Boise, ID Internet
Internet Providers in Boise, ID
Compare every internet provider in Boise, ID: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedSparklight is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 72% of the city. TDS Telecom is the fastest where available, with fiber speeds up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps reaching about 5% of the city, and if it reaches your address, it is the faster choice. CenturyLink is the broadest backup where Sparklight does not reach, mostly DSL with its fastest common tier up to 140 Mbps reaching about 12%, across an overall footprint of about 86%.
In the North End, ZIP 83702, Quantum Fiber leads with about 49% coverage, while Sparklight covers about 42%. Southeast Boise and the East End lean heavily toward Sparklight, covering about 70% and 60% respectively, with Quantum Fiber reaching about 27% and 33%. West Boise is the standout for extra fiber competition, including Fatbeam at about 6% and TDS Telecom at about 4%. Boise State University students should check apartment-specific wiring, since some buildings may still rely on older DSL or copper, while reliable connections matter for Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Fixed wireless can be worth checking as a budget-oriented alternative, but coverage changes street by street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Boise, ID
Best plan here: 300 Mbps Internet — faster than 78% of all internet options in Idaho
- 300 Mbps Internet$24.95/mo for the first 12 months, then $45/moCable300 MbpsDownload78Our score$24.95Per month
Source: Sparklight 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
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Boise
Households that want dependable internet for streaming, work, gaming, and everyday use will find Sparklight a solid option. Its cable plan offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 78/100, above Boise’s city average of 65, and is available to about 72% of the city. Availability depends on your address, so confirm that this cable plan reaches your home before signing up, especially since the introductory $24.95 monthly price rises to $45 after 12 months.
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 Sparklight
Sparklight is a solid fit for households that want good cable internet for streaming, video calls, gaming, and everyday use, with speeds up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload. This plan has a good 78/100 speed score and is available to about 72% of Boise, so check your address to confirm service and pricing, including the increase after the first 12 months.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber internet with unlimited data (speeds up to 940 Mbps) — faster than 84% of all internet options in Idaho
- Fiber internet with unlimited data (speeds up to 940 Mbps)Fiber940 MbpsDownload84Our score$75Per month
- CenturyLink Internet 100 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months (Paperless billing or prepay required; speed may not be available in your area)DSL100 MbpsDownload28Our score$55Per month
Source: CenturyLink 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 Boise
CenturyLink is an excellent choice in Boise when its fiber plan is available, offering up to 940 Mbps download and upload speeds with a Speed Score of 84/100, above the city average of 65. Fiber reaches about 21% of the city, so availability depends on your address. Where fiber is unavailable, the 100 Mbps DSL plan has a Speed Score of 28/100 and limited performance compared to alternatives, making it worth checking other providers first.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About CenturyLink
CenturyLink is a strong choice where its fiber is available, but its DSL service may be only adequate for basic internet needs. Fiber offers excellent, symmetrical speeds up to 940 Mbps for $75 per month, though it is available to about 21% of Boise, while the 100 Mbps DSL plan reaches about 33% and may not be enough for busy modern households, so check your address for fiber or another faster option first.
Available Plans
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White Cloud Communications
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Plans start at $59.99 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 85% of all internet options in Idaho
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 Boise
Fiber is a top-tier option for low-latency, demanding use, with up to 1000 Mbps both ways and a Speed Score of 85/100. The licensed fixed wireless plan offers up to 200 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 59/100, so its performance is more limited compared with stronger alternatives. Fiber availability is highly address-dependent and covers only about 0% of Boise, so check which connection type reaches your home.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About White Cloud Communications
Fiber offers excellent everyday performance, with up to 1000 Mbps both ways for streaming, gaming, work, and multiple users, but this option is address-dependent and reaches only about 0% of census blocks here. Licensed fixed wireless is more widely available at about 51% of census blocks and offers up to 200 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, which may be adequate for many households but can fall short for heavier modern use, so check for fiber or another faster option at your address first.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 2G — faster than 96% of all internet options in Idaho
Badge = fastest plan reaching at least 5% of the city. Fiber 8G scores higher but reaches ~1%.
