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Shop and compare 8 internet providers for Hollywood, FL
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedFiber is the option to want in Hollywood: AT&T reaches 94.7% of the city overall, while its up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 59%; Hotwire Communications reaches 2.0% overall, with up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps fiber available to about 2%. Fiber is genuinely worthwhile for heavy work-from-home, big uploads, competitive gaming, and a house full of devices, so check your address for it first. Fiber delivers the premium experience, while cable delivers the practical reach and value. Xfinity reaches 99.5% of Hollywood overall, and its up to 2,000/300 Mbps cable tier reaches about 68%; Breezeline reaches 1.1% overall, with up to 1,000/50 Mbps cable available to about 1%. Hollywood Hills, ZIP 33021, strongly favors AT&T at 77.3%, while Hollywood Lakes is closer, with Xfinity at 39.8% and AT&T at 35.4%; Driftwood, ZIP 33024, leans AT&T at 65.6%, while Emerald Hills deserves an address check. Do you actually need multi-gig fiber, or is cable the smarter, cheaper choice for streaming, browsing, and video calls? T-Mobile reaches 91.0% overall and Verizon 56.3%, making fixed wireless reasonable budget backups, while Starlink, reaching 100.0% with up to 220/30 Mbps, is the true fallback if wired service misses your address; apartment residents should confirm their unit is wired for fiber.
Best plan here: 1.2/2 Gig — faster than 94% of all internet options in Florida
- 1.2/2 Gig$90/mo for the first 12 months, then $100/moFiber/Cable2,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$90Per month
- 1 Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/moFiber/Cable1,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$60Per month
- 500 Mbps$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moFiber/Cable500 MbpsDownload77Our score$50Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $45/moFiber/Cable300 MbpsDownload77Our 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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Hollywood
Xfinity reaches 99.5% of Hollywood, giving most residents a strong chance of service. Its fiber and cable plans vary by address, and fiber is the connection to want where available: the up to 2,000 Mbps plan scores 94 and the up to 1,000 Mbps plan scores 90, though each reaches only 4.0% of the city. Cable service is a solid option too, with up to 500 Mbps and 300 Mbps plans scoring 77, above Hollywood’s 76 average top speed score, so check your exact address to see which technology and speed tier you can get.
About Xfinity
Xfinity reaches 99.5% of Hollywood, so it is a strong bet that service is available at your address. Its fiber/cable plans offer up to 300 Mbps, 500 Mbps, 1,000 Mbps, or 2,000 Mbps, with good to excellent speed scores, and fiber is the connection to want where available, but each tier reaches only 4.0% of the city, so check your exact address to see whether you qualify for the faster options.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Fiber 5 GIG — faster than 97% of all internet options in Florida
- AT&T Fiber 5 GIG$95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/moFiber5,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$95Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/moFiber1,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $75/moFiber500 MbpsDownload77Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload76Our score$55Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300$35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moFiber300 MbpsDownload77Our score$35Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Hollywood
Starting at $35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo, AT&T Fiber 300 offers up to 300 Mbps in both directions with a 77/100 Speed Score, while $50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo, gets you up to 1,000 Mbps symmetrically with a 90/100 score. AT&T fiber is an excellent choice and the option to want for demanding streaming, gaming, and work, with its up to 5,000 Mbps tier scoring 97/100 for $95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/mo. AT&T reaches 94.7% of Hollywood, but its fiber plans reach 59.0% of the city and Internet Air fixed wireless reaches 20.9%, so check your exact address to confirm whether the top-tier fiber performance is available.
About AT&T
AT&T Fiber 300 costs $35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo, for up to 300 Mbps both ways, while Fiber 1 GIG costs $50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo, for up to 1000 Mbps both ways. Fiber is the connection to want, and it reaches 59.0% of the city, so check your exact address even though AT&T reaches 94.7% overall. Where fiber is unavailable, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps both ways for $55/mo, then $60/mo, but its fixed wireless service reaches only 20.9% of the city and can be a less consistent fallback.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 77% of all internet options in Florida
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload77Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload76Our score$35Per month
Source: Verizon 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 Hollywood
5G Fixed Wireless is an adequate choice for everyday browsing, streaming, and work, with 5G Home offering up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload at a Speed Score of 76, and 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload at a score of 77. That makes Verizon competitive with Hollywood’s average top speed score of 76, while both plans reach 56.0% of addresses within Verizon’s 56.3% city coverage. Availability and real-world performance can vary by address, so confirm that 5G Fixed Wireless service reaches your exact location before choosing a plan.
