Winston-Salem, NC Internet
Internet Providers in Winston-Salem, NC
Compare every internet provider in Winston-Salem, NC: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedSpectrum is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 93% of Winston-Salem. If AT&T reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps reaching about 38% of the city.
The local picture is more competitive than the citywide ranking suggests: AT&T leads Ardmore at about 57%, West End at about 39%, and ZIP 27104 at about 61%, all with its 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber tier. Buena Vista is a close split, with AT&T at about 37%, Spectrum at about 34%, and Lumos at about 20%, while Lumos leads ZIP 27106 at about 28% and Zirrus reaches about 18% there with fiber speeds up to 6,000/6,000 Mbps. Spectrum dominates ZIP 27107 at about 52%, making it especially important around Washington Park, while AT&T reaches about 35% there. For students at Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem State University, Salem College, or the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, verify the building carefully because apartments can differ from nearby homes and some addresses may still rely on older DSL or copper infrastructure. T-Mobile and Verizon are worth checking for fixed wireless, but coverage changes street to street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Winston-Salem, NC
Best plan here: Internet Gig 1 Gig — faster than 79% of all internet options in North Carolina
- 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 MbpsDownload79Our 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 MbpsDownload76Our 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 MbpsDownload21Our 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 Winston-Salem
Spectrum’s headline Speed Score of 79/100 reflects up to 1,000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload on its Gig plan, a strong fit for streaming, gaming, and multiple connected devices. Its cable service is a solid, reliable choice and scores above Winston-Salem’s city average of 67, but the best plan available at your address may vary. Internet Gig is available to about 93% of the city, while the 500 Mbps plan costs $40 per month for 12 months and the 100 Mbps plan costs $30 per month for 12 months, subject to new-customer terms.
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 1,000 Mbps cable plan is a good fit for streaming, gaming, video calls, and several connected devices at once, with a good 79/100 Speed Score. It is available to about 93% of Winston-Salem, though the 500 Mbps and 100 Mbps cable plans are also address-dependent, so check your address to confirm the fastest option and compare pricing after the 12-month introductory period.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed — faster than 95% of all internet options in North Carolina
- 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 MbpsDownload79Our 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 MbpsDownload76Our 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 MbpsDownload71Our 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 MbpsDownload71Our 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 Winston-Salem
AT&T covers about 66.5% of Winston-Salem with Copper, Fiber, Licensed Fixed Wireless. Availability is address-specific, so confirm what reaches your exact location 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&T offers strong value, from $35/mo for up to 300 Mbps to $90/mo for up to 5,000 Mbps, with its fastest fiber plan providing symmetrical speeds and excellent performance. Fiber availability is address-dependent, reaching about 42% of Winston-Salem for the 1 GIG, 500Mbps, and 300Mbps plans, while Internet Air reaches about 8% and offers up to 300 Mbps download but only 30 Mbps upload, so check your address for fiber first because the fallback may be less suitable for heavy uploading or busy households.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Lumos
Speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Plans start at $50 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 95% of all internet options in North Carolina
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 Winston-Salem
Lumos’s top fiber plan reaches about 14% of Winston-Salem, so availability is limited to a minority of addresses. Where offered, up to 5,000 Mbps download and upload with a Speed Score of 95/100 makes it an excellent choice and well above the city’s average top speed score of 67. The technology at your address matters, since some locations may receive only copper service up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 1/100, making it worth checking other providers first.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Lumos
Lumos reaches 15.5% of Winston-Salem, so availability is limited and you will need to check your address. Where its fiber is available, Lumos offers excellent choices, including up to 5000 Mbps both ways across about 14% of census blocks and up to 1000 Mbps both ways in about 1%, but the remaining copper option is only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, which may not be sufficient for modern households.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Kinetic by Windstream
