DIGI or NOS: Which Is Better in Portugal? (2026)
The short answer
DIGI is cheaper and faster on upload wherever it reaches; NOS answers with universal coverage, more speed rungs and real TV. Pick DIGI inside its footprint, NOS outside it or when TV matters.
Row by row
Fees verified August 2026 against each provider's published data
| Criterion | DIGI | NOS |
|---|---|---|
| CoverageWhich physical network carries it, rural included | all 308 municipalitiesWins | |
| PriceWhat you actually pay per month | EUR 10Wins | 30 |
| UploadThe speed that video calls and backups feel | 1000Wins | 100 Mbps |
| ContractLock-in length, and what leaving costs | 3Wins | 24 months |
| No term | EUR 50 feeWins | 's costly no-term |
| Ladder | four rungs | threeWins |
| ComplaintsRegulator complaint rates, the honest service signal | 2.3 | DIGI/NOWO per-1000 near tie in Q1 2026; NOS trending betterWins |
| Bundle | 180 channels, Disney+Wins |
So which one
Pick DIGI if
- You have DIGI coverage and want symmetric gigabit at EUR 10.
Pick NOS if
- You need national coverage, a 2 Gbps middle tier or a full TV bundle.
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The criteria are fixed
Every comparison on this site uses the same 8 rows in the same order, so two pages can be read against each other. We do not add a row because one side happens to win it.
A win is a stated threshold
A row is won on the published number or capability, not on judgement. Ties are declared rather than broken. Figures come from provider price lists and official sources.
How we get paid
Both links earn a commission at the same rate, so the winner of a row is never the higher-paying one. Fees come from each provider's own published price list, not a comparison feed.
Sources: provider price lists and official data, accessed August 2026. Next review: November 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, DIGI or NOS?
DIGI is cheaper and faster on upload wherever it reaches; NOS answers with universal coverage, more speed rungs and real TV. Pick DIGI inside its footprint, NOS outside it or when TV matters.
When should I pick DIGI?
You have DIGI coverage and want symmetric gigabit at EUR 10.
When should I pick NOS?
You need national coverage, a 2 Gbps middle tier or a full TV bundle.