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1. Hughesnet
99% available in 78709
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
100Mbps

User Rating(282)

New customers get $25 off per month their first year. Terms apply.

2. Ranch Wireless
90% available in 78709
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
25Mbps
1. Hughesnet
99% available in 78709
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
100Mbps

User Rating(282)

New customers get $25 off per month their first year. Terms apply.

2. Ranch Wireless
90% available in 78709
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
25Mbps
1. Mint
Available in 78709
Connection:
Mobile
Mint
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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2. Visible
Available in 78709
Connection:
Mobile
Visible
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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3. Verizon Wireless
Available in 78709
Connection:
Mobile
Verizon Wireless
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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4. T-Mobile
Available in 78709
Connection:
Mobile
T-Mobile
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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5. AT&T Wireless
Available in 78709
Connection:
Mobile
AT&T Wireless
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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What’s a good internet speed?

Take our quiz to find out how much internet speed you need. Or use our internet speed test to test your current speeds.

0–5 Mbps

Works for:

  • Checking email
  • Streaming music on one device
  • Searching on Google

5–40 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video on one device
  • Video calling with Skype or FaceTime
  • Online gaming for one player

40–100 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming HD video on a few devices
  • Multiplayer online gaming
  • Downloading large files

100–500 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video in UHD on multiple screens
  • Downloading files quickly
  • Gaming online for multiple players

500–1,000+ Mbps

Works for:

  • Doing a lot of almost anything

What is the fastest internet provider in Austin?

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Austin, with fiber internet speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. You can really take advantage of all that speed, too, since AT&T internet plans have no data caps. Google Fiber is another great high-speed fiber internet service provider (ISP) in Austin, which came in first place in our fastest internet providers in 2022 analysis.

Don’t worry if your area doesn’t have access to fiber infrastructure, as several cable ISPs offer gigabit (1,000 Mbps) internet plans in Austin as well. We particularly like Spectrum, as its plans have no data caps or term contracts.

ProviderMax speeds (download/upload)Internet typeView plans
AT&T5,000 Mbps/5,000 MbpsFiber, DSLView Plans
Google Fiber2,000 Mbps/2,000 MbpsFiberView Plans
Earthlink5,000 Mbps/5000 MbpsFiber, DSLView Plans
SpectrumUp to 1,000 Mbps/35 Mbps*Cable
Astound BroadbandUp to 1,200 Mbps/20 MbpsCable
OptimumUp to 8000 Mbps/8000 MbpsFiber, CableView Plans

*Wireless speeds may vary.

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What is the cheapest internet provider in Austin?

Astound Broadband is the cheapest internet provider in Austin—its 50 Mbps internet plan is priced at $19.99 per month. If you can afford to spend a little more, Astound Broadband’s Internet 300 has a lot more value and is only $25.99 per month. Another cheap cable ISP is Optimum—its 300 Mbps internet plan is priced  at $40 per month.    

The cheapest fiber internet in Austin is AT&T’s Internet 300 plan, which packs in 300 Mbps symmetrical speeds for $55 per month. 

ProviderPriceMax speedsView plans
Astound Broadband$25.00/mo.*Up to 300 Mbps
Optimum$35.00/mo.**Up to 300 MbpsView Plans
Spectrum$49.99/mo.***Up to 300 Mbps
AT&T$55.00/mo.****300 MbpsView Plans

*Regional price differences may apply. No contract required. 24 Month Internet Pricing. Equipment priced separately. Includes $5 discount for 12 months w/ ebill & autopay. Observed speeds may vary. Excludes surcharges and fees. New residential customers only.

**w/Auto Pay & Paperless Bill w/unlimited mobile plans. Terms apply. Not available in all areas.

***Wireless speeds may vary. Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. 

****Price after $5/mo Autopay & Paperless bill discount (w/in 2 bills). Plus taxes & fees. Monthly State Cost Recovery Charge in TX, OH, NV applies. One time install chrg may apply. Ltd. avail/areas. Call or go to www.fiber.att.com to see if you qualify. 

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Internet Deals and Promotions in Austin, TX

ProviderAvailable DealView on Provider’s Site
AT&T Get up to $150 in AT&T Visa® Reward Cards when you sign up for AT&T Fiber 1Gig+.Get the Deal
SpectrumGet a free Unlimited Mobile line for 12 months when you sign up for an internet plan with speeds of 300Mbps or faster.

