ST PETERSBURG, FL
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Shop and compare 10 internet providers for St Petersburg, FL
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn St Petersburg, FL, your best bet is Spectrum, covering ~93% of the city with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. However, if Frontier is available at your address, it can be the better, faster pick: its fiber reaches ~27% of the city at speeds up to 7,000 Mbps, while Frontier overall covers ~39%. In ZIP 33704, Old Northeast favors Frontier fiber at 55.6% for 7,000/7,000 Mbps, plus 9.0% for 5,000/5,000 Mbps. ZIP 33713, including Historic Kenwood, leans WOW at 73.6% with speeds up to 1,200 Mbps, while ZIP 33706 has Frontier’s 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber at 77.9%. ZIP 33702 splits between Frontier’s 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber at 35.0% and its 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber at 28.4%. Near the University of South Florida St. Petersburg, apartments may differ from homes, so students at Eckerd College and St. Petersburg College should verify cable or fiber for Zoom, streaming, and gaming, and watch for old copper. Fixed wireless from T-Mobile, Verizon, Rapid Systems, or AT&T is another option, but coverage changes street to street, so confirm the exact address, including in Snell Isle and Disston Heights.
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 St Petersburg
With up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, Spectrum’s Internet Gig can handle 4K streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices at once. Its cable service is a reliable choice, with a Speed Score of 88/100, above the city average of 61. Internet Gig is available to 93.1% of St Petersburg, but checking your address is still important because plan availability can vary.
About Spectrum
Spectrum’s cable Internet Gig plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, which is excellent for busy households, 4K streaming, gaming, and multiple video calls. It is a strong option where available, covering 93.1% of the city, with a 500 Mbps plan as a good lower-cost choice, while the 100 Mbps tier is better suited to lighter internet use, so confirm the plan available at your address.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 7 Gig — faster than 99% of all internet options in Florida
- Fiber 7 GigFiber7,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$109.99Per month
- Fiber 5 GigFiber5,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$89.99Per month
- Fiber 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$64.99Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$49.99Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload77Our score$29.99Per month
- Fiber 200Fiber200 MbpsDownload77Our score$29.99Per month
Source: Frontier 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 St Petersburg
Frontier’s 99/100 Speed Score signals top-tier performance for whole-home 4K streaming, online gaming, video calls, and large uploads, with Fiber 7 Gig offering up to 7000 Mbps both ways. Fiber is an excellent choice, and this score is above the city average of 61, but Fiber 7 Gig is available to 27.0% of St Petersburg, so your address determines whether you can get this best-performing option.
About Frontier
Frontier’s fastest plan is Fiber 7 Gig, offering up to 7000 Mbps both ways, which can comfortably handle busy households with multiple streams, gaming, large downloads, and work from home. This excellent fiber service is address-dependent: Fiber 7 Gig is available to 27.0% of St Petersburg, while the other listed fiber plans reach 38.0%, so check your address to see which tier you can order.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Best plan here: Fiber 300 — faster than 77% of all internet options in Florida
- Fiber 300Cable300 MbpsDownload77Our score$25Per month
Source: WOW Internet, Cable & Phone 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
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for St Petersburg
WOW Internet, Cable & Phone is a solid, reliable cable option in St Petersburg, with up to 300 Mbps download and 300 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 77/100, above the city average of 61. The plan is available to 79.9% of the city, but availability is address-specific, so confirm that this cable service reaches your home before choosing it.
About WOW Internet, Cable & Phone
WOW Internet, Cable & Phone is a good budget choice for most households in its service area. Its Cable Fiber 300 plan costs $25/mo and offers up to 300 Mbps download and 300 Mbps upload, with a good 77/100 speed score and availability across 79.9% of St Petersburg, though you should confirm the plan is offered at your address.
Available Plans
Cable
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 St Petersburg
Budget-conscious households with typical streaming, browsing, and work needs may find T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless a practical fit, with a 76/100 Speed Score above St Petersburg’s city average of 61 and plans offering up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $70/mo, or up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $50/mo. Because fixed wireless availability is address-specific and these plans reach 58.9% of the city, check your address first, especially if consistent low-latency performance is important.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a practical fit for households that want good everyday speeds for streaming, video calls, and remote work without needing fiber or cable. Its 5G fixed wireless plans offer up to 498 Mbps down and 55 Mbps up for $70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo, or up to 354 Mbps down and 55 Mbps up for $50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo, but fixed wireless can be less consistent and each plan is available to 58.9% of St Petersburg, so check your address before relying on it.
