SAN BERNARDINO, CA INTERNET
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Shop and compare 8 internet providers for San Bernardino, CA
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedSan Bernardino runs on a useful mix of fiber and cable, with wireless and satellite filling the gaps. Check fiber first: Frontier reaches 69.3% of the city overall, and its up to 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber tier is available to about 37%, while AT&T reaches 57.8% overall and its up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 3%. That symmetrical, low-latency service is the one to want for heavy work-from-home, huge uploads, competitive gaming, or a home packed with devices, especially around Frontier-heavy Arrowhead Springs, ZIP 92404, and Verdemont, ZIP 92407. Spectrum is the practical second choice, covering 88.1% citywide with up to 1,000/35 Mbps cable service, and for most households that mainly stream, browse, and use video calls, cable is plenty and usually cheaper, so ask whether you truly need multi-gig fiber. Students near California State University, San Bernardino and San Bernardino Valley College should check apartment wiring carefully, since the University District and Del Rosa can have building-specific options or older copper infrastructure. Verizon fixed wireless reaches 64.0% overall, with its 300/20 Mbps tier at about 61%, while T-Mobile reaches 73.8%, with 100/20 Mbps at about 22%. If neither fiber nor cable reaches your address, Starlink is the strongest satellite fallback. Coverage changes street by street, so confirm your exact address and, in apartments, verify that your unit is actually wired for fiber.
Best plan here: Internet 2 Gig — faster than 94% of all internet options in California
- Internet 2 GigCable2,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$80Per month
- 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
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Excellent
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Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for San Bernardino
Up to 2,000 Mbps on Internet 2 Gig is enough for heavy streaming, gaming, large downloads, and many connected devices at once. Spectrum’s cable service is a solid option, with a 94/100 Speed Score that is well above San Bernardino’s 67 average, while Internet Gig offers up to 1,000 Mbps with a 90/100 score for $60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo. Availability depends on your exact address, though Spectrum’s plans reach 88.1% of San Bernardino, and fiber remains the technology to prefer where it is available for lower latency.
About Spectrum
Spectrum’s up to 2,000 Mbps cable plan can comfortably handle 4K streaming, online gaming, video calls, and many connected devices at once. Its cable service reaches 88.1% of San Bernardino, with strong choices including Internet Gig at up to 1,000 Mbps for $60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo, and Internet Premier at up to 500 Mbps for $40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo; check your exact address because these plan speeds are available only within that cable footprint, while the 100 Mbps Advantage plan may be adequate for lighter use.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
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 San Bernardino
5G fixed wireless can support streaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices, with Verizon’s 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps down and 75 Mbps up at a Speed Score of 87, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps down and 75 Mbps up at a score of 80. That makes Verizon a strong, above-average fixed wireless choice in San Bernardino, though performance can be more variable than a wired connection. Verizon covers 64.0% of the city, while each listed plan reaches 61.3%, so verify your exact address before choosing the $45 promotional 5G Home Plus or $35 promotional 5G Home plan.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G Fixed Wireless service can handle streaming, video calls, and everyday online use, with 5G Home offering up to 300 Mbps down and 75 Mbps up for $35/mo promotional rate, or 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps down and 75 Mbps up for $45/mo promotional rate. Both are strong speed options for fixed wireless, but availability is address-dependent: each plan reaches 61.3% of San Bernardino, while Verizon’s overall coverage is 64.0%, so check your exact address and compare wired alternatives if 5G Home is unavailable.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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 San Bernardino
Up to 7000 Mbps both ways on Frontier’s Fiber 7 Gig plan can comfortably handle multiple 4K streams, fast large-file transfers, gaming, and busy connected homes. With a 99/100 Speed Score versus San Bernardino’s average top speed score of 67, this fiber service is a top-tier option. Frontier reaches 69.3% of San Bernardino, but its fiber plans, including Fiber 7 Gig, are available to 37.2% of the city, so check whether fiber reaches your exact address.