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Plans range $24.99–$59.99 /mo *
Best plan here: Fiber 1 Gig — faster than 79% of all internet options in North Carolina
- Fiber 1 GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$59.99Per month
- Fiber 300 MbpsFiber300 MbpsDownload71Our score$39.99Per month
- Fiber 100 MbpsFiber100 MbpsDownload21Our score$24.99Per month
Source: Kinetic by Windstream 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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Winston-Salem
At $59.99 per month, Kinetic’s Fiber 1 Gig plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload, a strong value for symmetrical service with a 79/100 Speed Score. That score is above Winston-Salem’s city average of 67, while the $39.99 Fiber 300 Mbps plan scores 71/100 and the $24.99 Fiber 100 Mbps plan scores 21/100, showing meaningful performance differences. Fiber availability is limited to about 2% of the city, so confirm your address can receive these plans before relying on their stronger 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 Kinetic by Windstream
Starting at $24.99/mo for up to 100 Mbps, Kinetic by Windstream offers good value, with fiber plans reaching up to 300 Mbps for $39.99/mo or up to 1 Gig for $59.99/mo, all with symmetrical speeds. The fiber option is excellent but address-dependent, reaching about 2% of Winston-Salem, so check availability first because the provider’s other service may not meet modern streaming, gaming, or work-from-home needs.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Cable
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Zirrus
Speeds up to 6,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in North Carolina
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 Winston-Salem
Households with demanding streaming, gaming, and work-from-home needs will find Zirrus’s fiber plan an excellent choice, offering up to 6000 Mbps download and 6000 Mbps upload with a 99/100 Speed Score. That fiber plan reaches about 3% of Winston-Salem, so availability depends on your specific address. Where only Zirrus Copper is available, performance is limited compared to alternatives, with up to 10 Mbps download, 1 Mbps upload, and a 1/100 Speed Score, so consider checking other providers first.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Zirrus
Zirrus is a strong fit for homes with demanding users who can access its fiber plan, offering up to 6000 Mbps both ways and excellent performance for streaming, gaming, remote work, and large households. Fiber availability is address-dependent and reaches about 3% of census blocks, while the fallback copper plan offers only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, which may not be sufficient for modern needs, so check your address for faster options first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Best plan here: Brightspeed Internet up to 100 Mbps — slower than 79% of all internet options in North Carolina
- Brightspeed Internet up to 100 Mbps$65/mo for 12 months (qualifying Fiber Brightspeed customers; new customers for reward card) · $250 Reward CardDSL100 MbpsDownload21Our score$65Per month
Source: Brightspeed 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
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Winston-Salem
Brightspeed’s up to 100 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload can handle basic browsing, streaming, and smaller households, but the plan’s Speed Score is 21/100, well below Winston-Salem’s city average of 67. This DSL service has limited performance compared with alternatives, so consider checking other providers first, especially for multiple simultaneous users, gaming, or large uploads. Availability is highly address-dependent, with this plan reaching about 0% of the city.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Brightspeed
Up to 100 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload is suitable for basic browsing, streaming, and video calls, but it may feel limited for busy households or heavy uploads. This DSL plan is available to only about 0% of Winston-Salem and has a below-average Speed Score of 21/100, so check your address for faster internet options before choosing Brightspeed.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 71% of all internet options in North Carolina
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload71Our 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 Winston-Salem
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless connection offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, supporting streaming, video calls, and everyday connected devices, though performance can vary more than with wired service. Its 5G Home plan has a Speed Score of 71/100, above Winston-Salem’s city average of 67, making it a competitive option where available. Address-level availability matters because this plan reaches about 65% of the city, so check your address to confirm service and compare the performance of available connection types.
