If you’ve ever found yourself staring at your phone, willing that single signal bar to turn into something usable, you know how crucial reliable network coverage is in Pakistan. The good news? The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has just released its latest Quality of Service (QoS) survey for 2025, and in that it was revealed that which mobile network is best at keeping you connected.
The survey, conducted in the first quarter of 2025, tested all major mobile operators across 15 cities, measuring real-world 4G and fallback 3G signal strength. And the clear winner? Zong.
Zong: The Coverage Champion
Zong topped the PTA rankings, earning the title of the best mobile network in terms of coverage. It achieved 100% compliance with PTA’s benchmarks in all 15 cities surveyed for 4G/LTE signal strength. Even in places where the network had to fall back to 3G, Zong passed with flying colors in all 4 tested cities.
In short, Zong was considered to be the only operator with perfect coverage compliance across all 19 measured instances. This means whether you are making video call from a city center or deciding to send a voice note from the outskirts, Zong is considered to be the most-Safest bet for stable, reliable connectivity.
As per the report of PTA, this exceptional performance cements Zong’s lead when it comes to accessibility, reliable calls, and readiness for next-generation mobile broadband services.
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Jazz: Strong, But Second
Jazz, which boasts Pakistan’s largest customer base, came in second. It matched Zong with 4G signal compliance in 13 of 15 cities but missed benchmarks in 2 locations. Notably, Jazz didn’t meet the fallback 3G standards at all, slightly hurting its overall score, especially for users in areas where network switching is essential.
Ufone: Respectable Third
Ufone shared third place. It also recorded 13 compliant 4G cities and did better than Jazz on 3G fallback, with compliance in 10 cities. Still, with three instances of non-compliance overall, it couldn’t quite match Zong’s consistent performance.
Telenor: Room for Improvement
Telenor had the toughest time in the survey conducted this year. With only 8 cities compliant for 4G and 7 for 3G fallback, it racked up 7 non-compliant instances—the highest among the big four operators. It was ranked last for coverage overall.
What It Means for You
For users who highly depend on their phones for work, travel, and staying connected across Pakistan, Zong’s top ranking is now providing real peace of mind. With strong, stable signals across urban and semi-urban regions alike, Zong stands out as the most dependable choice for businesses, remote workers, and everyday users alike in 2025.