Mason, MI Internet
Internet Providers in Mason, MI
Compare every internet provider in Mason, MI: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedRoles count plans reaching at least 5% of Mason. Faster only in small pockets: Frontier Fiber 7 Gig up to 7,000 Mbps (~2% of the city).
WOW Internet, Cable & Phone is the best overall choice, with cable speeds up to 1,200 Mbps reaching about 52% of the city. Metronet Holdings offers fiber speeds up to 5,120/5,120 Mbps to about 8% of the city; if it reaches your address, it is the faster choice. Where WOW does not reach, Surf Internet is the broadest backup, mostly fixed wireless with its overall footprint covering about 67% of the city and speeds up to 25 Mbps reaching about 65%.
In Springbrook, WOW leads with about 34% of the ZIP, closely followed by Xfinity at about 33%. Fiber is present there too, with Surf Internet reaching about 9%, HomeWorks Connect about 6%, and Metronet Holdings about 4%, so Springbrook has more high-speed variety than the citywide picture suggests. College Fields and Mason Hills still deserve an address-level check, since coverage can change from one street to the next. Mercury Broadband is a worthwhile budget fixed wireless option, reaching about 80% of the city with speeds up to 150/20 Mbps. Confirm the exact address before choosing, especially if you are comparing cable with a limited fiber footprint.
Best Internet Providers in Mason, MI
Best plan here: Fiber 300 — faster than 76% of all internet options in Michigan
- Fiber 300Cable300 MbpsDownload76Our score$25Per month
Source: WOW Internet, Cable & Phone 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 Mason
WOW Internet, Cable & Phone is a solid option in Mason, offering up to 300 Mbps download and 300 Mbps upload for $25 per month. Its Fiber 300 plan has a Speed Score of 76/100, above the city average of 70, and provides symmetrical speeds that suit streaming, gaming, and multiple users. Availability is address-dependent, with this plan reaching about 53% of the city, so confirm that fiber service is offered 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 WOW Internet, Cable & Phone
WOW Internet, Cable & Phone is a strong option for households that can get its Fiber 300 plan, offering good, symmetrical speeds of up to 300 Mbps for $25 per month. It has a Speed Score of 76/100 and is available to about 53% of Mason, so check your address to confirm you are in the covered area before choosing it.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Cable
Best plan here: 2 Gig — faster than 95% of all internet options in Michigan
- 2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable2,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$100Per month
- 1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable1,200 MbpsDownload89Our score$100Per month
- 1 GigCable1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)Cable500 MbpsDownload81Our score$45Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable300 MbpsDownload76Our 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 Mason
Xfinity reaches 31.3% of Mason, so its service is available at only a portion of local addresses. Where available, its cable network is a solid, reliable choice, with the 2 Gig plan offering up to 2000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload and a 95/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 70. Check your exact address because plan availability 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 Xfinity
Xfinity reaches 31.3% of Mason, so availability is limited and you will need to check your address before counting on it. Where available, its cable service offers excellent choices, including up to 2 Gig for $100 per month and up to 1 Gig for $50 per month, but the fastest plans reach only about 15% and 31% of the city respectively, making Xfinity a strong option only at eligible addresses.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
HomeWorks Connect
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 81% of all internet options in Michigan
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 Mason
Fiber is an excellent choice for low-latency browsing, streaming, gaming, and heavy uploads, with up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload speeds. HomeWorks Connect’s fiber plan has a Speed Score of 81/100, above Mason’s average top speed score of 70 and a top-tier option where available. Coverage is limited to 12.9% of Mason, so confirm that fiber service reaches 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 HomeWorks Connect
Fiber internet supports demanding everyday use such as streaming, video calls, gaming, and working from home, with up to 1000 Mbps both ways. HomeWorks Connect is a strong option where this fiber plan is available, but its availability is address-dependent, so check your exact address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Michigan
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 Mason
Metronet Holdings is an excellent choice for households that stream heavily, game online, work from home, or have many connected devices. Its fiber plan offers up to 5,120 Mbps download and 5,120 Mbps upload, with a 99/100 Speed Score and symmetrical performance, but availability is limited to about 8% of Mason, so confirm that fiber reaches 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 Metronet Holdings
Households with heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or large file transfers should find Metronet Holdings to be an excellent option, with fiber offering up to 5120 Mbps both ways. This top-tier service is address-dependent and reaches about 8% of Mason, so check your address to confirm availability.
