Smithtown, NY Internet
Internet Providers in Smithtown, NY
Compare every internet provider in Smithtown, NY: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedOptimum is the best overall, with fiber speeds up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps reaching about 92% of the city. Where that fiber does not reach, Verizon is the safe backup, mostly fiber with an overall footprint of about 99% and common fiber speeds up to 2,048/2,048 Mbps reaching about 64% of the city.
In Smithtown ZIP 11787, Optimum is the clear local winner, with its fiber network reaching about 92% of the ZIP. Verizon fiber reaches about 3% there, so this is one of the places where the city-wide picture feels especially favorable to Optimum. Kings Park, St. James, and Commack can still vary from one street to the next, so do not assume the ZIP-wide result guarantees your address. For a budget-oriented alternative, T-Mobile fixed wireless reaches about 21% of the city at speeds up to 100/20 Mbps, while AT&T reaches about 6% at the same maximum speed. Coverage changes street to street, so confirm the exact address before choosing, especially if you are counting on fiber rather than cable or fixed wireless.
Best Internet Providers in Smithtown, NY
Best plan here: 1 Gig Internet — faster than 69% of all internet options in New York
- 1 Gig Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo · $50 Prepaid cardFiber940 MbpsDownload69Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps Internet$40/mo promotional rate, then $50/moFiber500 MbpsDownload69Our score$40Per month
- 300 Mbps Internet$25/mo for 12 monthsFiber300 MbpsDownload63Our score$25Per month
Source: Optimum 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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Smithtown
Busy households that stream, work remotely, and connect multiple devices can consider Optimum’s 1 Gig Fiber plan, which offers up to 940 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 69/100 that is above Smithtown’s city average. Fiber is generally the stronger technology for consistent performance, though the listed fiber plans are available to about 92% of the city, so confirm that fiber reaches your specific 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 Optimum
Optimum is a strong fit for households that stream, work from home, or have several connected devices, with fiber plans offering up to 940 Mbps and up to 500 Mbps download speeds at reasonable promotional prices. Those fiber options are available to about 92% of Smithtown, but availability is address-dependent, so check your exact address before choosing, especially since the 300 Mbps plan has a below-average 63/100 Speed Score.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: 1 Gig — faster than 69% of all internet options in New York
- 1 Gig$89.99/mo for 12 months, then $99.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paper-free billing, new customers, credit approval required) · $200 Amazon Gift CardFiber940 MbpsDownload69Our score$89.99Per month
- 500 Mbps$74.99/mo for 12 months, then $84.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift CardFiber500 MbpsDownload69Our score$74.99Per month
- 300 Mbps$49.99/mo for 12 months (Auto Pay & paper-free billing required, new customers, Fios available in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift CardFiber300 MbpsDownload63Our score$49.99Per month
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload63Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Smithtown
Verizon’s fiber plans offer low-latency service that is well suited to streaming, gaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices, with up to 940 Mbps download and 880 Mbps upload on the 1 Gig plan. Its headline Speed Score of 69/100 is above Smithtown’s city average of 50, making Verizon a competitive option, while the 300 Mbps and 500 Mbps fiber plans offer up to 300/300 Mbps and 500/500 Mbps respectively. Fiber availability is address-dependent, reaching about 99% of the city for these plans, so confirm that Fios service is available 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 Verizon
Verizon’s fiber plans offer excellent service for everyday use, with symmetrical speeds up to 940 Mbps and availability to about 99% of Smithtown for the listed fiber plans. The 5G Home option is adequate for lighter use at up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, but it reaches only about 9% of the city and requires a qualifying mobile bundle, so check your address for fiber first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 69% of all internet options in New York
- 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 MbpsDownload69Our 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 MbpsDownload69Our 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 MbpsDownload69Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Smithtown
This fits households seeking affordable home internet for streaming, work, and everyday use, with plans offering up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload on Rely or up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload on Amplified and All-In. T-Mobile’s 69/100 Speed Score is above Smithtown’s city average of 50, making it competitive, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired connections. The 500 Mbps plans are available to about 42% of the city, so address eligibility matters, and the advertised rates require a new Internet line, qualifying credit, and a postpaid voice line, with a bundle required for Amplified and All-In.
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 can suit smaller households, remote workers, or casual streamers who want up to 500 Mbps at a promotional price and can meet the required bundle terms. Its fixed wireless service is adequate rather than top-tier, with a Speed Score of 69/100, and the faster 500 Mbps plans are available to about 42% of Smithtown, so availability is address-dependent. Check your address first, since households with heavier streaming, gaming, or many connected devices may want to compare faster fiber or cable options if available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps — faster than 63% of all internet options in New York
- 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 MbpsDownload63Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Smithtown
At $40/mo for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 63/100 that is above Smithtown’s city average. As a fixed wireless plan, it provides adequate performance rather than the consistency of wired service, and availability reaches about 35% of the city, so check your address 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 AT&T
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, which is a fair value for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, though its Speed Score of 63/100 is below average. This fixed wireless plan is available to about 35% of Smithtown, and because fixed wireless can be less consistent than cable or fiber, check your address for faster options first if you need reliable performance for several users, gaming, or large uploads.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 69% of all internet options in New York
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload69Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload46Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload22Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Smithtown
Satellite service offers broad access for everyday browsing and streaming, but its higher latency can affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Starlink’s Residential Max 400 Mbps plan provides up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130/mo, with a Speed Score of 69/100, above Smithtown’s city average of 50, and availability to 100.0% of the city. Because satellite performance is more limited than wired options, check which technologies reach your specific address before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starlink
Starlink uses satellite internet, giving you broad availability but typically higher latency, which can affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Its fastest option offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130/mo, while slower plans offer up to 200 Mbps or 100 Mbps, so it is worth checking for faster fiber or cable service at your address before choosing satellite.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 78% of all internet options in New York
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload22Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload11Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload2Our 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 Smithtown
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 22/100 Speed Score is below the city average of 50. As satellite service, it has limited performance compared with alternatives, so check what else is available at your address before choosing it; Fusion is available to 100.0% of Smithtown.