About Frontier
Frontier’s up to 7000 Mbps both ways on its Fiber 7 Gig plan can comfortably support many connected devices, 4K streaming, online gaming, and large uploads at the same time. Fiber is the connection to want, and Frontier offers excellent fiber speeds from up to 200 Mbps to up to 7000 Mbps, but while the provider reaches 69.3% of San Bernardino, its listed fiber plans are available to 37.2%, so check your exact address before counting on the fastest options.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
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 San Bernardino
At $35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo, AT&T Fiber 300 buys up to 300 Mbps both ways with an 80/100 Speed Score, while Fiber 1 GIG costs $50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo, for up to 1,000 Mbps both ways and a 91/100 score. Fiber is the option to want, with Fiber 5 GIG reaching up to 5,000 Mbps both ways and a 98/100 score, but all AT&T fiber plans are available to 3.3% of the city, so check your exact address even though AT&T covers 57.8% overall. Where fiber is unavailable, Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps for $55/mo, then $60/mo, with an 80/100 score and 49.0% city availability, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber.
About AT&T
AT&T offers strong value in San Bernardino, with plans from $35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo, for up to 300 Mbps to $95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/mo, for up to 5,000 Mbps, including excellent fiber speeds up to 5,000 Mbps both ways. Fiber is the option to want, but it reaches just 3.3% of the city, while AT&T Internet Air fixed wireless reaches 49.0% with up to 300 Mbps for $55/mo, then $60/mo, and may be less consistent for demanding use. AT&T reaches 57.8% of San Bernardino overall, so check your exact address for fiber first, since the fixed wireless fallback may not suit every household’s modern internet needs.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
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Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Amplified Home Internet — faster than 80% of all internet options in California
- Amplified Home Internet$60/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload80Our score$60Per month
- 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 San Bernardino
Homes that need fast everyday service for streaming, work, and multiple devices may find T-Mobile a competitive fixed wireless option, with speeds up to 498 Mbps and a Speed Score of 80/100, above San Bernardino’s 67 average. T-Mobile reaches 73.8% of the city, but its listed fixed wireless plans are available to only 22.3% of addresses, so performance and eligibility depend on your exact location. Fixed wireless can be adequate for most households, though it may be less consistent than wired connections.
About T-Mobile
Homes that want fast internet for streaming, remote work, and multiple devices may find T-Mobile a solid option, with 5G Fixed Wireless plans offering up to 498 Mbps for $50/mo to $70/mo and a Speed Score of 80/100. T-Mobile reaches 73.8% of San Bernardino, but these plans are available to 22.3% of the city, so check your exact address and compare fiber or cable first if available, since fixed wireless can be less consistent.
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 San Bernardino
Satellite internet offers broad reach for everyday browsing and streaming, but its higher latency can be less suitable for gaming and video calls. Starlink reaches 100.0% of San Bernardino, and its Residential – Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps with a 70/100 Speed Score, above the city’s 67 average, while the up to 200 Mbps and up to 100 Mbps plans each score 46/100. Because satellite is generally a fallback where wired service is unavailable, check which connection types reach your exact address before choosing Starlink.
About Starlink
Starlink uses satellite internet, so it reaches 100.0% of San Bernardino and can be a helpful fallback where wired service is unavailable, though satellite connections may have higher latency for gaming, video calls, and other real-time uses. Its plans offer up to 400 Mbps for $130/mo, up to 200 Mbps for $85/mo, or up to 100 Mbps for $55/mo, but check your exact address for fiber or cable first because those technologies are generally better for modern, high-demand internet use.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Elite — slower than 71% of all internet options in California
- Elite$64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload29Our score$64.99Per month
- 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 San Bernardino
HughesNet starts at $39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/mo, for up to 25 Mbps on Lite with a Speed Score of 1/100, while Elite costs $64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/mo, for up to 100 Mbps and a score of 29/100. Because every listed plan uses satellite, performance and latency are limited compared with wired alternatives, so consider checking other providers first at your exact address. HughesNet reaches 100.0% of San Bernardino, making it a fallback where wired service is unavailable, but its plans should be judged against what other technologies can reach your address.
About HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps over satellite, but its Speed Scores of 1 to 29 indicate below-average performance for the price, especially after rates increase. HughesNet reaches 100.0% of San Bernardino, making it a useful fallback where wired service is unavailable, but satellite’s high latency can limit gaming, video calls, and other modern needs, so check your exact address for faster options first.
