic connectivity and advertises service during power outages, which may make it a suitable option for many users. For businesses, COSMONOVA provides connectivity and professional support to help maintain continuity for critical operations.

The provider market continues to develop, and competition encourages improvements in service quality. Contact COSMONOVA for advice on choosing the right solution for your organization.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I check which internet providers are available at my address?

Use provider comparison services such as Connect.net.ua or Multitest, which allow you to check coverage at a specific address. Enter your address in the search field, and the system will show which providers serve your building. This matters because general rankings and provider lists do not guarantee that a connection is available at your exact address. Check more than one service for a more complete picture.

How is fiber-optic internet different from a regular connection?

Fiber-optic internet uses optical cables instead of copper wires and can provide much higher speeds, often up to 1 Gbps or more. It is generally less susceptible to electromagnetic interference. Actual download and upload speeds depend on the technology and plan. Providers are expanding fiber networks because they can deliver more reliable services.

What internet speed do I need at home?

For standard use, such as browsing websites and watching HD video, 50–100 Mbps is usually sufficient. For 4K streaming and several devices working at the same time, 200 Mbps or more is recommended. If several people work from home or frequently make video calls, choose a plan with some extra capacity. Also consider connection stability, which is often more important than peak speed.

Can the internet work during a power outage?

Yes. Some providers use backup power for their network infrastructure. Best, for example, specifically states that its internet service can operate during power outages. However, the optical terminal and router in your home also need battery or UPS power to stay on. Backup runtime depends on the equipment and its energy consumption. Check the details with the provider.

Which matters more: internet speed or connection stability?

For most activities, stability is more important than maximum speed. Even a 100 Mbps connection that frequently drops can cause more problems than a stable 50 Mbps connection. Work, study, and streaming benefit from low latency and minimal interruptions. When choosing a provider, check customer feedback on service quality and how quickly connections are restored after an outage.