Available Plans
Fiber
Surf Internet
Speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Plans start at $50 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Michigan
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 Mason
Surf Internet is a top-tier option for addresses reached by its fiber service. Its fiber plans offer up to 8,000 Mbps both ways with a Speed Score of 99, or up to 2,000 Mbps both ways with a score of 95 and availability across about 5% of Mason. Address availability matters because the widely available fixed wireless plan reaches about 65% of the city but offers only up to 25 Mbps download, 3 Mbps upload, and a Speed Score of 5, so consider checking other providers first if fiber is not available.
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 Surf Internet
Surf Internet is an excellent choice for addresses with its fiber service, but it is not a strong option everywhere in Mason. Fiber offers up to 8,000 Mbps both ways, though the fastest plan reaches only about 0% of census blocks and the up to 2,000 Mbps plan about 5%; elsewhere, its fixed wireless fallback reaches about 65% but offers only up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload, which may not be enough for modern households.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 7 Gig — faster than 99% of all internet options in Michigan
- Fiber 7 Gig$124.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, maintain service 365 days for Samsung credit) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber7,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$124.99Per month
- Fiber 5 Gig$104.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher, maintain service for 365 days) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber5,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$104.99Per month
- Fiber 2 Gig$79.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber2,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$79.99Per month
- Fiber 1 Gig$64.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig plan) · $400 Best Buy promo code for Samsung productsFiber1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$64.99Per month
- Fiber 500$44.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher for Samsung credit) · $400 Best Buy promo code for Samsung productsFiber500 MbpsDownload81Our score$44.99Per month
- Fiber 200$29.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher for Samsung credit) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber200 MbpsDownload61Our score$29.99Per month
Source: Frontier 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 Mason
With a 99/100 headline Speed Score, Frontier’s Fiber 7 Gig offers up to 7,000 Mbps both ways, enough for heavy streaming, gaming, large downloads, and many connected devices at once. It is an excellent, top-tier choice and ranks above Mason’s city average of 70. Fiber 7 Gig is available to about 2% of the city, so check your address carefully because Frontier’s best technology may not reach every location.
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 Frontier
Frontier’s Fiber 7 Gig offers up to 7,000 Mbps both ways, an excellent top-tier option for heavy streaming, gaming, large downloads, and many connected devices. Fiber plans from 200 to 7,000 Mbps are available, but the fiber shown here reaches only about 2% of Mason, so availability is highly address-dependent and you should confirm a fiber option at your address before choosing Frontier.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps — faster than 76% of all internet options in Michigan
- 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 MbpsDownload76Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T 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 Mason
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, making it a reasonably priced fixed wireless plan with a 76/100 Speed Score that is above Mason’s city average of 70. That is a competitive result, though fixed wireless may be less consistent than wired connections for some households. The plan is available to about 22% of the city, so check your address to confirm availability and whether this option fits your needs.
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
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers good value with up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, making it a solid choice for streaming, video calls, and several connected devices. Its fixed wireless technology is adequate rather than top-tier, and this plan is available to about 22% of Mason, so check your address first and compare any faster wired options before choosing.
Available Plans
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Fiber
ACD.net
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 81% of all internet options in Michigan
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 Mason
ACD.net’s fiber reaches about 4% of Mason, so relatively few addresses are likely to qualify. Where available at your address, its fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 81, making it an excellent, top-tier option for demanding internet use.
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 ACD.net
ACD.net reaches just 4.2% of Mason, so most shoppers will have limited odds of getting its service. Where available at your address, its fiber plan offers excellent performance with up to 1000 Mbps download and upload, making it a strong choice for streaming, gaming, remote work, and multiple users.
Available Plans
Fiber
Mercury Broadband
Speeds up to 144 Mbps
Plans range $25–$60 /mo *
Best plan here: Mercury Enhanced Plus Fixed Wireless — faster than 52% of all internet options in Michigan
- Mercury Enhanced Plus Fixed Wireless$60/mo promotional rate, then $95/mo · $500 Prepaid Mastercard and Gift CardFixed Wireless144 MbpsDownload52Our score$60Per month
- Mercury Essential Fixed Wireless$35/mo promotional rate, then $65/moFixed Wireless59 MbpsDownload21Our score$35Per month
- Mercury Foundation Fixed Wireless$25/mo promotional rate, then $50/moFixed Wireless28 MbpsDownload15Our score$25Per month
Source: Mercury Broadband 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
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mason
Mercury Broadband reaches 79.6% of Mason, giving many households a reasonable chance of getting service. Its best plan, Enhanced Plus Fixed Wireless, offers up to 144 Mbps download and 14 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 52/100, below the city average of 70, so fixed wireless provides adequate performance but may be less consistent than other technologies. Availability and real-world performance depend on your exact address, so verify service and check other options if you need stronger speeds or reliability.
