Scottsdale, AZ Internet
Internet Providers in Scottsdale, AZ
Compare every internet provider in Scottsdale, AZ: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedCox Communications is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 70% of the city, while its broader footprint is about 80%. Quantum Fiber is the fastest where available, with fiber speeds up to 2,000/1,000 Mbps reaching about 9% of the city; if it reaches your address, it is the faster choice. CenturyLink is the safe fallback where Cox does not reach, mostly DSL, with an overall footprint of about 84% and common DSL speeds up to 140 Mbps reaching about 12%.
The ZIP picture varies sharply: Quantum Fiber dominates 85252 and 85257, while Cox leads Old Town Scottsdale, DC Ranch, Gainey Ranch, and 85250. McCormick Ranch has a notable BAM Broadband fiber pocket, and Scottsdale Community College area ZIP 85256 is largely Saddleback Communications fiber, making student apartments worth checking carefully. Students should confirm reliable service for Zoom, streaming, and gaming, since some buildings can still be stuck on older DSL or copper lines. Fixed wireless from providers such as Verizon, T-Mobile, or Phoenix Internet can fill gaps, but coverage changes street to street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Scottsdale, AZ
Best plan here: Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig — faster than 91% of all internet options in Arizona
- Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 monthsCable2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$90Per month
- Go Beyond Fast – Fiber 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 monthsFiber2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$90Per month
- Go Super Fast 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 monthsCable1,000 MbpsDownload86Our score$70Per month
- Go Super Fast – Fiber 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 monthsFiber1,000 MbpsDownload86Our score$70Per month
- Go Even Faster – Fiber 500 Mbps$50/mo for 12 monthsFiber500 MbpsDownload84Our score$50Per month
- Go Even Faster 500 Mbps$50/mo for 12 monthsCable500 MbpsDownload84Our score$50Per month
- Fast 300 Mbps$55/mo for 12 monthsCable300 MbpsDownload73Our score$55Per month
- Fast – Fiber 300 Mbps$55/mo for 12 monthsFiber300 MbpsDownload73Our score$55Per month
Source: Cox Communications official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Scottsdale
Cox is a strong choice in Scottsdale, with its 2 Gig plans earning a 91/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 60. The fiber version is a top-tier option with up to 2000 Mbps download and 2000 Mbps upload, while the cable version is a solid option with up to 2000 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload. Address availability matters because the fiber 2 Gig plan reaches only about 1% of the city, so verify which technology is available at your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Cox Communications
Cox Communications is a strong option in Scottsdale, with excellent cable choices offering up to 2,000 Mbps and a Speed Score of 91/100, plus fiber plans that can provide up to 2,000 Mbps both ways. Cable plans are available to about 70% of the city, while fiber availability ranges from about 1% to about 16%, so check your address because the faster symmetrical fiber options are limited and cable upload speeds may be less suitable for heavy uploading or remote work.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber Internet (up to 940 Mbps) — faster than 85% of all internet options in Arizona
- Fiber Internet (up to 940 Mbps)Fiber940 MbpsDownload85Our score$75Per month
- CenturyLink Internet 100 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months (Paperless billing or prepay required; speed may not be available in your area)DSL100 MbpsDownload22Our score$55Per month
Source: CenturyLink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Scottsdale
CenturyLink is a top-tier option in Scottsdale, with a headline Speed Score of 85/100, above the city average of 60. Its Fiber Internet plan offers up to 940 Mbps download and 940 Mbps upload for $75 per month, but fiber is available to only about 11% of the city, so your address matters. Where fiber is unavailable, the 100 Mbps DSL plan has a Speed Score of 22/100 and limited performance compared with alternatives, making it worth checking other providers first.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About CenturyLink
CenturyLink is a strong choice only at addresses with its fiber service, which offers up to 940 Mbps both ways for $75 per month and is an excellent option, but it is available to only about 11% of Scottsdale. Elsewhere, its main fallback is DSL with up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload for $55 per month, so check for faster options first because that service may be limiting for modern households.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 2G — faster than 91% of all internet options in Arizona
- Fiber 2GFiber2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$70Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber940 MbpsDownload85Our score$80Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload84Our score$50Per month
Source: Quantum Fiber official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Scottsdale
Fiber is an excellent choice for low-latency browsing, streaming, gaming, and work, and Quantum Fiber’s Fiber 2G plan offers up to 2000 Mbps download and up to 1000 Mbps upload with a 91/100 Speed Score, above Scottsdale’s city average of 60. The plan is available to about 9% of Scottsdale, so confirm that this top-tier fiber option reaches your specific address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Quantum Fiber
Fiber is excellent for everyday internet, supporting streaming, video calls, gaming, and large downloads with fast, reliable service. Quantum Fiber offers up to 2000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload for $70 per month, with fiber coverage reaching about 9% of Scottsdale, while its up to 940 Mbps by 500 Mbps and up to 500 Mbps symmetrical plans are available to about 11%; availability depends on your address, so check whether one of these fiber options is offered at your home.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Saddleback Communications
