Entering your zip code to access our database of over 1,600 internet providers will give you the best idea of which providers are available where you live and give you the most accurate results.

From there, you can easily compare providers’ internet availability, speeds, features, customer reviews, expert ratings, and more.

Generally, cable internet providers don’t overlap in coverage, no matter where you look. DSL internet is widely available—even in rural areas—but it doesn’t offer much speed. Fiber internet is mainly available in densely populated areas. Satellite internet is available everywhere, but we don’t recommend it unless it’s your only option.

Enter your zip code above to see a comparison of the best internet providers available near you. Fiber providers are usually the best internet providers if they’re available in your area—if not, cable internet is a great alternative. Once you know what all your options are, look for fiber and cable internet providers first.

Fiber is the best internet connection you can get, offering symmetrical download and upload speeds and a reliable connection.  Fiber internet isn’t as available in a lot of areas, but if you can get a fiber plan we recommend it.

Cable internet uses the same coaxial cables used for cable TV, making it more widely available than fiber internet. Cable internet is capable of fast download speeds of up to 1,200 Mbps, and it’s very reliable.

If fiber or cable internet isn’t available in your area, fixed-wireless (like T-mobile’s 5G home internet) is your next best option.

Fixed-wireless brings internet service to your home using the same wireless technologies used by mobile devices. This internet type is split into 5G and 4G providers. We recommend you choose a 5G provider (like T-mobile or Verizon) as the service will be faster and more reliable than 4G fixed wireless internet service.

DSL internet is the slowest type of wired internet connection. It may occasionally reach speeds of up to 140 Mbps, but in many areas DSL may struggle to reach broadband speeds of 25 Mbps. DSL is faster and more reliable than satellite internet, but much slower than most cable and fiber internet plans. It’s widely available and there’s a good chance DSL internet is available in your neighborhood.

Try our speed test to find out how fast your internet is by clicking below. This test will measure your download and upload speeds, as well as other information like latency. You can compare your results to the maximum speed advertised with your internet plan.

You can also download our speed test app to run a test anywhere on your phone.

Download and upload speeds depend on which plan you choose. Download speeds can range between 75 to 5,000Mbps. A fiber plan will give you symmetrical speeds, while a cable plan offers higher download speeds over upload speeds.

Enter your zip code to narrow down which providers are in your area and then you can check out what plans are offered.

In general, internet plans range in price from $20 to over $100 a month. The price you pay depends on what’s available in your area and on a range of other factors,  including the internet plans and type of connection available to you. To find out what’s available in your area enter your zip code in the box above.

You can expect a monthly data cap of around 1 TB from internet providers that have them. Xfinity offers a little more data with 1.2 TB per month, while some providers don’t have them at all, like with Google Fiber, Spectrum, and CenturyLink.

See a full list of which internet providers have data caps and which don’t here.

Yes, many internet providers offer month to month plans that don’t require you to sign a year long contract.

Providers like AT&T, Verizon, Spectrum, T-Mobile all offer plans without year long contracts and you can cancel anytime.

The type of internet you choose will determine what equipment you need. Most internet connections require a router and cable internet will require a cable modem while DSL internet uses a DSL modem.

Many providers include the equipment needed or charge a rental fee. If you choose to buy your own you’ll want to make sure the equipment is compatible with your internet provider. Every internet provider should have a list of compatible modems and modem router combos listed on its website.

If you want to learn more, check out our in-depth information on modems.

Yes, most internet providers offer options to bundle internet with TV and phone services. Typically, providers offer incentives like discounts on your monthly bill when you bundle your internet with one or both of these. Veriozn, AT&T, Xfinity, and T-Mobile all offer bundling options.

To set up new internet service you’ll need to sign up with an internet service provider and choose a plan that best suits your internet needs.

Many internet providers offer a self-installation option or you can have a professional technician install internet service for you. You’ll also need the right equipment like a compatible modem and router.

These resources below will help guide you through choosing an internet provider and how to set up an internet connection.

• How to Choose an Internet Service Provider
• How to Set Up Your Internet
• What is a Good Download and Upload Speed

To find out what customers think of their internet providers service you can read our annual Customer Satisfaction Survey where we ask thousands of internet customers about their service to find out which providers are performing best. Customers rank their providers in categories like customer service, price, speed, and reliability.

It can take around 2 to 4 hours for a professional technician to install internet service. Professional installation also requires scheduling an appointment time, and usually there is an install fee. While it requires some more planning and investment, a professional installation is the most reliable way to get your internet services installed on time.

Yes, internet providers frequently offer discounts and bargains to lower the cost of your monthly bill. You can check out these internet deals for a comprehensive look at what internet providers are offering.

If your internet connection is slow or stopped working you can try restarting your modem and router. If your connection needs more than a reboot, then there could be other issues to consider. The reason you could be experiencing slower speeds could also be because of issues on your provider’s end, like your provider’s network is congested or because of your internet connection type.

AT&T, Verizon, and Google Fiber offer the best internet service if you want the fastest residential speeds. All three have plans reaching up to 2,000 Mbps in symmetrical speeds—AT&T goes even higher!

In terms of customer service, EarthLink has them all beat. It outranked all other providers in our annual customer satisfaction survey.

We use your zip code to show you all the best internet providers and deals in your area. We don’t save your information: your zip code is simply the easiest way to match you with the right internet providers from our database.

Our results come from a database of more than 1,200 internet providers across the United States. We define each coverage area by zip code to keep our database easily accessible.

Once you submit your zip code, our database generates a list of internet providers and their plans that are specific to that area. You can use that list to find the best internet plan and price for you.