Get a free mobile line with unlimited talk, text and data and free Advanced WiFi for enhanced network security when you sign up for Spectrum One Stream and get 300Mbps Spectrum Internet®. You can also get a free Xumo Stream Box when you add Spectrum TV®.
CenturyLink If you refer a new customer to CenturyLink services and they sign up, you and the new customer will both get a reward of up to $100.Get the Deal
T-Mobile Home Internet Get $150 Virtual Prepaid Mastercard®, which is good for three months of service, when you switch to T-Mobile. Also, get a free 5G Wi-Fi Gateway with free shipping.Get the Deal
Astound Broadband Get a 1-Year Internet Price Lock on 300 Mbps plan and a 2-Year Internet Price Lock on 600, 1000, 1500 Mbps plans.Get the Deal
EarthLink EarthLink's fiber plans include unlimited data without an extra fee.Get the Deal
Rise BroadbandGet an internet plan for as low as $25 a month for 12 months—no annual contract required.
Optimum Enter COZY50 during checkout to get $50 off your first month’s bill when you sign up for new internet service. Offer ends March 31, 2024.
Also, get up to a $300 Best Buy or Home Depot gift card or $300 gift of choice from Snappy
Get the Deal
Google Fiber Get the 1 Gig plan for $70 per month to have 1,000 Mbps speeds with no data caps and free installation.Get the Deal
Hughesnet Get a $100 Prepaid Card via rebate when you order a new unlimited data plan from Hughesnet. Terms apply and offer expires 2/29/24.Get the Deal
Viasat Get free installation when you sign up for a qualifying home internet plan.Get the Deal

What are the fiber internet providers in Austin?

Austin’s fiber internet providers are AT&T, Google Fiber, EarthLink, and Synergy Internet. AT&T and Synergy internet are the fastest, with symmetrical speeds up to 5,000 Mbps, but it’s very unlikely you actually need that much bandwidth. 

All of Austin’s fiber ISPs offer gigabit speeds (1,000 Mbps), which is enough speed for just about anybody. With any Austin fiber provider, you can expect fast symmetrical speeds, consistent performance, and high reliability. Without a doubt, fiber is the best kind of internet connection you can get.

 

Fiber internet providers in Austin

  • AT&T—Fiber speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
  • Google Fiber—Fiber speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
  • EarthLink—Fiber speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
  • Synergy Internet—Fiber speeds up to 5,000 Mbps

 

What is the best internet provider in Austin?

If you’re looking for ways to connect in the capital of Texas, Austin has several great choices for people shopping for internet service. AT&T and Spectrum both cover the majority of the downtown area and suburbs with solid speeds, while CenturyLink brings affordable options and fiber speeds to outlying areas. Austin is also a Google Fiber city, and coverage has been expanding rapidly into new neighborhoods over the last year.

For those who have a need for speed,  AT&T offers the fastest speeds with a 5,000 Mbps connection. Google Fiber offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. Spectrum speeds can reach up to 1,000 Mbps, which is more than fast enough for almost anything you can throw at it.

Both Spectrum and AT&T cover basically all of the Austin area, so finding an internet plan that works for you should be easy. CenturyLink availability is more limited—mostly in the far northeastern and southern parts of town—but it’s still a good option for people who live in those areas.

Summary of Austin internet providers

Provider Type Download speeds up to User rating Order online
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps 3/5 View Plans for Hughesnet
Ranch Wireless Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps N/A View Plans for Ranch Wireless

Availability and speeds displayed are not guaranteed and are subject to change.

Technology Type

DSL:

DSL provides internet service via phone cables and is up to ten times faster than dial-up service.

Cable:

Cable provides internet speeds faster than DSL through the same cables used for cable TV.

Satellite:

Satellite internet is widely available, but offers slower speeds due to a far-traveling signal.

Fiber:

Fiber relies on glass strands to relay digital code and is much faster than both DSL and cable.

Highest-rated internet providers in Austin

Google Fiber is by far the highest-rated internet provider in Austin. It ranked first in nearly every category in our customer satisfaction survey; however, Google Fiber wasn’t included in our report due to its small customer base compared to other national ISPs. T-Mobile also ranked high in the survey, earning the top spots for overall satisfaction, price, and customer service among national providers.

Spectrum received consistently high ratings in every category, especially speed, in which Spectrum scored a 4.0 out of 5.