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 Mercury Broadband
Mercury Broadband reaches 79.6% of Mason, so many households have a reasonable chance of getting service. Its best option is fixed wireless with up to 144 Mbps download and 14 Mbps upload, which is adequate for many everyday needs but not as strong as fiber or cable, while the lower-speed plans may feel limiting for modern households; availability is address-dependent, so check for faster options first.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 76% of all internet options in Michigan
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload76Our 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 Mason
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless connection offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it a good fit for everyday streaming, browsing, and multiple connected devices, though performance can vary more than with wired service. Its Speed Score of 76/100 is above Mason’s city average of 70, making it a competitive option, and this plan is available to about 37% of the city. Check your address carefully because 5G Home availability is not universal, and the plan requires Auto Pay plus a qualifying postpaid mobile unlimited plan.
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 a good fit for streaming, video calls, and everyday household use, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than cable or fiber. This plan is available to about 37% of Mason, so check your address first, and note that the $60 monthly price for 12 months requires Auto Pay and a qualifying postpaid unlimited mobile plan with 5G Ultra Wideband.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 81% of all internet options in Michigan
- 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 MbpsDownload81Our 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 MbpsDownload81Our 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 MbpsDownload81Our 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 Mason
Budget-conscious households that need solid everyday internet can consider T-Mobile’s fixed wireless plans, which offer up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 81/100, above Mason’s city average of 70. The service is available to about 47% of the city, and fixed wireless availability and real-world performance can vary by address, so verify your location 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 T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a solid fit for households that want fast everyday service for streaming, video calls, and multiple users, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and up to 60 Mbps upload. The 500 Mbps plans have an 81/100 Speed Score, but availability is address-dependent and reaches about 47% of Mason, so check your address before relying on T-Mobile as your main option and compare faster fiber or cable service if it is available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Great Lakes High Speed LLC
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Slower than 76% of all internet options in Michigan
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 Mason
Up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload can handle streaming, video calls, and everyday household use. Great Lakes High Speed LLC’s fixed wireless plan has a Speed Score of 24/100, indicating limited performance compared with alternatives and Mason’s 70 average top speed score. This plan reaches about 2% of the city, so availability is highly address-dependent, and it is worth checking what other providers offer 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 Great Lakes High Speed LLC
Up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload can support streaming, video calls, and everyday internet use for a small household, but this fixed wireless plan reaches only about 2% of Mason. Availability is address-dependent, and the other plans top out at 30/5 Mbps and 25/4 Mbps with about 12% and 1% coverage, so check for faster cable or fiber options first because these fallback speeds may feel limiting for busy households.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 81% of all internet options in Michigan
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload81Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload61Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload24Our 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 Mason
Satellite internet can support streaming, browsing, and everyday connectivity, but its higher latency may affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 81/100, above Mason’s city average of 70, making it a competitive option. The plan is shown as available to 100.0% of Mason, but confirm your address and check whether a lower-latency technology is available before choosing satellite.
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 can reach homes that wired providers may miss, but its higher latency can make gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities feel less responsive. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, with availability to 100% of Mason, making it a strong satellite option, though it is still smart to check your address for fiber or cable first if those faster, lower-latency choices are available.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 79% of all internet options in Michigan
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload21Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload15Our 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 Mason
Viasat is a limited-performance satellite option compared with alternatives in Mason, with its best plan, Viasat Essentials, offering up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for a Speed Score of 21/100. That score is below the city average of 70, so consider checking other providers first, especially for lower-latency activities such as gaming or video calls. Viasat Essentials is available to 100% of the city, but address-level availability and satellite performance 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 Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly an adequate fallback, so check for faster internet options before choosing it. Its Viasat Essentials plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability across about 100% of Mason, while Viasat Unleashed is slower at up to 34 Mbps download for $99.99 per month; as satellite service with below-average Speed Scores, these plans may struggle with modern high-bandwidth needs.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 76% of all internet options in Michigan
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload24Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload16Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload5Our 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 Mason
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 24/100 Speed Score is below Mason’s city average of 70. Satellite offers limited performance compared with other technologies, so consider checking what else is available at your address before committing. Fusion is listed as available to 100% of Mason, but confirm service availability and expected performance for 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 HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps, but its satellite service has below-average performance and may not keep up with demanding modern use. Fusion is the strongest choice at up to 100 Mbps for $94.99 per month initially, while Select and Lite cost less but offer up to 50 Mbps and 25 Mbps, respectively; all three are available to 100% of Mason, though you should check for faster fiber or cable options at your address first.
