Indianapolis, IN Internet
Internet Providers in Indianapolis, IN
Compare every internet provider in Indianapolis, IN: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
Updated| Rank | Provider | Speed Score | Coverage in Indianapolis | Up to | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  XfinityBest overall | 93 | 61% | 2,000 Mbps | $40/mo |
| 2 |  AT&TBroad backup | 95 | 94% | 5,000 Mbps | $35/mo |
| 3 |  Spectrum | 78 | 48% | 1,000 Mbps | $30/mo |
| 4 |  MetronetFastest where available | 97 | 13% | – | – |
| 5 | NineStar Connect | 99 | 2% | – | – |
| 6 | Central Indiana | 99 | 1% | – | – |
The ranking weighs each provider’s speed across everywhere it reaches. AT&T’s 95 is its fiber; in about a third of the area it serves, AT&T offers only DSL or Internet Air, which is why Xfinity ranks first.
Xfinity is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 23% of the city, while its overall footprint reaches about 61%. Metronet Holdings offers fiber speeds up to 5,120/5,120 Mbps to about 13% of the city, and if it reaches your address, it is the faster choice. AT&T is the safe fallback where Xfinity does not reach, mostly DSL across about 94% of the city, with its fastest common DSL tier reaching up to 100 Mbps in about 23% of the city. Fountain Square and Irvington stand out for AT&T fiber, reaching about 76% and 81% of their ZIPs, respectively. In Meridian-Kessler, AT&T fiber leads at about 46%, while Spectrum covers about 41%, so the block-by-block choice matters.
Fiber is the variable. Fiber reaches 88% of Nora (46280) but only 42% of Ben Davis (46231). Find your neighborhood on the map.
Best Internet Providers in Indianapolis, IN
Best plan here: 2 Gig — faster than 93% of all internet options in Indiana
- 2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable2,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$100Per month
- 1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable1,200 MbpsDownload87Our score$100Per month
- 1 GigCable1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)Cable500 MbpsDownload77Our score$45Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable300 MbpsDownload72Our score$40Per month
Source: Xfinity 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
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Indianapolis
Xfinity reaches 61.3% of Indianapolis, so whether you can get service depends on your address. Its cable service is a solid option, with the 2 Gig plan offering up to 2000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, plus a Speed Score of 93/100, above the city average of 71. Check your address to confirm the top-speed plan is available where you live.
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 Xfinity
Xfinity reaches 61.3% of Indianapolis, so many residents have a reasonable chance of getting its service, though availability depends on the address. Its cable lineup offers excellent choices, including up to 2 Gig with a Speed Score of 93/100, while the 1 Gig and 500 Mbps plans can cover about 60% of the city at lower prices. Check your address because the fastest 2 Gig option reaches only about 23% of Indianapolis, and cable availability may not extend to every home.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed — faster than 95% of all internet options in Indiana
- AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$90Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500Mbps$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers, $15/mo discount for 12 months applies after up to 3 bill cycles) · $100 Visa reward cardFiber500 MbpsDownload77Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300Mbps$35/mo for 12 months (new customers, with AutoPay & paperless bill discount, wired connection to gateway) · $200 AT&T Visa Reward CardFiber300 MbpsDownload72Our score$35Per month
- AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload72Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T 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 Indianapolis
At $90/mo for 12 months, AT&T’s 5 GIG Fiber plan offers up to 5,000 Mbps both ways, a $150 reward card, and excellent value for heavy streaming, gaming, and large households. Its 95/100 Speed Score is above the Indianapolis city average of 71, making it a top-tier option, but this plan is available to about 55% of the city. Fiber availability depends on your address, while AT&T Internet Air uses fixed wireless with up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, so verify which technology and plan you can receive 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 AT&T
Starting at $35/mo, AT&T offers excellent value with fiber speeds of up to 300 Mbps, 500 Mbps, 1,000 Mbps, or 5,000 Mbps, with the faster fiber plans offering strong performance for demanding households. Fiber is address-dependent, with the up to 1,000 Mbps and 500 Mbps plans available to about 60% of Indianapolis and the 5,000 Mbps plan to about 55%, while AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload to about 43% and may be adequate but less consistent for modern needs.
