San Jose, CA Internet
Internet Providers in San Jose, CA
Compare every internet provider in San Jose, CA: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
Updated| Rank | Provider | Speed Score | Coverage in San Jose | Up to | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  XfinityBest overall | 91 | 94% | 2,000 Mbps | $40/mo |
| 2 |  AT&TBroad backup | 95 | 91% | 5,000 Mbps | $35/mo |
| 3 |  Sonic.netFastest where available | 99 | 10% | – | – |
| 4 |  Frontier | 98 | 3% | 7,000 Mbps | $29.99/mo |
| 5 | Sail Internet | 81 | 2% | – | – |
| 6 |  Verizon | 72 | 64% | 300 Mbps | $60/mo |
The ranking weighs each provider’s speed across everywhere it reaches. AT&T’s 95 is its fiber; in about half of the area it serves, AT&T offers only DSL or Internet Air, which is why Xfinity ranks first.
Xfinity is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 83% of San Jose, while its overall footprint reaches about 94%. If Sonic.net reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 10,000 Mbps reaching about 10% of the city. AT&T is the safe fallback where Xfinity does not reach, mostly DSL, with an overall footprint of about 91% and its fastest common DSL tier, up to 100 Mbps, reaching about 32%.
Fiber is the variable. Fiber reaches 74% of Willow Glen (95125) but only 0.9% of Santa Teresa (95139). Find your neighborhood on the map.
Best Internet Providers in San Jose, 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 San Jose
Xfinity’s 1.2 Gig cable plan reaches about 94% of San Jose, giving most shoppers a strong chance of getting up to 1,200 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload service. Cable makes Xfinity a reliable choice, and its top Speed Score of 91/100 is above the city average of 67. Availability varies by address, and the faster 2 Gig plan reaches about 83% of the city, so check which tier is offered at your location.
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 94.5% of San Jose, giving most shoppers a strong chance of getting service. Its cable plans offer excellent choices, including up to 2 Gig speeds, while the up to 1 Gig and 500 Mbps plans are widely available to about 94% of the city; exact availability is address-dependent, so confirm which tier your home qualifies for before ordering.
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 San Jose
At $90/mo for 12 months, AT&T Internet 5 GIG offers up to 5,000 Mbps both ways, a top-tier fiber option with a 95/100 Speed Score that is above San Jose’s city average of 67. The plan also includes a $150 reward card, adding value for households that need fast, symmetrical performance. Fiber availability depends on your address and reaches about 38% of San Jose, so check your location to confirm it is offered before considering AT&T’s lower-speed fiber or fixed wireless options.
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
Starting at $35/mo, AT&T offers strong value in San Jose, with fiber plans ranging from up to 300 Mbps for basic to moderate use to up to 1,000 Mbps or even 5,000 Mbps both ways for demanding households. Fiber availability is address-dependent, reaching about 44% of the city for the 1 Gig plan and about 38% for 5 Gig, while AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload at $40/mo as a more limited fallback, so check for fiber first if you work from home, stream heavily, or have many connected devices.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Copper
Copper
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 San Jose
At the monthly price shown, Sonic.net’s fiber plan offers strong value, with up to 10000 Mbps both ways for demanding work, streaming, gaming, and connected households. It is a top-tier option with a Speed Score of 99/100, above San Jose’s average top speed score of 67, though this plan is available at only 9.9% of the city, so confirm fiber service 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 Sonic.net
Sonic.net’s current monthly price buys an exceptional fiber connection, with up to 10000 Mbps both ways and a Speed Score of 99/100, making it a strong value for demanding households. Availability is limited to about 10% of San Jose census blocks, so check your address to see whether this excellent option is offered.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 7 Gig — faster than 98% of all internet options in California
- Fiber 7 Gig$124.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, maintain service 365 days for Samsung credit) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber7,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$124.99Per month
- Fiber 5 Gig$104.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher, maintain service for 365 days) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$104.99Per month
- Fiber 2 Gig$79.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$79.99Per month
- Fiber 1 Gig$64.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig plan) · $400 Best Buy promo code for Samsung productsFiber1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$64.99Per month
- Fiber 500$44.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher for Samsung credit) · $400 Best Buy promo code for Samsung productsFiber500 MbpsDownload80Our score$44.99Per month
- Fiber 200$29.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher for Samsung credit) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber200 MbpsDownload59Our score$29.99Per month
Source: Frontier 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 San Jose
Frontier’s headline Speed Score of 98/100 comes with up to 7000 Mbps both ways on Fiber 7 Gig, supporting heavy streaming, fast downloads, low-latency gaming, and many connected devices. Fiber is a top-tier option, and this score is above San Jose’s city average of 67. Fiber 7 Gig is available to about 2% of the city, so the best technology and performance may not reach every address, making address-level availability important to verify.
