Honolulu, HI Internet
Internet Providers in Honolulu, HI
Compare every internet provider in Honolulu, HI: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedSpectrum is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 92% of Honolulu. If Hawaiian Telcom fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with speeds up to 2,850/2,850 Mbps reaching about 84% of the city.
The local picture varies considerably: Hawaiian Telcom dominates Manoa, covering about 97% of the ZIP with its fastest fiber, while Waikiki is more evenly split, with Hawaiian Telcom at about 48% and Spectrum at about 27%. Downtown Honolulu also leans strongly toward Hawaiian Telcom, at about 62% for its fastest fiber, while ZIPs 96801 through 96805 show Starlink and Spectrum leading, with Spectrum at about 31% and Hawaiian Telcom at about 15%. Kaimuki and student housing near the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, Hawaiʻi Pacific University, and Chaminade University of Honolulu deserve an address-level check, since apartments can have different wiring and some buildings may still rely on older DSL or copper infrastructure. T-Mobile is worth checking for a fixed-wireless budget option, with speeds up to 100/20 Mbps reaching about 49% of the city. Coverage can change from one street or building to the next, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Honolulu, HI
Best plan here: Internet Gig 1 Gig — faster than 71% of all internet options in Hawaii
- Internet Gig 1 Gig$60/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable1,000 MbpsDownload71Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier 500 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable500 MbpsDownload67Our score$40Per month
- Internet 100$30/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable100 MbpsDownload19Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum 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
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Honolulu
Spectrum’s Internet Gig plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, enough for 4K streaming, gaming, and busy households, with a Speed Score of 71/100 that is above Honolulu’s city average of 52. It is a solid, reliable cable option, and the plan is available to about 92% of the city, but confirm your address because availability and the $60/mo introductory price can vary.
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 Spectrum
Spectrum’s top plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, which is plenty for multiple people streaming, gaming, video calling, and working from home. Its cable service is a strong option across about 92% of Honolulu, with the Internet Gig plan available to about 92% of the city, though availability and the best speed are address-dependent; the 500 Mbps and 100 Mbps options provide more affordable backups for lighter household needs.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Hawaiian Telcom
Speeds up to 3,000 Mbps
Plans range $30–$100 /mo *
Best plan here: Fioptics 3 Gig Internet — faster than 99% of all internet options in Hawaii
- Fioptics 3 Gig InternetFiber3,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$100Per month
- Fioptics 1 Gig InternetFiber1,000 MbpsDownload71Our score$50Per month
- Fioptics 600 Mbps InternetFiber600 MbpsDownload67Our score$40Per month
- Fioptics 100 Mbps InternetFiber100 MbpsDownload19Our score$30Per month
Source: Hawaiian Telcom 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 Honolulu
At $100/mo, Hawaiian Telcom’s Fioptics 3 Gig Internet offers up to 3000 Mbps both ways and a 99/100 Speed Score, making it a top-tier option for demanding households. That score is above Honolulu’s city average of 52, but the plan is available to about 84% of the city, so verify fiber availability 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 Hawaiian Telcom
For $30 to $100 per month, Hawaiian Telcom offers excellent value, with fiber plans ranging from up to 100 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload to up to 3,000 Mbps both ways. The 3 Gig plan is especially strong, with a 99/100 Speed Score and availability to about 84% of Honolulu, while the 1 Gig and 600 Mbps plans reach about 88% and offer strong everyday performance. Fiber availability depends on your address, so check first, since the slower option may not meet modern household needs.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 67% of all internet options in Hawaii
- 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 MbpsDownload67Our 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 MbpsDownload67Our 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 MbpsDownload67Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Honolulu
For budget-conscious households that mainly stream, browse, and work from home, T-Mobile offers fixed wireless plans with up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload or up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload, earning a Speed Score of 67/100, above Honolulu’s city average of 52. Fixed wireless is adequate for everyday use but can vary with network conditions, and these plans are available to about 74% of the city, so check your address and compare other available technologies if you need consistently low latency or performance.
