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Internet providers in Chicago, IL

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AT&T
61% available in Chicago
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
5000Mbps

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T-Mobile Home Internet.
62% available in Chicago
Connection:
5G Home
Download speeds up to
245Mbps

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EarthLink
66% available in Chicago
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
5000Mbps

User Rating(110)

Fiber internet starting at $39.95

Hughesnet
99% available in Chicago
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
100Mbps

User Rating(422)

Free Professional Installation. Save $25/month for 12 months! Offer may vary by geographic area. Terms apply.

Viasat
99% available in Chicago
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
150Mbps
Astound Broadband
69% available in Chicago
Connection:
Cable & Fiber
Download speeds up to
1200Mbps
Xfinity
99% available in Chicago
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
2000Mbps

Enjoy Netflix, Peacock, and Apple TV+ for $15/month when added to your Xfinity Internet or Xfinity TV subscription.

Easy Internet Now
97% available in Chicago
Easy Internet Now
Connection:
DSL & Fiber
Download speeds up to
5000Mbps
Link not provided
Rise Broadband
99% available in Chicago
Rise Broadband
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
25Mbps

User Rating(75)
Link not provided
ConVergence Technologies, Inc.
37% available in Chicago
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
10Mbps
Upstream Network
45% available in Chicago
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
Urban Communications
72% available in Chicago
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
100Mbps
e-vergent
99% available in Chicago
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
60Mbps
Everywhere Wireless
99% available in Chicago
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
Comcast Business
99% available in Chicago
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps

User Rating(50)
AT&T Business
64% available in Chicago
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
5000Mbps
Earthlink Business
90% available in Chicago
Connection:
Fiber & Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
10000Mbps

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Hughesnet
99% available in Chicago
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
100Mbps

User Rating(422)

Free Professional Installation. Save $25/month for 12 months! Offer may vary by geographic area. Terms apply.

Viasat
99% available in Chicago
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
150Mbps
Astound Broadband
69% available in Chicago
Connection:
Cable & Fiber
Download speeds up to
1200Mbps
Easy Internet Now
97% available in Chicago
Easy Internet Now
Connection:
DSL & Fiber
Download speeds up to
5000Mbps
Link not provided
Rise Broadband
99% available in Chicago
Rise Broadband
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
25Mbps

User Rating(75)
Link not provided
ConVergence Technologies, Inc.
37% available in Chicago
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
10Mbps
Ooma
50% available in Chicago
Ooma
Connection:
Wireless LTE
Download speeds up to
100Mbps
Link not provided
Zayo Group
53% available in Chicago
Connection:
DSL, Fiber, Fixed Wireless & Other Copper Wireline
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
e-vergent
99% available in Chicago
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
60Mbps
Everywhere Wireless
99% available in Chicago
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
Urban Communications
99% available in Chicago
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
100Mbps
Mint
Available in Chicago
Connection:
Mobile
Mint
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Rating
Visible
Available in Chicago
Connection:
Mobile
Visible
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Rating
Tello Mobile
72% available in Chicago
Connection:
Mobile
Tello Mobile
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Rating
Xfinity Mobile
Available in Chicago
Connection:
Mobile
Xfinity Mobile
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Rating

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Verizon Wireless
66% available in Chicago
Connection:
Mobile
Verizon Wireless
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Rating
AT&T Wireless
100% available in Chicago
Connection:
Mobile
AT&T Wireless
5G Speeds may vary

User Rating

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 Chicago?

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Chicago with fiber speeds up to 5000 Mbps—that’s really fast, but probably more speed than you need. The Chicago area also has access to the smaller fiber internet service providers (ISPs) Upstream and Everywhere Wireless, each offering plans up to 1,000 Mbps. 

Chicago has two very fast cable ISPs for those that don’t have access to fiber. Xfinity is the fastest, with plans up to 1,200 Mbps. Xfinity came in at second in our fastest internet providers in 2022 analysis, higher than any other cable ISP.