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 $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $119.99, HughesNet Fusion buys you up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but satellite service and its below average Speed Score of 22/100 make that a modest value for the price. HughesNet is available to 100.0% of Smithtown through this plan, but check your address for faster cable or fiber service first, since the 50 Mbps and 25 Mbps alternatives may be better suited to basic browsing than modern streaming, work, and connected-home needs.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Smithtown
All 17 product lines from the 6 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 17 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload69Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Verizon500 Mbps$74.99/mo for 12 months, then $84.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift Card500 MbpsDownload69Our score$74.99$84.99Per month~98.5%CoverageFiber
- Verizon1 Gig$89.99/mo for 12 months, then $99.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paper-free billing, new customers, credit approval required) · $200 Amazon Gift Card940 MbpsDownload69Our score$89.99$99.99Per month~98.5%CoverageFiber
- Optimum500 Mbps Internet$40/mo promotional rate, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload69Our score$40$50Per month~91.9%CoverageFiber
- Optimum1 Gig Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo · $50 Prepaid card940 MbpsDownload69Our score$50$60Per month~91.9%CoverageFiber
- Verizon300 Mbps$49.99/mo for 12 months (Auto Pay & paper-free billing required, new customers, Fios available in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift Card300 MbpsDownload63Our score$49.99Per month~98.5%CoverageFiber
- Optimum300 Mbps Internet$25/mo for 12 months300 MbpsDownload63Our score$25$40Per month~91.9%CoverageFiber
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload46Our score$85Per 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 MbpsDownload69Our score$35$50Per month~42.1%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 MbpsDownload69Our score$45$60Per month~42.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Smithtown
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Optimum 300 Mbps Internet for $25/mo for the first 12 months, reaching about 92% of Smithtown.
It is the city's cheapest plan and provides enough capacity for shared streaming, browsing, and video calls.
Check first: Confirm Optimum's 92% plan reach at your address before ordering.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Optimum fiber up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps where available, reaching about 92% of Smithtown.
Its symmetrical fiber tier supports demanding uploads, video meetings, cloud work, and multiple simultaneous users.
Check first: The 8,000 Mbps fiber tier is not available across Optimum's entire footprint.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Optimum fiber up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps where available, reaching about 92% of Smithtown.
The fastest listed tier offers exceptional download and upload capacity for streaming and gaming households.
Check first: Verify fiber availability because cable and fiber coverage differ by address.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Check Verizon first, then use Starlink or HughesNet, which are available everywhere.
Verizon covers about 99% overall, while satellite options provide availability throughout Smithtown.
Check first: Verizon's 2,048 Mbps fiber tier reaches only about 64% of the city.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Smithtown
Smithtown 11787
Optimum is currently the strongest option for Fast fiber connectivity.
Optimum fiber reaches about 92% of ZIP 11787 at up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps.
Smithtown 11787
Optimum is currently the strongest option for multi-user homes, remote work, gaming, and 4K streaming.
Optimum leads this ZIP with 92.3% best-address share.
Internet providers near Smithtown
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Smithtown, check the neighboring market directly.
Smithtown Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Smithtown, NY?
Optimum is the best overall provider, with fiber up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps reaching about 92% of Smithtown. That fastest tier is available where Optimum fiber reaches, while Verizon provides the broadest backup at about 99% overall coverage.
What is the fastest internet in Smithtown, NY?
Optimum fiber is fastest, offering up to 8,000/8,000 Mbps across about 92% of Smithtown. Check your address because this fiber reach is smaller than Optimum's roughly 99% overall footprint.
Which internet provider covers the most of Smithtown, NY?
Satellite providers are available everywhere, while Optimum and Verizon have the largest nonsatellite footprints at about 99% each. Optimum's fastest fiber reaches about 92%, and Verizon's fastest common fiber tier reaches about 64%, so availability and speed vary by address.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Smithtown, NY?
Optimum 300 Mbps Internet costs $25/mo for the first 12 months and reaches about 92% of Smithtown. It is the city's cheapest listed plan, so confirm that the plan reaches your address before ordering.
Can I get fiber internet in Smithtown?
Yes, Optimum fiber reaches about 92% of Smithtown, while Verizon's 2,048/2,048 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 64%. Address-level checking matters because a provider's overall footprint does not show where its fastest fiber technology is installed.
What internet speed do I need in Smithtown?
A 300 Mbps plan reaches about 92% with Optimum and is a practical starting point for many households. Choose Optimum's 8,000/8,000 Mbps fiber where available for heavy uploads, many simultaneous users, or demanding streaming and gaming.
Can two homes in the same ZIP get different options?
Yes. Provider qualification often changes by block, apartment building, or infrastructure segment.
How We Analyze Internet in Smithtown
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 Smithtown report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Smithtown
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.