Available Plans
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Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Mason
All 28 product lines from the 10 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 28 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload81Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload61Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Mercury BroadbandMercury Enhanced Plus Fixed Wireless$60/mo promotional rate, then $95/mo · $500 Prepaid Mastercard and Gift Card144 MbpsDownload52Our score$60$95Per month~79.6%CoverageFixed Wireless
- WOW Internet, Cable & PhoneFiber 300300 MbpsDownload76Our score$25Per month~52.7%CoverageCable
- 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 MbpsDownload81Our score$35$50Per month~47.1%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 MbpsDownload81Our score$45$60Per month~47.1%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 MbpsDownload81Our score$55$70Per month~47.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload76Our score$60Per month~37.4%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload89Our score$100Per month~31.2%CoverageCable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload81Our score$45$55Per month~31.2%CoverageCable
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 Mason
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose WOW Internet, Cable & Phone's 300 Mbps Fiber 300 where available.
Its 300 Mbps tier reaches about 53% of Mason and matches the city's tied $25 promotional starting price.
Check first: Confirm address eligibility because the plan reaches about 53%, not every Mason address.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Metronet Holdings fiber where available; otherwise consider WOW's 1,200 Mbps cable tier.
Metronet reaches about 8% at 5,120 Mbps, while WOW reaches about 52% at 1,200 Mbps.
Check first: Metronet's fastest fiber is limited to about 8% of Mason addresses.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Pick Metronet Holdings fiber where available for 5,120/5,120 Mbps performance.
Its symmetrical 5,120 Mbps tier reaches about 8% of Mason, offering the fastest listed service.
Check first: Check your address first; the 5,120 Mbps tier is not broadly available.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Start with Surf Internet fixed wireless, with Mercury Broadband as another broad fixed-wireless option.
Surf's 25 Mbps tier reaches about 65%, while Mercury's 144 Mbps tier reaches about 80% of Mason.
Check first: Neither provider's fastest tier should be assumed available at every address.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Mason
Springbrook 48854
WOW Internet, Cable & Phone is currently the strongest option for High-speed cable service.
WOW leads Springbrook at about 34%, narrowly ahead of Xfinity at about 33%.
Springbrook 48854
WOW Internet, Cable & Phone is currently the strongest option for most households with regular streaming and work-from-home needs.
WOW Internet, Cable & Phone leads this ZIP with 33.9% best-address share.
Internet providers near Mason
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Mason, check the neighboring market directly.
Mason Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Mason, MI?
WOW Internet, Cable & Phone is the best overall provider, with cable up to 1,200 Mbps reaching about 52% of Mason. Metronet Holdings is faster where available, offering 5,120/5,120 Mbps fiber to about 8% of addresses, so verify availability before choosing.
What is the fastest internet in Mason, MI?
Metronet Holdings is fastest where available, with 5,120/5,120 Mbps fiber reaching about 8% of Mason. WOW Internet, Cable & Phone is the best overall choice, offering cable up to 1,200 Mbps reaching about 52%.
Which internet provider covers the most of Mason, MI?
T-Mobile covers the most among non-satellite providers, reaching about 87% of Mason overall. Satellite providers are available everywhere, while T-Mobile's 400 Mbps and 500 Mbps plans reach about 47%, so check the exact address.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Mason, MI?
The cheapest tied options are Mercury Broadband Foundation Fixed Wireless at $25/mo promotional pricing, then $50/mo, for 28 Mbps reaching about 80%, and WOW Fiber 300 at a $25/mo promotional starting price for 300 Mbps reaching about 53%. Compare coverage and promotion terms before ordering.
Can I get fiber internet in Mason?
Six listed providers offer fiber options in Mason, including Metronet Holdings fiber reaching about 8% and HomeWorks Connect fiber reaching about 13%. Fiber availability is address-specific, so check whether your location falls within the provider's own fiber footprint.
What internet speed do I need in Mason?
A 300 Mbps plan is a practical listed option in Mason, including WOW Fiber 300 reaching about 53% and AT&T Internet Air reaching about 22%. Larger households should check faster tiers, but each provider's speed availability depends on the specific technology footprint.
What internet options are available in Springbrook?
WOW Internet, Cable & Phone leads ZIP 48854, reaching about 34% of Springbrook, followed by Xfinity at about 33%. Surf Internet reaches about 9% and HomeWorks Connect about 6%, so compare the exact address before selecting a provider.
How We Analyze Internet in Mason
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 Mason report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Mason
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.