MELBOURNE, FL
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Shop and compare 9 internet providers for Melbourne, FL
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Melbourne, FL, your best bet is AT&T, covering ~88% of the city with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. AT&T’s 5000/5000 Mbps fiber reaches ~37% of the city, so that top speed is not available across its full footprint. Spectrum is a close alternative, reaching 91.6% citywide; its cable reaches ~90% at up to 1000/35 Mbps, while fiber reaches ~3% at up to 1000/500 Mbps. In Southgate (32901), Spectrum leads at 43.8% versus AT&T’s 41.9%, with AT&T’s share on 5000/5000 Mbps fiber; the Eastern Florida State College area in 32935 favors AT&T at 49.4%. ZIP 32934 is the clearest cable-heavy pocket, with Spectrum at 66.6% on 1000/35 Mbps cable, while 32940 is more fiber-friendly, with AT&T at 36.7% on 5000/5000 Mbps fiber. Students at Florida Institute of Technology, Eastern Florida State College, and Keiser University should compare apartment options carefully, while anyone in College View Estates should verify the connection type, since older copper lines can complicate Zoom, streaming, and gaming. T-Mobile and Verizon are worth checking for fixed wireless, and confirm the exact address because technology and speed can change street by street.
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 Fiber 300$35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moFiber300 MbpsDownload77Our score$35Per month
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload76Our score$55Per 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 Melbourne
At $95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/mo, AT&T Fiber 5 GIG offers up to 5000 Mbps down and 5000 Mbps up, making it a top-tier option with a 97/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 70. Fiber availability is address-specific, and this plan reaches 37.1% of Melbourne, so confirm that your address qualifies before assuming the faster fiber experience rather than AT&T’s fixed wireless service.
About AT&T
Introductory pricing starts at $35/mo for up to 300 Mbps both ways, while $50/mo buys up to 1000 Mbps both ways and $95/mo buys up to 5000 Mbps both ways for the first 12 months, making AT&T Fiber an excellent value where available. Fiber is address-dependent and available to 46.6% of the city, while AT&T Internet Air reaches 20.9% with up to 300 Mbps for $55/mo, an adequate fallback that may not be enough for busy households or demanding modern use, so check your address for fiber first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Internet Gig — faster than 88% of all internet options in Florida
- Internet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/moCable1,000 MbpsDownload88Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/moCable500 MbpsDownload77Our score$40Per month
- Internet AdvantageCable100 MbpsDownload55Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Melbourne
Up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, with an 88/100 Speed Score, can comfortably support streaming, video calls, gaming, and many connected devices. Spectrum is a reliable cable option with a score above Melbourne’s city average of 70, and Internet Gig is available to 90.2% of the city at $60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo.
About Spectrum
Spectrum’s cable plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, which can comfortably handle 4K streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices. Its 500 Mbps and 100 Mbps alternatives are still practical for typical households, but cable availability is address-dependent and listed for 90.2% of Melbourne, so check your address before choosing.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Wire 3
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Price
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 Melbourne
Households with heavy streaming, gaming, large uploads, or many connected devices will find Wire 3’s fiber an excellent choice, with up to 10000 Mbps download and 10000 Mbps upload and a 99/100 Speed Score. Availability is highly address-specific, since this fiber plan covers 1.6% of Melbourne, so confirm it reaches your address before relying on its top-tier performance.
About Wire 3
For homes with heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or many connected devices, Wire 3 is an excellent choice because its fiber plan offers up to 10000 Mbps download and 10000 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 99/100. It is available in 1.6% of census blocks, so check your address before counting on this top-tier option.
Available Plans
Fiber
Hotwire Communications
Speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Price
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 Melbourne
Fiber is an excellent choice for low-latency browsing, streaming, gaming, and heavy uploads, with plans offering up to 8,000 Mbps download and 8,000 Mbps upload at a 99/100 Speed Score. That top-tier plan reaches 0.2% of Melbourne, so availability depends on your exact address, while Hotwire also offers up to 1,000 Mbps download and 200 Mbps upload with an 87/100 Speed Score. Where available, Hotwire’s fiber is a top-tier option for demanding home internet use.