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 San Bernardino
Viasat Inc is a fallback rather than a strong primary choice in San Bernardino, despite reaching 100.0% of the city. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 4/100, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a score of 1/100; both plans reach 100.0% of the city, but satellite’s high latency and limited performance make it worth checking other providers at your address first.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a fallback option in San Bernardino, offering satellite service across 100.0% of the city, with Viasat Essentials providing up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, and Viasat Unleashed offering up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month. Both plans have low speed scores and satellite’s high latency can limit modern streaming, gaming, and video calls, so check your exact address for faster wired options before choosing Viasat.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in San Bernardino
All 29 product lines from 8 providers that actually serve this city, with the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 29 plans
- SpectrumInternet 2 Gig2,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$80Per month~88.1%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$60$70Per month~88.1%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload80Our score$40$50Per month~88.1%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload70Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload87Our score$45$70Per month~61.3%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- SpectrumInternet Advantage100 MbpsDownload58Our score$30Per month~88.1%CoverageCable
- Verizon5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload80Our score$35$60Per month~61.3%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload46Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload46Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- AT&TAT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload80Our score$55$60Per month~49%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare San Bernardino providers head-to-head
See how San Bernardino’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in San Bernardino
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Check Frontier fiber first; use Spectrum cable as the widely available fallback for shared streaming and coursework.
Frontier fiber reaches 37% citywide, while Spectrum’s 1,000/35 Mbps cable tier reaches about 88%.
Check first: Confirm your address, especially around the University District and nearby college areas.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Check Frontier fiber first for symmetrical work uploads; choose Spectrum cable where fiber is unavailable.
Frontier’s 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 37% citywide; Spectrum reaches 88.1% overall.
Check first: Frontier’s fiber footprint varies sharply by ZIP, so verify the exact address.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Frontier fiber first; Spectrum cable is the strong fallback where fiber does not reach.
Frontier fiber reaches 37% citywide, including 94.3% in ZIP 92406 and 80.1% in ZIP 92405.
Check first: Do not assume Frontier’s 7,000 Mbps tier covers every Frontier address.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Check fiber first; if unavailable, use Starlink as the satellite fallback for edge-of-city addresses.
Starlink covers 100.0% citywide; its 220/30 Mbps tier is available to about 100%.
Check first: Satellite is a fallback, so verify wired options before choosing it.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in San Bernardino
Downtown San Bernardino
Frontier is currently the strongest option for Fast fiber for central households.
Frontier’s 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber leads ZIP 92401 at 45.2%, ahead of Spectrum cable at 33.9%.
ZIP 92406
Frontier is currently the strongest option for Broad fiber availability.
Frontier fiber dominates ZIP 92406 at 94.3% for 5,000/5,000 Mbps, with 7,000/7,000 Mbps reaching another 4.3%.
ZIP 92405
Frontier is currently the strongest option for High-availability fiber.
Frontier’s 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches 80.1% of ZIP 92405, while its 7,000/7,000 Mbps tier reaches 14.0%.
Arrowhead Springs
Frontier is currently the strongest option for Fiber across multiple speed tiers.
Frontier fiber reaches 65.9% of ZIP 92404 at 5,000/5,000 Mbps and another 17.8% at 7,000/7,000 Mbps.
Internet providers near San Bernardino
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside San Bernardino, check the neighboring market directly.
San Bernardino Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in San Bernardino?
Frontier is San Bernardino’s fastest listed provider, with 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber where available; that tier reaches about 37% of the city. Check your address first, then consider Spectrum’s 1,000/35 Mbps cable, whose tier reaches about 88% citywide when Frontier fiber is unavailable.
Can I get fiber in San Bernardino?
Yes—Frontier fiber covers 69.3% of San Bernardino overall, while its 7,000/7,000 Mbps tier reaches about 37% of the city. Check the address first: Frontier fiber reaches 94.3% of ZIP 92406 and 80.1% of ZIP 92405, showing why availability varies locally.
What is the cheapest internet in San Bernardino?
Frontier has the lowest advertised promotional starting rate at $29.99/mo. Check whether that address gets fiber first; otherwise, Spectrum’s advertised promotional starting rate is $30/mo for cable reaching about 88% of the city overall citywide.
What internet speed do I need for streaming, gaming, and working from home?
Most households should target 1,000 Mbps for heavy streaming, gaming, and work; Spectrum’s 1,000/35 Mbps cable tier reaches about 88% of San Bernardino. Check fiber first, because Frontier’s 7,000/7,000 Mbps tier offers stronger symmetrical performance where that approximately 37% tier reach is available.
What internet is best near Downtown San Bernardino?
Frontier is the best first check in Downtown San Bernardino’s ZIP 92401, where its 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber reaches 45.2%. Check your address for fiber first; Spectrum cable reaches 33.9% there, while Starlink’s 220/30 Mbps tier reaches 15.2%.
How We Analyze Internet in San Bernardino
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 San Bernardino report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for San Bernardino
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.