FORT COLLINS, CO
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Shop and compare 17 internet providers for Fort Collins, CO
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Fort Collins, CO, your best bet is CenturyLink, covering ~76% of the city with FCC-filed speeds up to 8,000 Mbps. However, if Connexion is available at your address, it can be the better, faster pick, reaching ~41% of the city with speeds up to 10,000 Mbps. Connexion is especially strong in Rigden Farm at 81.5% and City Park at 75.0%, both with fiber speeds up to 10,000/10,000 Mbps. Fossil Lake Ranch reaches 53.4%, while Old Town is more mixed at 47.3% Connexion, 17.6% Xfinity at up to 2,000/300 Mbps, and 14.2% TDS Telecom at up to 1,000/20 Mbps. Around Front Range Community College Larimer Campus, Connexion reaches 72.2%, but ZIP 80522 shows why checking matters, with Connexion at 57.3% and CenturyLink fiber at just 0.9%, up to 940/940 Mbps. CenturyLink’s basic copper tier reaches ~14% citywide at up to 100/10 Mbps, so some student apartments and older buildings may still have dated wiring. For students at Colorado State University or Front Range Community College Larimer Campus, verify apartment options for reliable Zoom, streaming, and gaming, and check Vistabeam’s broad fixed-wireless coverage, which reaches 80.1% of the city at speeds up to 500/80 Mbps.
Connexion
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Colorado
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
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fort Collins
Fiber provides low-latency performance for streaming, gaming, remote work, and heavy uploads, with speeds up to 10000 Mbps both ways. With a Speed Score of 99/100, Connexion is a top-tier option and well above Fort Collins’ average top speed score of 74. Coverage is 40.6% of the city, so availability depends on your specific address.
About Connexion
Connexion’s fiber service offers excellent performance for everyday streaming, gaming, video calls, and large uploads, with speeds up to 10000 Mbps both ways. It reaches 40.6% of Fort Collins, so check your address to confirm you can get this top-tier option.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber Internet (up to 940 Mbps) — faster than 89% of all internet options in Colorado
- Fiber Internet (up to 940 Mbps)Fiber940 MbpsDownload89Our score$75Per month
Source: CenturyLink 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 Fort Collins
CenturyLink is a top-tier option where its fiber service is available. Its Fiber Internet plan offers up to 940 Mbps download and upload for $75/mo, with a Speed Score of 89/100, above Fort Collins’ 74 average. Availability is highly address-specific because this plan reaches 7.4% of the city, so verify that fiber is offered at your address.
About CenturyLink
CenturyLink is a strong choice for homes that can get its fiber service, but it is not a broadly available high-speed option across Fort Collins. Its Fiber Internet offers up to 940 Mbps both ways and has a Speed Score of 89/100, though it is available to only 7.4% of the city, so check your address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: 1.2/2 Gig — faster than 86% of all internet options in Colorado
- 1.2/2 Gig$90/mo for the first 12 months, then $100/moFiber/Cable1,200 MbpsDownload86Our score$90Per month
- 1 Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/moFiber/Cable1,000 MbpsDownload87Our score$60Per month
- 500 Mbps$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moFiber/Cable500 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $45/moFiber/Cable300 MbpsDownload44Our score$40Per month
Source: Xfinity official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fort Collins
Xfinity’s 1 Gig plan reaches 60.6% of Fort Collins, so availability is not universal and your address determines whether it is an option. With up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, it has a Speed Score of 87/100, above the city average of 74, making it a competitive choice. Because the plan is listed as Fiber/Cable, confirm which technology serves your address: fiber is an excellent choice for speed and latency, while cable is a solid, reliable option.