ProviderMax speeds (download/upload)Internet typeView plans
AT&T5,000 Mbps/5,000 Mbps*Fiber, DSLView Plans
Xfinity1,200/35 MbpsCableView Plans
Astound BroadbandUp to 1,200/20 MbpsCable
EarthlinkUp to 5,000/5,000 MbpsFiber, DSLView Plans

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What is the cheapest internet provider in Chicago?

Astound Broadband is the cheapest major ISP in Chicago, with its 110 Mbps plan starting at $19.99 per month. Xfinity also offers affordable plans starting at $25, but its budget plan offers less than half the speed at just 50 Mbps. While we recommend going with Astound Broadband’s speeds if your can, both of these reliable cable internet plans offer good value.  

 

ProviderPriceMax speedsView plans
Astound Broadband$25.00/mo.*Up to 300 MbpsView Plans
Xfinity$25.00/mo.**200 MbpsView Plans
Viasat$30.00/mo.***12 MbpsView Plans
AT&T$55.00/mo.*****300 MbpsView Plans

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

**For 24 months. No term contract. Taxes not included. Includes $10/mo automatic payments and paperless billing discount.

***Offer available to new qualifying customers. One-time standard installation fee may be due at checkout. Minimum 24-month service term required. Equipment lease fee is $12.99/mo. Taxes apply. Service is not available in all areas. Offer may be changed or withdrawn at any time.

****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 Chicago

ProviderAvailable DealView on Provider’s Site
AT&T
  • Get six months of gig speed internet free from AT&T Fiber when you bundle with mobile phone service and buy a smartphone on an installment plan.

  • Get AT&T ActiveArmorSM advanced internet security and extended Wi-Fi coverage (if needed) with purchase of a 2 Gig or 5 Gig fiber internet plan.

  • Get gift card worth up to $150 when you order fiber internet online OR get a $50 gift card when you call in to order or use the code HOLIDAY50.
  • Get a Meta Quest 3S MR Headset for up to 50% off when you order AT&T Fiber.
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    Spectrum

    Get a three-year price lock when you sign up for a 500Mbps internet plan and bundle with two unlimited plus mobile lines and a TV plan.

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    EarthLink Get a gift card worth up to $200 when you sign up for Earthlink fiber internet.Get the Deal
    Xfinity Add Xfinity mobile and get $25 a month off internet faster than a gig. Also, get unlimited data and Wi-Fi equipment for 24 months.

    Also, get fast, reliable internet with Wifi equipment included for $25/mo for 2 years if you live in one of the following states- WI, MN, MO, KS, TX, CO, ID, UT, AZ, NM, CA, OR, WA only. Offer valid until 3/21.
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    Astound Broadband Get $75 off your internet bill for each friend you refer to Astound Broadband. No contracts required.

    Use the code 1FREE to get a free month of service and 50% off installation in some areas.
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    Hughesnet
  • Get a gift card worth $100 when you sign up for a Hughesnet home internet plan by Nov. 29.

  • Save up to $25 every month in your first year of service.

  • Get free professional installation, including Wi-Fi setup and device connection.
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    Viasat Get free professional installation (with credit qualification) when you sign up for a qualifying home internet plan.Get the Deal

    What are the fiber internet providers in Chicago?

    The main fiber internet provider in Chicago is AT&T, with fiber speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. Earthlink also provides fiber internet in Chicago, with symmetrical speeds up to 5,000 Mbps.

    The smaller fiber ISPs, Upstream and Everywhere Wireless also gigabit fiber internet plans in the Chicago area. 

    Fiber internet providers in Chicago

    • AT&T—Fiber speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
    • EarthLink—Fiber speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
    • Everywhere Wireless—Fiber speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
    • Upstream—Fiber speeds up to 1,000 Mbps

     

    Chicago residential internet coverage

    Most of the greater Chicago area has only two major options for broadband internet, but people living near the shoreline—either in the Hyde Park area or around Wrigley Field—will have a few more.

    The FCC (Federal Communications Commission) defines broadband as internet service with at least 25 Mbps download speed and at least 3 Mbps upload speed. Those speeds are enough for most internet activities, including streaming video or playing games online.