Speeds up to 500 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 84% of all internet options in Arizona
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Scottsdale
The value of your monthly service depends on which technology is available at your address: fiber offers up to 500 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for an excellent Speed Score of 84/100, making it a top-tier option and competitive with Scottsdale’s 60 average. Copper service is limited to up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload with a 1/100 Speed Score, so consider checking other providers first if fiber is not available.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Saddleback Communications
The price for Saddleback Communications buys excellent value when the fiber plan is available, offering up to 500 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 84/100. Fiber reaches about 3% of census blocks here, so availability is highly address-dependent, while the fallback copper plan offers only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, which may not be sufficient for modern households; check for faster options at your address first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
BAM Broadband
Speeds up to 8,500 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Arizona
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Scottsdale
Homes with heavy streaming, gaming, or large uploads should consider BAM Broadband’s fiber plan, an excellent choice offering up to 8,500 Mbps both ways with a 99/100 Speed Score. Availability is address-dependent because this plan covers 1.9% of Scottsdale, so verify your address before relying on its top-tier performance.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About BAM Broadband
Power users, large households, and anyone working from home should consider BAM Broadband’s fiber plan, which offers up to 8,500 Mbps both ways and excellent performance for demanding streaming, gaming, and large uploads. Availability is very limited, reaching about 2% of Scottsdale census blocks, so check your address to see whether this top-tier fiber service is offered.
Available Plans
Fiber
Midvale Telephone Company
Speeds up to 400 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 84% of all internet options in Arizona
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Excellent
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Scottsdale
Up to 400 Mbps down and 400 Mbps up can comfortably support streaming, video calls, gaming, and multiple connected devices, making Midvale Telephone Company’s fiber plan an excellent choice with a Speed Score of 84/100. Fiber availability is highly address-dependent, so this top-tier option may not reach your home. Where fiber is unavailable, the 25/3 Mbps and 10/1 Mbps copper plans offer limited performance compared with alternatives, so consider checking other providers first.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Midvale Telephone Company
Up to 400 Mbps both ways on fiber is an excellent option for streaming, video calls, gaming, and multiple connected devices. Midvale Telephone Company also sells much slower copper plans, up to 25 Mbps down and 3 Mbps up or up to 10 Mbps down and 1 Mbps up, which may only handle basic browsing, so check your address for the fiber option first because it reaches about 0% of census blocks.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 73% of all internet options in Arizona
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload73Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Scottsdale
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless connection offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is suitable for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, though performance can vary with signal and network conditions. Its 5G Home plan has a Speed Score of 73/100, above Scottsdale’s city average of 60. Availability depends on your specific address, so confirm that this plan reaches your home before signing up.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is suitable for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, with good overall performance. It is available to about 71% of Scottsdale, but fixed wireless can vary by address and local conditions, so check your exact location before ordering and compare faster fiber or cable options if they are available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 84% of all internet options in Arizona
- T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload84Our score$45Per month
- T-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload84Our score$55Per month
- T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless400 MbpsDownload84Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Scottsdale
T-Mobile suits households that want strong everyday performance for streaming, work, and multiple connected devices, with plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 84/100, above Scottsdale’s city average of 60. Its fixed wireless service is a solid option, though performance can vary more than fiber or cable, and the 500 Mbps plans are available to about 63% of the city. Check your address carefully, since the best plan may not be available there and these offers require a qualifying postpaid voice bundle.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a good fit for households that want fast everyday internet and already have, or are willing to add, a qualifying postpaid voice line. Its fixed wireless plans offer up to 500 Mbps download and a strong 84/100 Speed Score, but the faster plans are available to about 63% of Scottsdale, so check your address before counting on them. The service is adequate rather than fiber or cable, and the required bundle and introductory pricing should factor into your decision.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Phoenix Internet Inc.