- Fiber 8GFiber8,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$165Per month
- Fiber 3GFiber3,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$70Per month
- Fiber 2GFiber2,000 MbpsDownload96Our score$70Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber940 MbpsDownload84Our score$80Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload83Our score$50Per month
Source: Quantum Fiber official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Boise
Fiber provides excellent, low-latency performance for streaming, gaming, remote work, and busy households, and Quantum Fiber’s 96/100 Speed Score is above Boise’s city average of 65. The Fiber 2G plan offers up to 2,000 Mbps download and 1,000 Mbps upload for $70 per month, with a 96/100 Speed Score and availability to about 21% of Boise. Quantum Fiber also lists faster fiber plans, but plan availability depends on your address, so confirm which tier reaches your home.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Quantum Fiber
Quantum Fiber uses fiber, which is excellent for everyday streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households, with options up to 8,000 Mbps both ways. Availability varies by address: the up to 2,000 Mbps Fiber 2G plan reaches about 21% of Boise, while up to 940 Mbps Fiber 1 Gig and up to 500 Mbps Fiber 500 reach 23.4%, so check your address to see whether these fast fiber options are available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: 1Gig Fiber Internet — faster than 85% of all internet options in Idaho
- 1Gig Fiber InternetFiber1,000 MbpsDownload85Our score$49.99Per month
Source: TDS Telecom official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Boise
At $49.99 per month, TDS Telecom’s 1Gig Fiber Internet offers strong value with up to 1,000 Mbps download and 1,000 Mbps upload speeds, earning an excellent 85/100 Speed Score that is above Boise’s city average of 65. Fiber is a top-tier option for fast, responsive service, but this plan is available to about 5% of Boise, so check your address to confirm access to the best technology and 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 TDS Telecom
At $49.99 per month, TDS Telecom offers excellent value here with up to 1000 Mbps download and upload speeds on its 1Gig Fiber Internet plan, making it a strong choice for streaming, remote work, gaming, and busy households. This fiber plan has a Speed Score of 85/100, but availability is limited to about 5% of Boise, so check your address to see whether this fast, symmetrical option is offered.
Available Plans
Fiber
Zito Media
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Plans start at $49.95 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 85% of all internet options in Idaho
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 Boise
Zito Media is a strong choice in Boise, particularly where its fiber service is available. Its fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and upload with a Speed Score of 85/100, making it a top-tier option above the city average of 65. The cable plan also reaches up to 1000 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload with a score of 85/100, making it a solid option, but the technology available depends on your address, and the fiber plan covers about 1% of the city.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Zito Media
Zito Media is a strong option for demanding internet use at qualifying Boise addresses, with cable offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload across about 3% of census blocks, plus fiber offering up to 1000 Mbps both ways across about 1%. Availability is highly address-dependent, so check your exact address to see whether the faster fiber or cable option is offered.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Fatbeam
Speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 96% of all internet options in Idaho
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 Boise
Fatbeam is a top-tier option where its fiber service is available, offering up to 2000 Mbps download and 2000 Mbps upload with a 96/100 Speed Score. This symmetrical fiber plan reaches 1.9% of Boise, so availability depends closely on your specific address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Fatbeam
Fatbeam is an excellent option for households that can get its fiber service, with up to 2000 Mbps both ways for fast streaming, gaming, work, and large households. The catch is availability: this fiber plan covers about 2% of Boise, so check your exact address to see whether it is offered.
