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Shop and compare 9 internet providers for Long Beach, CA
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Long Beach, CA, your best bet is Frontier, covering ~76% of the city with speeds up to 7,000 Mbps. That fastest fiber tier reaches ~54% of the city, so the 7,000 Mbps ceiling is not available across every address in Frontier’s ~76% footprint. Belmont Shore (90803) is a standout, with Frontier fiber covering 92.5%, while 90804 reaches 91.8% on that tier. Bixby Knolls (90807) splits between Frontier fiber at 43.2% with speeds up to 7,000 Mbps and 41.5% with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps, while Wrigley (90806) is mostly 57.9% at up to 5,000 Mbps versus 32.1% at up to 7,000 Mbps. East Village (90802) has Frontier fiber at 58.6%, while the Long Beach City College area (90808) gets 87.8% at up to 5,000 Mbps and 5.4% at up to 7,000 Mbps. Students at California State University, Long Beach and Long Beach City College should check apartments carefully, since older copper can affect Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Spectrum is the broadest wired option, reaching ~90% by cable with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. Fixed wireless can be a practical budget alternative, but coverage changes street to street, so confirm the exact address and technology.
Best plan here: Fiber 7 Gig — faster than 99% of all internet options in California
- Fiber 7 GigFiber7,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$109.99Per month
- Fiber 5 GigFiber5,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$89.99Per month
- Fiber 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$64.99Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$49.99Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload80Our score$29.99Per month
- Fiber 200Fiber200 MbpsDownload80Our score$29.99Per month
Source: Frontier official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Long Beach
Frontier’s 99/100 headline Speed Score represents up to 7000 Mbps download and 7000 Mbps upload, enough for multiple 4K streams, low-latency gaming, and heavy simultaneous use. Its fiber service is a top-tier option and scores above the Long Beach city average of 68. Fiber 7 Gig is available to 54.2% of the city, so check your address to confirm this fastest plan reaches you.
About Frontier
Frontier’s Fiber 7 Gig offers up to 7000 Mbps both ways, making it excellent for large downloads, 4K streaming, remote work, gaming, and many connected devices at once. Fiber 7 Gig is available to 54.2% of Long Beach, while the Fiber 5 Gig, 2 Gig, 1 Gig, 500, and 200 plans reach 75.0%, so Frontier is a strong choice where its fiber network serves your address, but you should confirm availability before signing up.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Best plan here: Internet Gig — faster than 90% of all internet options in California
- Internet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/moCable1,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/moCable500 MbpsDownload80Our score$40Per month
- Internet AdvantageCable100 MbpsDownload58Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Long Beach
With up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, Spectrum’s Internet Gig plan can support streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices, earning a 90/100 Speed Score above Long Beach’s city average of 68. This is a reliable cable option for most households, and the plan is available to 90.1% of the city, though availability and performance depend on your specific address.
About Spectrum
Up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload on cable is excellent for busy households, supporting 4K streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices, while the 500 Mbps plan is also a strong choice. The gig plan is available to 90.1% of Long Beach, but availability is address-dependent, so check your exact address and consider the 100 Mbps option mainly for lighter everyday use.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 87% of all internet options in California
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload87Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload80Our score$35Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Long Beach
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless connection can support streaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices, with 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for a Speed Score of 87/100. That score is above the city average of 68, making Verizon a competitive option, though fixed wireless performance can vary by location and address availability, with this plan reaching 63.1% of Long Beach. The lower-cost 5G Home plan offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 80/100.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it a strong choice for streaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices, though performance can vary with signal and congestion. The faster 5G Home Plus plan costs $45/mo promotional, then $70/mo, while 5G Home costs $35/mo promotional, then $60/mo; both are available to 63.1% of Long Beach, so check your address before counting on this option.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: All-In Home Internet — faster than 80% of all internet options in California
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload80Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Long Beach
Households that need strong speeds for streaming, work, and multiple connected devices may find T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless a competitive fit, with up to 498↓/55↑ Mbps and an 80/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 68. The All-In plan is $70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo, while Rely is $50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo, and both plans have the same 80/100 score. Fixed wireless can be more variable than wired service, and these plans are available to 62.2% of Long Beach, so check your address before choosing.
About T-Mobile
For households that want fast everyday internet for streaming, work, and multiple devices without a wired connection, T-Mobile offers two fixed wireless choices: All-In Home Internet with up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $70/mo promotional, then $80/mo, or Rely Home Internet with up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $50/mo promotional, then $60/mo. Both have a Speed Score of 80/100, but fixed wireless is only adequate compared with fiber or cable and can be less consistent, so check your address because these plans are available to 62.2% of Long Beach and faster wired options may be better where offered.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 70% of all internet options in California
- Residential – MaxSatellite400 MbpsDownload70Our score$130Per month
- Residential – 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload46Our score$85Per month
- Residential – 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload46Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Long Beach
Starlink’s satellite connection supports everyday browsing and streaming, but its higher latency can be noticeable for gaming and video calls. The Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 70/100, about the same as Long Beach’s city average of 68. It is available to 100.0% of the city, making it a practical option where broad availability matters, though checking other technologies at your address may be worthwhile if low latency is important.