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 Frontier
Frontier’s Fiber 7 Gig plan offers up to 7,000 Mbps both ways, making it an excellent choice for busy households with demanding streaming, gaming, video calls, and large uploads. Fiber availability is highly address-dependent, reaching only about 2% of San Jose, so check your address first, because these excellent plans may not be an option at your home.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Sail Internet
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 81% 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
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for San Jose
Sail Internet’s up to 1,000 Mbps down and 1,000 Mbps up Copper plan reaches about 1% of San Jose, so availability is limited and highly address-dependent. Its Speed Score of 81/100 is above the city’s 67 average and competitive where available, while the up to 200/100 Mbps Copper plan scores 59/100, so consider checking other providers first if the faster plan is not 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 Sail Internet
Sail Internet’s fastest plan reaches only about 1% of San Jose census blocks, so most shoppers have low odds of qualifying. At eligible addresses, its copper service offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with an excellent 81/100 Speed Score, but availability is highly address-dependent, while the fallback plan reaches about 0% of blocks and offers only up to 200 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload, which may not be enough for busy modern households.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
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 San Jose
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless connection offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it suitable for everyday streaming, video calls, and connected households, though performance can vary with wireless conditions. Its Speed Score of 72/100 is above San Jose’s city average of 67, so it is a competitive option. The 5G Home plan is available to about 64% of the city, so confirm that this technology reaches your specific address 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 a good, above-average choice for streaming, video calls, and everyday online use. It is available to about 64% of San Jose, but performance is address-dependent, so check your exact address before signing up, especially if faster fiber or cable options are available nearby.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Etheric Networks
Speeds up to 250 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 72% of all internet options in California
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 San Jose
Etheric Networks’ licensed fixed wireless plan offers up to 250 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload, enough for streaming, video calls, and several connected devices, with a 72/100 Speed Score. That score is above San Jose’s 67 average, making this plan competitive, though fixed wireless may be more variable than wired service. Because Etheric offers multiple fixed wireless options, the licensed tier may not reach your address, and its Lbr plan drops to up to 150 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with a 58/100 score, so check availability and consider other providers if only that tier is 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 Etheric Networks
Up to 250 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload should comfortably handle streaming, video calls, and several connected devices. That Licensed Fixed Wireless option reaches only about 0% of census blocks, while the more widely available Lbr Fixed Wireless plan reaches about 36% with up to 150 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is adequate for many households but may be less consistent, so check for fiber or cable first.
Available Plans
Lbr 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 San Jose
Budget-conscious households with typical streaming, browsing, and work-from-home needs may find T-Mobile Rely Home Internet a practical fit, offering up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for $35/mo. Its 80/100 Speed Score is above the city average of 67, making it competitive, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired service. Rely is available to about 67% of San Jose, so confirm service at your address before choosing it.
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 strong fit for households that want fast home internet for streaming, work, and everyday use, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a Speed Score of 80/100. The 500 Mbps options and the 400 Mbps Rely plan are available to about 67% of San Jose, so check your address first because fixed wireless performance can vary and the required voice bundle may affect the total value.
