MYRTLE BEACH, SC
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Shop and compare 9 internet providers for Myrtle Beach, SC
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Myrtle Beach, SC, Spectrum is your best bet, covering ~88% of the city; cable reaches ~88% with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps, while fiber reaches ~5%. However, if Frontier is available at your address, it can be the better, faster pick with speeds up to 7,000 Mbps where available, though its overall city coverage is ~30%. HTC dominates ZIP 29579 and 29588 at 90.6% and 90.2%, respectively, with fiber speeds up to 1,000/500 Mbps. In ZIP 29575, HTC leads at 46.5% over Spectrum at 41.6%, while ZIP 29578 is more divided, HTC at 48.5% and Spectrum at 33.8%. The Market Common favors HTC fiber at 60.9%, while Grande Dunes has Spectrum cable at 42.8%, HTC fiber at 36.0%, and Frontier fiber at 14.9%. Pine Lakes and Withers Swash, along with students at Horry-Georgetown Technical College, Grand Strand Campus, and Miller-Motte College-Myrtle Beach, should check apartment service carefully, since buildings can differ from homes and old copper or DSL can hinder Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Fixed wireless from Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T is a budget-minded option worth checking. Confirm the exact address and technology, since coverage changes street to street or building to building.
Best plan here: Internet Gig — faster than 89% of all internet options in South Carolina
- Internet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/moCable1,000 MbpsDownload89Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/moCable500 MbpsDownload78Our score$40Per month
- Internet AdvantageCable100 MbpsDownload50Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Myrtle Beach
Spectrum’s top tier offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, which can handle multiple 4K streams, video calls, gaming, and a busy connected home. With a Speed Score of 89/100, it is a reliable cable option and sits above Myrtle Beach’s city average of 66, but the Internet Gig plan is available to 87.6% of the city, so verify availability at your address before choosing it.
About Spectrum
Spectrum’s cable Internet Gig plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, which is plenty for multiple simultaneous 4K streams, video calls, gaming, and busy households. Cable is an excellent choice for most uses, and Spectrum’s plans are available to 87.6% of Myrtle Beach, though you should confirm availability at your address and consider whether the 100 Mbps tier meets your needs.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
HTC
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 91% of all internet options in South Carolina
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Myrtle Beach
HTC’s fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload, enough for 4K streaming, video calls, gaming, and multiple connected users. With a Speed Score of 91/100, it is a top-tier option and above Myrtle Beach’s average top speed score of 66. The fiber plan covers 70.9% of the city, so availability depends on your address; where it is not available, HTC’s cable plan is a solid option at up to 1000 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 78/100, while its copper plan’s up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload with a score of 33/100 offers limited performance compared with alternatives, making it worth checking other providers first.
About HTC
Up to 1000 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload on HTC’s fiber plan is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and working from home. Fiber availability is address-dependent, covering 70.9% of census blocks, while HTC’s up to 1000 Mbps down and 20 Mbps up cable option reaches just 1.8% and its up to 25 Mbps down and 3 Mbps up copper service is mainly suitable for basic browsing, so check for fiber first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Cable
Best plan here: Fiber 5 Gig — faster than 99% of all internet options in South Carolina
- Fiber 5 GigFiber5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$89.99Per month
- Fiber 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$64.99Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload96Our score$49.99Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$29.99Per month
- Fiber 200Fiber200 MbpsDownload78Our score$29.99Per month
Source: Frontier official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Myrtle Beach
Frontier’s 99/100 Speed Score signals top-tier performance, and its Fiber 5 Gig plan offers up to 5000 Mbps download and up to 5000 Mbps upload, enough for heavy streaming, gaming, large uploads, and many connected devices. That score is above the city average of 66, making Frontier’s fiber an excellent choice where available. Availability depends on your address, and Fiber 5 Gig is listed as available to 3.6% of the city, so verify that the fiber tier you want reaches your home.
About Frontier
Frontier’s fastest plan offers up to 5000 Mbps both ways, which is excellent for large households, 4K streaming, gaming, remote work, and many connected devices. Fiber availability is address-dependent and reaches only 3.6% of Myrtle Beach for this plan, so check your address first, since Frontier may not be a strong choice for modern high-bandwidth needs where its fiber service is unavailable.
