Ok first of all,Iam not an active member of PG.But I have used almost all of the DSL connections available in karachi,so a quick guide to connections could be useful for someone planning to get a dsl connection installed.I will tell my experiences with each one separately;
Wi-tribe:
Wi-tribe is basically aimed at those who are young at heart.I had installed it for a month or so.The speed and customer dealing was nice but I was put off by the download limit which was imposed on the connections,and therefore I had to change it.I had the broadband installed,not the wireless.
Wateen:
Wateen is an OK connection,atleast for my area.The connection is consistent but the speed fluctuates.Customer service is good but they dont have any knowledge of their own connections and the technicians are the only ones that can help you if something goes wrong,not the helpline.I had it removed because of these reasons.I had it for a very brief period.
PTCL:
Believe me when I say Iam being as unbiased as I can,but this is my advice:stay away.The marketing department will get behind you until you are convinced to buy a connection,but upon buying,you are entering a trap which is very difficult to escape from.The connection will work fine and is really consistent,giving good browsing speeds.But torrent downloading speeds are extremely slow,and the service is screwey on wifi.It is a matter of luck,you will love ptcl until something goes wrong,but when it does,you are screwed.There is absolutely no customer service whatsoever from PTCL.Dont believe me?Here is a test;First,call the 0800 PTCL number for establishing a connection.You will most probably be answered on the first call.Now,try dialing their help line number 1218.See what happens.The worst part is that you cant even terminate the connection that easily.You see,PTCL is the company that serves us landline.Unlike any other dsl provider,if you screw around with it,it can cut off your phone line.And if you want to cut your connection or amend it,there is no door to door service.You have to go to their office and get it done.Please pass on this one.
Worldcall:
The best DSL provider in my opinion.Its not perfect,but its better then the competition.Sure,you pay 1100 rupees for a 512 kbps connection,but what you get with it is what every other connection lacks;Excellent customer service.I had been a loyal customer of worldcall for about 1 and a half year,but I felt like i should switch over to ptcl since they have better rates.Boy did i make a mistake.Worldcall provides consistent net speed on all times,though the connection might fluctuate in the rain or other weather connections.If you get any problem with the connection,the WC staff provides door to door service for you convenience.All in All a great connection.
Thats it from my side guys.Please note I was just stating a personal opinion and some may differ in their opinions.I tried to be as unbiased as possible but its hard,as these are based on my personal experiences.
Wi-tribe:
Wi-tribe is basically aimed at those who are young at heart.I had installed it for a month or so.The speed and customer dealing was nice but I was put off by the download limit which was imposed on the connections,and therefore I had to change it.I had the broadband installed,not the wireless.
Wateen:
Wateen is an OK connection,atleast for my area.The connection is consistent but the speed fluctuates.Customer service is good but they dont have any knowledge of their own connections and the technicians are the only ones that can help you if something goes wrong,not the helpline.I had it removed because of these reasons.I had it for a very brief period.
PTCL:
Believe me when I say Iam being as unbiased as I can,but this is my advice:stay away.The marketing department will get behind you until you are convinced to buy a connection,but upon buying,you are entering a trap which is very difficult to escape from.The connection will work fine and is really consistent,giving good browsing speeds.But torrent downloading speeds are extremely slow,and the service is screwey on wifi.It is a matter of luck,you will love ptcl until something goes wrong,but when it does,you are screwed.There is absolutely no customer service whatsoever from PTCL.Dont believe me?Here is a test;First,call the 0800 PTCL number for establishing a connection.You will most probably be answered on the first call.Now,try dialing their help line number 1218.See what happens.The worst part is that you cant even terminate the connection that easily.You see,PTCL is the company that serves us landline.Unlike any other dsl provider,if you screw around with it,it can cut off your phone line.And if you want to cut your connection or amend it,there is no door to door service.You have to go to their office and get it done.Please pass on this one.
Worldcall:
The best DSL provider in my opinion.Its not perfect,but its better then the competition.Sure,you pay 1100 rupees for a 512 kbps connection,but what you get with it is what every other connection lacks;Excellent customer service.I had been a loyal customer of worldcall for about 1 and a half year,but I felt like i should switch over to ptcl since they have better rates.Boy did i make a mistake.Worldcall provides consistent net speed on all times,though the connection might fluctuate in the rain or other weather connections.If you get any problem with the connection,the WC staff provides door to door service for you convenience.All in All a great connection.
Thats it from my side guys.Please note I was just stating a personal opinion and some may differ in their opinions.I tried to be as unbiased as possible but its hard,as these are based on my personal experiences.