Vodafone - Ireland
Vodafone (Ireland) uses 2 GSM bands, 2 UMTS bands, 2 LTE bands, and 1 5G NR band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Vodafone (Ireland). See the tables below for details.
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Last updated: 2024/08/21 - See latest updates
Vodafone Ireland is a leading mobile communications operator in Ireland, offering a wide range of services including mobile phone networks, broadband, and TV. Here are some key points about Vodafone Ireland's mobile network:
Coverage and Speeds:
- Vodafone Ireland has over 99% 4G population coverage, with its 4G network operating on the 800/1800 MHz bands, offering speeds of up to 75 Mbit/s. They also have a 4G+ network, which supports speeds of up to 225 Mbit/s on compatible devices.
- The company has invested significantly in its network, including the launch of 5G services in 2019.
Network Satisfaction Guarantee:
- Vodafone Ireland offers a Network Satisfaction Guarantee, which allows new customers to cancel their contract and receive a refund if they are not satisfied with the network within 30 days of joining.
Investments and Innovations:
- Since entering the Irish market in May 2001, Vodafone has made substantial investments in its network, including the launch of Ireland’s first 3G network in May 2003 and the introduction of HD Voice for clearer voice calls.
- The company has secured the largest allocation of mobile spectrum in Ireland, facilitating a fast 4G rollout and enhancing network coverage and speeds.
Awards and Recognition:
- Vodafone Ireland has been named the best mobile network for the ninth year in a row by umlaut, an independent benchmarking organization. It also received the highest score ever received for mobile services in Ireland, with a score of 922 points out of 1000.
Customer Base and Services:
- Vodafone Ireland serves over 2.4 million customers, offering a range of contract and prepay services, including mobile telephony and mobile broadband.
Future Plans:
- The company is committed to further enhancing its network with a €500 million investment over the next four years, which includes the shutdown of 3G networks and the transition to stronger 4G and 5G networks.
Overall, Vodafone Ireland's mobile network is recognized for its high performance, extensive coverage, and continuous investment in innovation and customer satisfaction.
Frequency Bands
GSM
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 900 MHz (E-GSM) | GSM | Vodafone Ireland uses the GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band. This band operates at 900 MHz for both uplink and downlink communications. The GSM 900 MHz band is widely used in most parts of the world, including Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Oceania. It is one of the primary frequency bands for GSM services globally. |
| 1800 MHz (DCS) | GSM | Vodafone Ireland uses the GSM 1800 MHz (DCS) frequency band. This band is part of the company's GSM network, which operates on the 900 MHz and 1800 MHz bands. The GSM 1800 MHz (DCS) band is used for mobile communication services, offering a range of voice, SMS, MMS, and mobile data services. |
UMTS
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B1 (2100 MHz) | UMTS | Vodafone Ireland uses the UMTS B1 (2100 MHz) frequency band. This band is used for UMTS services, which were introduced by Vodafone Ireland in 2004. The first handsets supporting these services were launched in November of the same year. |
| B8 (900 MHz GSM) | UMTS |
LTE
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B3 (1800 MHz +) | LTE | Vodafone Ireland uses LTE band B3 (1800 MHz +). |
| B20 (800 MHz DD) | LTE | Vodafone Ireland uses the LTE B20 (800 MHz DD) frequency band for its LTE network deployments. This band is particularly known for its wide area coverage and deep penetration, making it suitable for regional and rural environments, as well as in-building coverage. It supports carrier aggregation with other bands to enhance bandwidth and performance. The 800 MHz band is also popular for IoT applications like eMTC (LTE Cat M1) and NB-IoT (LTE Cat NB1) due to its wide coverage characteristics. However, it does not easily support Massive MIMO and beamforming technologies due to its large wavelength. |
5G NR
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| N78 (3500 MHz) | 5G NR |
Latest updates
- 2024/08/21 - Frequency UMTS B8 (900 MHz GSM) added to Vodafone Ireland.
- 2024/08/21 - Frequency 5G NR N78 (3500 MHz) added to Vodafone Ireland.