Available Plans
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 72% of all internet options in South Carolina
- Residential – MaxSatellite400 MbpsDownload72Our score$130Per month
- Residential – 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload49Our score$85Per month
- Residential – 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload49Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Myrtle Beach
Satellite internet gives Myrtle Beach homes broad access for streaming and everyday browsing, but its higher latency can make gaming and interactive video calls less responsive than wired service. Starlink’s Residential – Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload for $130/mo, with a 72/100 Speed Score that is above the city average of 66 and availability at 100.0% of the city. The $85 Residential – 200 Mbps and $55 Residential – 100 Mbps plans are each scored 49/100, so compare wired alternatives available at your specific address before choosing a lower tier.
About Starlink
Starlink uses satellite internet, so its 100.0% availability across Myrtle Beach is a major plus, but higher latency can make gaming, video calls, and other interactive uses less responsive than fiber or cable. Its best plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload for $130/mo, with less expensive 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps options, but check your address for fiber or cable first since those technologies are generally better for modern needs.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: All-In Home Internet — faster than 78% of all internet options in South Carolina
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload78Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Myrtle Beach
Households that want good speeds for streaming, work, and everyday use may find T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless a practical fit, with All-In offering up to 498 Mbps download and up to 55 Mbps upload, and Rely offering up to 354 Mbps download and up to 55 Mbps upload. Both plans carry a Speed Score of 78/100, above Myrtle Beach’s city average of 66, making T-Mobile competitive, though fixed wireless may be less consistent than wired service. Availability is address-dependent because these plans reach 41.6% of the city, so confirm your address before choosing between the $70/mo All-In promotional rate and $50/mo Rely promotional rate.
About T-Mobile
Households that want solid everyday service for streaming, work, and video calls may find T-Mobile a good fit, with All-In Home Internet offering up to 498 Mbps down and 55 Mbps up for $70/mo promotional pricing, then $80/mo. Rely Home Internet offers up to 354 Mbps down and 55 Mbps up for $50/mo promotional pricing, then $60/mo, and both plans have a 78/100 Speed Score, but they are available to 41.6% of Myrtle Beach and fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber or cable, so check your address first.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 78% of all internet options in South Carolina
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload78Our score$35Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Myrtle Beach
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service is an adequate option for streaming, remote work, and everyday browsing, with up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload on 5G Home Plus and a Speed Score of 78/100, above Myrtle Beach’s city average of 66. The 5G Home plan offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with the same 78/100 score, while fixed wireless performance can vary with signal and network conditions. Both plans are available to 59.1% of Myrtle Beach, so check your address before signing up.
About Verizon
Verizon uses 5G fixed wireless, which can support streaming, video calls, and typical home use, though performance may vary more than with fiber or cable. Its 5G Home Plus plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $45/mo promotional rate, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $35/mo promotional rate. Both plans are available to 59.1% of Myrtle Beach, so check your address before signing up.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air — faster than 78% of all internet options in South Carolina
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload78Our score$55Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Myrtle Beach
At a $55/mo promotional rate that becomes $60/mo, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 300 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 78/100, above Myrtle Beach’s city average of 66. Its fixed wireless technology is an adequate choice for everyday use, but performance can vary and may be less consistent than wired service. The plan is available to 31.2% of Myrtle Beach, so confirm your address qualifies and compare other available technologies before choosing.
About AT&T
AT&T Internet Air costs $55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo, for up to 300 Mbps download and 300 Mbps upload, which is a solid value for everyday streaming, video calls, and work from home. Its 78/100 Speed Score is good, but this fixed wireless service is available to 31.2% of Myrtle Beach and can be less consistent than fiber or cable, so check your address before signing up.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 66% of all internet options in South Carolina
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload34Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload34Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload34Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Myrtle Beach
At $49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/mo, HughesNet’s Select plan offers up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 34/100 Speed Score is below the city average of 66, limiting its value for the price. Satellite service can have higher latency, so check what other technologies reach your address before choosing HughesNet, even though this plan is listed as available to 100.0% of Myrtle Beach.