About Verizon
5G fixed wireless is an adequate option for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, with 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $45/mo promotional, then $70/mo, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $35/mo promotional, then $60/mo. Verizon reaches 56.3% of Hollywood, and each plan is available to 56.0% of the city, but fixed wireless performance depends on your exact address, so check availability and consider faster wired options first if you have demanding work, gaming, or many connected devices.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Amplified Home Internet — faster than 76% of all internet options in Florida
- Amplified Home Internet$60/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload76Our score$60Per month
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload76Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload76Our 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 Hollywood
Households seeking affordable internet for streaming, work, and everyday use can consider T-Mobile’s 5G Fixed Wireless plans, offering up to 498 Mbps with a 76/100 Speed Score that matches Hollywood’s average top speed score. T-Mobile reaches 91.0% of Hollywood, but these plans reach 57.0% of the city at the plan level, so check your exact address, and keep in mind that fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired connections; Rely offers up to 354 Mbps for $50/mo, while Amplified and All-In offer up to 498 Mbps for $60/mo and $70/mo.
About T-Mobile
Households needing good everyday speeds without a wired connection may find T-Mobile a practical choice, with 5G fixed wireless plans offering up to 498 Mbps, a 76/100 Speed Score, and prices from $50/mo to $70/mo before promotional rates end. T-Mobile reaches 91.0% of Hollywood, but each listed plan is available to 57.0% of the city, so check your exact address and compare fiber or cable first if you need the most consistent performance.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 77% of all internet options in Florida
- Internet 500 Mbps$50 Gift cardFiber500 MbpsDownload77Our score$40Per month
Source: Breezeline 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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Hollywood
Breezeline is a competitive fiber option in Hollywood, though its reach is very limited. Its Internet 500 Mbps plan offers up to 500 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 77/100, slightly above the city’s 76 average; the plan reaches 0.1% of the city, while Breezeline overall covers 1.1%. Fiber is the connection to want, so check your exact address to confirm this plan is available.
About Breezeline
Breezeline is worth checking at your address because its fiber Internet 500 Mbps plan offers up to 500 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for $40/mo plus a $50 reward card, with a good 77/100 Speed Score. However, Breezeline reaches just 1.1% of Hollywood overall, and this fiber plan is available to only 0.1%, so verify your exact address before counting on this strong option.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Hotwire Communications
Speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Florida
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 Hollywood
Fiber is the connection to want for low-latency gaming, video calls, streaming, and heavy uploads, and Hotwire Communications offers a top-tier option with up to 8,000 Mbps both ways and a 99/100 Speed Score. That 8,000 Mbps plan reaches 0.5% of Hollywood, while Hotwire’s overall coverage is 2.0% of the city, so check your exact address to confirm fiber availability and tier options. Its up to 2,000 Mbps both-ways plan reaches 0.8% and scores 94/100, well above the city’s 76 average.
About Hotwire Communications
Fiber is the connection to want for smooth streaming, gaming, video calls, and heavy uploads, and Hotwire Communications offers excellent plans with up to 8,000 Mbps both ways. Availability is highly address-dependent: the provider reaches 2.0% of Hollywood overall, while its up to 8,000 Mbps plan reaches 0.5% of census blocks and its up to 2,000 Mbps plan reaches 0.8%, so check your exact address to see whether Hotwire fiber is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 69% of all internet options in Florida
- Residential – MaxSatellite400 MbpsDownload69Our score$130Per month
- Residential – 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload45Our score$85Per month
- Residential – 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload45Our 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 Hollywood
Satellite internet offers broad reach for everyday browsing and streaming, but its higher latency can make gaming and video calls less responsive. Starlink’s Residential Max plan provides up to 400 Mbps with a 69/100 Speed Score, while its 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans score 45/100, all below Hollywood’s 76 average top speed score. Starlink covers 100.0% of Hollywood, but customers should check other technologies at their exact address first for stronger real-world performance.
About Starlink
Satellite internet reaches 100.0% of Hollywood, making Starlink widely available, but its higher latency can be noticeable during video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities. Plans offer up to 400 Mbps for $130/mo, with options at up to 200 Mbps for $85/mo or up to 100 Mbps for $55/mo, though these are below-average speed tiers. Check your exact address for fiber or cable first, since wired service is generally better for modern needs, while Starlink is a practical fallback where those options are unavailable.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Elite — slower than 70% of all internet options in Florida
- Elite$64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload30Our score$64.99Per month
- 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 MbpsDownload1Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload1Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Hollywood
At $64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/mo, HughesNet’s Elite plan buys up to 100 Mbps over satellite, but its 30/100 Speed Score indicates limited performance compared with alternatives. Satellite service reaches 100.0% of Hollywood, making HughesNet a fallback for addresses wired providers miss, though shoppers should check what other options are available at their exact address first.
