City in Quebec, Canada
Internet in Montreal: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Montreal?
Median fixed broadband in Canada is 258 Mbps and mobile is 86 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Free wifi in most cafés and libraries; many cafés welcome laptops on weekdays.
Getting online in Montreal
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Videotron, Bell and Cogeco fibre or cable, 500 Mbps–1 Gbps for about C$60–95 a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Free wifi in most cafés and libraries; many cafés welcome laptops on weekdays. |
| Tourist SIM | Prepaid SIMs from carrier stores and budget brands, roughly C$35–60 for 30 days; mobile data is pricey. A travel eSIM is often cheaper. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Rogers, Bell, Telus, Freedom Mobile |
| Monthly data plan | C$35–60 ($25–42) |
Coworking spaces in Montreal
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| Crew Collective & Café | Old Montreal | — |
Internet speeds in North America
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 307 Mbps | 187 Mbps |
| Canada | 258 Mbps | 86 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Montreal?
Median fixed broadband in Canada is 258 Mbps and mobile is 86 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Free wifi in most cafés and libraries; many cafés welcome laptops on weekdays.
Which SIM card should I get in Montreal?
Prepaid SIMs from carrier stores and budget brands, roughly C$35–60 for 30 days; mobile data is pricey. A travel eSIM is often cheaper.
Can I use an eSIM in Canada?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
Are there coworking spaces in Montreal?
Yes: Crew Collective & Café.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Canada
- Rogers
- Bell
- Telus
- Freedom Mobile
- STM Montréal
- Montréal-Trudeau Airport
- BIXI Montréal
- Tourisme Montréal
- McGill University Health Centre
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.