About Starlink
Starlink uses satellite internet, which can reach homes without wired service, but its higher latency may make gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities feel less responsive. It offers up to 400 Mbps for $130/mo, up to 200 Mbps for $85/mo, or up to 100 Mbps for $55/mo, with each plan available to 100.0% of Long Beach, but check your address for fiber or cable first if those faster, lower-latency options are available.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: AT&T Fiber 5 GIG — faster than 80% of all internet options in California
- AT&T Fiber 5 GIG$95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/moFiber5,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$95Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/moFiber1,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $75/moFiber500 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload80Our score$55Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300$35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moFiber300 MbpsDownload80Our score$35Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Long Beach
AT&T Fiber 300 costs $35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo, for up to 300 Mbps down and up, and its 80/100 Speed Score is above the city average of 68, making it an excellent choice where available. Fiber offers lower-latency performance than fixed wireless for demanding use, but this plan reaches only 3.8% of Long Beach, so confirm your address before counting on the fiber option.
About AT&T
AT&T’s $50/mo Fiber 1 GIG plan offers excellent value with up to 1000 Mbps both ways, while the $55/mo Internet Air plan offers up to 300 Mbps both ways for a reasonable everyday option. Fiber is available to just 3.8% of Long Beach, so the faster, more reliable choice is highly address-dependent, while Internet Air reaches 49.0% but may be less dependable for demanding modern use, making it worth checking for Fiber or another faster option first.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Best plan here: Starry Gigabit — faster than 87% of all internet options in California
- Starry Gigabit$45/mo promotional rate, then $50/moFixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload87Our score$45Per month
- Starry 500$40/mo promotional rate, then $45/moFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload80Our score$40Per month
- Starry 200$30/mo promotional rate, then $35/moFixed Wireless200 MbpsDownload72Our score$30Per month
Source: Starry Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Long Beach
Starry is a competitive fixed-wireless option in Long Beach, led by Starry Gigabit with a Speed Score of 87/100, above the city average of 68, and speeds up to 1000 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload for $45/mo promotional, then $50/mo. Fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired service, and this plan is available to 20.7% of the city, so verify that Starry Gigabit reaches your address before choosing it.
About Starry Inc
Starry is a strong option for addresses it serves, with plans offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload for $45/mo promotional pricing, then $50/mo, on its fastest plan. Its fixed wireless service is available to 20.7% of Long Beach, so confirm your address and compare fiber or cable options first if they are available, since those technologies are generally more consistent.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 71% of all internet options in California
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload29Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload4Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload1Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Long Beach
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, Fusion buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, yet its 29/100 Speed Score is below Long Beach’s city average of 68. HughesNet’s lower-priced Select plan is $49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/mo, for up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, with a 4/100 Speed Score. Since these are satellite plans with high latency and limited performance compared with other technologies, check what reaches your address before choosing, even though Fusion is listed as available to 100.0% of the city.
About HughesNet
At $39.99/mo for the first 12 months, HughesNet’s Lite plan buys up to 25 Mbps down and 3 Mbps up, which is fine for basic browsing but limited value for heavier modern use; the $49.99/mo Select plan offers up to 50 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, while the $94.99/mo Fusion plan offers up to 100 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up before its price rises to $119.99/mo after 12 months. All three satellite plans show 100.0% availability in Long Beach, but their Speed Scores range from 1/100 to 29/100, and satellite latency can make streaming, gaming, and video calls less satisfying. I’d check whether a faster fiber, cable, or other local option is available at your address before choosing HughesNet, especially for a busy household.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 96% of all internet options in California
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload4Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload1Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Long Beach
Viasat is a limited-performance option in Long Beach, so consider checking what else is available at your address first. Its Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 4/100, while Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a score of 1/100; both plans are available to 100.0% of the city, and the provider’s score is below the city average of 68.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a fallback option in Long Beach, so check whether faster wired or fixed wireless service is available at your address first. Its fastest satellite plan, Viasat Essentials, offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo and is available to 100.0% of the city, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo, speeds that may feel limited for modern households, especially with satellite latency.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Long Beach
All 29 product lines from the 9 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 29 plans
- SpectrumInternet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$60$70Per month~90.1%CoverageCable
- FrontierFiber 5 Gig5,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$89.99Per month~75%CoverageFiber
- SpectrumInternet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload80Our score$40$50Per month~90.1%CoverageCable
- FrontierFiber 2 Gig2,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$64.99Per month~75%CoverageFiber
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload70Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- FrontierFiber 1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$49.99Per month~75%CoverageFiber
- FrontierFiber 500500 MbpsDownload80Our score$29.99Per month~75%CoverageFiber
- FrontierFiber 200200 MbpsDownload80Our score$29.99Per month~75%CoverageFiber
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload87Our score$45$70Per month~63.1%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- FrontierFiber 7 Gig7,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$109.99Per month~54.2%CoverageFiber
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Long Beach providers head-to-head
See how Long Beach’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Long Beach
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Frontier Fiber 500 where available; it delivers 500 Mbps and reaches 75% of Long Beach.