About Hotwire Communications
Fiber gives Hotwire Communications an excellent choice for demanding households, with plans offering up to 8,000 Mbps both ways or up to 1,000 Mbps down and 200 Mbps up, making streaming, gaming, video calls, and large downloads easy. Availability is highly address-dependent: the 8,000 Mbps plan covers 0.2% of census blocks and the 1,000 Mbps plan covers 0.8%, so check your address to see whether one of these fast fiber options is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: All-In Home Internet — faster than 76% of all internet options in Florida
- 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 Melbourne
Streaming households, remote workers, and families seeking strong everyday speeds may find T-Mobile a good fit. Its 5G Fixed Wireless plans have a 76/100 Speed Score, above Melbourne’s city average of 70, with All-In offering up to 498↓/55↑ Mbps for $70/mo and Rely offering up to 354↓/55↑ Mbps for $50/mo. Fixed wireless can be more variable than fiber or cable, and these plans are available to 57.3% of Melbourne, so check your address before counting on the advertised performance.
About T-Mobile
Households seeking solid everyday speeds at a lower price, without needing fiber or cable, may find T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless a good fit. All-In Home Internet offers up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo, while Rely offers up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo; both score 76/100 and are available to 57.3% of Melbourne, so check your address because fixed wireless availability is location-dependent and can be less consistent than wired service.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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 Melbourne
Satellite service can support everyday browsing and streaming, but its higher latency may feel less responsive for gaming and interactive video calls. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload for $130/mo, scores 69/100, about the same as the city average of 70, and is shown as available to 100.0% of Melbourne. Its 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans both score 45/100, so check other technologies available at your specific address before choosing a lower-tier satellite plan.
About Starlink
Starlink uses satellite internet, so it can reach homes without wired service, but higher latency may be noticeable for gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Its fastest plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload for $130/mo, with options for up to 200 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload for $85/mo or up to 100 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload for $55/mo, available to 100.0% of Melbourne; check your address for fiber or cable first, since those technologies are usually more responsive and better for demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
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 Melbourne
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless can support everyday streaming, video calls, and gaming, with 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload. Both plans are available to 51.1% of Melbourne, so confirm your address before signing up, and remember that fixed wireless performance can vary with location and network conditions. With Speed Scores of 77 and 76, Verizon is above the city average of 70 and a competitive option, though fixed wireless may be less consistent than fiber or cable.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service is an adequate alternative to wired internet for streaming, video calls, and everyday use, with 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $45/mo promotional pricing, then $70/mo, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $35/mo promotional pricing, then $60/mo. Both plans are available to 51.1% of Melbourne, so check your address first, and compare fiber or cable options if available because they generally provide more consistent performance for demanding households.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 70% of all internet options in Florida
- 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 Melbourne
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 Speed Score is only 30/100, below Melbourne’s city average of 70. Satellite’s higher latency and limited performance compared with alternatives make it worth checking what else is available at your specific address, even though Fusion is listed as available to 100.0% of Melbourne.
About HughesNet
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 satellite service with a Speed Score of 30/100 is a limited tradeoff for that price. The cheaper Select and Lite plans cost $49.99/mo and $39.99/mo, offering up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload or up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload, so check for a faster local provider first, especially for streaming, gaming, or multiple users, even though HughesNet is available to 100.0% of Melbourne.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 99% of all internet options in Florida
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload1Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload1Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Melbourne
Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with alternatives in Melbourne, even though its listed satellite plans are available to 100.0% of the city. Both plans have a Speed Score of 1/100, below the city average of 70: Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo, while Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo. Because satellite service can have higher latency and slower real-world responsiveness than wired options, check what else is available at your address before committing.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a fallback option in Melbourne, so check whether a faster provider is available at your address first. Its satellite plans are available to 100.0% of the city, but offer up to 55 Mbps down and 4 Mbps up for $69.99/mo, or up to 34 Mbps down and 4 Mbps up for $99.99/mo, each with a Speed Score of 1/100, and satellite latency may make video calls, gaming, and other modern uses less reliable.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Melbourne
All 20 product lines from the 7 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 20 plans
- SpectrumInternet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload88Our score$60$70Per month~90.2%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload77Our score$40$50Per month~90.2%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload69Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Advantage100 MbpsDownload55Our score$30Per month~90.2%CoverageCable
- 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~57.3%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileAll-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo498 MbpsDownload76Our score$70$80Per month~57.3%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 1 GIG$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo1,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$50$90Per month~46.6%CoverageFiber
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload77Our score$45$70Per month~51.1%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.