Available Plans
Fiber
RURAL TELEPHONE COMPANY
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 85% of all internet options in Idaho
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 Boise
What your monthly bill buys varies sharply by address: where available, the up to 1000/250 Mbps fiber plan is a top-tier option with a Speed Score of 85/100. Because the provider also uses copper and cable, your address may instead qualify for up to 100/20 Mbps copper, which scores 28/100, or up to 50/15 Mbps cable, which scores 21/100. Those lower-speed offerings have limited performance compared with alternatives, so check the available technology at your 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 RURAL TELEPHONE COMPANY
At the quoted monthly price, RURAL TELEPHONE COMPANY offers strong value at addresses eligible for its up to 1000 Mbps download and 250 Mbps upload fiber, an excellent connection, while its up to 50 Mbps download and 15 Mbps upload cable plan reaches about 2% of census blocks. Most other listed choices are copper, topping out at up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload and dropping as low as 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, so they may suit basic browsing but feel limiting for streaming, video calls, and multiple users. Check your address for fiber or cable before signing up.
Available Plans
Cable
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Silver Star Communications
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Slower than 72% of all internet options in Idaho
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
Excellent
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Boise
Because no monthly price is provided, judge Silver Star Communications’ value against its modest speeds: the best plan is fiber with up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, but its 28/100 Speed Score indicates limited performance compared with alternatives. That fiber plan reaches about 1% of Boise, and address availability matters because some locations may instead receive copper plans ranging from up to 50/10 Mbps at 21/100 to 10/1 Mbps at 1/100. Check your address carefully and compare other available options 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 Silver Star Communications
At the monthly price quoted today, Silver Star Communications offers up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload on fiber, a reasonable option for many households, but that plan reaches only about 1% of census blocks. Availability is highly address-dependent, and the fallback copper plans top out at 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, with slower choices of 40/5 Mbps and 10/1 Mbps, so check for faster options first if you need reliable streaming, video calls, or multiple connected devices.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Speed Score: Faster than 53% of all internet options in Idaho
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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Boise
Copper connections are suited mainly to basic browsing, email, and light streaming, with more limited performance for busy households. Ziply Fiber’s fastest listed plan reaches up to 115 Mbps download and 7 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 53/100 and coverage of 0.1% of Boise. Because address-level availability is limited and copper performance trails stronger technologies, consider checking other providers first at your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Ziply Fiber
Ziply Fiber mainly offers copper connections in Boise, so even its fastest option is up to 115 Mbps download and 7 Mbps upload, which is suited to basic browsing and moderate streaming but may feel limited for busy households. Since coverage is only 1.4% of Boise and faster service is address-dependent, check your address for a better option first, especially if you need reliable speeds for multiple users, work, or gaming.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 78% of all internet options in Idaho
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload78Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Boise
5G fixed wireless is a practical choice for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, with up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload speeds. Verizon’s 5G Home plan has a Speed Score of 78/100, above Boise’s city average of 65, making it a competitive option, though fixed wireless can vary more than wired connections. This plan is available to about 52% of Boise, so confirm that 5G Home reaches your specific address before signing up.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G Home fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is good for streaming, video calls, and everyday household use, though wireless performance can vary. It has a Speed Score of 78/100 and is available to about 52% of Boise, so check your address carefully, especially if you need consistently strong performance for heavy use or multiple users.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 83% of all internet options in Idaho
- 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 MbpsDownload83Our 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 MbpsDownload83Our 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 MbpsDownload83Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Boise
T-Mobile’s fixed-wireless service fits households that want up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload at a competitive price, with an 83/100 Speed Score that is above Boise’s 65 city average. Fixed wireless can be adequate for streaming, work, and everyday use, though it may be less consistent than wired connections. These plans are available to about 29% of Boise, so check your address before relying on the advertised speeds and bundle requirements.
