Head-to-head
Lisbon vs Porto
Lisbon takes the overall NomadX Score, Porto is cheaper, Lisbon has faster wifi. Full breakdown below.

88

85
Score breakdown
| Metric | Lisbon | Porto |
|---|---|---|
| NomadX Score | 88 | 85 |
| Cost | 62 | 72 |
| Internet | 90 | 88 |
| Community | 95 | 82 |
| Visa friendliness | 88 | 88 |
| Weather & livability | 90 | 82 |
| Monthly cost (USD) | $2,400/mo | $1,900/mo |
| Median internet | 180 Mbps | 160 Mbps |
| Continent | Europe | Europe |
| Climate | mediterranean | mediterranean |
Lisbon
Cost62
Internet90
Community95
Visa friendliness88
Weather & livability90
Porto
Cost72
Internet88
Community82
Visa friendliness88
Weather & livability82
Scores are editorially maintained by the NomadX team. Data reflects our on-the-ground research plus community feedback. Last updated July 2026.