    (5/5)

     

    “My At&t internet service is fast and reliable and they have been more than generous in giving me good deals in pricing my service.”

    Willie Listenbee | Chicago, IL

    AT&T Customer

    2014-10-17

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    Based on the latest available census data, 100% of Chicagoans have access to broadband internet. AT&T and Xfinity offer broadband to most communities around Chicago. RCN and Atlantic Broadband also offer broadband internet service to some neighborhoods close to Lake Michigan.

    The provider WOW! also offers internet service in a few blocks around UIC (University of Illinois at Chicago) and in areas north of O’Hare or south of Midway, as well as some of the western suburbs. If these options don’t work for you, Viasat offers satellite internet service to nearly the entire Chicagoland area.

    Most of these providers also offer TV service, which means you can save when you bundle the two services together. Even AT&T, the major internet provider for much of Chicago, offers discounts when you bundle with DIRECTV.

    Highest-rated internet service providers in Chicago

    T-Mobile earned the highest ratings in our annual internet customer satisfaction survey, receiving the top ratings for price, customer service, and overall satisfaction. T-Mobile provides an excellent customer experience with a service that is extremely easy to set up, use, and maintain due to its wireless tech and thoughtful design. The plan and pricing are also very straightforward, with everything included for one flat rate ($50 per month) without any hidden fees or surprise costs; this explains why T-Mobile earned the highest price satisfaction scores we’ve ever seen for a national ISP.

    Xfinity also scored well in our customer satisfaction survey, having earned the top rating for speed for the second year in a row and a high overall satisfaction rating of 3.9 out of 5.

    Read more about internet providers in Chicago

    How expensive is high-speed internet?

    The average stand-alone internet service is around $50.00 per month and goes up to $60.00 per month after the promotional period.

    Read more about How expensive is high-speed internet?

    AT&T vs. Xfinity

    If you need a lot of speed for your large household, go with AT&T Fiber. Opt for Xfinity to get its widely available high speeds.

    Read more about AT&T vs. Xfinity

    AT&T vs Spectrum

    Choose AT&T Internet for easy setup and installation, and good pricing on gigabit plans. Choose Spectrum for simplified billing with fewer added fees.

    Read more about AT&T vs Spectrum

    How much speed do you need?

    Take a quick quiz to decide what speeds are best for your household

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Learn more about Easy Internet Now

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    Learn more about ConVergence Technologies, Inc.

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    Learn more about Urban Communications

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    Summary of Chicago internet providers

    Provider Type Download speeds up to User rating Order online
    AT&T Fiber 5000 Mbps 3.5/5 View Plans for AT&T
    T-Mobile Home Internet. 5G Home 245 Mbps 4.0/5 View Plans for T-Mobile Home Internet.
    EarthLink Fiber 5000 Mbps 4.0/5 View Plans for EarthLink
    Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps 3/5 View Plans for Hughesnet
    Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 3/5 View Plans for Viasat
    Astound Broadband Cable & Fiber 1200 Mbps 3.5/5 View Plans for Astound Broadband
    Xfinity Cable 2000 Mbps 3.5/5 View Plans for Xfinity
    Easy Internet Now DSL & Fiber 5000 Mbps 4.5/5
    Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 3.5/5
    ConVergence Technologies, Inc. Fixed Wireless 10 Mbps N/A View Plans for ConVergence Technologies, Inc.
    Upstream Network Fiber 1000 Mbps N/A View Plans for Upstream Network
    Urban Communications Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps N/A
    e-vergent Fixed Wireless 60 Mbps N/A View Plans for e-vergent
    Everywhere Wireless Fiber 1000 Mbps N/A View Plans for Everywhere 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.

    Customer reviews of internet providers in Chicago

    Fastnet Wireless, LLC

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    Missss W | 05-17-2024

    Very fast and simple to use it to pursue your own personal businesses

    Was this review helpful? Yes 2 No 0

    XFINITY

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    James L | 03-05-2024

    Best security and speed needed

    Was this review helpful? Yes 7 No 4

    XFINITY

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    Alexandr H | 11-12-2023

    Have no problems with this provider.

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