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From there, you can easily compare providers’ internet availability, speeds, features, customer reviews, expert ratings, and more. With over 1,600 high-speed internet providers to choose from, you’re sure to find the best internet option in your neighborhood.
What are the best internet providers?
The best internet provider in your area depends on what’s available where you live. We’ll show you all your internet service options and how they compare when you enter your zip code.
Every zip code in the U.S. has a limited number of internet providers. Those internet providers usually include one or two cable or fiber internet providers with high-speed internet, one or two DSL providers with slower download speeds, and a few satellite internet providers to fill the provider coverage gaps.
The best way to see what’s available in your area is to enter your zip code above to receive a personalized list. After that, you can find an internet plan with the right speed and price for you.
How to find the best internet provider in your area
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.
Best cable internet providers
Cable internet uses the same coaxial cables used for cable TV, making it more widely available than fiber internet. Cable internet is capable of blazing-fast download speeds, 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.
Best fixed-wireless internet providers
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.
Best DSL internet providers
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. That makes DSL faster than dial-up and more reliable than satellite internet, but much slower than most cable and fiber internet plans. It’s commonly available in rural areas as well as more densely populated areas. There’s a good chance DSL internet is available in your neighborhood.
If there’s no DSL, cable, or fiber internet in your area, wireless internet is likely your only option.
Best rural internet providers
4G LTE home internet is a wireless home internet alternative if you live within cell range. If not, Viasat and HughesNet offer nationwide internet coverage with satellite internet.
Not every internet provider will offer home internet in your area. Enter your zip code below to see which internet providers and internet plans are available to you.
The best internet providers at a glance
Many internet providers deliver good service with wide availability across the country. Most likely, only one or two of these providers are available where you live, but this list of national providers is a great place to start your search.
- Xfinity — Great speeds and wide availability
- EarthLink — Best customer satisfaction
- Frontier — Affordable fiber plans
- AT&T — Best promotional deals
- Verizon Fios — Best fiber options
- Spectrum — Simple packages and wide availability
- CenturyLink — Great fiber value
- Optimum — Great reliability
- Cox Communications — Excellent customer service
- Viasat — Great data options and value for satellite internet
- HughesNet — Affordable satellite internet plans
- Starlink — Emerging satellite provider
- Astound Broadband — Low-cost internet options
- Optimum, Xfinity — Most commonly bundled plans
This list is based on combined insights gained from customer feedback, speed test data, and our annual customer satisfaction survey results.
Which internet provider has the cheapest internet?
Xfinity has the cheapest internet overall for most households nationwide—and it’s a true bargain, with its cheapest plans coming in at $25-$30 per month depending on where you live. Suddenlink and Mediacom are also well known for budget internet options.
See our guide to cheap internet for more details on affordable internet and Wi-Fi.
- Xfinity — 75 Mbps for $30.00/mo. (for the first 12 mos. with a 1-year agreement; requires enrollment in automatic payments and paperless billing. Regional price differences may apply.)
- Frontier — 500 Mbps fiber internet for $49.99/mo. w/Auto Pay & Paperless Bill (per month for 12 mos. One-year agreement, early termination fee, and one-time charge apply. Max speeds are wired. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds vary.)
- Cox Communications — 100 Mbps for $49.99/mo. (for the first 12 mos. with a 1-yr. agreement)
- WOW! — 100 Mbps for $19.99/mo. (with AutoPay & paperless billing. Equipment, taxes and fees extra. $20 Off for 12 Months on Regular Rate of $39.99.)
- Verizon Fios — 300 Mbps for $49.99/mo. (with autopay and taxes and equipment charges)
- Xtream Powered by Mediacom — 100 Mbps for $19.99/mo. (for the first 12 months. Plus, activation, installation and monthly modem rental fees.)
- Optimum — 300 Mbps for $30.00/mo. (w/Auto Pay & Paperless Bill plus taxes with unlimited mobile plans. Terms apply. Not available in all areas.)
- Spectrum — Up to 300 Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) for $49.99/mo for 12 mos. (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.)
- CenturyLink — Up to 200 Mbps for $30.00/mo. (Speed may not be available in your area. Paperless billing required. Taxes and fees apply. Offer Details. Online ONLY. Free Modem.)
Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Prices listed are introductory and may require a contract.
This list shows some of the most popular internet service providers (ISPs) nationwide, but we have information on over 1,600. So, just because you don’t see a provider listed here doesn’t mean you won’t find it on our site. Just enter your zip code to see ISPs near you.
More about the best internet service providers
| Provider | Customer rating* | Max download speed | Internet type | Cheapest plan | Get it |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7 | 1,200 Mbps | Cable | $30.00/mo. | View Plans for Xfinity |
 | 4.4 | 2,000 Mbps | Fiber | $70.00/mo. | |
 | 3.7 | 5,000 Mbps | Fiber, DSL, fixed wireless | $55.00/mo. | |
 | 3.9 | 2,000 Mbps | Fiber, DSL, 5G home internet | $49.99/mo. | |
| 4.0 | 5,000 Mbps | Fiber, DSL, fixed wireless | $49.99/mo. | View Plans for EarthLink |
| 3.6 | 940 Mbps | Fiber, DSL | $30.00/mo. | View Plans for CenturyLink |
| 3.5 | 940 Mbps | Fiber, DSL | $39.99/mo. | View Plans for Windstream |
| 3.5 | 2,000 Mbps | Fiber, DSL | $49.99/mo. w/Auto Pay & Paperless Bill | View Plans for Frontier |
| 3.4 | 5,000 Mbps | Cable, fiber | $30.00/mo. | View Plans for Optimum |
| 3.7 | 1,000 Mbps (wireless speeds may vary)** | Cable | $49.99/mo. for 12 mos. | View Plans for Spectrum |
| 3.6 | 1,000 Mbps | Cable | $49.99/mo. | View Plans for Cox Communications |
 | 3.6 | 1,000 Mbps | Cable | $19.99/mo. | |
| 3.6 | 1,000 Mbps | Cable | $19.99/mo. | View Plans for Mediacom |
| 3.7 | 1,000 Mbps | Cable | $39.00/mo. | View Plans for Sparklight |
 | 3.5 | 940 Mbps | Cable, fiber | $14.99/mo. | |
 | 3.1 | 25 Mbps | Satellite | $54.99/mo. | |
 | 3.1 | 100 Mbps | Satellite | $30.00/mo. |
Data as of 8/1/22. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
*Results based on a five (5) point system used in our annual customer satisfaction survey.
** Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
***$10 off for 6 months. 24 mo. commitment required. Pricing not available in all areas. Offer valid 6/31/22-8/31/22
Data via the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and other sources.
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