Fidium earns top performance rankings in Mankato, latest Ookla® Speedtest® research shows

Data showcase Fidium as internet service provider with fastest median upload speed and lowest median multi-server latency in greater Mankato-area

MANKATO, Minn. — March 2, 2026 — Fidium today announced that its 100% fiber-to-the-home network earned top performance rankings in the greater-Mankato area in Ookla’s analysis of Q3–Q4 2025 Speedtest Intelligence® data. The results reflect consumer-initiated testing and highlight standout performance as a fiber network provider, including upload speed and latency.

Fidium’s Minnesota Wins Include*:

• Mankato: Fastest Median Upload Speed and Lowest Median Multiserver Latency
• North Mankato: Fastest Median Upload Speed and Lowest Median Multiserver Latency

Local Performance Standouts*:

• Fidium customers in North Mankato experienced more than 12x faster Median Upload Speeds compared with the next-best providers

“For years, the industry focused almost entirely on download speeds,” said Dan Sumner, chief marketing officer for Fidium. “But households and businesses today depend just as much on strong upload performance and low latency for streaming, gaming, video calls and home security. This data reflects Fidium’s real-world impact for our customers and showcases the performance advantages of a 100% fiber-to-the-home network.”

Why Network Architecture Matters

For more than 25,000 households and businesses across the greater-Mankato area, Fidium’s fiber network delivers the speed, reliability and responsiveness needed to power everyday digital life.

Video conferencing, cloud-based work, streaming, connected home devices and online gaming all rely on consistent upload speeds and low latency, not just fast downloads.

Even upgraded cable networks continue to rely on legacy copper infrastructure for the final connection into the home. Fidium’s network is fiber all the way to the premises, enabling symmetrical speeds and more consistent performance, particularly during peak usage times.

“Our network is the foundation of every customer experience we deliver,” said Gabe Waggoner, chief network officer for Fidium. “With more than $1.9 billion invested in fiber since 2020 and nearly 70% of our footprint served in by fiber infrastructure in 2026, we’re able to provide the speed, reliability and performance our customers count on every day.” 

Performance and Transparency

The Ookla results build on a year of momentum for Fidium, including:

• Industry-leading Net Promoter Score performance in its markets
• Recognition as one of America’s Most Reliable Companies by Newsweek
• Recognition by CNET as the Fastest Internet Provider in Mankato

“All of Fidium’s fiber internet plans run on our 100% fiber network, with no data caps, no hidden fees and no long-term contracts,” said Sumner. “Customers can feel the difference in both performance and simplicity.”

For more information or to check availability, visit FidiumFiber.com.

*Based on Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data, 2H 2025 on median download speeds, median upload speeds, consistency score and multi-server latency. All rights reserved.

About Fidium

Fidium is a next-generation fiber internet and network services company on a mission to be America’s favorite fiber provider. Serving people who expect more from their connectivity, Fidium delivers lightning-fast, reliable internet that’s refreshingly easy to use. With future-ready technology, a customer-first approach, and a growing national fiber footprint, Fidium is redefining what “better internet” means: fast speeds, simpler experiences, and service that’s actually helpful. 

Available in more than 700 communities, Fidium connects people to the possibilities of fiber – from homes and small businesses to large enterprises, schools, hospitals and entire communities. Backed by one of the nation’s top 10 fiber networks and a commitment to continuous innovation, we’re powering work, life, learning and opportunity. Fiber Up and learn more at FidiumFiber.com.

About Ookla®
Ookla is a global leader in connectivity intelligence that provides consumers, businesses and organizations with data-driven insights to improve networks and connected experiences. Ookla is a division of Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD). Its brands include Speedtest®, Downdetector®, Ekahau®, RootMetrics® and more.