Internet Service Provider Review of Los Angeles
Frontier’s fiber network outpaces the competition in Southern California
Oct 31, 2025 | Share 
Annual Review, Data and Research, Featured
Los Angeles has an excellent roster of internet providers: AT&T and Frontier’s blazing-fast fiber, Spectrum’s solid cable internet, and T-Mobile and Verizon’s ultra-convenient 5G home internet services. But which internet service provider (ISP) is the best in Los Angeles? Which is the fastest? Which is right for you?
We took a close look at the Los Angeles area’s ISPs to help customers decide which service they should choose. After comparing providers using real-world performance data from speed tests, a regional customer survey, and a thorough pricing analysis, Frontier rose to the top as the area’s prime internet service.
2026 Los Angeles Internet Awards
Best Overall
Frontier’s superb network performance and unrivaled plan value crown it as the best internet provider in Los Angeles.
Best Value
As Los Angeles’s Best Value ISP, Frontier’s internet plans offer equal or better value compared to the competition at lower rates.
Fastest
Frontier is the fastest ISP in Los Angeles, according to over 80,000 unique speed test results.
Customer’s Choice
Verizon’s 5G Home Internet received the best customer feedback from a Los Angeles survey of over 1,200 internet customers. Verizon customers gave the highest ratings in every category.
Most Trusted
Verizon 5G Home Internet received the best customer trust ratings.
Easiest Switch
Verizon 5G Home Internet customers had the easiest time switching their internet service.
Methodology
Our methodology uses three proprietary datasets to determine ISP quality: performance data gathered from the HighSpeedInternet.com speed test, pricing data from our internet plan index, and customer survey data from our annual surveys.
See our detailed methodology for a breakdown on exactly how we determine the best ISPs for each region.
Why Frontier is the Best Overall in Los Angeles
The top provider in an area is often a close call, but not in Los Angeles. When we summed up all the data, Frontier kept showing up on top. It has the best real-world performance with the fastest average speeds in the area. Its plans are the best, delivering every bit of value as the other guys but at a much cheaper price. On top of that strong foundation, Frontier pushes in even further with customer-friendly policies and a powerful fiber network. This is easily the best internet provider in Los Angeles.
“I have not one complaint about Frontier. Haven’t gotten one interruption. The service is reasonably priced. Incredibly happy.”
—Frontier customer
Norwalk, CA
What LA and SoCal customers are saying about Frontier:
“Service is good, and the price is right.”
—Frontier customer
Huntington Beach, CA
“It’s actually one of the best service providers I’ve experienced.”
—Frontier customer
Los Angeles, CA
“Great service. It is fast and never goes out.”
—Frontier customer
Apple Valley, CA
“I love Frontier because I have a full house of people that do everything from streaming to gaming in my household, and I have never had any slow connection problems. I would tell a potential customer to choose Frontier; you will not be disappointed with their service.”
—Frontier customer
San Bernadino, CA
Why Frontier is the Best Value in Los Angeles
Frontier stands firmly as the top provider for internet plan value. There are plenty of good deals in LA, but nothing like Frontier’s fiber plans. The lowest rates, excellent speeds, and lenient and budget-friendly policy all come together to deliver another win for Frontier. The details in the internet plan table below tell the story plainly, comparing each of LA internet providers’ best answers to Frontier’s popular mid-tier fiber plan.
“I love how fast their services are and their cheap prices.”
—Frontier customer
Hemet, CA
Best value internet plans in Los Angeles
| Plan | Price | Speed | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier Fiber 500 | $44.99/mo.* | 500Mbps | |
| Spectrum Internet® Premier | $50/mo.† for 1 year | 500Mbps (wireless speeds may vary) | |
| AT&T Fiber Internet 500 | $65/mo.‡ | 500Mbps | |
| Verizon 5G Home Plus | $60/mo.§ | 500Mbps | |
| T-Mobile Rely Home Internet | $50/mo.|| | 415Mbps |
Data as of 10/27/2025. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. See disclaimers.
No other internet plan in Los Angeles delivers the same complete package of speed, value, and perks as Frontier’s Fiber 500 internet plan. At only $44.99 per month, we’d qualify it as a budget-tier internet plan, but the specs are anything but budget-tier. That’s enough internet speed for medium to large households to stream, game, and download away without much consideration for bandwidth. And with the unlimited data, there’s no counting gigabytes or worrying about overage charges.
“I love it, great price, and [the] speeds are good.”
—Frontier customer
Downey, CA
The cherry on top is all the internet goodies that come with being on a fiber internet plan like Frontier’s, like second-to-none reliability, symmetrical speeds, and low-latency for fast and responsive video calls and gaming. If you’re looking for the ideal internet plan for the average household, Frontier’s Fiber 500 plan is it.