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 reasonable fit for households with moderate internet needs, offering fixed wireless plans with speeds up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload, plus a 400 Mbps option, though its 67/100 Speed Score is below average. The plans are available to about 74% of Honolulu and require a qualifying credit, a postpaid voice line, and a bundle, so check your address and compare faster fiber or cable options first if your home depends on consistently strong performance for heavy streaming, gaming, or remote work.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 67% of all internet options in Hawaii
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload67Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Honolulu
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it suitable for everyday streaming, video calls, and connected-home use, though performance can vary more than wired connections. Its Speed Score of 67/100 is above Honolulu’s city average of 52, making it a competitive option, but fixed wireless may not provide the same consistency or low latency as fiber or cable. This plan is available to about 9% of Honolulu, so check your address to confirm eligibility.
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 adequate for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, though its below-average Speed Score of 67/100 may feel limiting for heavier household use. This plan is available to about 9% of Honolulu, so availability is highly address-dependent, and you should check for faster fiber or cable options at your address before choosing it.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 67% of all internet options in Hawaii
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload67Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload46Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload19Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink 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
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Honolulu
Starlink’s satellite connection offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload on the Residential Max plan, supporting streaming and everyday use across its listed 100.0% availability in Honolulu. Its Speed Score of 67/100 is above the city’s 52 average, but satellite’s higher latency can affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Check what is available at your specific address before choosing, especially if a lower-latency connection is important.
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 is available throughout Honolulu and can support browsing, streaming, and video calls, with Starlink’s Residential Max plan offering up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, though higher latency can affect gaming and other real-time activities. Starlink reaches 100.0% of Honolulu, but satellite is best treated as a fallback, so check your address for fiber or cable first, especially if your household needs consistently strong performance for multiple users or upload-heavy work.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 81% of all internet options in Hawaii
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload19Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload17Our 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 Honolulu
Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with alternatives in Honolulu, with a provider Speed Score of 19/100 versus the city average of 52. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability across 100% of the city. Satellite service can have higher latency, so check what other options reach your specific address before choosing.
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 satellite connections can have higher latency. Viasat Essentials is the faster option at up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month; both are available to 100% of Honolulu, but you should check for faster fiber or cable service at your address first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Internet Provider Reviews in Honolulu, HI
We read 335 recent Google reviews of Honolulu listings for Hawaiian Telcom and Spectrum and sorted each one by what it is about. Store visits and phone-plan reviews are set aside.
What Hawaiian Telcom customers report
Outages
Poor
26% mention
Speed
Good
11% mention
Billing
Mixed
18% mention
Support
Mixed
55% mention
Installation
Good
25% mention
Equipment
Poor
15% mention
“Cheynne Diaz was exceptional. She explained everything and got us scheduled for activation the same day. She was so pleasant to work with!”
“internet is spotty, doesn’t work consistently. I need help and your telephone line for help needs persons that speak English as a 1st language.”
What Spectrum customers report
Outages
Very poor
9% mention
Speed
Mixed
4% mention
Billing
Very poor
11% mention
Support
Poor
50% mention
Installation
Mixed
4% mention
Equipment
Poor
38% mention
Cancelling
Very poor
7% mention
“Excellent experience! I had to return equipment, which entailed some paperwork . I had made an appointment. I was seen promptly, and my return of equipment was handled professionally, and with respect and courtesy. Everything was handled perfectly and I am very happy!”
“Turned in our equipment because we are moving, no pro-rated service. So I get to play for 28 days I'm not using. What a crap company.”
Reviews are shown exactly as posted on Google and link to the listing they came from. Star averages and counts are Google’s; the service rating and the subject grades are our reading of each review, refreshed monthly. How we do this.
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Honolulu
All 16 product lines from the 6 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 16 plans
- Hawaiian TelcomFioptics 3 Gig Internet3,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$100Per month~84.2%CoverageFiber
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload67Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Gig 1 Gig$60/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)1,000 MbpsDownload71Our score$60Per month~92%CoverageCable
- Hawaiian TelcomFioptics 1 Gig Internet1,000 MbpsDownload71Our score$50Per month~88.2%CoverageFiber
- SpectrumInternet Premier 500 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)500 MbpsDownload67Our score$40Per month~92%CoverageCable
- Hawaiian TelcomFioptics 600 Mbps Internet600 MbpsDownload67Our score$40Per month~88.2%CoverageFiber
- T-MobileT-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 Mastercard400 MbpsDownload67Our score$35$50Per month~73.6%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-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 Mastercard500 MbpsDownload67Our score$45$60Per month~73.6%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-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 Mastercard500 MbpsDownload67Our score$55$70Per month~73.6%CoverageFixed Wireless
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload46Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Honolulu providers head-to-head
See how Honolulu’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Honolulu
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Spectrum Internet 100 at $30/mo for 12 months, reaching about 92% of Honolulu.
