Redwood City, CA Internet
Internet Providers in Redwood City, CA
Compare every internet provider in Redwood City, CA: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedXfinity is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 72% of the city, and its overall footprint reaching about 90%. Sonic.net is the fastest where available, with fiber speeds up to 10,000/10,000 Mbps reaching about 23% of the city; if it reaches your address, it is the faster choice. AT&T is the safe fallback where Xfinity does not reach, mostly fiber overall, with its fastest common fiber tier reaching up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps in about 56% of the city.
Local results vary sharply: Redwood Shores is largely an Xfinity area, while AT&T leads in Farm Hill with its 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber tier reaching about 54% of that ZIP. Friendly Acres is a Sonic.net stronghold, with its 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber serving about 48% of the ZIP, while Mount Carmel favors AT&T and its 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber at about 50%. Students at Cañada College and Stanford University Redwood City Campus should check apartment wiring carefully, since some buildings may still rely on older DSL or copper infrastructure, while Zoom, streaming, and gaming benefit from reliable fiber or cable. Fixed wireless from Verizon or T-Mobile may be worth considering, but coverage changes street to street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Redwood City, CA
Best plan here: 2 Gig — faster than 91% of all internet options in California
- 2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$100Per month
- 1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable1,200 MbpsDownload89Our score$100Per month
- 1 GigCable1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)Cable500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable300 MbpsDownload72Our score$40Per month
Source: Xfinity 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 Redwood City
Xfinity’s 1.2 Gig cable plan reaches 90.2% of Redwood City, giving many households a strong chance of availability. With up to 1,200 Mbps download, 35 Mbps upload, and a plan Speed Score of 89/100, it is a reliable choice for most households, while Xfinity’s headline Speed Score of 91/100 is above the city average of 67.
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 Xfinity
Xfinity reaches 90.2% of Redwood City, giving most residents a strong chance of getting its cable service. Cable is an excellent choice for most households, with plans offering up to 2 Gig and a 1 Gig option for $50 per month, though the fastest tier is address-dependent, so check your exact address before choosing.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed — faster than 95% of all internet options in California
- AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$90Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500Mbps$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers, $15/mo discount for 12 months applies after up to 3 bill cycles) · $100 Visa reward cardFiber500 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300Mbps$35/mo for 12 months (new customers, with AutoPay & paperless bill discount, wired connection to gateway) · $200 AT&T Visa Reward CardFiber300 MbpsDownload72Our score$35Per month
- 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 MbpsDownload72Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T 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 Redwood City
$90/mo for 12 months gets you AT&T Internet 5 GIG, with up to 5000 Mbps both ways, a 95/100 Speed Score, and a $150 reward card, making it a top-tier fiber option that is well above Redwood City’s 67 average and available to about 56% of the city. Fiber availability is address-dependent, and where the 5 GIG plan is unavailable, AT&T’s other options include fixed wireless Internet Air with up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, so check your address to confirm which technology and performance you can receive.
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&T offers strong value, from $35/mo for up to 300 Mbps symmetrical fiber to $50/mo for up to 1,000 Mbps both ways, while its $90/mo plan reaches up to 5,000 Mbps both ways and includes a $150 reward card. Fiber is the best choice, but it is available to about 61% of Redwood City, so address eligibility matters; elsewhere, Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload at $40/mo, which is adequate for many households but less capable for heavy uploading and demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Sonic.net
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Plans start at $40 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in California
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 Redwood City
For shoppers focused on value, Sonic.net offers a top-tier Fiber option with up to 10,000 Mbps both ways and a 99/100 Speed Score, compared with the city average top speed score of 67. That plan is available to about 23% of Redwood City, so the fastest service may not reach every address. Sonic.net also offers up to 1,000/1,000 Mbps Fiber with an 81/100 Speed Score, making it an excellent choice where the 10,000 Mbps plan is unavailable.