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 solid fit for households that want fast everyday service and can live with fixed wireless, including streaming, video calls, and several connected devices. Its plans offer up to 500 Mbps down and 60 Mbps up, with an excellent 83/100 Speed Score, but the 500 Mbps options are available to about 29% of Boise, so availability is highly address-dependent and you should verify your address before choosing it.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Anthem Broadband
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Slower than 72% of all internet options in Idaho
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
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Boise
Fixed wireless can handle browsing, streaming, and video calls, but it typically has more variable performance than wired connections. Anthem Broadband’s Lbr Fixed Wireless plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 28/100, so its performance is limited compared with alternatives. Availability is address-specific, and this plan reaches about 2% of Boise, so consider checking other providers first at your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Anthem Broadband
Fixed wireless is adequate for basic browsing, streaming, and smaller households, but it can be less consistent than cable or fiber and may feel limiting for heavy use. Anthem Broadband’s best local plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, while the fallback plan offers only up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload, so check whether faster internet is available at your address before choosing it. Availability is highly address-dependent, with the 100 Mbps plan reaching about 2% of Boise census blocks.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 83% of all internet options in Idaho
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload83Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload28Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink 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
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Boise
Satellite service can support everyday streaming, browsing, and work with up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, though higher latency may affect gaming and other real-time applications. Starlink’s Residential Max 400 Mbps plan has a Speed Score of 83/100, above Boise’s city average of 65, and is available to 100.0% of the city. Because satellite performance differs from lower-latency wired connections, check what other technologies are available at your address if responsiveness is a priority.
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
Starlink uses satellite internet, providing broad availability and useful speeds for streaming, work, and multiple devices, though its higher latency can make gaming and video calls less responsive than fiber or cable. Its Residential Max 400 Mbps plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, with a Speed Score of 83/100 and availability to 100.0% of Boise, while the $85 and $55 plans offer up to 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps respectively; check your address for fiber or cable first if available, since those technologies are typically a better fit for demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 72% of all internet options in Idaho
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload28Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload21Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload14Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Boise
At $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $119.99, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys you up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 28/100 Speed Score is below Boise’s city average of 65. Satellite technology generally has higher latency and more limited real-world performance than fiber or cable, so consider checking other providers first, especially for gaming, video calls, or heavy streaming. Fusion is available to 100% of Boise, though address-level availability should still be confirmed.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
HughesNet costs $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $49.99 to $119.99, but its satellite plans offer only up to 25 to 100 Mbps download and have below-average speed scores, so you should check for faster options first. The 100 Mbps Fusion plan is the strongest choice here and is available to 100% of Boise, but satellite’s higher latency and limited performance may not suit busy households, streaming, gaming, or remote work.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 76% of all internet options in Idaho
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload24Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload18Our 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 Boise
Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with the alternatives available in Boise, with a headline Speed Score of 24/100 versus the city average of 65. Its Viasat Essentials plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed drops to up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month, and both are satellite plans available to 88% of the city. Because satellite service can have higher latency and slower real-world performance, check what other providers are available at 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 a fallback option, so check whether a faster provider is available at your address first. Its Viasat Essentials plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with a below-average Speed Score of 24/100 and availability to about 88% of Boise; Viasat Unleashed is slower at up to 34 Mbps for $99.99 per month, and satellite service can struggle with modern streaming, gaming, and video calls.
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Internet Provider Reviews in BOISE, ID
We read 91 recent Google reviews of BOISE listings for Sparklight and sorted each one by what it is about. Store visits and phone-plan reviews are set aside.
What Sparklight customers report
Outages
Mixed
27% mention
Billing
Poor
12% mention
Support
Mixed
73% mention
Installation
Good
31% mention
Equipment
Good
22% mention
“Sparklight Team Member – Mike C was great! We recently moved homes and he was scheduled with us the same day. He was able to fix the issue and get our internet back on.”
“We've had Sparklight for about a month now, and though it's half the price of our previous provider, the internet goes out 4 or 5 times a day. Sometimes being down for 15-20 minutes. I am resetting the router 2 or 3 times daily.”