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 San Jose
Satellite service offers broad reach, but its higher latency can affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Starlink’s Residential Max 400 Mbps plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130/mo, with a Speed Score of 80/100, above San Jose’s city average of 67. Although this plan is available to 100.0% of San Jose, check which connection types reach your address before choosing, since alternatives may provide lower latency.
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
Starlink uses satellite internet, which can provide broad availability and solid everyday speeds, though satellite connections typically have higher latency that may affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Its Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, with a Speed Score of 80/100 and availability to 100% of San Jose, but check your address for fiber or cable first because those technologies are generally better for demanding modern use.
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 San Jose
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 21/100 Speed Score is below San Jose’s city average of 67. Satellite service has higher latency and limited performance compared with alternatives, so check what other technologies reach your address before signing up, even though Fusion is listed as available to 100.0% of San Jose.
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 $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys you up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, while Select costs $49.99 for up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, and Lite costs $39.99 for up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload. These satellite options reach 100.0% of San Jose, but their below-average speeds and satellite latency make HughesNet mainly a fallback, so check your address for faster fiber or cable service first, especially for streaming, gaming, or multiple connected devices.
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 San Jose
Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with alternatives, with a headline Speed Score of 18/100 versus San Jose’s 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 across 100% of the city, but satellite service typically has higher latency and more limitations than wired technologies. Since address-level availability can vary among providers and technologies, check what else reaches your 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 workable backup, but it should not be your first choice for modern internet needs because its satellite plans offer below average speeds and can have high latency. Viasat Essentials is the better option, with up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month and availability to 100% of San Jose, while Viasat Unleashed provides up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99. Check your address for faster fiber or cable service before choosing Viasat, especially for streaming, gaming, or several people online at once.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Internet Provider Reviews in San Jose, CA
We read 307 recent Google reviews of San Jose listings for AT&T and Xfinity and sorted each one by what it is about. Store visits and phone-plan reviews are set aside.
What AT&T customers report
Support
Good
12% mention
“Raj was very helpful with the issue I came in with and also figured out that I needed faster internet and set me up for that. Thank you!”
“Super bad connection with Att fiber. Frequent sudden drops. Sometimes happens during a video meeting. Very troublesome.”
What Xfinity customers report
Outages
Very poor
6% mention
Speed
Very poor
3% mention
Billing
Very poor
17% mention
Support
Poor
44% mention
Installation
Good
6% mention
Equipment
Mixed
17% mention
Cancelling
Very poor
7% mention
“Had a terrible experience with Xfinity internet’s phone rep so I came into this store in person, and I’m so glad I did. Short wait and the rep (Alfredo) is very helpful in getting me a promotional discount on my internet service.”
“Waited about 15 minutes to be seen by a worker who was not thrilled to be working there. Store smelled off putting. Worker explained that my promotional wifi cost was only for 4 years and I am unable to receive a new customer promotional price. What kind of business model is that???? A brand that doesn't promote brand loyalty is a strange thing to me and should be avoided.”
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 San Jose
All 28 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 28 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~94.3%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload80Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month~94.3%CoverageCable
- Xfinity2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$100Per month~83.2%CoverageCable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45$55Per month~94.3%CoverageCable
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload72Our score$40Per month~94.3%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- 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 MbpsDownload80Our score$35$50Per month~67.4%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 MbpsDownload80Our score$45$60Per month~67.4%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 MbpsDownload80Our score$55$70Per month~67.4%CoverageFixed 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 Jose providers head-to-head
The matchup many San Jose households compare. Green marks the better number.
AT&T FiberAT&T Fiber wins on top speed, upload, starting price and reviews; Xfinity wins on reach.
Best Fit by Household Type in San Jose
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for $40/mo for new customers, reaching about 94% of San Jose.