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 Sonic.net
For the monthly price you’re quoted, Sonic.net offers excellent value with fiber speeds up to 10,000 Mbps both ways, making it a strong choice for demanding households, remote work, and large uploads. That fastest fiber plan reaches about 23% of Redwood City’s census blocks, while the still-excellent up to 1,000 Mbps fiber plan reaches about 4%, so availability is highly address-dependent and you should check your exact address before counting on Sonic.net.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Gig WiFi — faster than 81% of all internet options in California
- Gig WiFi$200 Gift CardCable1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$40Per month
Source: Astound Broadband 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 Redwood City
Astound Broadband is a solid cable option in Redwood City, with its Gig WiFi plan offering up to 1,000 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload and earning a Speed Score of 81/100. That score is above the city average of 67, making it competitive for streaming, gaming, and busy households. Availability is address-dependent, with this plan reaching about 27% of the city, so confirm that Gig WiFi is offered 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 Astound Broadband
Astound Broadband is a strong option for households that need fast internet, with its cable Gig WiFi plan offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for $40 per month, plus a $200 reward card. It has an excellent Speed Score of 81/100, but availability is address-dependent and this plan reaches about 27% of Redwood City, so check your address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Cable
Copper
Fiber
Atherton Fiber
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in California
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 Redwood City
Fiber offers an excellent choice for demanding use, with up to 10,000 Mbps download and 10,000 Mbps upload, both ways, and a 99/100 speed score. That top-tier performance is above Redwood City’s average top speed score, but availability is address-dependent and reaches only a small portion of the city, so verify that this fiber plan is offered 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 Atherton Fiber
Fiber internet offers excellent performance for demanding uses such as streaming, gaming, video calls, and large downloads, with symmetrical speeds of up to 10000 Mbps both ways. Atherton Fiber is an excellent option at addresses where this plan is available, but its coverage reaches about 8% of Redwood City, so check your address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 72% of all internet options in California
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload72Our 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 Redwood City
5G fixed wireless offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making Verizon’s 5G Home a good option for everyday streaming, video calls, and browsing, though it may be less consistent than wired connections. Its Speed Score of 72/100 is above Redwood City’s average of 67, making it a competitive choice. Availability is address-dependent, with this plan reaching about 59% of the city, so confirm that 5G Home is offered 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 Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is good for streaming, video calls, and everyday use, though performance can vary with wireless conditions. It is available to about 59% of Redwood City and costs $60 per month for 12 months with Auto Pay and a qualifying Verizon mobile bundle, so check your address and compare any fiber or cable options first if you need the most consistent speeds.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 80% of all internet options in California
- 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 MbpsDownload80Our 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 MbpsDownload80Our 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 MbpsDownload80Our 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 Redwood City
Households seeking fast everyday internet for streaming, work, and multiple connected devices may find T-Mobile a competitive choice, with up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload speeds and an 80/100 Speed Score above Redwood City’s 67 average. Its fixed wireless service can be adequate for many homes, though performance may vary more than wired connections. The 500 Mbps plans are available to about 51% of the city, so check your address to confirm availability and whether another technology offers a better fit.
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 strong everyday speeds without needing fiber, including streaming, video calls, and several connected devices. Its fixed wireless plans offer up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload with an excellent 80/100 Speed Score, but availability is address-dependent, with the listed plans reaching about 51% of Redwood City, and fixed wireless can be less consistent than cable or fiber, so check your address and compare faster wired options first.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 80% of all internet options in California
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload80Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our 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 Redwood City
Satellite service can provide broad access and up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, but its higher latency may affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time uses. Starlink’s Residential Max 400 Mbps plan has a Speed Score of 80/100, above Redwood City’s city average of 67, and is available to 100.0% of the city, making it competitive where satellite is the practical option.
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 gives Starlink broad reach and an option for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, with its Residential Max plan offering up to 400 Mbps download and up to 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month and a strong 80/100 speed score. Starlink reaches 100.0% of Redwood City, but satellite connections can have higher latency, so check your address for fiber or cable first if you need especially responsive gaming, remote work, or other demanding uses; its lower-priced plans offer up to 200 Mbps or 100 Mbps and may be less suitable for busy households.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 79% of all internet options in California
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload13Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload3Our 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 Redwood City
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 over satellite, but its Speed Score is 21/100, below Redwood City’s 67 average. Fusion is available to 100.0% of the city, yet satellite’s higher latency and limited performance make it worth checking other providers available at your 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 HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps download speeds, but its satellite service has below-average performance and limited value for demanding modern use. The plans reach 100% of Redwood City, yet you should check your address for faster fiber or cable options first, since HughesNet is mainly a fallback for basic browsing, streaming, and email.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 82% of all internet options in California
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload18Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload13Our 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 Redwood City
Viasat Inc is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in Redwood City, with a headline Speed Score of 18/100 versus the city average of 67. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability at 100% of the city, but satellite’s higher latency can affect activities such as video calls and gaming. Since the available plans are satellite, check what other technologies reach your specific address 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 a fallback option rather than a top choice, since its satellite plans have below-average speed scores and may not meet modern streaming, gaming, or work-from-home needs. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month and reaches 100% of Redwood City, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99; check for faster fiber or cable service at your address before choosing satellite.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Redwood City
All 23 product lines from the 8 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 23 plans
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload89Our score$100Per month~90.2%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload80Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month~90.2%CoverageCable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45$55Per month~90.2%CoverageCable
- Xfinity2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$100Per month~72.5%CoverageCable
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload72Our score$40Per month~90.2%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- AT&TAT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward card5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$90Per month~55.9%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward card1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month~61.1%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 500Mbps$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers, $15/mo discount for 12 months applies after up to 3 bill cycles) · $100 Visa reward card500 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month~61.1%CoverageFiber
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Redwood City providers head-to-head
See how Redwood City’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Redwood City
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for $40 promotional starting rate with AutoPay, reaching about 90% of Redwood City.