About Xfinity
Xfinity’s fiber/cable plans reach 60.6% of Fort Collins, so you have a decent chance of finding service, but you will need to verify your address. Where available, the lineup is a strong choice for modern households, with up to 1200 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload and Speed Scores of 86/100 and 87/100 on the top two plans. Because the fiber or cable connection is address-dependent, confirm the technology and plan available at your location before signing up.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Quantum Fiber 3 Gig — faster than 98% of all internet options in Colorado
- Quantum Fiber 3 Gig$65/mo promotional rate, then $100/moFiber3,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$65Per month
- Quantum Fiber 2 Gig$70/mo promotional rate, then $100/moFiber2,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$70Per month
- Quantum Fiber 940 Mbps / 1 Gig$45/mo promotional rate, then $80/moFiber940 MbpsDownload89Our score$45Per month
- Simply Fiber Internet 200 MbpsFiber200 MbpsDownload78Our score$30Per month
Source: Quantum Fiber 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 Fort Collins
Fiber makes Quantum Fiber an excellent choice for low-latency gaming, video calls, streaming, and large uploads. Its 3 Gig plan offers up to 3000 Mbps both ways with a 98/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 74. The 940 Mbps / 1 Gig plan scores 89/100 and is available to 11.6% of Fort Collins, so verify your address to see which fiber tier is offered.
About Quantum Fiber
Quantum Fiber uses fiber, which is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households because it offers strong upload speeds and low-lag performance. Its best options are address-dependent: up to 940 Mbps both ways is available to 11.6% of Fort Collins, while up to 2000 Mbps or 3000 Mbps both ways is available to 5.9% or 2.4%, respectively. That makes it a great choice where service is available, but check your address before relying on the faster plans because coverage is limited.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
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Loveland Pulse
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Colorado
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 Fort Collins
Fiber is a top-tier option for demanding households, with low latency and up to 10000 Mbps download and upload for fast streaming, gaming, large uploads, and many connected devices. Loveland Pulse’s plan has a 99/100 speed score, but availability is address-dependent and the listed fiber coverage is 4.5% of Fort Collins, so check your address before relying on it.
About Loveland Pulse
Fiber from Loveland Pulse offers up to 10000 Mbps both ways, making it an excellent choice for demanding work, streaming, gaming, and multiple connected devices, with a 99/100 Speed Score. Availability is address-dependent and reaches 4.5% of census blocks in Fort Collins, so check your address to see whether this fast option is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Vistabeam
Speeds up to 500 Mbps
Plans range $65.9–$95.9 /mo *
Best plan here: Vistabeam Internet Residential Fiber-Speed Wireless 2G — faster than 80% of all internet options in Colorado
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Fiber-Speed Wireless 2GFixed Wireless2,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$95.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Fiber-Speed Wireless 1GFixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$79.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Fiber-Speed Wireless 500Fixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload79Our score$65.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Max Advanced WirelessFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload79Our score$95.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Fast Advanced WirelessFixed Wireless200 MbpsDownload68Our score$79.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Value Advanced WirelessFixed Wireless100 MbpsDownload49Our score$65.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Max Basic WirelessFixed Wireless100 MbpsDownload49Our score$95.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Fast Basic WirelessFixed Wireless50 MbpsDownload44Our score$79.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Value Basic WirelessFixed Wireless25 MbpsDownload36Our score$65.9Per month
Source: Vistabeam 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 Fort Collins
Large households with remote workers, frequent upload needs, and many connected devices should consider Vistabeam’s Fiber-Speed Wireless 1G plan, offering up to 1000 Mbps down and 1000 Mbps up with a Speed Score of 80/100. That score is above Fort Collins’ city average of 74, making it a strong fixed-wireless option, though fixed wireless can be more sensitive to location and local conditions than wired service. The plan costs $79.9/mo and is available to 80.1% of the city, so confirm your address qualifies before choosing it.
About Vistabeam
Households that need fast downloads and uploads for remote work, gaming, or multiple users may find Vistabeam appealing, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 2000 Mbps both ways and a Speed Score of 80/100. The fastest plans are available to 80.1% of Fort Collins, but fixed wireless performance is address-dependent, so confirm the top tier is orderable and compare fiber or cable alternatives first if they are available at your home.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
LightGig Communications LLC
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Colorado
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 Fort Collins
Households with heavy streaming, gaming, large uploads, or many connected devices will find LightGig Communications LLC’s fiber an excellent choice, with up to 10000 Mbps download and 10000 Mbps upload speeds and a 99/100 Speed Score. Fiber coverage is limited to 1.6% of Fort Collins, so confirm that this plan reaches your specific address before signing up.
