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AT&T vs Spectrum in Akron
AT&T’s fiber offers far faster uploads and higher top speeds, while Spectrum’s cable is $5 cheaper and reaches a slightly wider slice of Akron.
AT&T wins this one for most people in Akron. Its fiber hits up to 5000/5000 Mbps where available with a 98/100 speed score, and at $35/mo it’s only $5 more than Spectrum. Spectrum’s cable tops out at 1000/35 Mbps with an 87/100 speed score, though its ~96% coverage edges AT&T’s ~95%. Choose AT&T if you can get fiber and want symmetrical upload speeds; choose Spectrum if you want the lowest price or fiber hasn’t reached your block yet.
At a glance
AT&T vs. Spectrum, side by side.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | City coverage | Starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T |
Fiber | 5 Gig 5 Gig upload |
95% | $35/mo | Top fiber speeds |
| Spectrum |
Cable | 1 Gig 35 Mbps upload |
96% | $30/mo | Widest availability |
Coverage map
Two different questions, two views. Top speed shows who offers the faster plan where you can actually get it. Coverage shows who reaches more of each ZIP. Or pick a single provider to see just its footprint.
Neighborhood breakdown
Coverage in Akron shifts block to block, so the winner depends on your exact address. Spectrum’s ~96% cable footprint edges AT&T’s ~95%, and AT&T’s fastest fiber tiers reach fewer homes than its overall coverage suggests. Always check both at your specific address before deciding.
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Coverage | Top speed | Speed Score | Winner | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | Spectrum | AT&T | Spectrum | AT&T | Spectrum | |||
| 44312 | Ellet, Springfield, Lakemore | 48% | 97% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 88 | 89 | Spectrum |
| 44305 | Ellet, Goodyear Heights | 40% | 98% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 86 | 89 | Spectrum |
| 44319 | Coventry, Portage Lakes, New Franklin | 73% | 95% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 93 | 89 | AT&T |
| 44320 | West Akron, Rolling Acres, Maple Valley | 50% | 98% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 88 | 89 | Spectrum |
| 44313 | Wallhaven, Merriman Valley, Fairlawn Heights, West Akron | 81% | 97% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 95 | 89 | AT&T |
| 44333 | West Akron, Fairlawn Heights, Ghent, Wallhaven | 39% | 97% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 86 | 89 | Spectrum |
| 44306 | East Akron, Firestone Park, Cottage Grove | 40% | 97% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 86 | 89 | Spectrum |
| 44314 | Kenmore, South Akron | 19% | 96% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 82 | 89 | Spectrum |
| 44301 | Firestone Park, Kenmore, South Akron | 73% | 97% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 93 | 89 | AT&T |
| 44321 | Copley, Montrose, Fairlawn | 4% | 93% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 79 | 88 | Spectrum |
| 44307 | West Akron, Elizabeth Park Valley | 9% | 90% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 80 | 88 | Spectrum |
| 44302 | Highland Square, West Hill, Wonder Gardens | 49% | 95% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 88 | 89 | Spectrum |
| 44310 | North Hill, Chapel Hill, Cascade Valley | 34% | 99% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 85 | 89 | Spectrum |
| 44311 | University Park, Elizabeth Park, Cascade Locks | 16% | 89% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 82 | 87 | Spectrum |
| 44303 | Wallhaven, Merriman Valley, Sand Run | 81% | 95% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 95 | 89 | AT&T |
| 44304 | Middlebury, University of Akron area, North Hill | 14% | 91% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 81 | 88 | Spectrum |
| 44308 | Downtown Akron, University of Akron, Northside District | 6% | 56% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 80 | 81 | Spectrum |
| 44325 | University of Akron | 8% | 96% | 5 Gig | 1 Gig | 80 | 89 | Spectrum |
| 44309 | Downtown Akron | 1% | 69% | 1 Gig | 1 Gig | 79 | 83 | Spectrum |
Speed Score (0–100) blends each provider’s coverage and top speed in that specific ZIP, so it moves as availability changes street to street.
Which is better for…
The right pick comes down to what you actually do online.
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Check my addressFrequently asked questions
is AT&T fiber available at my address in Akron?
AT&T reaches roughly 95% of Akron, while Spectrum covers about 96%, so most addresses can get both. Because fiber’s fastest tiers reach fewer homes than the overall footprint, enter your exact address on both providers’ sites to confirm what’s actually available on your block.
which is cheaper in Akron, AT&T or Spectrum?
Spectrum starts at $30/mo versus AT&T at $35/mo, so Spectrum is $5 cheaper up front. Note these are promotional starting rates, so before signing, confirm the post-promo price, any equipment fees, and whether a contract is required for both providers.
is AT&T or Spectrum fast enough for gaming, working from home, and 4K?
AT&T is faster, reaching up to 5000/5000 Mbps where available with a 98/100 speed score, compared to Spectrum’s up to 1000/35 Mbps and 87/100. If you upload a lot or game competitively, AT&T’s symmetrical fiber is the stronger pick; for basic 4K and browsing, Spectrum is enough.