Its 100 Mbps tier covers about 92% of the city and suits shared browsing, classes, and streaming.
Check first: The promotional rate requires new residential customers without Spectrum service during the past 30 days.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Hawaiian Telcom Fioptics 1 Gig where available, reaching about 88% of Honolulu.
Its fiber reaches about 88% of the city, supporting substantial upload needs for remote work.
Check first: Confirm fiber at your address because Hawaiian Telcom's 3 Gig tier reaches about 84%.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Hawaiian Telcom Fioptics 3 Gig where available, reaching about 84% of Honolulu.
Its 3,000 Mbps fiber tier is the city's fastest option where Hawaiian Telcom fiber reaches your address.
Check first: Availability varies by address, including in Downtown Honolulu, Waikiki, and Manoa.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Consider Starlink Residential 100 at $55/mo, available everywhere in Honolulu.
Starlink's 100 Mbps plan reaches every address, unlike wired options with narrower footprints.
Check first: Starlink's listed price is a starting rate; verify current terms before ordering.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Honolulu
Manoa 96822
Hawaiian Telcom is currently the strongest option for Fastest fiber service.
Hawaiian Telcom's 2,850 Mbps fiber reaches about 97% of ZIP 96822, while Spectrum cable reaches about 3%.
Waikiki 96815
Hawaiian Telcom is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber.
Hawaiian Telcom's 2,850 Mbps fiber reaches about 48% of Waikiki, compared with Spectrum's cable at about 27%.
Downtown Honolulu 96813
Hawaiian Telcom is currently the strongest option for Fiber availability.
Hawaiian Telcom's 2,850 Mbps fiber reaches about 62% of Downtown Honolulu, versus Spectrum cable at about 7%.
Honolulu Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Honolulu, HI?
Spectrum is the best overall provider, with cable up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 92% of Honolulu. If it reaches your address, Hawaiian Telcom fiber is the faster choice, offering up to 2,850 Mbps where available to about 84% of the city.
What is the fastest internet in Honolulu, HI?
Hawaiian Telcom fiber is fastest where available, offering up to 2,850/2,850 Mbps to about 84% of Honolulu. Spectrum is the best overall provider, with its 1,000 Mbps cable tier reaching about 92% of the city.
Which internet provider covers the most of Honolulu, HI?
Hawaiian Telcom has the largest non-satellite footprint, covering about 98% of Honolulu overall. Satellite service from Starlink, HughesNet, and Viasat is available everywhere, while Hawaiian Telcom's fastest fiber tiers reach smaller shares.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Honolulu, HI?
Hawaiian Telcom Fioptics 100 Mbps Internet is a listed starting rate of $30/mo for 100 Mbps, reaching about 88% of Honolulu; Spectrum Internet 100 ties at $30/mo for 100 Mbps, reaching about 92%. Spectrum's rate is for the first 12 months and new residential customers.
Can I get fiber internet in Honolulu?
Hawaiian Telcom fiber reaches about 88% of Honolulu for its 1 Gig tier and about 84% for its 3 Gig tier. Check your address because fiber availability varies, including across Downtown Honolulu, Waikiki, and Manoa.
What internet speed do I need in Honolulu?
A 100 Mbps plan reaches about 92% of Honolulu through Spectrum and supports many smaller households' browsing, classes, and streaming. Larger shared households or heavy upload users should consider Hawaiian Telcom fiber up to 2,850 Mbps where available.
What internet is available in Waikiki?
In ZIP 96815, Hawaiian Telcom's 2,850 Mbps fiber reaches about 48% of Waikiki, while Spectrum's 1,000 Mbps cable reaches about 27%. Compare both at your exact address because ZIP-level coverage does not guarantee service to every building.
How We Analyze Internet in Honolulu
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 Honolulu report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Honolulu
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.