About LightGig Communications LLC
For households with heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or many connected devices, LightGig Communications LLC offers excellent fiber with up to 10000 Mbps download and 10000 Mbps upload, plus a 99/100 speed score. The fiber plan covers 1.6% of Fort Collins census blocks, so check your exact address, since this excellent option is available only in select locations and you may need to compare other providers.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: 1Gig Fiber Internet — faster than 92% of all internet options in Colorado
- 1Gig Fiber InternetFiber1,000 MbpsDownload92Our score$49.99Per month
Source: TDS Telecom 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 Fort Collins
$49.99/mo buys up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload, making this a strong value for high-speed service. Its fiber connection and 92/100 Speed Score make TDS Telecom a top-tier option, well above Fort Collins’s 74 city average. Fiber availability can vary by address, and this plan is available to 2.6% of the city, so confirm that this technology reaches your home.
About TDS Telecom
At $49.99/mo, TDS Telecom’s 1Gig Fiber Internet offers strong value, with up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload and a 92/100 Speed Score. It is an excellent fit for streaming, gaming, work, and busy households, but this fiber plan is available across only 2.6% of Fort Collins, so check your address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: All-In Home Internet — faster than 78% of all internet options in Colorado
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload78Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload77Our score$50Per month
Source: T-Mobile 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fort Collins
Households seeking fast everyday internet at a moderate monthly price may find T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless a competitive fit, with the All-In plan offering up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $70/mo promotional, then $80/mo, and a Speed Score of 78/100 above the city average of 74. The lower-priced Rely plan offers up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $50/mo promotional, then $60/mo, with a 77/100 Speed Score, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired connections. Check your address before choosing, since each plan is available to 43.0% of Fort Collins.
About T-Mobile
Households seeking solid everyday streaming, video calls, and multiple-device use may find T-Mobile a good fit, with 5G fixed wireless plans offering up to 498 Mbps down and 55 Mbps up for $70/mo or up to 354 Mbps down and 55 Mbps up for $50/mo. This is an adequate alternative to fiber or cable rather than a top-tier wired option, and availability is address-dependent at 43.0% of Fort Collins, so check your address and compare faster wired service first if consistency is especially important.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 67% of all internet options in Colorado
- Residential – MaxSatellite400 MbpsDownload67Our score$130Per month
- Residential – 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload67Our score$85Per month
- Residential – 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload67Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink 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
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fort Collins
Satellite internet can reach homes where wired service is unavailable, but its higher latency may make video calls, gaming, and other real-time uses less responsive. Starlink’s plans have a Speed Score of 67/100, below the city average of 74, with up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload for $130 per month, up to 200 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload for $85, or up to 100 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload for $55. Each plan shows 100.0% availability in Fort Collins, but confirm service at your specific address and consider checking other providers first if you need consistently low-latency performance.
About Starlink
Satellite internet can provide up to 400 Mbps for streaming, work, and everyday use, but its higher latency may be noticeable during gaming and video calls. Starlink reaches 100.0% of Fort Collins with plans from $55/mo to $130/mo, making it a useful fallback where wired service is unavailable, though its Speed Score of 67/100 means you should check for fiber or cable at your address first.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Nunn Telephone Company
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 91% of all internet options in Colorado
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 Fort Collins
Households with multiple users, remote workers, and heavy streaming or gaming needs should consider Nunn Telephone Company’s fiber, offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 91/100, making it a top-tier option compared with Fort Collins’s average top speed score of 74. Fiber coverage is shown for 3.1% of the city, so confirm that this service reaches your specific address.
About Nunn Telephone Company
Homes with heavy streaming, remote work, gaming, or multiple connected devices can find an excellent fit in Nunn Telephone Company’s fiber service, which offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload speeds with a 91/100 speed score. That option reaches 3.1% of Fort Collins census blocks, so check your exact address before counting on it, since availability is limited.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 81% of all internet options in Colorado
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload77Our 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 Fort Collins
5G fixed wireless can support streaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices, though performance may vary with signal and congestion. Verizon’s 5G Home Plus offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with an 81/100 Speed Score, above Fort Collins’s 74 average, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with a 77/100 score. Availability is address-specific, with these plans reaching 39.3% of Fort Collins, so check your address before choosing.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service can work well for streaming, browsing, and video calls, with 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, and 5G Home offering up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload. At $45/mo promotional for Plus and $35/mo promotional for Home, with rates rising to $70/mo and $60/mo, respectively, Verizon is worth checking, but availability is address-dependent and these plans reach 39.3% of Fort Collins, so confirm your address before relying on the service.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Wiggins Telephone Association
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 86% of all internet options in Colorado
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 Fort Collins
Wiggins Telephone Association reaches 6.2% of Fort Collins, so your odds of getting service depend heavily on your specific address. Where available, its fiber plan is an excellent choice, offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 86/100, above the city’s average top speed score of 74.