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 everyday browsing, streaming, and many work-from-home needs, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired connections. This plan is available to about 65% of Winston-Salem and costs $60 per month for 12 months with Auto Pay and a qualifying postpaid mobile unlimited plan, so check your address before counting on it and compare any faster fiber or cable options nearby.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 76% of all internet options in North Carolina
- 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 MbpsDownload76Our 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 MbpsDownload76Our 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 MbpsDownload76Our 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 Winston-Salem
Budget-conscious households with everyday streaming, browsing, and work needs may find T-Mobile Rely Home Internet a practical fit, offering up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for $35 per month for 12 months. T-Mobile’s fixed-wireless plans have a 76/100 Speed Score, above Winston-Salem’s 67 city average, with options offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload. Fixed wireless can vary more than wired service, and these plans are available to about 70% of the city, so confirm your address and bundle requirements 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 T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a solid fit for households that want reasonably fast internet for streaming, video calls, and everyday use, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload and a 76/100 speed score. Availability is address-dependent, reaching about 70% of the city for these plans, so check your address first, since fixed wireless can be less consistent than cable or fiber.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 76% of all internet options in North Carolina
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload76Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload57Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our 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 Winston-Salem
Starlink’s satellite connection can support everyday browsing, streaming, and remote work, but its higher latency may be less suitable for fast-response gaming or demanding video calls. Its Residential Max 400 Mbps plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130/mo, with a 76/100 Speed Score and availability to 100.0% of Winston-Salem. That score is above the city average of 67, making it a competitive satellite option, though households prioritizing low latency should check what other connection types reach their 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 Starlink
Starlink uses satellite internet, making it a useful option for homes that lack wired service, though higher latency can make gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities less consistent. Its Residential Max 400 plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload and is available to 100.0% of Winston-Salem, but check your address for fiber or cable first because those technologies are generally better for modern, latency-sensitive use.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 79% of all internet options in North Carolina
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our 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 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 Winston-Salem
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its satellite connection earns a 21/100 Speed Score, below Winston-Salem’s city average of 67. Select costs $49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/mo, for up to 50/5 Mbps and a 16/100 score, while Lite costs $39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/mo, for up to 25/3 Mbps and a 6/100 score; each plan shows 100.0% availability, but satellite latency and limited performance make it worth checking what other technologies reach 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 download speeds, but its satellite plans have below-average performance and may feel limited for modern households. Coverage is shown at 100.0% of Winston-Salem, yet you should check for faster fiber or cable service at your address first, since satellite can have higher latency and may not be the best fit for streaming, gaming, or multiple heavy users.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 81% of all internet options in North Carolina
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload19Our 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 Winston-Salem
Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives, with a headline Speed Score of 19/100 versus the Winston-Salem average of 67. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability at 100% of the city, but satellite’s higher latency can affect video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities. Viasat Unleashed is slower at up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 15/100, so check what other technologies are 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 Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is a backup option rather than a top choice for most households, since its satellite plans have below-average Speed Scores and offer up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, or up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month. Both plans are available to 100% of Winston-Salem, but satellite internet can struggle with latency and demanding modern uses, so check your address for faster fiber or cable service first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Internet Provider Reviews in Winston-Salem, NC
We read 305 recent Google reviews of Winston-Salem listings for AT&T 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
Mixed
12% mention
Support
Mixed
19% mention
“Gianni did a wonderful job of helping me with my home internet.He worked to help give me the best deal.”
What Spectrum customers report
Outages
Very poor
8% mention
Billing
Poor
9% mention
Support
Poor
37% mention
Installation
Mixed
6% mention
Equipment
Poor
24% mention
“I've had trouble with my cable for 4 years now and tge great staff at Spectrum at Friendly Center greensboro nc. Finally was able to get me back on line and and with cable that I can afford. Thank you Friendly staff at Spectrum!!!”
“Please save your money! Spectrum internet is really slow mayority of the times, and every year they raise the price! They claim each year a "promotion ends" and that the price changes on your billing statement.”