Available Plans
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Fiber
Best plan here: Internet Gig 1 Gig — faster than 78% of all internet options in Indiana
- 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 MbpsDownload78Our 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 MbpsDownload77Our 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 MbpsDownload20Our 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 Indianapolis
Spectrum’s headline Speed Score of 78/100 reflects a solid cable option for streaming, gaming, and multiple connected devices, with Internet Gig offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload. That score is above Indianapolis’s city average of 71, making Spectrum competitive, but the best plan and its performance depend on your address. Internet Gig is available to about 48% of the city, so check your address to confirm availability and consider how its cable connection compares with other technologies offered there.
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 up to 1 Gig cable plan is a good fit for streaming, video calls, gaming, and multiple connected devices, with up to 35 Mbps upload. That fast cable option is available to about 48% of Indianapolis, and Spectrum also offers up to 500 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans, so check your address first because availability is location-dependent.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Speed Score: Faster than 97% of all internet options in Indiana
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 Indianapolis
Households that need fast, dependable service for streaming, gaming, remote work, or many connected devices should consider Metronet Holdings. Its fiber plan offers up to 5120 Mbps download and 5120 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 97/100, making it a top-tier option and well above Indianapolis’s average top speed score of 71. Fiber availability is address-specific, and this plan covers about 13% of the city, so confirm it 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 Metronet Holdings
Households with heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or many connected devices can get an excellent option from Metronet Holdings, with fiber offering up to 5120 Mbps both ways and a Speed Score of 97/100. This service is address-dependent, reaching about 13% of Indianapolis census blocks, so check your address to see whether this fast fiber plan is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
NineStar Connect
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Indiana
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 Indianapolis
Fiber supports demanding uses with low latency and up to 10,000 Mbps both ways, making NineStar Connect’s plan an excellent, top-tier option. Its fiber plan has a Speed Score of 99/100, above Indianapolis’s average top speed score of 71, though availability is limited to 1.7% of the city, so check your address to confirm service.
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 NineStar Connect
Fiber means excellent performance for streaming, gaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices, with symmetrical speeds of up to 10000 Mbps. NineStar Connect is an excellent option where this plan is available, but its fiber coverage reaches only about 2% of Indianapolis census blocks, so check your address to confirm availability.
Available Plans
Fiber
Central Indiana Communications Inc
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Indiana
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 Indianapolis
The value of this offering is up to 10,000 Mbps download and 10,000 Mbps upload over fiber, making it a symmetrical, top-tier option for demanding households. The plan has a Speed Score of 99/100, well above Indianapolis’s average top speed score of 71, but it is shown for only 1.3% of the city, so address availability is essential to confirm.
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 Central Indiana Communications Inc
At the monthly price quoted for your address, Central Indiana Communications Inc offers exceptional value if you need maximum performance, with fiber providing up to 10000 Mbps download and 10000 Mbps upload, both ways. Coverage is limited and address-dependent, so check availability at your location, but this is an excellent choice for streaming, gaming, remote work, and multiple connected devices when available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 72% of all internet options in Indiana
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload72Our 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 Indianapolis
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it an adequate choice for streaming, work, and everyday connected use, though performance can vary more than with wired connections. Its 5G Home plan has a Speed Score of 72/100, about the same as Indianapolis’s city average of 71. Availability is address-dependent, with this plan reaching about 66% of the city, so confirm that 5G Home is offered at your address before choosing it.
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 plan offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is a good fit for streaming, video calls, and everyday connected households, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired service. It is available to about 66% of Indianapolis, so check your address before counting on it, and compare fiber or cable options first if they are available for more consistent performance.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 77% of all internet options in Indiana
- 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 MbpsDownload77Our 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 MbpsDownload77Our 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 MbpsDownload77Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile 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 Indianapolis
For households seeking affordable internet for streaming, work, and everyday use, T-Mobile Rely Home Internet offers up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for $35 per month initially, with a 77/100 Speed Score that is above Indianapolis’s 71 average. As fixed wireless, performance can vary more than wired service, and this plan is available to about 61% of the city, so check your address before choosing it and confirm that the required postpaid voice bundle fits your budget.
