Fort Collins, CO Internet
Internet Providers in Fort Collins, CO
Compare every internet provider in Fort Collins, CO: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedXfinity is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 49% of Fort Collins, while its broader footprint is about 64%. If Connexion reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 10,000 Mbps reaching about 41% of the city. CenturyLink is the safe fallback where Xfinity does not reach, mostly using DSL across about 76% of the city, with its fastest common DSL tier reaching about 12% at up to 140 Mbps.
Connexion dominates several local pockets, including about 81% of Rigden Farm and about 75% of ZIP 80521, while Old Town has Connexion at about 47% and Xfinity at about 18%. In ZIP 80528, Connexion reaches about 53%, and in ZIP 80522 it reaches about 57%, but older addresses can still wind up with slower copper or DSL service. Around Colorado State University and Front Range Community College, Larimer Campus, student apartments may have a different provider mix, so reliable upload performance matters for Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Vistabeam is a useful fixed-wireless option across about 80% of the city at up to 500 Mbps, but coverage changes street by street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Fort Collins, CO
Best plan here: 2 Gig — faster than 92% of all internet options in Colorado
- 2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable2,000 MbpsDownload92Our score$100Per month
- 1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable1,200 MbpsDownload88Our score$100Per month
- 1 GigCable1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)Cable500 MbpsDownload78Our score$45Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable300 MbpsDownload71Our 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 Fort Collins
Xfinity’s 2 Gig cable plan is available to about 49% of Fort Collins, so checking your address is an important first step. Where available, up to 2000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload earn a 92/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 68, making this a solid, competitive cable option for demanding internet use, though shoppers should compare the technologies available at their 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 Xfinity
Xfinity’s cable service reaches about 61% of Fort Collins on its 1 Gig plan, so many eligible homes have excellent options, including up to 1,000 Mbps for $50 per month. Availability is address-dependent, with the up to 2,000 Mbps plan reaching about 49% of the city, so check your address to see which high-speed cable plans are actually available.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Connexion
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Colorado
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 Fort Collins
Fiber is an excellent choice for low-latency gaming, video calls, streaming, and demanding household use, with symmetrical speeds of up to 10,000 Mbps both ways. Connexion’s fiber plan has a Speed Score of 99/100 and covers about 41% of Fort Collins, so availability depends on your specific 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 Connexion
Fiber gives Connexion customers excellent performance for streaming, gaming, remote work, and large downloads, with speeds up to 10000 Mbps both ways. Availability is address-dependent, so check your exact address to confirm this high-end fiber plan is offered.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber Internet (up to 940 Mbps) — faster than 79% of all internet options in Colorado
- Fiber Internet (up to 940 Mbps)Fiber940 MbpsDownload79Our score$75Per month
- CenturyLink Internet 100 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months (Paperless billing or prepay required; speed may not be available in your area)DSL100 MbpsDownload30Our score$55Per month
Source: CenturyLink 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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fort Collins
CenturyLink is a competitive choice in Fort Collins, with a 79/100 Speed Score that is above the city average of 68. Its Fiber Internet plan is a top-tier option, offering up to 940 Mbps download and upload for $75 per month, but it is available to only about 7% of the city. Address availability matters because some locations may receive only the 100 Mbps DSL plan, which has a 30/100 Speed Score and limited performance compared to alternatives, so check your address and other available options before deciding.