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 Boise
All 21 product lines from the 9 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 21 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload83Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Sparklight300 Mbps Internet$24.95/mo for the first 12 months, then $45/mo300 MbpsDownload78Our score$24.95$45Per month~72%CoverageCable
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload78Our score$60Per month~52.3%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- StarlinkResidential 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload28Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- HughesNetFusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo100 MbpsDownload28Our score$94.99$119.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- 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 MbpsDownload83Our score$35$50Per month~28.7%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 MbpsDownload83Our score$45$60Per month~28.7%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 MbpsDownload83Our score$55$70Per month~28.7%CoverageFixed Wireless
- Viasat IncViasat Essentials55 MbpsDownload24Our score$69.99Per month~87.9%CoverageSatellite
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 Boise
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Sparklight 300 Mbps for $24.95 monthly for the first 12 months, reaching about 72% of Boise.
Its 300 Mbps plan combines the city's lowest listed price with broad cable availability.
Check first: Confirm the address, because Sparklight's plan reaches about 72% rather than every Boise home.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Quantum Fiber 500 Mbps for $50 monthly where available, reaching about 23% of Boise.
Fiber supports consistent work connections, and Quantum Fiber reaches about 23% with its 500 Mbps plan.
Check first: Check eligibility carefully; the 500 Mbps plan does not reach most Boise addresses.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose TDS Telecom fiber up to 8,000 Mbps if it reaches your address, covering about 5% of Boise.
TDS offers Boise's fastest listed tier, with symmetrical 8,000 Mbps service where available.
Check first: TDS's fiber footprint is limited, so verify availability at the exact address.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Start with CenturyLink, whose overall footprint reaches about 86% of Boise and is mostly DSL.
Its fastest common DSL tier is 140 Mbps, reaching about 12% of the city.
Check first: Do not assume 140 Mbps service; satellite is available everywhere if wired options fail.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Boise
North End 83702
Quantum Fiber is currently the strongest option for Fiber speed.
Quantum Fiber's 2,000/1,000 Mbps tier reaches about 49% of the North End ZIP.
Southeast Boise 83706
Sparklight is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Sparklight reaches 70% of Southeast Boise with cable service up to 1,000 Mbps.
West Boise 83704
Sparklight is currently the strongest option for Broad coverage.
Sparklight reaches about 60% of West Boise, while TDS reaches about 4% with 8,000/8,000 Mbps fiber.
ZIP 83705
Sparklight is currently the strongest option for Cable availability.
Sparklight reaches about 58% of ZIP 83705, ahead of Quantum Fiber at about 37%.
Boise Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Boise, ID?
Sparklight is Boise's best overall provider, offering cable up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 72% of the city. If TDS Telecom reaches your address, its 8,000/8,000 Mbps fiber is the faster choice, but it reaches only about 5% of Boise.
What is the fastest internet in Boise, ID?
TDS Telecom is the fastest where available, with 8,000/8,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 5% of Boise. Sparklight remains the best overall choice, with cable up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 72% of the city.
Which internet provider covers the most of Boise, ID?
CenturyLink has the broadest non-satellite footprint at about 86% of Boise, mostly using DSL. Satellite providers are available everywhere, while CenturyLink's fastest common 140 Mbps DSL tier reaches only about 12%.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Boise, ID?
Sparklight's 300 Mbps Internet is the cheapest plan at $24.95 per month for the first 12 months, reaching about 72% of Boise. Confirm the address before ordering, because the promotional plan is not available citywide.
Can I get fiber internet in Boise?
Yes, Quantum Fiber reaches about 23% of Boise with its 940 Mbps Fiber 1 Gig plan, while CenturyLink fiber reaches about 21% with 940 Mbps. Fiber availability varies sharply by address, so check service eligibility rather than relying on citywide coverage.
What internet speed do I need in Boise?
A 300 Mbps plan is a practical starting point for many Boise households, and Sparklight offers that speed reaching about 72% of the city. Larger households, remote workers, or frequent streamers may prefer fiber tiers where available, including TDS's 8,000 Mbps service reaching about 5%.
What internet is available in the North End?
Quantum Fiber's 2,000/1,000 Mbps tier reaches about 49% of North End ZIP 83702, the largest listed provider share there. Sparklight reaches about 42%, so residents should compare both at the exact address.
How We Analyze Internet in Boise
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 Boise report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Boise
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.