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 St Petersburg
Satellite internet can support everyday browsing and streaming, but its higher latency may be noticeable for gaming and video calls. Starlink’s Residential – Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload for $130/mo, earning a 69/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 61. The 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans offer up to 200 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload and up to 100 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, respectively, but both score 45/100. Each listed plan shows 100.0% availability in St Petersburg, though checking your address and other available technologies first is sensible because satellite performance is more limited than wired alternatives.
About Starlink
Starlink uses satellite internet, making service available to 100.0% of St Petersburg and offering a practical option where wired service is unavailable, though satellite latency may be noticeable during gaming and some video calls. Its fastest Residential Max plan costs $130/mo for up to 400 Mbps download and up to 30 Mbps upload, with 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans also available, so check your address for fiber or cable first if possible since those technologies are generally more responsive for modern internet 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 St Petersburg
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service can support everyday streaming, browsing, and video calls, with 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, and 5G Home offering up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload. Their Speed Scores of 77/100 and 76/100 are above St. Petersburg’s city average of 61, making Verizon a competitive choice, though fixed wireless performance can vary more than wired connections. Both plans are available to 56.5% of the city, so confirm service at your address before choosing a plan.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service is an adequate option for streaming, remote work, and everyday browsing, with plans offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, though performance can vary with signal and congestion. Both 5G Home Plus and 5G Home are available to 56.5% of St Petersburg, so check your address first, especially if you need consistently strong upload performance.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air — faster than 76% of all internet options in Florida
- 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 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 St Petersburg
At $55/mo promotional pricing, then $60/mo, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 300 Mbps upload with a 76/100 Speed Score, making it a competitive value above St. Petersburg’s 61 city average. The 5G fixed-wireless plan is available to 35.0% of the city, so confirm service at your address and consider that fixed wireless may be less consistent than wired alternatives.
About AT&T
At a $55/mo promotional rate that rises to $60/mo, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps down and 300 Mbps up, with a good Speed Score of 76/100 for the price. Fixed wireless is an adequate option for many households, though performance can vary more than with fiber or cable, and it is available to 35.0% of St Petersburg, so check your address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Rapid Systems
Speeds up to 50 Mbps
Plans range $79–$159.95 /mo *
Best plan here: 250M/50M — slower than 52% of all internet options in Florida
- 250M/50MWireless250 MbpsDownload48Our score$159.95Per month
- 150M/50MWireless150 MbpsDownload48Our score$129.95Per month
- 100M/20MWireless100 MbpsDownload48Our score$109.95Per month
- 50M/10MWireless50 MbpsDownload42Our score$89.95Per month
- 25M/5MWireless25 MbpsDownload1Our score$79Per month
Source: Rapid Systems 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for St Petersburg
Rapid Systems reaches 66.7% of St Petersburg on its listed plans, giving many households a chance to qualify, though availability and performance still depend on your exact address. Its fastest Wireless plan offers up to 250 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, but its 48/100 Speed Score is below the city average of 61, so performance is limited compared with alternatives and checking other providers first is sensible.
About Rapid Systems
Rapid Systems reaches 66.7% of St Petersburg, giving many residents a reasonable chance of getting service. Its fixed-wireless plans offer up to 250 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, but the top plans have a 48/100 Speed Score and lower tiers can be much slower, so check your address for a faster fiber or cable option first if your household needs dependable performance for modern internet use.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr 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 St Petersburg
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 below the city average of 61. As a satellite service, it offers limited performance and higher latency than fiber or cable, so check what other options are available at your address, especially for gaming, video calls, and heavy streaming. Fusion is available to 100.0% of St Petersburg, while the lower-cost Select and Lite plans offer up to 50/5 Mbps and 25/3 Mbps, respectively, and both have a 1/100 Speed Score.
About HughesNet
At $39.99/mo, HughesNet’s Lite plan buys up to 25 Mbps, while $49.99/mo Select offers up to 50 Mbps and $94.99/mo Fusion up to 100 Mbps, so the value is mainly basic connectivity rather than fast performance. Because all three are satellite plans with below-average speed scores and higher latency, check your address for fiber or cable first, since HughesNet’s 100.0% availability may not be sufficient for modern streaming, gaming, or multiple users.