Its cable footprint reaches Downtown San Jose, Almaden Valley, and other neighborhoods broadly.
Check first: Confirm your address because the 2,000 Mbps tier reaches only about 83%.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Xfinity 1 Gig for $50/mo for new customers, reaching about 94% of San Jose.
Xfinity offers broad cable availability, while AT&T fiber reaches about 44% of the city.
Check first: Verify whether AT&T fiber or Sonic.net fiber reaches your specific address.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Sonic.net fiber up to 10,000/10,000 Mbps where available.
Sonic.net provides the city's fastest listed speeds, but fiber reaches only about 10% of San Jose.
Check first: Check availability first; Sonic.net has no published pricing in the provided data.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential 100 Mbps for $55/mo, available everywhere in San Jose.
Starlink's 100 Mbps plan reaches every address, unlike limited terrestrial high-speed footprints.
Check first: The $55/mo rate is a promotional starting price; confirm current terms before ordering.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code and Neighborhood in San Jose
Almost every block in San Jose can get Xfinity. What changes from one neighborhood to the next is fiber. Tap a ZIP code on the map, or type yours.
Blocks with fiber50%65%80%90%
All of San Jose
47% of the city can get fiber
- Xfinitycable94%
- AT&Tfiber44%
- Sonic.netfiber10%
- Frontierfiber2%
46% of the city can choose between two or more cable or fiber providers.
All 28 residential ZIP codes in San Jose
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Any fiber | Xfinity cable | AT&T Fiber | Sonic.net Fiber | 2+ choices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95110 | Guadalupe-Washington, Airport West, Northside | 55% | 94% | 51% | 31% | 54% |
| 95111 | Edenvale, Santa Teresa, Coyote Valley area | 33% | 98% | 33% | 0% | 33% |
| 95112 | Naglee Park, Japantown, Hensley | 61% | 93% | 52% | 40% | 57% |
| 95113 | Downtown San Jose, SoFA District, Civic Center | 58% | 95% | 51% | 33% | 56% |
| 95116 | East San Jose, Mayfair, Alum Rock area | 68% | 99% | 60% | 49% | 68% |
| 95117 | West San Jose, Santana Row area, Valley Fair area | 58% | 100% | 58% | 0% | 58% |
| 95118 | Cambrian Park, Branham, Los Gatos Creek area | 53% | 100% | 53% | 0% | 53% |
| 95119 | Santa Teresa, Edenvale | 26% | 97% | 26% | 0% | 26% |
| 95120 | Almaden Valley, Almaden, Graystone | 27% | 84% | 13% | 0% | 26% |
| 95121 | Evergreen, Silver Creek, Eastridge area | 15% | 94% | 15% | 0% | 14% |
| 95122 | East San Jose, Mayfair, Story Road area | 45% | 98% | 44% | 4% | 44% |
| 95123 | Blossom Valley, Santa Teresa, Edenvale | 16% | 98% | 16% | 0% | 16% |
| 95124 | Cambrian Park, Leigh area, Union area | 71% | 99% | 65% | 0% | 71% |
| 95125 | Willow Glen, Rose Garden (south), Cory area | 74% | 99% | 72% | 23% | 74% |
| 95126 | Rose Garden, Shasta-Hanchett Park, Midtown | 59% | 98% | 56% | 3% | 59% |
| 95127 | Alum Rock, East Foothills, White Road area | 51% | 84% | 46% | 25% | 51% |
| 95128 | Burbank, West San Jose, Buena Vista | 70% | 99% | 70% | 0% | 70% |
| 95129 | West San Jose, Moorpark, Saratoga border area | 64% | 100% | 64% | 0% | 64% |
| 95130 | West San Jose, Doerr-Steindorf, Campbell border area | 73% | 100% | 73% | 0% | 73% |
| 95131 | North San Jose, Berryessa, River Oaks | 17% | 90% | 12% | 0% | 13% |
| 95132 | Berryessa, North Valley, Sierramont | 11% | 78% | 10% | 6% | 11% |
| 95133 | Berryessa, McKee, North San Jose | 14% | 98% | 11% | 5% | 14% |
| 95134 | North San Jose, River Oaks, Rivermark | 32% | 75% | 24% | 0% | 24% |
| 95135 | Evergreen, Silver Creek, The Villages | 32% | 70% | 32% | 0% | 32% |
| 95136 | Blossom Valley, Communications Hill, Edenvale border area | 23% | 96% | 23% | 0% | 23% |
| 95138 | Evergreen, Silver Creek Valley, San Felipe | 15% | 58% | 15% | 0% | 14% |
| 95139 | Santa Teresa, Edenvale, Coyote Valley | 0.9% | 93% | 0.9% | 0% | 0.9% |
| 95148 | Evergreen, East San Jose, Aborn | 26% | 76% | 26% | 0% | 26% |
Share of each ZIP’s census blocks where the provider files that technology with the FCC; DSL and fixed wireless are not counted as fiber. Neighborhood names are approximate.