“My experience has been good so far. I’ve gotten great deals, and I would suggest anyone looking for great service call Frontier.”
—Frontier customer
Beverly Hills, CA
Which internet provider can you get in Los Angeles?
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Why Frontier is the Fastest in Los Angeles
Frontier customers benefit from the fastest average speeds in Los Angeles, according to over 83,000 unique speed test results. At over 20Mbps faster than the nearest competitor, Frontier is the undisputed speed champion of LA by a large margin.
“I love the service, and the internet speeds are great. I highly recommend them.”
—Frontier customer
La Habra, CA
Being the fastest provider in an area is harder than slapping together an absurdly fast plan that only a handful of customers can get. The only way an ISP gets an HSI speed award is by having an entire customer base enjoying the fastest speeds on average. Frontier accomplishes this by making fast plans available and affordable for many of its customers.
“I love it. It is [a] fast and reliable service.”
—Frontier customer
Norwalk, CA
Why Verizon is the Customer’s Choice in Los Angeles
In our 1,250 customer survey in Los Angeles, Verizon’s 5G Home Internet received the highest ratings in every single category, making this LA’s most popular internet option. Whether it’s the ultimate convenience of wireless 5G or the outstanding performance that Verizon networks are known for, Verizon clearly has the happiest customers in LA.
Verizon customers gave the highest ratings for speed, reliability, customer service, and overall satisfaction. But that’s not all, Verizon shone bright through other very important customer sentiments as well.
Why Verizon is the Most Trusted in Los Angeles
We didn’t just ask customers how their internet performs, but also how each provider treats its customers. Verizon 5G Home Internet customers gave the highest trust rating. Taking a look at some of the other survey data points may reveal why.
“I love Verizon and stand by their service.”
—Verizon customer
Long Beach, CA
Customer reliability rating
| Provider | Reliability rating |
|---|---|
| Verizon 5G Home Internet | 4.47 |
| AT&T | 4.33 |
| T-Mobile 5G Home Internet | 4.3 |
| Frontier | 4.27 |
| Spectrum | 4.08 |
Customers trust their ISP when they can count on steady service around the clock. And when it comes to keeping the router lights on, Verizon does it best. If there’s anything Verizon is known for across all its services, it’s reliability, making it no surprise that Verizon produced the highest reliability ratings among Los Angeles customers.
“Verizon is a very reliable service. Been with this service for years, and I love it.”
—Verizon customer
Los Angeles, CA
Why Verizon is the Easiest Internet Switch in Los Angeles
Looking for the easiest internet to get in LA? According to the customers, Verizon is the way to go. Its 5G home internet has the unique ability to run without any networking cables attached to your home, meaning customers typically can do the entire process on their own once they have their equipment.
But if that’s not your style, don’t fret, as Verizon has techs and support staff at the ready if you’d prefer some help getting your services online. Perhaps it’s this increased flexibility that makes Verizon’s internet setup the easiest in Los Angeles.
“It’s a good and reliable fast-speed internet. They provide good customer service. Also, easy setup you can do yourself.”
—Verizon customer
Pomona, CA
Disclaimers
* w/ Auto Pay & Paperless Bill. Max wired speed 500/500 Mbps. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds vary. One-time charges apply.
† Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Capable modem required for all Gig speeds. For a list of capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2025 Charter Communications, all rights reserved.
‡ Price includes $10/mo. discount when you sign up for paperless billing and AutoPay with a debit card or bank account. Or $5/mo. with a credit card.
§ Price per month with Auto Pay & without select 5G mobile plans. Consumer data usage is subject to the usage restrictions set forth in Verizon’s terms of service; visit: https://www.verizon.com/support/customer-agreement/ for more information about 5G Home and LTE Home Internet or https://www.verizon.com/about/terms-conditions/verizon-customer-agreement for Fios internet.
|| w/AutoPay. Guarantee exclusions like taxes and fees apply.
Author - Austin Aguirre
Austin worked as a broadband technician installing and troubleshooting countless home internet networks for some of the largest ISPs in the U.S. He became a freelance writer in 2020 specializing in software guides. After graduating with a BS in technical communication from Arizona State University, he joined the team at HighSpeedInternet.com where he focuses on home network improvement and troubleshooting.
Editor - Jessica Brooksby
Jessica loves bringing her passion for the written word and her love of tech into one space at HighSpeedInternet.com. She works with the team’s writers to revise strong, user-focused content so every reader can find the tech that works for them. Jessica has a bachelor’s degree in English from Utah Valley University and seven years of creative and editorial experience. Outside of work, she spends her time gaming, reading, painting, and buying an excessive amount of Legend of Zelda merchandise.
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