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Boost Mobile Rated No. 1 in 5G Reliability and 5G Coverage Across 15 Major U.S. Cities

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Boost Mobile, owned by EchoStar Corporation (SATS), has achieved top rankings in 5G reliability and coverage across 15 major U.S. cities, according to an independent report by Opensignal. The company leads in key markets including New York City, Dallas-Fort Worth, Miami, and Atlanta, demonstrating superior performance in network stability, task completion, and coverage breadth.

The achievement validates Boost Mobile's investment in its standalone 5G Open RAN network. The company offers these industry-leading 5G services through its competitive Unlimited $25 monthly plan with no annual contracts, positioning itself as a provider of both premium connectivity and affordability.

Boost Mobile, di proprietà di EchoStar Corporation (SATS), ha raggiunto le prime posizioni in termini di affidabilità e copertura 5G in 15 grandi città degli Stati Uniti, secondo un rapporto indipendente di Opensignal. L'azienda si distingue in mercati chiave come New York City, Dallas-Fort Worth, Miami e Atlanta, dimostrando prestazioni superiori nella stabilità della rete, nel completamento delle attività e nell'estensione della copertura.

Questo risultato conferma l'investimento di Boost Mobile nella sua rete 5G standalone Open RAN. L'azienda offre questi servizi 5G all'avanguardia attraverso il suo competitivo piano illimitato da 25 dollari al mese senza contratti annuali, posizionandosi come un fornitore che unisce connettività premium e convenienza.

Boost Mobile, propiedad de EchoStar Corporation (SATS), ha alcanzado las primeras posiciones en confiabilidad y cobertura 5G en 15 importantes ciudades de EE.UU., según un informe independiente de Opensignal. La compañía lidera en mercados clave como Nueva York, Dallas-Fort Worth, Miami y Atlanta, demostrando un desempeño superior en estabilidad de red, finalización de tareas y amplitud de cobertura.

Este logro valida la inversión de Boost Mobile en su red 5G independiente Open RAN. La empresa ofrece estos servicios 5G líderes en la industria a través de su competitivo plan ilimitado de $25 mensuales sin contratos anuales, posicionándose como un proveedor que combina conectividad premium con asequibilidad.

Boost MobileEchoStar Corporation (SATS) 소유로, 독립 보고서인 Opensignal에 따르면 미국 15개 주요 도시에서 5G 신뢰성 및 커버리지 부문 1위를 차지했습니다. 뉴욕시, 댈러스-포트워스, 마이애미, 애틀랜타 등 주요 시장에서 네트워크 안정성, 작업 완료율, 커버리지 범위 등에서 우수한 성과를 보였습니다.

이 성과는 Boost Mobile이 독립형 5G Open RAN 네트워크에 투자한 결과를 입증합니다. 회사는 연간 계약 없이 경쟁력 있는 월 25달러 무제한 요금제를 통해 업계 최고 수준의 5G 서비스를 제공하며, 프리미엄 연결성과 경제성을 동시에 갖춘 서비스 제공업체로 자리매김하고 있습니다.

Boost Mobile, détenu par EchoStar Corporation (SATS), a obtenu les meilleures notes en fiabilité et couverture 5G dans 15 grandes villes américaines, selon un rapport indépendant d'Opensignal. L'entreprise est leader sur des marchés clés tels que New York, Dallas-Fort Worth, Miami et Atlanta, démontrant une performance supérieure en stabilité du réseau, accomplissement des tâches et étendue de la couverture.

Cette réussite confirme l'investissement de Boost Mobile dans son réseau 5G autonome Open RAN. La société propose ces services 5G de pointe via son plan compétitif illimité à 25 $ par mois sans contrats annuels, se positionnant comme un fournisseur alliant connectivité premium et accessibilité.

Boost Mobile, im Besitz von EchoStar Corporation (SATS), hat laut einem unabhängigen Bericht von Opensignal Spitzenwerte in Bezug auf 5G-Zuverlässigkeit und -Abdeckung in 15 großen US-Städten erzielt. Das Unternehmen führt in wichtigen Märkten wie New York City, Dallas-Fort Worth, Miami und Atlanta und zeigt überlegene Leistungen bei Netzstabilität, Aufgabenabschluss und Abdeckungsbreite.

Dieser Erfolg bestätigt Boost Mobiles Investition in sein eigenständiges 5G Open RAN-Netzwerk. Das Unternehmen bietet diese branchenführenden 5G-Dienste über seinen wettbewerbsfähigen Unlimited-Plan für 25 US-Dollar pro Monat ohne Jahresverträge an und positioniert sich damit als Anbieter, der Premium-Konnektivität mit Erschwinglichkeit verbindet.

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  • Ranked #1 in both 5G reliability and coverage across 15 major U.S. cities
  • Superior network performance metrics in network stability, task completion, and coverage breadth
  • Competitive pricing with $25/month Unlimited plan with no annual contracts
  • Successful implementation of next-generation standalone 5G Open RAN network
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Boost Mobile's superior 5G performance across 15 major markets strengthens its competitive position, though actual financial impact remains uncertain.

Opensignal's independent report positions Boost Mobile at the forefront of 5G connectivity in 15 major U.S. markets, marking a significant technical milestone for the DISH Network subsidiary. This achievement spans crucial metrics including 5G reliability (network stability, access success, and task completion) and 5G coverage (breadth of 5G availability).