Its cable footprint is broad, supporting shared streaming, classes, and video calls.
Check first: Confirm the address because Xfinity’s 2 Gig tier reaches only about 72%.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose AT&T Fiber 300Mbps for $35 promotional starting rate for 12 months with AutoPay, reaching about 61%.
Fiber offers consistent upload performance for calls, cloud work, and large file transfers.
Check first: The 300Mbps fiber plan reaches about 61%, so verify availability at your address.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Sonic.net fiber up to 10,000/10,000 Mbps where its approximately 23% footprint reaches your address.
Symmetrical fiber supports heavy uploads, streaming, and multiple simultaneous connections.
Check first: Sonic.net has no published pricing, and its fastest tier is not broadly available.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose AT&T as the broadest wired backup, with approximately 88% overall coverage and mostly fiber service.
AT&T’s overall footprint is broader than Sonic.net’s and includes fiber tiers reaching about 61%.
Check first: Verify the technology and tier available because AT&T’s 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 56%.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Redwood City
Friendly Acres 94063
Sonic.net is currently the strongest option for Maximum symmetrical fiber speed.
Sonic.net leads Friendly Acres at about 48% with 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber.
Redwood Shores 94065
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Xfinity reaches about 44% with 1,200 Mbps cable and about 36% with 2,000 Mbps cable.
Farm Hill 94061
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Widely available fast fiber.
AT&T leads Farm Hill at about 54% with 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber.
Mount Carmel 94062
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fast fiber coverage.
AT&T covers about 50% of Mount Carmel with 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber.
ZIP 94064
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Fast cable availability.
Xfinity leads ZIP 94064 at about 34% with 2,000 Mbps cable.
Internet providers near Redwood City
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Redwood City, check the neighboring market directly.
Redwood City Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Redwood City, CA?
Xfinity is the best overall, offering cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 72% of Redwood City. Sonic.net is faster where available, with 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 23%, so check your address before choosing the higher-speed option.
What is the fastest internet in Redwood City, CA?
Sonic.net is fastest where available, providing 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber to about 23% of Redwood City. Xfinity is the best overall choice, with 2,000 Mbps cable reaching about 72%, but Sonic.net wins if its fiber reaches your address.
Which internet provider covers the most of Redwood City, CA?
Xfinity has the largest non-satellite footprint at about 90% of Redwood City, while satellite service is available everywhere. Xfinity is therefore the broadest practical wired option, though address-level checks still matter for its faster cable tiers.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Redwood City, CA?
The cheapest options are tied: AT&T Fiber 300Mbps costs $35/mo for 300 Mbps and reaches about 61%, while T-Mobile Rely Home Internet costs $35/mo for 400 Mbps and reaches about 51%. Both are promotional starting rates for 12 months; AT&T requires AutoPay and T-Mobile requires a qualifying wireless line.
Can I get fiber internet in Redwood City?
Four listed providers offer fiber: AT&T, Sonic.net, Astound Broadband, and Atherton Fiber, with AT&T fiber reaching about 61% overall. Sonic.net reaches about 23% with 10,000/10,000 Mbps, so availability and maximum speed depend on your exact address.
What internet speed do I need in Redwood City?
A 300 Mbps plan is available from AT&T Fiber and Xfinity, while 1,000 Mbps options are available from AT&T fiber and Xfinity cable. Choose 300 Mbps for ordinary households and consider 1,000 Mbps for several simultaneous streams, large uploads, or many connected devices.
Is Sonic.net available in Friendly Acres?
Sonic.net reaches about 48% of ZIP 94063, or Friendly Acres, with 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber. It is the leading listed provider there, but the percentage means you must verify service at the specific address.
How We Analyze Internet in Redwood City
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 Redwood City report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Redwood City
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.