Quick Answer
NET Virtua is Claro’s cable broadband brand in Brazil. They are the same company. NET Virtua uses HFC cable technology while Claro’s newer deployments use FTTH fiber. Existing NET Virtua customers can upgrade to Claro fiber where available. New customers sign up directly under the Claro brand.
Side-by-Side Comparison
This table compares the legacy NET Virtua cable service with the current Claro broadband offerings.
| Feature | Claro (current) | NET Virtua (legacy) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand Status | Active, primary brand | Being phased into Claro |
| Technology | FTTH fiber + HFC | HFC cable (DOCSIS 3.1) |
| Max Download | 1 Gbps (fiber) | 500 Mbps (cable) |
| Upload Speed | Higher on FTTH | Limited by HFC |
| Mobile Bundle | Yes (85M subs) | No |
| Price Range | R$100-150/month | R$80-130/month |
| 5G Access | Yes | No |
Test Claro speed | Test NET Virtua speed
Speed Comparison
Claro’s FTTH fiber connections deliver up to 1 Gbps download with better upload speeds than cable. NET Virtua’s HFC cable maxes out at 500 Mbps download with limited upload, typically 30-50 Mbps on higher tiers.
The upload gap matters most. HFC cable technology shares bandwidth among neighborhood users, which reduces speeds during peak evening hours. FTTH fiber provides a dedicated line with consistent speeds day and night.
If your address has Claro fiber available, upgrade from NET Virtua cable. The speed improvement is significant, especially on upload.
Run a speed test to compare your current NET Virtua performance against Claro fiber speeds in your area.
Coverage
NET Virtua’s cable network covers major Brazilian cities, particularly in the Southeast and South regions. Claro acquired NET in 2012 and has been gradually migrating the cable network to fiber.
Claro’s FTTH buildout does not yet cover all NET Virtua addresses. Some locations still only have cable available. Claro prioritizes fiber deployment in dense urban areas and newer developments.
Both brands share the same customer service and billing systems. The transition from NET Virtua to Claro branding is ongoing.
Which Should You Choose?
If you are a current NET Virtua customer, check whether Claro fiber is available at your address. Upgrading from cable to fiber gives faster uploads, more consistent speeds, and lower latency. The price difference is usually R$10-20 per month.
New customers should sign up with Claro directly. Claro offers FTTH where available and falls back to HFC cable where fiber has not reached. Bundling mobile and broadband under Claro saves money.
For pure FTTH alternatives, compare TIM UltraFibra (100% fiber, R$90-140/month) and Vivo Fibra (symmetric speeds, R$110-170/month).
Summary
NET Virtua and Claro are the same company. NET Virtua is the legacy cable brand being phased into Claro. Upgrade to Claro fiber where available for better speeds and uploads. New customers should go directly to Claro.
Test your connection at Kencang speed test and see the Brazil internet overview for all broadband options.
Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Data Sources: Anatel Brazil, Claro investor relations