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 good, above-average fixed wireless speeds for streaming, work, and everyday use, with plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a 77/100 Speed Score. The faster 500 Mbps options and the 400 Mbps Rely plan are available to about 61% of Indianapolis, so check your address first, since fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber or cable and may not be ideal for demanding households outside that availability area.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 77% of all internet options in Indiana
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload77Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload57Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload20Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink 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
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Indianapolis
Satellite internet can support everyday streaming and work, with Starlink’s Residential Max plan offering up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, though satellite latency can be a drawback for gaming and video calls. Its 77/100 Speed Score is above the Indianapolis average of 71, and the plan is available to 100.0% of the city, but shoppers should still check other technologies at their address for potentially lower-latency 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 Starlink
Satellite internet makes Starlink broadly available, with the tradeoff of higher latency that can affect video calls, gaming, and other real-time uses, although its Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with a good 77/100 Speed Score. All three plans are available to 100.0% of Indianapolis, but check your address for fiber or cable first because those technologies are generally better for modern, latency-sensitive use; Starlink is a strong fallback where faster wired service is unavailable.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 82% of all internet options in Indiana
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload18Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload14Our 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 Indianapolis
Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives, with a headline Speed Score of 18/100, well below Indianapolis’s city average of 71. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers 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, and both plans are available to 100% of the city. Because satellite service can have higher latency and real-world performance varies by address, check what other technologies are available at yours 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 a basic fallback option, not a top choice for most modern internet needs, because its satellite plans offer only up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 18/100. Viasat Essentials costs $69.99 per month and is available to 100.0% of Indianapolis, while Viasat Unleashed costs $99.99 per month for up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload, so check your address for faster fiber or cable service before choosing satellite.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 80% of all internet options in Indiana
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload20Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload14Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload6Our 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 Indianapolis
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 over satellite. Its 20/100 Speed Score is below the city average of 71, and satellite’s higher latency and limited performance make it worth checking what else is available at your address. Fusion is available to 100.0% of Indianapolis, while the Select and Lite plans offer slower speeds at lower introductory prices.
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
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps download speeds, but its satellite service is below average and may feel limiting for modern streaming, gaming, and multiple users. All three plans are available to 100% of Indianapolis, yet you should check for faster fiber or cable service at your address first, since satellite is generally a fallback rather than a first choice.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Internet Provider Reviews in Indianapolis, IN
We read 417 recent Google reviews of Indianapolis listings for AT&T, Xfinity and Spectrum and sorted each one by what it is about. Store visits and phone-plan reviews are set aside.
What AT&T customers report
Billing
Good
12% mention
Support
Good
17% mention
Installation
Good
10% mention
“Alberto was very helpful experience knowledgeable with my account. He helped me save on my bill and with promos I didn’t know existed. I’ll be back for Wi-Fi and other services. Thank you. He was the best he deserves a raise. I will recommend him to everyone. Thank you.”
What Xfinity customers report
Outages
Very poor
10% mention
Billing
Very poor
14% mention
Support
Poor
50% mention
Installation
Mixed
5% mention
Equipment
Poor
26% mention
Cancelling
Very poor
6% mention
“I just went in to return my xfinity equipment, Alberto helped me out. had me out in under 5 minutes, also told me that i got to keep some equipment 😂. that dude deserves a raise. he has such a positive and helpful attitude”
“If I could rate them zero stars I would. I waited 30 minutes just to return equipment and I have never seen such inefficiency and rude staff. At the end of it they just told me to go to UPS to return it, so I drove 20 minutes out of my way for nothing.”
What Spectrum customers report
Outages
Very poor
22% mention
Billing
Very poor
20% mention
Support
Very poor
42% mention
Installation
Very poor
7% mention
Equipment
Very poor
18% mention
“I’ve been with spectrum four years and only experienced minor issues during severe storms but no real complaints!”
“If I could give zero stars, I would. Their service is overpriced and internet is glitchy. When I tried to return their equipment, had to drive to 3 places since 2 were closed!! Do NOT use them!”
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 Indianapolis
All 25 product lines from the 8 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 25 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload77Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload57Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- AT&TAT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward card5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$90Per month~55.4%CoverageFiber
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload87Our score$100Per month~59.9%CoverageCable
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload72Our score$60Per month~66.3%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- 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 MbpsDownload77Our score$35$50Per month~61.1%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 MbpsDownload77Our score$45$60Per month~61.1%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 MbpsDownload77Our score$55$70Per month~61.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward card1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month~60%CoverageFiber
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month~59.9%CoverageCable
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Indianapolis providers head-to-head
The matchup many Indianapolis households compare. Green marks the better number.
AT&T FiberAT&T Fiber wins every row here.
Best Fit by Household Type in Indianapolis
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Spectrum Internet 100 for $30/mo for 12 months, reaching about 48% of Indianapolis.
Its promotional entry price is the city’s cheapest, including addresses near Indiana University Indianapolis.
Check first: Availability reaches less than half the city, so verify your exact address before ordering.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose AT&T Fiber 300Mbps for $35/mo, reaching about 60% of Indianapolis.