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 CenturyLink
CenturyLink is a good option for some Fort Collins addresses, especially where its fiber plan is available. Fiber offers excellent, symmetrical speeds of up to 940 Mbps for $75 per month, but it reaches about 7% of the city, so availability is highly address-dependent; elsewhere, the 100 Mbps DSL plan is only an adequate fallback for basic use and may not be sufficient for modern households, so check for faster options first.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: 1Gig Fiber Internet — faster than 82% of all internet options in Colorado
- 1Gig Fiber InternetFiber1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$49.99Per month
Source: TDS Telecom 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 Fort Collins
At $49.99 per month, TDS Telecom’s 1Gig Fiber Internet offers strong value with up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload speeds, earning an 82/100 Speed Score. This symmetrical fiber plan is an excellent choice and a top-tier option in Fort Collins, with a score above the city average of 68. Fiber availability is address-dependent and reaches about 3% of the city, so confirm that this plan is available 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 TDS Telecom
At $49.99 per month, TDS Telecom offers excellent value here with up to 1000 Mbps download and upload through its 1Gig Fiber Internet plan, making it a strong choice for streaming, remote work, gaming, and households with several connected devices. The fiber plan has a Speed Score of 82/100, but it is available to only about 3% of Fort Collins, so check your address before counting on this option.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 2G — faster than 92% of all internet options in Colorado
Badge = fastest plan reaching at least 5% of the city. Fiber 8G scores higher but reaches ~2%.
- Fiber 8GFiber8,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$165Per month
- Fiber 3GFiber3,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$70Per month
- Fiber 2GFiber2,000 MbpsDownload92Our score$70Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber940 MbpsDownload79Our score$80Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
Source: Quantum Fiber 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 Fort Collins
Fiber is an excellent choice for low-latency gaming, video calls, streaming, and heavy household use, and Quantum Fiber’s 92/100 Speed Score is above Fort Collins’ city average of 68. Fiber 3G offers up to 3,000 Mbps both ways for $70 per month with a 98/100 Speed Score, but it is available to only about 2% of the city, so confirm the plan and fiber connection reach 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 Quantum Fiber
Fiber gives Quantum Fiber excellent performance for streaming, gaming, work, and large uploads, with options including up to 8,000 Mbps both ways. Availability is highly address-dependent: Fiber 500 and Fiber 1 Gig reach about 12% of Fort Collins, while the faster multi-gig plans reach only about 2% to 6%, so check your address before relying on the advertised speeds.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Wiggins Telephone Association
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 82% of all internet options in Colorado
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 Fort Collins
Wiggins Telephone Association’s fiber reaches 6.2% of Fort Collins, so availability is limited and your address must qualify. Where available, its up to 1000 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload plan has a Speed Score of 82, making it an excellent, top-tier option and above the city’s 68 average.
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 Wiggins Telephone Association
Wiggins Telephone Association reaches only 6.2% of Fort Collins, so your chances of getting service are limited and you will need to check your address. Where available, its fiber plan is an excellent option, offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload, but that fast connection is address-dependent.
Available Plans
Fiber
Loveland Pulse
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Colorado
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 Fort Collins
Fiber is a top-tier option for demanding households, with low-latency performance and up to 10,000 Mbps download and 10,000 Mbps upload. Loveland Pulse’s fiber plan has a 99/100 Speed Score and reaches 4.5% of Fort Collins, so confirm fiber availability at 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 Loveland Pulse
Fiber internet offers excellent performance for demanding everyday use, including streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices, with speeds up to 10000 Mbps both ways. Loveland Pulse is an excellent option at addresses where this service is available, but its fiber reaches only about 5% of Fort Collins census blocks, so check your address to confirm eligibility.
Available Plans
Fiber
Nunn Telephone Company
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 82% of all internet options in Colorado
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 Fort Collins
Households that stream heavily, work from home, or need fast, responsive service should consider Nunn Telephone Company’s fiber plan, an excellent choice with up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload, earning a Speed Score of 82/100. It is a top-tier option for demanding online use, though this plan is available to only 3.1% of Fort Collins addresses, so availability must be confirmed at your specific home.
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 Nunn Telephone Company
Nunn Telephone Company is a strong fit for households that need fast, reliable service for streaming, video calls, gaming, and multiple connected devices. Its fiber plan offers excellent speeds up to 1000 Mbps both ways, but availability is limited to about 3% of Fort Collins census blocks, so check your address to see whether this option is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
LightGig Communications LLC
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Colorado
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 Fort Collins
Homes with heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or multiple connected users should consider LightGig Communications LLC’s fiber plan, an excellent choice offering up to 10000 Mbps download and 10000 Mbps upload with a 99/100 Speed Score. This symmetrical, top-tier option is well above Fort Collins’ average top speed score of 68, but availability is address-dependent and reaches about 2% of the city.