Internet providers near San Jose
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside San Jose, check the neighboring market directly.
San Jose Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in San Jose, CA?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 83% of San Jose. Sonic.net is faster where available, offering 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber to about 10% of the city, so check your address before choosing.
What is the fastest internet in San Jose, CA?
Sonic.net is fastest where available, offering 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 10% of San Jose. Xfinity is the best overall choice, with 2,000 Mbps cable reaching about 83%, but its faster tier is not citywide.
Which internet provider covers the most of San Jose, CA?
Xfinity has the largest non-satellite footprint, covering about 94% of San Jose overall. Satellite providers are available everywhere, while Xfinity's 2,000 Mbps tier reaches about 83%, so confirm the plan at your address.
What is the cheapest internet plan in San Jose, CA?
Frontier Fiber 200 is the cheapest listed plan at a promotional $29.99/mo for 200 Mbps, reaching about 2% of San Jose. The rate is for 12 months for new customers, with the listed Samsung-credit condition tied to Fiber 1 Gig or higher.
Can I get fiber internet in San Jose?
AT&T fiber reaches about 44% of San Jose, while Sonic.net fiber reaches about 10% and Frontier fiber about 2%. Availability varies by address, so check your location rather than assuming a provider's overall footprint includes fiber.
What internet speed do I need in San Jose?
San Jose plans range from 25 Mbps satellite service to 10,000 Mbps fiber, with Xfinity offering 300 Mbps at about 94% reach. Choose at least 300 Mbps for multiple users and streaming, while heavier gaming or large uploads benefit from fiber where available.
Which internet provider is strongest in Willow Glen?
AT&T fiber reaches about 37% of ZIP 95125 in Willow Glen, while Sonic.net fiber reaches about 37% and Xfinity cable about 25%. Compare the exact address because the nearly equal fiber footprints can change the best choice block by block.
Is AT&T Fiber better than Xfinity in San Jose?
AT&T Fiber's 1 Gig plan is $50/mo with 1,000 Mbps upload; Xfinity's is $50/mo with 35 Mbps upload. AT&T Fiber sells up to 5,000 Mbps here and Xfinity up to 2,000 Mbps. Xfinity reaches more of San Jose (about 94% vs 44%), so check which one your address gets.
Is Starlink worth it in San Jose?
Rarely. Starlink starts at $55/mo, and cable or fiber reaches about 95% of San Jose. It makes the most sense at an address with no wired or 5G home internet option.
Is $100 a month a lot for internet in San Jose?
For most homes, yes. A 1 Gig plan in San Jose costs $50 (Xfinity), $50 (AT&T) a month in our latest price check. If you pay more than $80 for a gig, your promo price may have ended.
How We Analyze Internet in San Jose
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 San Jose report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for San Jose
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.