At Long Beach City College, Frontier is listed at 87.8% for 5,000 Mbps and 5.4% for 7,000 Mbps.
Check first: Confirm the address; Frontier Fiber 500 reaches 75%, not every address.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Prioritize Frontier Fiber 500; its 500 Mbps plan reaches 75% of Long Beach.
In Long Beach, Frontier's 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches 54.2%, while AT&T Fiber 300 reaches 3.8%.
Check first: Fiber availability varies sharply by address, especially for the fastest tiers.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Pick Frontier Fiber 7 Gig where available for 7,000/7,000 Mbps service reaching 54.2%.
In Long Beach, Fiber 500 reaches 75% but offers less listed speed than Fiber 7 Gig.
Check first: Verify the address because Fiber 7 Gig reaches 54.2%, below Fiber 500's 75% reach.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Consider Starlink Residential – 100 Mbps; its 100 Mbps plan reaches 100% of Long Beach.
Across Long Beach, HughesNet Lite also reaches 100% but lists 25 Mbps, while Viasat Essentials lists 55 Mbps.
Check first: Frontier's fastest Fiber 7 Gig tier reaches 54.2%, so check the address first.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Long Beach
Belmont Shore
Frontier is currently the strongest option for Broad fiber availability.
Frontier fiber reaches 92.5% of 90803, while Spectrum reaches 6.0% and Starlink reaches 1.5%.
Bixby Knolls
Frontier is currently the strongest option for Multi-gig fiber choices.
Frontier's listed fiber reaches 43.2% at 7,000 Mbps and 41.5% at 5,000 Mbps.
Wrigley
Frontier is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber.
Frontier reaches 57.9% at 5,000 Mbps and 32.1% at 7,000 Mbps in Wrigley.
Long Beach City College
Frontier is currently the strongest option for Fast fiber access.
In ZIP 90808, Frontier reaches 87.8% at 5,000 Mbps and 5.4% at 7,000 Mbps.
East Village
Frontier is currently the strongest option for Mixed wired and satellite options.
East Village's ZIP 90802 lists Frontier at 58.6%, Spectrum at 22.9%, and Starlink at 12.0%.
Internet providers near Long Beach
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Long Beach, check the neighboring market directly.
Long Beach Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Long Beach, CA?
Frontier is fastest at 7,000/7,000 Mbps with Fiber 7 Gig, and that plan reaches 54.2% of Long Beach. Its Fiber 500 plan reaches 75% at 500 Mbps, so the fastest option requires an address-level availability check.
Can I get fiber internet in Belmont Shore, Long Beach?
Yes—Frontier fiber is listed across 92.5% of ZIP 90803, Belmont Shore, including 7,000/7,000 Mbps service where available. Spectrum cable reaches 6.0% there, so verify your exact address rather than assuming the ZIP-wide fiber percentage applies to every building.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Long Beach, CA?
Frontier Fiber 500 is the cheapest listed plan: its promotional starting rate is exactly $29.99/mo for 500 Mbps, reaching 75.0% of Long Beach. It is the city’s minimum listed price, but availability still depends on the service address.
How much internet speed do I need for a Long Beach apartment?
A 100 Mbps plan is the clearest listed starting point: Starlink Residential – 100 Mbps reaches 100% of Long Beach, while Spectrum Internet Advantage reaches 90.1% at the same speed. Compare 500 Mbps or faster only after confirming that plan's address-level availability.
Is Frontier fiber available in Bixby Knolls?
Yes—ZIP 90807 (Bixby Knolls) lists Frontier fiber at 43.2% for 7,000/7,000 Mbps and 41.5% for 5,000/5,000 Mbps. Those figures show meaningful high-speed fiber coverage, but an address check is still necessary before selecting either tier.
How We Analyze Internet in Long Beach
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
Our proprietary score weights technology type (fiber=100%, cable=85%, etc.) with download (70%) and upload (30%) speeds, ranked as a state percentile.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Long Beach report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Long Beach
How We Calculate Speed Score
Our Speed Score is a state-level percentile ranking (0-100) that shows how a provider’s service compares to all other internet options available in your state.
The Formula:
We calculate a raw performance score using:
Technology Factor × (Download Speed × 70% + Upload Speed × 30%)
Technology Factors:
Not all connections are equal. We weight each technology based on real-world reliability and performance:
- Fiber: 100% – Fastest, most reliable technology
- Cable: 85% – High speeds, shared neighborhood bandwidth
- Fixed Wireless (Licensed): 70% – Dedicated spectrum, weather-dependent
- Copper/DSL: 65% – Distance-limited, aging infrastructure
- Fixed Wireless (Unlicensed): 60% – Shared spectrum, variable performance
- Satellite (LEO): 40% – Low-earth orbit (e.g., Starlink), higher latency
- Satellite (GEO): 15% – Geostationary orbit, significant latency
Percentile Ranking:
After calculating raw scores, we rank every service option in your state by geographic coverage (census blocks served). A score of 85 means this service performs better than 85% of all internet options available in your state.
Data Source: FCC National Broadband Map data, updated twice a year.
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.