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 LightGig Communications LLC
Homes with heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or many connected devices are a strong fit for LightGig Communications LLC, which offers fiber with speeds up to 10000 Mbps both ways. Its fiber service is an excellent option where available, but availability is highly address-dependent, so check your exact address before choosing it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Vistabeam
Speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Plans range $65.9–$95.9 /mo *
Best plan here: Vistabeam Internet Residential Fiber-Speed Wireless 2G — faster than 92% of all internet options in Colorado
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Fiber-Speed Wireless 2GFixed Wireless2,000 MbpsDownload92Our score$95.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Fiber-Speed Wireless 1GFixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$79.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Fiber-Speed Wireless 500Fixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload78Our score$65.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Max Advanced WirelessFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload78Our score$95.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Fast Advanced WirelessFixed Wireless200 MbpsDownload56Our score$79.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Value Advanced WirelessFixed Wireless100 MbpsDownload30Our score$65.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Max Basic WirelessFixed Wireless100 MbpsDownload30Our score$95.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Fast Basic WirelessFixed Wireless50 MbpsDownload17Our score$79.9Per month
- Vistabeam Internet Residential Value Basic WirelessFixed Wireless25 MbpsDownload6Our score$65.9Per month
Source: Vistabeam 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 Fort Collins
Large households, streamers, and remote workers can consider Vistabeam’s Fiber-Speed Wireless 2G plan, which offers up to 2000 Mbps download and 80 Mbps upload with a 92/100 Speed Score, above Fort Collins’s city average of 68. Fixed wireless can be more variable and higher-latency than fiber or cable, but this is a strong option for demanding everyday use. The plan is available to 80.1% of Fort Collins, so confirm that it reaches your 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 Vistabeam
Vistabeam is a strong fit for households that want very fast service for streaming, gaming, remote work, or multiple users, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 2000 Mbps download and up to 80 Mbps upload for about 80% of Fort Collins. The top Fiber-Speed Wireless 2G plan has a Speed Score of 92/100, but availability is address-dependent, so check your location first; the slower 25 Mbps to 200 Mbps options may be only adequate for modern households.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 71% of all internet options in Colorado
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload71Our 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 Fort Collins
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, suitable for everyday streaming, video calls, and connected devices, though performance can vary more than wired connections. Its Speed Score of 71/100 is above Fort Collins’s city average of 68, making it a competitive option, and the plan is available across about 39% of the city. Check your address carefully because this 5G Home plan may not reach every Verizon service 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 Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is a good fit for everyday browsing, streaming, and many work-from-home setups, though performance can vary. This plan has a Speed Score of 71/100 and is available at about 39% of Fort Collins addresses, so check your exact address and compare faster fiber or cable options first if you need consistently strong performance for heavy use or multiple users.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 78% of all internet options in Colorado
- 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 MbpsDownload78Our 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 MbpsDownload78Our 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 MbpsDownload78Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile 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 Fort Collins
T-Mobile suits households seeking affordable home internet for streaming, work, and everyday use, with plans offering up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for $35 per month, or up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload for $45 or $55 per month. Its fixed wireless service has a Speed Score of 78/100, above Fort Collins’s city average of 68, making it a competitive option, though performance can be less consistent than wired service. The 500 Mbps plans are available to about 43% of the city, so confirm availability and expected performance at your 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 T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a good fit for households that want solid everyday performance and can use fixed wireless, with plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a Speed Score of 78/100. The best-priced options require a qualifying postpaid voice bundle, and availability is address-dependent, with the listed plans reaching about 43% of Fort Collins, so check your address first and compare other high-coverage options if you need the consistency of cable or fiber.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps — faster than 71% of all internet options in Colorado
- 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 MbpsDownload71Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T 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 Fort Collins
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, with a good Speed Score of 71/100 for the price. Its score is above Fort Collins’s city average of 68, making it a competitive fixed wireless option for everyday browsing, streaming, and home use. Availability is address-dependent, and this plan reaches about 13% of the city, so check your address before comparing its performance with other technologies available nearby.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About AT&T
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, making it a reasonably priced option for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls. Its fixed wireless technology is adequate rather than excellent, and availability is limited to about 13% of Fort Collins, so check your address first and compare faster cable or fiber options if they are available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Viaero Wireless