Fiber’s symmetrical options support video calls, uploads, and cloud work where available.
Check first: The advertised fiber plan reaches about 60%, not AT&T’s entire footprint.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Metronet Holdings fiber up to 5,120 Mbps where available, reaching about 13% of Indianapolis.
Its symmetrical 5,120 Mbps tier is the fastest listed option for Indianapolis addresses.
Check first: Metronet has a small footprint and publishes no pricing in the provided data.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Use AT&T as the broadest terrestrial backup, with satellite available everywhere.
AT&T reaches about 94% overall, while its common fastest DSL tier is 100 Mbps in about 23%.
Check first: Confirm whether your address receives DSL, fixed wireless, fiber, or satellite service.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code and Neighborhood in Indianapolis
How much of each Indianapolis ZIP code can get fiber, and which wired providers file service there. Tap a ZIP code on the map, or type yours.
Blocks with fiber50%65%80%90%
All of Indianapolis
71% of the city can get fiber
- Xfinitycable60%
- AT&Tfiber60%
- Spectrumcable48%
- Metronetfiber13%
72% of the city can choose between two or more cable or fiber providers.
All 37 residential ZIP codes in Indianapolis
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Any fiber | AT&T Fiber | Xfinity cable | Spectrum cable | 2+ choices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46201 | Near Eastside, Englewood, Woodruff Place | 77% | 77% | 7% | 92% | 76% |
| 46202 | Downtown, Herron-Morton, Fall Creek Place | 60% | 47% | 14% | 78% | 55% |
| 46203 | Fountain Square, Fletcher Place, Bates-Hendricks | 81% | 80% | 40% | 68% | 80% |
| 46204 | Downtown, Mile Square, Massachusetts Avenue | 58% | 32% | 20% | 66% | 49% |
| 46205 | Mapleton-Fall Creek, Meridian-Kessler, Highland-Kennedy King | 67% | 67% | 20% | 91% | 71% |
| 46208 | Butler-Tarkington, Crown Hill, Mapleton-Fall Creek | 69% | 67% | 21% | 79% | 69% |
| 46214 | Eagle Creek, Ben Davis, Speedway area | 56% | 56% | 100% | 12% | 62% |
| 46216 | Fort Benjamin Harrison, Lawrence | 87% | 44% | 97% | 0% | 86% |
| 46217 | Southport, Perry Township, University Heights | 88% | 76% | 98% | 15% | 88% |
| 46218 | Martindale-Brightwood, Near Northeast, Forest Manor | 60% | 60% | 25% | 91% | 67% |
| 46219 | Irvington, Warren Township, East Indianapolis | 79% | 78% | 54% | 61% | 84% |
| 46220 | Broad Ripple, Meridian-Kessler, SoBro | 83% | 80% | 69% | 43% | 85% |
| 46221 | West Indianapolis, Valley Mills, Mars Hill | 50% | 49% | 63% | 32% | 50% |
| 46222 | Haughville, Speedway area, Stringtown | 69% | 67% | 27% | 82% | 72% |
| 46224 | Speedway, Ben Davis, Eagledale | 78% | 78% | 71% | 48% | 83% |
| 46225 | Bates-Hendricks, Garfield Park, Old Southside | 68% | 57% | 35% | 66% | 64% |
| 46226 | Devington, Lawrence, Eastgate | 78% | 73% | 73% | 60% | 85% |
| 46227 | Southport, University Heights, Perry Township | 84% | 81% | 91% | 26% | 84% |
| 46228 | Crooked Creek, Butler-Tarkington, Michigan Road | 85% | 84% | 89% | 10% | 85% |
| 46229 | Cumberland, Warren Township, Buck Creek | 81% | 60% | 92% | 11% | 80% |
| 46231 | Ben Davis, Camby, Bridgeport | 42% | 38% | 64% | 38% | 44% |
| 46234 | Eagle Creek, Chapel Hill, Ben Davis | 48% | 46% | 57% | 66% | 58% |
| 46235 | Post Road, Lawrence, Grassy Creek | 74% | 47% | 83% | 32% | 76% |
| 46236 | Geist, Oakland Hills, Sunnyside | 85% | 15% | 88% | 23% | 84% |
| 46237 | Southport, Perry Township, Wanamaker | 67% | 66% | 86% | 23% | 66% |
| 46239 | Franklin Township, Wanamaker, Cumberland | 55% | 49% | 87% | 17% | 55% |
| 46240 | Nora, Meridian-Kessler, Keystone at the Crossing | 78% | 70% | 83% | 28% | 81% |
| 46241 | Mars Hill, West Indianapolis, Airport Area | 62% | 62% | 91% | 11% | 62% |
| 46250 | Castleton, Nora, Allisonville | 75% | 57% | 100% | 2% | 76% |
| 46254 | Eagle Creek, Georgetown, Traders Point | 65% | 65% | 82% | 34% | 68% |