The recognition validates Boost's strategic investment in standalone 5G Open RAN network architecture—a more flexible, vendor-neutral approach that potentially offers cost advantages while maintaining performance. This technical differentiation creates a compelling narrative for Boost as it competes against industry giants like AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile.

Critically, Boost is pairing this technical achievement with aggressive pricing, offering an unlimited plan at $25/month without annual contracts. This combination addresses a fundamental market challenge: delivering premium connectivity at budget-friendly prices. For DISH Network, establishing Boost as a credible wireless competitor represents a crucial diversification strategy beyond its declining satellite TV business.

However, several questions remain unanswered: Does this technical leadership translate to subscriber growth? How sustainable is the pricing strategy? And can Boost maintain this performance edge as competitors continue massive 5G investments? Without specific subscriber metrics or financial projections, it's difficult to quantify the actual business impact of these achievements on DISH Network's bottom line.

Opensignal report confirms Boost Mobile 's real-world 5G performance in major cities across the U.S.

LITTLETON, Colo., May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Boost Mobile is setting a new benchmark for 5G performance. According to an independent report from Opensignal – the leading global provider of independent insights into consumers' connectivity experiences – Boost Mobile rated #1 in 5G reliability and 5G coverage in 15 major U.S. cities.[i] With these achievements, Boost Mobile now provides a greater connectivity experience for consumers in many of the nation's most populated, tech-forward markets. The findings underscore Boost Mobile's ability to deliver a fast, stable and accessible 5G experience in real-world conditions.

These latest network claims are a testament to Boost Mobile's investment in its next-generation standalone 5G Open RAN network, providing customers excellent coverage and access to the latest technology.

#1 in 5G Reliability and 5G Coverage

Atlanta; Charlotte, N.C.; Cleveland; Columbus, Ohio; Dallas-Fort Worth; Detroit; Houston; Miami; New York City; Orlando, Fla.; Philadelphia; Raleigh, N.C; St. Louis; and its hometown market of Denver.

Boost Mobile is rated first in:

  • 5G Reliability – Boost Mobile subscribers were more likely to maintain a stable connection and complete everyday tasks like browsing, messaging and streaming. Opensignal measured:
    • Time connected to a mobile network
    • Internet access success rates
    • Task completion
    • Overall sufficiency of performance
  • 5G Coverage – Boost Mobile provided the broadest range of locations where subscribers with a compatible device experienced 5G connectivity.

"This recognition from Opensignal across both 5G reliability and 5G coverage metrics reinforces the power of our standalone 5G Open RAN network," said Eben Albertyn, EVP and Chief Technology Officer at Boost Mobile. "We've engineered our network to not only deliver widespread 5G coverage, but to ensure it performs consistently wherever and whenever our customers need it. Whether it's staying connected throughout the day or having strong service in more places, we're delivering a 5G experience that leads the industry in both quality and accessibility, not to mention at a price point all customers can afford."

Unmatched Value Meets Industry-Leading 5G

Boost Mobile's 5G leadership is available at a price that's hard to match: the Unlimited $25 a month plan[ii] – FOREVER – with no annual contracts.[iii] Whether it's about staying reliably connected, accessing 5G more often, or having strong service in more places, Boost Mobile is delivering 5G that simply works—when and where it matters most.

"Being rated number one in 5G reliability and 5G coverage across so many major cities is a milestone reflecting our commitment to put the customers first," said Sean Lee, SVP of Consumer Product and Marketing, Boost Mobile. "We're proving that you don't have to choose between top-tier network performance and affordability. With our $25/month Unlimited plan, customers get industry-leading 5G backed by unmatched value – FOREVER."

Explore the latest 5G devices and make the switch at BoostMobile.com.

About Boost Mobile 
Boost Mobile offers the best value in wireless with simple, flexible and transparent plans starting at $25/mo. for unlimited 5G. Boost Mobile's nationwide cloud-native O-RAN 5G network delivers lightning-fast speeds, reliability and coverage on the latest 5G devices. Customers enjoy no annual service contracts and the freedom to upgrade their devices. Experience Boost Mobile's risk-free 30-day money-back guarantee and learn more about our services on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. Boost Mobile is the nation's newest nationwide mobile carrier in the U.S. and a brand under EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS). 

[i] Opensignal Awards – USA: Local Experience Report, based on independent analysis of mobile measurements recorded during the period July 1, 2024 – December 28, 2024, © 2025 Opensignal Limited.
[ii] After 30GB, customers may experience slower speeds.
[iii] Customers will only pay $25/mo. as long as they remain active on the Boost Unlimited plan.

 

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FAQ

What cities ranked Boost Mobile #1 in 5G reliability and coverage?

Boost Mobile ranked #1 in 15 major cities including Atlanta, Charlotte, Cleveland, Columbus, Dallas-Fort Worth, Detroit, Houston, Miami, New York City, Orlando, Philadelphia, Raleigh, St. Louis, and Denver.

How much does Boost Mobile's unlimited 5G plan cost?

Boost Mobile offers an Unlimited plan for $25 per month with no annual contracts, providing access to their top-ranked 5G network.

What metrics did Opensignal use to measure Boost Mobile's 5G reliability?

Opensignal measured time connected to mobile network, internet access success rates, task completion, and overall performance sufficiency.

Who conducted the 5G performance study for Boost Mobile (SATS)?

The independent study was conducted by Opensignal, the leading global provider of independent insights into consumers' connectivity experiences.
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