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 Winston-Salem
All 24 product lines from the 9 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 24 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload76Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Gig 1 Gig$60/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$60Per month~92.6%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Premier 500 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)500 MbpsDownload76Our score$40Per month~92.6%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload57Our 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 MbpsDownload76Our score$35$50Per month~70%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 MbpsDownload76Our score$45$60Per month~70%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 MbpsDownload76Our score$55$70Per month~70%CoverageFixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload71Our score$60Per month~64.9%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- 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~38.1%CoverageFiber
- 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 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month~41.9%CoverageFiber
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Winston-Salem providers head-to-head
See how Winston-Salem’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Winston-Salem
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Spectrum Internet 100 for $30/mo promotional pricing, reaching about 93% of Winston-Salem.
Its 100 Mbps cable tier reaches about 93%, including many shared-home addresses.
Check first: Confirm availability and promotional terms at your specific address before ordering.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose AT&T Fiber 1 GIG where available, reaching about 42% of Winston-Salem.
Its 1,000 Mbps fiber tier offers symmetrical service for video calls and large uploads.
Check first: AT&T's fastest 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches only about 38% of the city.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose AT&T Internet 5 GIG where available, reaching about 38% of Winston-Salem.
Its 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber tier provides the city's fastest listed service.
Check first: Check address eligibility because this fiber tier is not broadly available.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential 100 Mbps for $55/mo promotional pricing, available everywhere.
Starlink's 100 Mbps plan reaches every address when wired options are limited.
Check first: Compare the address-specific wired options before choosing satellite service.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Winston-Salem
West End 27101
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fast fiber availability.
AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 39% of West End, compared with Spectrum's about 33% cable coverage.
Ardmore 27103
AT&T is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber households.
AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 57% of Ardmore, while Spectrum's cable reaches about 21%.
ZIP 27104
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Broadest listed fiber choice.
AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 61% of ZIP 27104, with Zirrus fiber reaching about 3%.
ZIP 27106
Lumos is currently the strongest option for Fiber alternatives.
Lumos reaches about 28% of ZIP 27106, while Zirrus reaches about 18% and AT&T reaches about 19%.
Internet providers near Winston-Salem
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Winston-Salem, check the neighboring market directly.
Winston-Salem Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Winston-Salem, NC?
Spectrum is the best overall provider, with cable up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 93% of Winston-Salem. AT&T is faster where available, offering 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber to about 38% of the city, so check your address before choosing.
What is the fastest internet in Winston-Salem, NC?
AT&T is the fastest internet in Winston-Salem where it is available: fiber up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps, reaching about 38% of the city. Spectrum reaches far more homes at up to 1,000 Mbps.
Which internet provider covers the most of Winston-Salem, NC?
Spectrum has the largest non-satellite footprint, with about 93% city coverage. Satellite providers are available everywhere, but Spectrum offers the broadest listed wired coverage and reaches about 93% with its 1,000 Mbps cable tier.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Winston-Salem, NC?
Kinetic by Windstream Fiber 100 Mbps is the cheapest plan at a $24.99/mo promotional starting rate, reaching about 2% of Winston-Salem. Its limited availability means many households will need to compare address-eligible plans from other providers.
Can I get fiber internet in Winston-Salem?
AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 38% of Winston-Salem, while its 1,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 42%. Fiber availability varies by address, with Lumos, Kinetic by Windstream, Zirrus, and Brightspeed also appearing in smaller portions of the city.
What internet speed do I need in Winston-Salem?
A 100 Mbps plan supports typical smaller households, while 500 Mbps or 1,000 Mbps better suits multiple simultaneous streams, remote work, and gaming. Spectrum offers 100 Mbps cable to about 93% of the city, while AT&T's 1,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 42%.
Which internet providers serve Ardmore in Winston-Salem?
AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 57% of Ardmore, while Spectrum's cable reaches about 21%. AT&T is the strongest listed high-speed option there, but confirm the exact service technology and tier at your address before ordering.
How We Analyze Internet in Winston-Salem
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 Winston-Salem report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Winston-Salem
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.