Ookla Study in Manila: Carrier VoLTE Networks Prove to Outperform OTT Apps in Voice Quality and Reliability
An Ookla study conducted in Manila indicates that carrier-managed VoLTE networks provide superior voice quality and reliability compared to OTT applications like WhatsApp. The research highlights that VoLTE maintains HD audio even under network stress, whereas OTT apps suffer from degradation.
MANILA, Philippines , July 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ookla's comprehensive controlled network test reveals that traditional mobile operator networks deliver a measurably superior voice experience compared to Over-the-Top (OTT) applications like WhatsApp, particularly in critical areas such as audio fidelity, weak signal resilience, and call reliability.
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