CenturyLink placed near the bottom in most categories, but it’s worth noting that CenturyLink fiber customers gave great ratings. CenturyLink still provides DSL internet to many of its customers, likely leading to a lower overall score.

How much speed do you need?

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Spectrum vs. AT&T

We put Austin’s top providers to the test in this head-to-head comparison.

Read more about Spectrum vs. AT&T

Google Fiber vs. AT&T

We researched these top fiber providers to find the best option for your needs.

Read more about Google Fiber vs. AT&T

Cable vs. Fiber: Which Internet Type Is Right for You?

Both fiber and cable internet are common types of broadband internet, but which connection is right for you?

Read more about Cable vs. Fiber: Which Internet Type Is Right for You?

Austin residential internet coverage

AT&T in Austin

AT&T offers coverage for the entire downtown Austin area and the vast majority of suburbs. The only major gap is in the southwest area of Austin, past Restoration Ranch Airport.

View Plans for AT&T

 

Spectrum in Austin

Spectrum brings fast cable service to an even larger coverage area than AT&T. Service is available from North Austin and North Burnett all the way down to Sweetbriar. If AT&T doesn’t have a package that meets your needs, chances are good Spectrum will.

 

CenturyLink in Austin

CenturyLink provides service to outlying neighborhoods on the north side of town, including North Austin, North Lamar, and Windsor Hills. CenturyLink also covers the southwest area that AT&T misses, so if you live south of Ranch to Market Road, it may be a good option.

View CenturyLink Plans

 

Google Fiber in Austin

Google Fiber has been in Austin since 2014, but expansion has picked up in the last year. Google Fiber also recently introduced its 2 Gig internet plan to the area, offering speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. To keep up with the latest news, check out our information about the current Google Fiber Expansion.

View Plans for Google Fiber

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Featured customer reviews

AT&T

 

“The internet service isn’t bad as long as your on a Mobil device playing games or watch videos, or music downloads. But when I try to play online games like the last of us on my PS4 it always lags or tends to lose service especially if I have to use WiFi networking on my PS4 it horrible the service connection is lost about every 3 to 5 minutes, but if I use a lan line to connect into the modem to the PS4 the service isn’t that bad, just every once in awhile it will lag or lose connection.”

–Michael H.

Spectrum

 

“A young man named Devin at Spectrum came by to put in my internet and cable, and he was a perfect gentleman, polite and respectful! He even offered to help me move my furniture to get the television situated.”

–Joanie C.

CenturyLink

 

“I live in a rural community and finding stable service was challenging. Century Link was perfect. I have teenagers so needless to say connection is life!”

–Angela R.

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Austin internet FAQ

What’s the best internet provider in Austin?

Your best choices for internet providers are Google Fiber, AT&T and Spectrum. AT&T offers faster speeds (up to 5,000 Mbps) while Spectrum has better availability.

How much does internet cost in Austin?

AT&T Fiber prices in Austin range from $55.00 to $180.00 per month, while Spectrum Internet cable plans start at $44.99 per month with gigabit speeds for $89.99. CenturyLink packages range from $50.00 to $65.00 per month. Google Fiber starts at $70.00 per month for its 1 Gig plan.

Can I get fast internet at my ranch in Austin?

You bet you can. If none of the top landline providers in Austin offer coverage at your ranch location, you can always go for fixed wireless or satellite internet. There are many fixed wireless providers, including several local companies like Evolve Broadband, offering speeds up to 60 Mbps.

Viasat and HughesNet both offer satellite connections in Austin, with Viasat offering speeds up to 150 Mbps, depending on speed availability in your area.

Customer reviews of internet providers in Austin

Spectrum

Terry C | 08-10-2023

Worst ISP and company I've ever had the displeasure of being rules over by.

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Gil H | 04-23-2023

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Terrible inconsistent internet. The internet drops off 100% at random times and is often so slow that we are not able to use it. I moved to Austin 8 months ago. I have to call and complain 2-4 times a month about the same issue. I talked with the neighbors, they have the same complaint. It has been 8 months and Spectrum still has not fixed the problem. When I ask customer service about whether or not anything is being done to fix the issue they never give me a straight answer and we just wait till it goes off again and we call again. If I had another service to go to I would. I would tell anyone that had options to go with someone else to go with anyone but spectrum. I'm tired of spectrum and their inability to deal with the real problem.

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Derek W | 02-02-2023

These people are crooks. Been charging me an extra 40 bucks a month for the past 5 months. Glad I finally caught them. They will rob you be careful.

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