Speeds up to 25 Mbps
Plans range $50 /mo *
Best plan here: Wireless Internet 25/5 — slower than 94% of all internet options in Arizona
- Wireless Internet 25/5Fixed Wireless25 MbpsDownload6Our score$50Per month
Source: Phoenix Internet Inc. official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Adequate
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Scottsdale
At $50/mo, Phoenix Internet Inc. offers up to 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload over fixed wireless, a limited-performance value reflected in its 6/100 Speed Score, below Scottsdale’s city average of 60. Availability is address-specific, and this plan reaches 45.6% of Scottsdale, so households needing stronger real-world performance should check what other options are available at their address first.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Phoenix Internet Inc.
At $50 per month, Phoenix Internet Inc. offers up to 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload through fixed wireless, which is a fairly limited value for the speed and may handle basic browsing but struggle with heavier modern needs. The plan is available to about 46% of Scottsdale and has a Speed Score of 6/100, so check your address for faster alternatives before choosing it.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Triad Wireless LLC
Speeds up to 300 Mbps
Plans start at $49.95 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 73% of all internet options in Arizona
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Scottsdale
Fixed wireless can support everyday streaming, browsing, and video calls, with the Lbr Fixed Wireless plan offering up to 300 Mbps download and 200 Mbps upload. Its plan score of 73/100 is above Scottsdale’s average top speed score of 60, making it a competitive option, though fixed wireless can be more affected by signal and congestion than wired connections. Availability is limited to 13.0% of the city, so confirm that the plan reaches your specific address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Triad Wireless LLC
Fixed wireless can support everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, and Triad Wireless LLC’s Lbr plan offers up to 300 Mbps download and 200 Mbps upload with a good 73/100 Speed Score. Availability is limited to about 13% of Scottsdale’s census blocks, so check your address first, especially if you need consistently strong performance for multiple users or demanding work.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps — faster than 73% of all internet options in Arizona
- AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload73Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Scottsdale
At $40/mo for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 73/100 that is above Scottsdale’s city average of 60. Fixed wireless is an adequate option for everyday use, but performance can vary by location, so confirm availability at your address, since this plan reaches 63.8% of Scottsdale.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About AT&T
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers good value with up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, making it suitable for streaming, video calls, and typical household use. Its fixed wireless technology is adequate rather than top-tier, and availability covers about 64% of Scottsdale, so check your address first, especially if you need consistently strong performance for a busy household or demanding online activities.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Mojo Broadband
Speeds up to 50 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Slower than 85% of all internet options in Arizona
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Scottsdale
Households with basic browsing and light streaming needs may find Mojo Broadband’s fixed wireless service suitable, with its best plan offering up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload at a Speed Score of 15/100. Availability is highly address-specific, and because this performance is below Scottsdale’s average top speed score of 60, households needing faster or more consistent service should check what other options reach their address first.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Mojo Broadband
Mojo Broadband is best suited to a small household with basic browsing and light streaming that has limited alternatives, with fixed wireless plans topping out at up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload. Because availability is highly address-dependent and the provider reaches just 1.5% of Scottsdale, check for faster fiber or cable at your address first, since the 25/5 and 10/1 Mbps options may not be sufficient for modern needs.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 84% of all internet options in Arizona
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload84Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload22Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Scottsdale
Satellite service can provide broad access, but its higher latency may be noticeable for video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 84/100, above Scottsdale’s city average of 60, making it a competitive choice for many households. It is available to 100.0% of Scottsdale, though you should still confirm service at your exact address and check whether lower-latency options are available.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starlink
Satellite internet offers broad availability and, with Starlink’s Residential Max 400 Mbps plan, up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for streaming, video calls, and many connected devices. Starlink reaches about 100% of Scottsdale on each listed plan, but satellite latency can affect gaming and other real-time uses, so check whether a fiber or cable option is available at your address first; the 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans may be adequate for lighter use but are less compelling for busy households.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 83% of all internet options in Arizona
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload17Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload12Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Scottsdale
Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with the alternatives available in Scottsdale, with a headline Speed Score of 17/100 versus the city average of 60. Its Viasat Essentials plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability across 100% of Scottsdale, but satellite service can have higher latency and weaker real-world performance. Address-level availability still matters, so consider checking what other providers and technologies reach your home before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly an adequate fallback, not a first choice, because its satellite plans have below-average Speed Scores and limited satellite performance. Viasat Essentials is the faster option at up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99, so check your address for faster cable or fiber service first if you need reliable streaming, gaming, or multiple connected devices.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 78% of all internet options in Arizona
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload22Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload15Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload6Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Scottsdale
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet Fusion buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 22/100 Speed Score signals limited value for the price. Satellite service can have higher latency, and Fusion scores below Scottsdale’s city average of 60, so consider checking other providers first for stronger real-world performance. Fusion is listed as available to 100.0% of Scottsdale, though your exact address should still determine which options are offered.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
HughesNet costs $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $49.99 to $119.99, but the available satellite plans offer only up to 25, 50, or 100 Mbps download and are below average for speed. It can work for basic browsing and modest household use, but check your address for faster fiber or cable options first, since satellite service can be limiting for modern needs even though each HughesNet plan reaches 100% of Scottsdale.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Internet Provider Reviews in Scottsdale, AZ
We read 387 recent Google reviews of Scottsdale listings for Cox and CenturyLink and sorted each one by what it is about. Store visits and phone-plan reviews are set aside.