Speeds up to 25 Mbps
Plans start at $50 /mo *
Speed Score: Slower than 94% of all internet options in Colorado
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
Adequate
Poor
Adequate
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fort Collins
Viaero Wireless reaches 2.0% of Fort Collins, so availability is limited and your address may not qualify. Its Lbr Fixed Wireless plan offers up to 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 6/100. That is limited performance compared with alternatives, so consider checking other providers first 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 Viaero Wireless
Viaero Wireless reaches about 2% of Fort Collins, so most shoppers have a low chance of being able to order it. Its available option is fixed wireless with up to 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, which is adequate for basic browsing but may feel limited for multiple users, streaming, or work from home, so check for faster providers at your address first.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 78% of all internet options in Colorado
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload78Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload56Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload30Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink 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
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Fort Collins
Satellite internet can provide broad access, but its higher latency may be noticeable for gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 78/100, which is above Fort Collins’s city average of 68 and makes it a competitive option. That plan is available to 100% of the city, but confirm your address because actual satellite service conditions can vary, and compare available technologies if low latency is important to you.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starlink
Satellite internet gives Starlink broad reach, with the fastest plan offering up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, which is good for streaming, video calls, and many households, though satellite latency can still affect gaming and other real-time activities. All listed plans are available to 100.0% of Fort Collins, but check whether fiber or cable is available at your address first, since those technologies generally provide a more responsive connection, while Starlink’s lower-speed plans may be less comfortable for modern heavy-use households.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 70% of all internet options in Colorado
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload30Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload17Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload6Our 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
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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 30/100 Speed Score is well below Fort Collins’ city average of 68. Satellite service can have higher latency and more limited real-world performance than wired options, so consider checking what else is available at your address before choosing it. Fusion is available to 100.0% of Fort Collins.
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
HughesNet costs $39.99 to $94.99 per month for up to 25 to 100 Mbps download speeds, with prices rising after the first 12 months, so the value is limited for households that stream, game, or work online heavily. Satellite service reaches 100.0% of Fort Collins, but its latency and below-average Speed Scores make it a fallback option, so check your address for faster fiber or cable service before choosing HughesNet.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 74% of all internet options in Colorado
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload26Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload14Our 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 Fort Collins
Viasat is a limited-performance choice in Fort Collins, so consider checking other providers first, especially for demanding streaming, gaming, or work needs. Its Viasat Essentials plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload, is available to 100.0% of the city, and has a Speed Score of 26/100, below the city average of 68.
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 mainly an adequate fallback, not a first choice, because its satellite plans offer below-average speeds and can have high latency. Viasat Essentials is the better option here, with up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month and availability to 100% of Fort Collins, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month. Check your address for faster fiber or cable service first, since these satellite plans may not be sufficient for busy households, streaming, or other modern internet needs.
Available Plans
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Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Fort Collins
All 35 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 35 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload78Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- VistabeamVistabeam Internet Residential Fiber-Speed Wireless 2G2,000 MbpsDownload92Our score$95.9Per month~80.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- VistabeamVistabeam Internet Residential Fiber-Speed Wireless 1G1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$79.9Per month~80.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- VistabeamVistabeam Internet Residential Fiber-Speed Wireless 500500 MbpsDownload78Our score$65.9Per month~80.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- VistabeamVistabeam Internet Residential Max Advanced Wireless500 MbpsDownload78Our score$95.9Per month~80.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload56Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload88Our score$100Per month~60.6%CoverageCable
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$50Per month~60.6%CoverageCable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload78Our score$45$55Per month~60.6%CoverageCable
- Xfinity2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)2,000 MbpsDownload92Our score$100Per month~49.1%CoverageCable
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Fort Collins providers head-to-head
See how Fort Collins’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Fort Collins
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for $40/mo promotional pricing, reaching about 61% of Fort Collins.