| 46256 | Geist, Castleton, Oakandale | 83% | 44% | 96% | 4% | 83% |
| 46259 | Acton, Franklin Township, Wanamaker | 48% | 24% | 75% | 1% | 35% |
| 46260 | Nora, Spring Mill, Meridian Hills | 86% | 76% | 74% | 35% | 87% |
| 46268 | Pike Township, College Park, Eagle Creek | 79% | 53% | 80% | 29% | 81% |
| 46278 | Pike Township, Eagle Creek, Zionsville Road area | 64% | 36% | 62% | 44% | 65% |
| 46280 | Nora, Carmel (south), Home Place | 88% | 65% | 34% | 85% | 94% |
| 46290 | Nora, Meridian-Kessler area, North Meridian corridor | 84% | 67% | 44% | 75% | 88% |
Share of each ZIP’s census blocks where the provider files that technology with the FCC; DSL and fixed wireless are not counted as fiber. Neighborhood names are approximate.
Internet providers near Indianapolis
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Indianapolis, check the neighboring market directly.
Indianapolis Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Indianapolis, IN?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, offering cable up to 2,000 Mbps where that tier reaches about 23% of Indianapolis; its overall footprint is about 61%. Metronet Holdings is faster where available, with symmetrical 5,120 Mbps fiber reaching about 13%.
What is the fastest internet in Indianapolis, IN?
Metronet Holdings is fastest where available, with symmetrical 5,120 Mbps fiber reaching about 13% of Indianapolis. Xfinity is the best overall choice, with 2,000 Mbps cable reaching about 23%, but neither speed should be treated as citywide.
Which internet provider covers the most of Indianapolis, IN?
AT&T covers the most of Indianapolis, reaching about 94% of the city, the widest footprint of any wired or fixed-wireless provider. Satellite from Starlink and Viasat Inc reaches every address but with higher latency.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Indianapolis, IN?
Spectrum Internet 100 is the cheapest plan at $30/mo for 100 Mbps, reaching about 48% of Indianapolis; this is a promotional rate for the first 12 months. It requires new residential customers without Spectrum service during the previous 30 days.
Can I get fiber internet in Indianapolis?
Yes—AT&T Fiber 1 GIG reaches about 60% of Indianapolis, while Metronet Holdings fiber reaches about 13%. Check the exact address because each fiber tier has its own footprint, and the providers’ overall coverage figures do not describe fiber availability.
What internet speed do I need in Indianapolis?
A 300 Mbps plan is a practical starting point for many Indianapolis households, with AT&T Fiber 300Mbps reaching about 60% and Xfinity 300 Mbps reaching about 60%. Larger households, heavy uploaders, and gamers can consider faster fiber where available.
Which internet provider is strongest in Fountain Square?
AT&T leads ZIP 46203 at about 76%, including 5,000 Mbps fiber coverage. That makes AT&T the strongest local starting point for Fountain Square households, although address-level verification remains necessary before choosing a specific fiber tier.
Is AT&T Fiber better than Xfinity in Indianapolis?
AT&T Fiber's 1 Gig plan is $50/mo with 1,000 Mbps upload; Xfinity's is $50/mo with 35 Mbps upload. AT&T Fiber sells up to 5,000 Mbps here and Xfinity up to 2,000 Mbps. AT&T Fiber reaches more of Indianapolis (about 60% vs 60%), so check which one your address gets.
Is Starlink worth it in Indianapolis?
Rarely. Starlink starts at $55/mo, and cable or fiber reaches about 97% of Indianapolis. It makes the most sense at an address with no wired or 5G home internet option.
Is $100 a month a lot for internet in Indianapolis?
For most homes, yes. A 1 Gig plan in Indianapolis costs $50 (Xfinity), $50 (AT&T), $60 (Spectrum) a month in our latest price check. If you pay more than $80 for a gig, your promo price may have ended.
How We Analyze Internet in Indianapolis
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 Indianapolis report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Indianapolis
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.