What Cox customers report
Outages
Very poor
21% mention
Speed
Very poor
8% mention
Billing
Very poor
23% mention
Support
Poor
52% mention
Installation
Mixed
10% mention
Equipment
Mixed
22% mention
Cancelling
Very poor
5% mention
“Super happy they git me an internet modem since UPS lost mine in delivery.. so I ll have hot fast inter webs for the holiday eeekend…and give me a Free cel. Phone a17 Samsung and service for a year!! Cox rox!!”
“I legit hate Cox. For months I’ve been paying for speeds that Cox isn’t providing. I pay for 300 Mbs per second but I only receive 100 Mbs per second. They’ve come out multiple times but can’t figure out the problem so they just keep charging me for speeds they’re not providing instead of solving the problem.”
What CenturyLink customers report
Outages
Very poor
42% mention
Speed
Very poor
19% mention
Billing
Very poor
19% mention
Support
Very poor
68% mention
Installation
Very poor
22% mention
Equipment
Very poor
6% mention
Cancelling
Very poor
13% mention
“Have a technician appt today between 9:40 and 1:40. It's now 1:45 and haven't heard anything. You can't even talk to a real person to inquire about the issue.”
Reviews are shown exactly as posted on Google and link to the listing they came from. Star averages and counts are Google’s; the service rating and the subject grades are our reading of each review, refreshed monthly. How we do this.
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Scottsdale
All 27 product lines from the 10 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 27 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload84Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Cox CommunicationsGo Beyond Fast 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 months2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$90Per month~70%CoverageCable
- Cox CommunicationsGo Super Fast 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 months1,000 MbpsDownload86Our score$70Per month~70%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Cox CommunicationsGo Even Faster 500 Mbps$50/mo for 12 months500 MbpsDownload84Our score$50Per month~70%CoverageCable
- T-MobileT-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard400 MbpsDownload84Our score$35$50Per month~62.8%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload84Our score$45$60Per month~62.8%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload84Our score$55$70Per month~62.8%CoverageFixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload73Our score$60Per month~71.2%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- Cox CommunicationsFast 300 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months300 MbpsDownload73Our score$55Per month~70%CoverageCable
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Scottsdale
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Cox cable up to 2,000 Mbps where its approximately 70% city coverage reaches your address.
Its cable tiers support multiple users and are broadly available across Scottsdale.
Check first: Confirm cable availability and upload speeds at your exact address before ordering.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Quantum Fiber up to 2,000/1,000 Mbps if its approximately 9% footprint reaches your address.
Fiber offers the strongest listed upload performance, including in parts of ZIP 85252.
Check first: Quantum Fiber's fastest tier is limited to about 9% of Scottsdale.
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Start with Quantum Fiber where fiber is available near campus-heavy areas.
Shared apartments need stable upload and download performance for Zoom, streaming, and concurrent device use.
Check first: Confirm your exact building is wired for the advertised plan tier before ordering.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Prioritize Cox Communications for broad coverage, then compare upload speeds against CenturyLink at your address.
Consistency and upload speed matter more than peak download claims during work hours.