It balances shared streaming and coursework with broad cable availability.
Check first: Confirm the 300 Mbps tier reaches your specific address before ordering.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Connexion fiber up to 10,000/10,000 Mbps where its roughly 41% footprint reaches your address.
Symmetrical fiber supports demanding video calls, uploads, and cloud work.
Check first: Connexion availability varies by address despite its citywide fiber footprint.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Xfinity 2 Gig cable where available, reaching about 49% of Fort Collins.
Its highest cable tier offers substantial capacity for simultaneous gaming and streaming.
Check first: The 2 Gig tier does not reach Xfinity's entire overall footprint.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential 100 Mbps for $55/mo, available everywhere in Fort Collins.
It provides a consistent option when wired providers do not reach the address.
Check first: The promotional price and service conditions should be confirmed before subscribing.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Fort Collins
Old Town 80524
Connexion is currently the strongest option for Fast symmetrical fiber.
Connexion reaches about 47% of Old Town, ahead of Xfinity at about 18%.
Rigden Farm 80525
Connexion is currently the strongest option for Broad fiber availability.
Connexion reaches about 82% of Rigden Farm, the strongest listed ZIP result.
Front Range Community College, Larimer Campus 80526
Connexion is currently the strongest option for Campus-area fiber.
Connexion reaches about 72% here, while Xfinity reaches about 13%.
ZIP 80521
Connexion is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber.
Connexion reaches about 75% of ZIP 80521, substantially exceeding Xfinity's approximately 14%.
ZIP 80522
Connexion is currently the strongest option for Fiber with cable backup.
Connexion reaches about 57% of ZIP 80522, while Xfinity reaches about 27%.
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
Who is the best internet provider in Fort Collins, CO?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, with 2,000 Mbps cable reaching about 49% of Fort Collins; Connexion offers 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber where its roughly 41% footprint reaches. Choose Connexion only if available at your address and maximum speed matters most.
What is the fastest internet in Fort Collins, CO?
Connexion is fastest at 10,000/10,000 Mbps, reaching about 41% of Fort Collins; Xfinity reaches about 49% with cable up to 2,000 Mbps. Connexion is the faster choice if it reaches your address, while Xfinity is the best overall provider.
Which internet provider covers the most of Fort Collins, CO?
Vistabeam covers the most of Fort Collins, reaching about 80% of the city, the widest footprint of any wired or fixed-wireless provider. Satellite from Starlink and HughesNet reaches every address but with higher latency.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Fort Collins, CO?
T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps is cheapest at $35/mo promotional pricing for 12 months, reaching about 43% of Fort Collins; it requires a qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line. After 12 months, the listed price is $50/mo.
Can I get fiber internet in Fort Collins?
Eight listed providers offer fiber, with Connexion reaching about 41% of Fort Collins at up to 10,000/10,000 Mbps. Fiber availability varies sharply by address, although Connexion reaches about 82% in Rigden Farm and about 75% in ZIP 80521.
What internet speed do I need in Fort Collins?
A 300-500 Mbps plan suits many Fort Collins households, with Xfinity offering 300 Mbps reaching about 61% and T-Mobile offering 400 Mbps reaching about 43%. Larger households with intensive uploads should check Connexion's 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber where available.
Is Connexion available in Rigden Farm?
Connexion reaches about 82% of Rigden Farm with 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber. Verify the exact address because ZIP-level coverage does not guarantee service at every home.
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
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 Fort Collins report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Fort Collins
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.