Internet Pricing Worldwide: A Look at the Most Expensive Countries. đđ«
In recent years, escalating inflation and fluctuating exchange rates have prompted many internet service providers in Turkey to increase their prices. As of November 2023, almost every provider has implemented price hikes. This raises the question: which countries have the most expensive internet services globally, and where does Turkey rank?
1. The ranking is based on the average monthly subscription fees for 100 Mbps speed, as reported by Picodi Turkey.
2. Norway claims the top spot, with providers charging an average of 75.1 Euros for 100 Mbps speed.
3. Iceland follows at the second position, with a monthly fee of 58.8 Euros, and Australia secures the third spot at 58.4 Euros.
4. The United States, with an average monthly fee of 47.3 Euros, is positioned below countries like Switzerland and Ireland.
5. Turkey, at the bottom of the list, has an average monthly fee of 12.7 Euros for 100 Mbps speed.
Comparison with Turkey:
In Turkey, the average monthly fee for 100 Mbps speed is 12.7 Euros.
To put this in perspective, obtaining the same speed in Turkey requires approximately 300 TL to 550 TL, varying among providers.
When comparing the cost of 75.1 Euros in Norway to 550 TL in Turkey, Turkey appears relatively more expensive. However, the high Euro to TL exchange rate plays a significant role.
Global Ranking of Internet Pricing:
1. Norway: 75.1 Euro
2. Iceland: 58.8 Euro
3. Australia: 58.4 Euro
4. Switzerland: 53.8 Euro
5. Ireland: 50 Euro
6. United States: 47.3 Euro
7. Puerto Rico: 47.3 Euro
8. Denmark: 45.4 Euro
9. Costa Rica: 44.6 Euro
10. Nicaragua: 44.5 Euro
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61. Turkey: 12.7 Euro
User Reactions:
Some readers express disbelief, sharing personal experiences of lower internet costs in their respective countries. Others highlight the importance of considering the purchasing power and minimum wages of each country when comparing internet prices. A user suggests that the comparison should be based on the ratio of internet costs to the minimum wage.