About Wiggins Telephone Association
Wiggins Telephone Association reaches just 6.2% of Fort Collins, so availability is limited and you will need to check your address to see whether it is an option. Where available, its fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 86/100, making it an excellent choice for streaming, remote work, gaming, and multiple connected devices.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air — faster than 77% of all internet options in Colorado
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload77Our score$55Per month
Source: AT&T 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fort Collins
At $55/mo promotional, then $60/mo, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and up to 300 Mbps upload, a reasonable value for the price. Its 77/100 Speed Score is above Fort Collins’s 74 average, though fixed wireless can be less consistent and higher latency than wired service. Availability depends on your address, with this plan shown for 13.2% of Fort Collins, so verify eligibility and compare wired options if reliability matters most.
About AT&T
At $55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps both ways, a solid value for many households and a 77/100 speed score. It is fixed wireless, an adequate rather than excellent technology, and is available to 13.2% of Fort Collins, so check your address and compare faster fiber or cable options first if you need especially consistent performance for heavy use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 71% of all internet options in Colorado
- 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 MbpsDownload14Our 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
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 Fort Collins
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 29/100 Speed Score reflects limited satellite performance for the price. It is available to 100.0% of Fort Collins, yet its score is below the city average of 74, and satellite’s higher latency can make video calls, gaming, and other interactive uses feel less responsive than cable or fiber. Check which technologies are available at your specific address before choosing HughesNet, especially if you need consistently responsive performance.
About HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers satellite service with speeds up to 25/3, 50/5, or 100/5 Mbps, so its main value is broad availability rather than strong performance. Each plan is available to 100.0% of Fort Collins, but the below-average Speed Scores of 3/100 to 29/100 and satellite latency make it better for basic use, so check your address for faster fiber or cable options first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 86% of all internet options in Colorado
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload14Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload3Our 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 Fort Collins
Viasat is a limited satellite option, so check other providers first and confirm what is available at your address. Its Essentials plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 14/100, below the city average of 74, while Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 3/100.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat is best treated as a fallback rather than a first choice, since its satellite service has limited speeds and higher latency, so check whether faster cable or fiber is available at your address first. Its fastest plan, Viasat Essentials, offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month with a Speed Score of 14/100, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month with a Speed Score of 3/100.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Gso Satellite
Gso Satellite
Gso Satellite
Viaero Wireless
Speeds up to 25 Mbps
Plans start at $50 /mo *
Speed Score: Slower than 69% of all internet options in Colorado
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.
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fort Collins
Viaero Wireless reaches just 2.0% of Fort Collins, so your chances of getting service are limited. Its fixed wireless plan offers up to 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, with a 31/100 Speed Score, indicating limited performance compared with alternatives. Consider checking other providers first at your address, especially if you need strong performance for streaming, gaming, or multiple connected devices.
About Viaero Wireless
Viaero Wireless reaches just 2.0% of Fort Collins, so most shoppers are unlikely to find it available at their address. Where available, its fixed wireless plan offers up to 25 Mbps download and up to 5 Mbps upload, an adequate but below-average option that may feel limiting for modern households, so check for faster fiber or cable service first.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Every plan available in Fort Collins
All 32 product lines from the 11 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 32 plans
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload67Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload67Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload67Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- VistabeamVistabeam Internet Residential Fiber-Speed Wireless 1G1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$79.9Per month~80.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- VistabeamVistabeam Internet Residential Fiber-Speed Wireless 2G2,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$95.9Per month~80.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- VistabeamVistabeam Internet Residential Fiber-Speed Wireless 500500 MbpsDownload79Our score$65.9Per month~80.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- VistabeamVistabeam Internet Residential Max Advanced Wireless500 MbpsDownload79Our score$95.9Per month~80.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- VistabeamVistabeam Internet Residential Fast Advanced Wireless200 MbpsDownload68Our score$79.9Per month~80.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- Xfinity1 Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload87Our score$60$70Per month~60.6%CoverageFiber/Cable
- Xfinity1.2/2 Gig$90/mo for the first 12 months, then $100/mo1,200 MbpsDownload86Our score$90$100Per month~60.6%CoverageFiber/Cable
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Fort Collins
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps at a $40/mo promotional starting rate, reaching 60.6% of Fort Collins.
