Hughesnet plans and pricing
We analyzed Hughesnet’s internet service for the best plans and deals.
Best for Budgets
Lite
$39.99/mo.*
for first 12 mos.
Speeds up to 25Mbps
(stated speeds are not guaranteed)
Best Overall
Elite
$64.99/mo.*
for first 12 mos.
Speeds up to 100Mbps
(stated speeds are not guaranteed)
Best for speed
Fusion
$94.99/mo.*
for first 12 mos.
Speeds up to 100Mbps
(stated speeds are not guaranteed)
Data as of 08/18/2025. Availability and speed may vary by location, and prices are subject to change. See disclaimers.
Hughesnet offers affordable satellite internet to rural areas that lack wired options like DSL or cable. Its pricing scheme is fairly straightforward. It also offers Fusion plans with smoother, low-latency internet for real-time applications.
Pros
Low-latency Fusion plans
Lower-priced satellite-only plans
Purchased data doesn’t expire
Cons
Lower speeds
Plan | Price | Download speed | Connection type |
---|---|---|---|
Lite | $39.99/mo.* for first 12 mos. | Up to 25Mbps (stated speeds are not guaranteed) | Satellite |
Select | $49.99/mo.* for first 12 mos. | Up to 50Mbps (stated speeds are not guaranteed) | Satellite |
Elite | $64.99/mo.* for first 12 mos. | Up to 100Mbps (stated speeds are not guaranteed) | Satellite |
Fusion | $94.99/mo.* for first 12 mos. | Up to 100Mbps (stated speeds are not guaranteed) | Satellite and wireless |
Data as of 08/18/2025. Availability and speed may vary by location, and prices are subject to change. See disclaimers.
Overall Rating: (3/5)
Service: 3.5/5 • Pricing: 3/5 • Speed: 3/5
(3/5) • Deb R
Unexplained data usage kept increasing for 4 years, and they have tried to keep up with competition by offering us better and better deals. Speeds are slower but pricing is a bit lower now and there is a data cap but now without contract or commitment.
(5/5) • Demaria P
I think this fusion internet rocks
(4/5) • William L
I have good service for where I am.
(3/5) • Fred C
it is out and in service depending on weather
Best plans
* Minimum term required and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.
All plans
* Minimum term required and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.