Best Fit by Household Type in Melbourne
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Spectrum Internet Advantage at a promotional starting rate of $30/mo for 100 Mbps, reaching 90.2% of Melbourne.
It combines Melbourne’s lowest listed price with 90.2% plan reach for shared classes, browsing, and streaming.
Check first: Confirm the address; this plan reaches 90.2%, not every Melbourne location.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose AT&T Fiber 300 at a promotional starting rate of $35/mo for 300 Mbps, reaching 46.6% of Melbourne.
Its 300 Mbps fiber tier supports simultaneous work and video calls where available, with 46.6% plan reach.
Check first: Verify fiber eligibility; AT&T’s 88.0% overall footprint is larger than Fiber 300’s 46.6% reach.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Spectrum Internet Gig for 1,000 Mbps, with the plan reaching 90.2% of Melbourne.
Spectrum’s cable tier reaches about 90%, while its 1,000/500 Mbps fiber reaches only about 3%.
Check first: Check whether your address receives cable or fiber; Spectrum’s overall footprint is 91.6%.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Use Starlink Residential – 100 Mbps at a promotional starting rate of $55/mo, reaching 100% of Melbourne.
Its 100 Mbps entry plan reaches 100%, versus HughesNet Lite’s 25 Mbps plan, which also reaches 100%.
Check first: Check alternatives first: AT&T Fiber 300 reaches 46.6%, while Verizon 5G Home reaches 51.1%.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Melbourne
Southgate
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
In Southgate ZIP 32901, Spectrum covers 43.8% with cable, while AT&T 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber covers 41.9%.
Eau Gallie Arts District
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fast fiber availability.
Eau Gallie Arts District's ZIP 32935 lists AT&T fiber at 49.4%, Spectrum cable at 38.2%, and Wire 3 fiber at 6.5%.
ZIP 32902
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for High-coverage cable internet.
ZIP 32902 shows Spectrum cable at 57.9%, AT&T 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber at 23.4%, and Starlink at 14.0%.
ZIP 32912
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Gigabit fiber households.
ZIP 32912 leads with AT&T 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber at 52.6%, followed by Spectrum cable at 28.9%.
ZIP 32934
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Broad cable reach.
ZIP 32934 has Spectrum cable at 66.6%, while AT&T 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches 12.5%.
Internet providers near Melbourne
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Melbourne, check the neighboring market directly.
Melbourne Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Melbourne, FL?
Wire 3 lists the fastest tier at 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber, reaching about 2% of Melbourne. That makes it a niche option; AT&T Fiber 5 GIG reaches 37.1% at 5,000 Mbps, while Spectrum Internet Gig reaches 90.2% at 1,000 Mbps.
Can I get fiber internet in Melbourne, FL?
Yes—AT&T Fiber 300, AT&T Fiber 1 GIG, and AT&T Fiber 500 each reach 46.6% of Melbourne; AT&T Fiber 5 GIG reaches 37.1%. Wire 3 fiber reaches about 2%, and Hotwire Communications fiber reaches 1.0%, so eligibility requires an address check.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Melbourne, FL?
Spectrum Internet Advantage is the cheapest option at a promotional starting rate of $30/mo for 100 Mbps, reaching 90.2% of Melbourne. Its 90.2% reach still leaves some addresses to verify before ordering, even though it is the city’s lowest listed price.
What internet speed do I need in Melbourne, FL?
Choose 300 Mbps for a moderate household; AT&T Fiber 300 reaches 46.6% of Melbourne. For heavier simultaneous use, Spectrum Internet Gig provides 1,000 Mbps and reaches 90.2%, while AT&T Fiber 1 GIG provides 1,000 Mbps and reaches 46.6%.
What internet is available in Southgate, Melbourne, FL?
In Southgate ZIP 32901, Spectrum covers 43.8% with cable, while AT&T covers 41.9% with 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber. Starlink adds 7.5% at 220/30 Mbps, while AT&T’s 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber appears in 5.9%, so check your exact address.
How We Analyze Internet in Melbourne
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 Melbourne report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Melbourne
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.