Its cable service appears in Old Town, City Park, and Fossil Lake Ranch ZIP data.
Check first: Its 60.6% plan footprint means address-level qualification remains necessary.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Connexion's 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber where available; it reaches about 41% of Fort Collins.
Connexion covers 81.5% of ZIP 80525 and 75.0% of ZIP 80521.
Check first: Confirm your address, because Connexion's fiber footprint reaches only about 41% of the city.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Xfinity 1 Gig at a $60/mo promotional starting rate, reaching 60.6% of Fort Collins.
Its 2,000/300 Mbps cable reaches 17.6% in Old Town and 25.0% in ZIP 80527.
Check first: Verify the address before relying on the 60.6% plan footprint.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential – 100 Mbps at a $55/mo promotional starting rate; it reaches 100% of Fort Collins.
Its basic 220/30 Mbps satellite technology also reaches approximately 100% citywide.
Check first: Compare address-level wired options too, since Vistabeam's 500 Mbps wireless reaches 80.1%.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Fort Collins
Old Town
Fort Collins Connexion is currently the strongest option for 10,000 Mbps symmetrical fiber.
Connexion leads Old Town with 47.3% fiber coverage; Xfinity follows at 17.6% with 2,000/300 Mbps cable.
Rigden Farm
Fort Collins Connexion is currently the strongest option for High-speed symmetrical fiber.
Connexion covers 81.5% of Rigden Farm, far ahead of Xfinity at 12.3%.
Front Range Community College Larimer Campus
Fort Collins Connexion is currently the strongest option for 10,000 Mbps fiber.
Connexion reaches 72.2% of ZIP 80526; Xfinity's 2,000/300 Mbps cable reaches 13.3%.
Fossil Lake Ranch
Fort Collins Connexion is currently the strongest option for Fiber-first connectivity.
Connexion covers 53.4% in Fossil Lake Ranch, while Xfinity's 2,000/300 Mbps cable reaches 22.5%.
Internet providers near Fort Collins
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Fort Collins, check the neighboring market directly.
Fort Collins Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Fort Collins?
Connexion is among Fort Collins's fastest listed providers, offering 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 41% of the city. Its fiber is especially prominent in Rigden Farm, where ZIP 80525 coverage is 81.5%, but address-level qualification still matters before ordering.
Can I get fiber in Fort Collins?
Yes, fiber is available in Fort Collins, with Connexion's 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 41% of the city. Availability varies by address: Connexion covers 81.5% of ZIP 80525 and 47.3% of ZIP 80524, while other fiber footprints are smaller.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Fort Collins?
Quantum Fiber Simply Fiber Internet 200 Mbps is the city's cheapest listed plan: a $30/mo promotional starting rate for 200 Mbps, reaching 11.6% of Fort Collins. It is the minimum-priced option, but its limited plan footprint makes address verification essential before ordering.
How much internet speed do I need for a Fort Collins household?
A 300 Mbps plan is a practical starting point for many Fort Collins households, and Xfinity's 300 Mbps tier reaches 60.6% of the city. Heavier streaming or gaming households can consider Xfinity's 1,000 Mbps tier where its 60.6% plan footprint is available, while Connexion's 10,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 41%.
Which internet providers are strongest in Rigden Farm?
In Rigden Farm (ZIP 80525), Connexion is the leader with 81.5% coverage and 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber service. Xfinity reaches 12.3% there at 2,000/300 Mbps, so carefully verify the exact address before comparing plans and availability.
How We Analyze Internet in Fort Collins
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 Fort Collins report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Fort Collins
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.