About HughesNet
At $64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/mo, HughesNet’s Elite plan buys up to 100 Mbps over satellite, while plans start at $39.99/mo for up to 25 Mbps, so the value is modest for modern households. HughesNet reaches 100.0% of Hollywood, but because all of its plans are satellite with below-average speed scores, check your exact address for faster fiber or cable service first and consider HughesNet mainly as a fallback where wired options are unavailable.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Hollywood
All 22 product lines from 7 providers that actually serve this city, with the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 22 plans
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload69Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 5 GIG$95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/mo5,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$95$135Per month~59%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 1 GIG$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo1,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$50$90Per month~59%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 300$35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload77Our score$35$60Per month~59%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 500$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $75/mo500 MbpsDownload77Our score$50$75Per month~59%CoverageFiber
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload45Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload45Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- T-MobileRely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo354 MbpsDownload76Our score$50$60Per month~57%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileAmplified Home Internet$60/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo498 MbpsDownload76Our score$60$70Per month~57%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileAll-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo498 MbpsDownload76Our score$70$80Per month~57%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Hollywood providers head-to-head
See how Hollywood’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Hollywood
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Check AT&T fiber first; otherwise Xfinity cable offers a widely available shared-home option.
Xfinity reaches 99.5% citywide, with up to 2,000/300 Mbps cable available to about 68%.
Check first: Confirm the exact Xfinity speed tier and check fiber availability at your address.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Check AT&T fiber first for symmetric upload and download speeds; use Xfinity where fiber is unavailable.
AT&T reaches 94.7% citywide, while its symmetric 5,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 59%.
Check first: The 5,000 Mbps fiber tier requires address-level availability within AT&T's footprint.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Prioritize AT&T fiber, then consider Hotwire fiber or Xfinity cable where those options are unavailable.
AT&T's 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 59%; Hotwire's 8,000/8,000 Mbps fiber reaches 2.0%.
Check first: Those fiber speeds require address-level availability; Xfinity's 2,000/300 tier reaches about 68%.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Check AT&T fiber first; Starlink is the fallback where wired options miss.
Starlink reaches 100.0% citywide, with its 220/30 Mbps tier available to about 100%.
Check first: Its satellite tier is slower than the listed fiber and cable tiers.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Hollywood
Hollywood Lakes
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Xfinity leads with 39.8% for 2,000/300 cable; AT&T fiber is listed at 35.4%, so check fiber first.
Downtown Hollywood Arts and Entertainment District
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fiber-first home networking.
AT&T leads with 64.1% for 5,000/5,000 fiber; Hotwire adds 1.0% fiber coverage.
Hollywood Hills
AT&T is currently the strongest option for High-performance fiber.
AT&T's 5,000/5,000 fiber is listed at 77.3%, well ahead of Xfinity's 18.3% 2,000/300 cable.
ZIP 33023
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fiber-heavy households.
AT&T fiber leads at 81.5% for 5,000/5,000 service, while Xfinity's 2,000/300 cable reaches 11.3%.
Driftwood
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fiber and remote work.
AT&T's 5,000/5,000 fiber leads Driftwood at 65.6%; Xfinity's 2,000/300 cable reaches 21.9%.
Internet providers near Hollywood
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Hollywood, check the neighboring market directly.
Hollywood Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Hollywood?
Hotwire Communications lists the fastest service, 8,000/8,000 Mbps fiber, but it reaches only 2.0% of Hollywood. AT&T's up-to-5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 59% of the city, so check AT&T first, then Hotwire at your address.
Can I get fiber internet in Hollywood, FL?
Yes—AT&T reaches 94.7% of Hollywood overall, while its 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 59%. Check your address for fiber first, because the provider's overall footprint is larger than its fastest fiber tier.
What's the cheapest internet in Hollywood, FL?
AT&T and Verizon tie for the lowest advertised promotional starting rate at $35/mo. Check AT&T fiber first at your address, then compare Verizon's fixed wireless offer and the applicable plan terms.
What speed should I get for my Hollywood home?
Homes seeking gigabit service can look for AT&T's 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber, available to about 16%, or Xfinity's 2,000/300 Mbps cable, available to about 68%. Check fiber first for balanced upload and download performance, then use Xfinity where fiber is unavailable.
Can I get fiber in Hollywood Lakes?
In Hollywood Lakes ZIP 33019, AT&T's 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber is listed across 35.4% of the ZIP. Check your address first for fiber, with Xfinity's 2,000/300 Mbps cable listed at 39.8% as the wider alternative.
How We Analyze Internet in Hollywood
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 Hollywood report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Hollywood
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.