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 St Petersburg
Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in St Petersburg, with satellite service offering up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload on Viasat Essentials for $69.99/mo, and a Speed Score of 1/100, below the city average of 61. Viasat Unleashed costs $99.99/mo for up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload, also with a 1/100 Speed Score. Both plans are available to 100.0% of the city, but satellite’s higher latency makes it worth checking other providers at your address first, especially for gaming, video calls, or demanding streaming.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is best treated as a fallback in St Petersburg, so check whether faster internet is available at your address before signing up. Its satellite service covers 100.0% of the city, but the fastest plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 1/100, and satellite’s higher latency can be frustrating for gaming, video calls, and busy households.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in St Petersburg
All 28 product lines from the 10 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 28 plans
- SpectrumInternet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload88Our score$60$70Per month~93.1%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload77Our score$40$50Per month~93.1%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload69Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- WOW Internet, Cable & PhoneFiber 300300 MbpsDownload77Our score$25Per month~79.9%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Advantage100 MbpsDownload55Our score$30Per month~93.1%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~58.9%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileAll-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo498 MbpsDownload76Our score$70$80Per month~58.9%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload77Our score$45$70Per month~56.5%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 St Petersburg
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose WOW Internet, Cable & Phone Fiber 300 at a promotional starting rate of $25/mo, reaching 79.9% of St.
WOW reaches 73.6% of Historic Kenwood’s ZIP 33713, a strong local footprint for shared use.
Check first: Confirm the address; ZIP and city percentages do not guarantee every building.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Pick Frontier Fiber 500 at a promotional starting rate of $29.99/mo for 500 Mbps, reaching 38% of St.
Frontier’s 7,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 27%, while its 500 Mbps tier reaches 38%.
Check first: Verify the address; Frontier’s 7 Gig tier reaches about 27%.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Frontier Fiber 7 Gig at its $109.99/mo promotional starting rate for 7,000 Mbps, reaching about 27% citywide.
Its 7,000 Mbps fiber is St.
Check first: Confirm the address; 7 Gig reaches about 27%, versus 38% for Fiber 500.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential – 100 Mbps at a promotional starting rate of $55/mo, reaching 100% of St.
Starlink’s basic NGSO satellite service reaches about 100%, providing the broadest listed city coverage.
Check first: Confirm the address; satellite reaches 100%, while terrestrial availability varies by technology.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in St Petersburg
Downtown St. Petersburg
WOW Internet, Cable & Phone is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
WOW’s 1,200 Mbps cable reaches 49.6% of ZIP 33701; Frontier’s 7,000 Mbps fiber reaches 25.9%.
Old Northeast
Frontier is currently the strongest option for Fast fiber where available.
Frontier’s 7,000 Mbps fiber reaches 55.6% of ZIP 33704, ahead of WOW’s 1,200 Mbps cable at 33.9%.
Historic Kenwood
WOW Internet, Cable & Phone is currently the strongest option for Shared streaming and schoolwork.
WOW’s 1,200 Mbps cable reaches 73.6% in ZIP 33713, compared with Frontier’s 7,000 Mbps fiber at 15.8%.
St Petersburg Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in St Petersburg?
Frontier offers St. Petersburg’s fastest listed service: 7,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 27% of the city.
Can I get fiber internet in St Petersburg?
Yes—Frontier’s Fiber 500 plan reaches 38% of St. Petersburg, while its 7,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 27%.
What is the cheapest internet plan in St Petersburg?
WOW Internet, Cable & Phone Fiber 300 is the city’s cheapest plan at a promotional starting rate of $25/mo for 300 Mbps, reaching 79.9% of St. Petersburg.
How much internet speed do I need for a St Petersburg household?
300 Mbps is a practical starting point for many St. Petersburg households, and WOW Internet, Cable & Phone’s Fiber 300 reaches 79.9% of the city.
Is fiber available in Old Northeast, St Petersburg?
Yes—Frontier’s 7,000 Mbps fiber reaches 55.6% of ZIP 33704, identified here as Old Northeast. That is the leading listed coverage there, but verify the exact address because ZIP-level availability does not guarantee service at every home.
How We Analyze Internet in St Petersburg
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 St Petersburg report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for St Petersburg
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.