Check first: Check installation lead times and modem/router fees before choosing a plan.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Scottsdale
Old Town Scottsdale 85251
Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for High-speed cable availability.
Cox reaches about 53% of ZIP 85251 with 2,000 Mbps cable, while Quantum Fiber reaches about 28% with 2,000/1,000 Mbps.
DC Ranch 85255
Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for Broadband household coverage.
Cox's largest ZIP 85255 entry reaches about 57% with 2,000 Mbps cable.
McCormick Ranch 85258
Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for Cable speed and choice.
Cox reaches about 42% of ZIP 85258 with 2,000 Mbps cable, while BAM reaches about 17% with 8,500/8,500 Mbps fiber.
ZIP 85252
Quantum Fiber is currently the strongest option for Fiber upload performance.
Quantum Fiber reaches about 82% of ZIP 85252 with 2,000/1,000 Mbps service.
Internet providers near Scottsdale
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Scottsdale, check the neighboring market directly.
Scottsdale Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Scottsdale, AZ?
Cox Communications is the best overall provider, with 2,000 Mbps cable reaching about 70% of Scottsdale. Quantum Fiber is faster where available, offering 2,000/1,000 Mbps fiber to about 9% of the city, so check your address before choosing.
What is the fastest internet in Scottsdale, AZ?
Quantum Fiber is fastest where available, offering 2,000/1,000 Mbps fiber to about 9% of Scottsdale. Cox Communications is the best overall choice, with 2,000 Mbps cable reaching about 70% of the city.
Which internet provider covers the most of Scottsdale, AZ?
CenturyLink has the broadest non-satellite footprint, covering about 84% of Scottsdale, mostly with DSL. Satellite providers are available everywhere, but CenturyLink is the broadest wired backup when Cox does not reach your address.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Scottsdale, AZ?
T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps is the cheapest plan at a promotional $35/mo for 400 Mbps, reaching about 63% of Scottsdale. The rate requires a qualifying credit, postpaid wireless line, and new Internet line, and becomes $50/mo after 12 months.
Can I get fiber internet in Scottsdale?
Six listed providers offer fiber in Scottsdale, with Quantum Fiber reaching about 11% overall and Cox fiber reaching about 16% with its 1 Gig tier. Fiber availability is address-specific, with especially strong Quantum coverage in ZIP 85252.
What internet speed do I need in Scottsdale?
A 100 Mbps plan reaches about 33% of Scottsdale through CenturyLink and supports ordinary browsing, video calls, and smaller households. Larger households should check 1,000 Mbps or faster tiers, but each provider's speed has its own limited coverage.
What internet providers are available in Old Town Scottsdale?
Cox Communications reaches about 53% of ZIP 85251 with 2,000 Mbps cable, while Quantum Fiber reaches about 28% with 2,000/1,000 Mbps fiber. Check your Old Town Scottsdale address because ZIP-level percentages do not guarantee service at every property.
How We Analyze Internet in Scottsdale
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
A state-wide percentile of each plan’s maximum advertised download speed against every option filed with the FCC in the state, all technologies on one scale. It is not a measured speed test.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Scottsdale report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Scottsdale
How We Calculate Speed Score
The Speed Score is a state-wide percentile from 0 to 100. It answers one question: of every internet option filed with the FCC in this state, across every technology, what share is slower than this plan’s maximum advertised download speed?
What goes in:
- The plan’s maximum advertised download speed, as the provider files it with the FCC and lists it for sale.
- Every other serviceable option in the state from the FCC Broadband Data Collection, counted by the census blocks it reaches.
Speed Score = share of the state’s filed options with a lower advertised download speed
A score of 85 means this plan’s advertised speed beats 85% of the options filed in the state. Fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite are all on the same scale, so a 1,000 Mbps plan scores the same whoever sells it.
What it is not: a measured speed test. It does not include latency, upload speed, reliability or congestion. Real throughput at an address varies with wiring, equipment and time of day.
How providers are ordered on this page: each provider’s tier scores are averaged across the census blocks it serves, then multiplied by the share of the city it reaches. Wired providers rank ahead of wireless-only ones, and satellite last, because their filings describe a signal footprint rather than a plant. The same rule sets the title and the 30-second verdict.
Data source: FCC National Broadband Map (Broadband Data Collection), republished roughly twice a year; provider plan lists checked monthly.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.