About HughesNet
HughesNet’s $39.99/mo Lite plan buys up to 25 Mbps down and 3 Mbps up, while the $49.99/mo Select plan offers up to 50 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, making satellite service a limited-value choice for modern internet needs. The $94.99/mo Fusion plan, which rises to $119.99/mo after the first 12 months, reaches up to 100 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, but check your address for faster fiber or cable options first, since HughesNet’s satellite plans are available to 100.0% of Myrtle Beach and may have higher latency.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 66% of all internet options in South Carolina
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload34Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload34Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Myrtle Beach
Viasat is a limited-performance choice in Myrtle Beach, so consider checking other providers first. Its satellite plans score 34/100, below the city average of 66, with Viasat Essentials offering up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo. Both plans are shown as available to 100.0% of the city, but satellite’s higher latency can make video calls, gaming, and other interactive activities feel less responsive than wired connections.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a fallback option in Myrtle Beach, so check your address for faster cable or fiber service first. Its satellite plans are available to 100.0% of the city, but Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo; both have a Speed Score of 34/100, and satellite latency may make gaming, video calls, and other modern uses less comfortable.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Myrtle Beach
All 21 product lines from the 8 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 21 plans
- SpectrumInternet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload89Our score$60$70Per month~87.6%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload72Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload78Our score$40$50Per month~87.6%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload49Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload49Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Verizon5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload78Our score$35$60Per month~59.1%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$45$70Per month~59.1%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- SpectrumInternet Advantage100 MbpsDownload50Our score$30Per month~87.6%CoverageCable
- HughesNetLite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/mo25 MbpsDownload34Our score$39.99$49.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- HughesNetSelect$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/mo50 MbpsDownload34Our score$49.99$74.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
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 Myrtle Beach
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Spectrum Internet Advantage's 100 Mbps service where its 87.6% plan footprint reaches your address.
Its cable network reaches about 88% citywide at 1000/35 Mbps, supporting shared household use where available.
Check first: Confirm the exact address; Spectrum fiber reaches only about 5% of Myrtle Beach.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose HTC fiber's 1000/500 Mbps service where its approximately 71% city footprint reaches your address.
HTC fiber leads local high-speed availability, including 90.6% coverage in ZIP 29579.
Check first: Verify service at the address because HTC's overall 76.7% footprint exceeds its fiber reach.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose HTC fiber for 1000/500 Mbps where its approximately 71% fiber footprint reaches your address.
ZIP 29577 shows HTC fiber at 60.9%, while ZIP 29572 shows 36.0%.
Check first: Frontier's 5000/5000 Mbps fiber reaches only about 4%; verify that specialty footprint first.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Consider Starlink Residential – 100 Mbps at a $55/mo promotional starting rate; it reaches 100% citywide.
Its basic NGSO satellite service offers 220/30 Mbps and reaches approximately 100% of Myrtle Beach.
Check first: Check the exact address and plan details before ordering, even with full citywide coverage.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Myrtle Beach
The Market Common
HTC is currently the strongest option for High-availability gigabit fiber.
In ZIP 29577, HTC fiber reaches 60.9%, versus Spectrum cable at 29.4%.
Grande Dunes
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Broad cable gigabit access.
In ZIP 29572, Spectrum cable reaches 42.8%, HTC fiber 36.0%, and Frontier fiber 14.9%.
ZIP 29579
HTC is currently the strongest option for Most consistent fiber availability.
HTC fiber reaches 90.6% in ZIP 29579, while Spectrum cable reaches 5.3% and Spectrum fiber 1.9%.
ZIP 29588
HTC is currently the strongest option for High-coverage fiber service.
HTC fiber reaches 90.2% in ZIP 29588, while Spectrum cable covers 7.2% and Spectrum fiber 1.4%.
Myrtle Beach Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Frontier is the fastest listed provider, with Fiber 5 Gig offering 5,000/5,000 Mbps and reaching 3.6% of Myrtle Beach. HTC is more broadly available for high-speed fiber, reaching about 71% of Myrtle Beach with 1,000/500 Mbps service.
Can I get fiber internet in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Yes—HTC fiber reaches about 71% of Myrtle Beach, while Spectrum fiber reaches about 5% and Frontier fiber about 4%. Availability varies by address: ZIP 29579 has HTC fiber at 90.6%, while ZIP 29577 has HTC fiber at 60.9%.
Which is the cheapest internet plan in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Frontier Fiber 500 is Myrtle Beach's cheapest plan at a $29.99/mo promotional starting rate for 500 Mbps, reaching 3.7% of the city. Check the address first because Frontier's 30.2% overall footprint includes slower copper, not this fiber plan.
What internet speed do I need for my Myrtle Beach household?
Use 100 Mbps as the listed starting benchmark: Spectrum Internet Advantage reaches 87.6% of Myrtle Beach at that speed. Heavier use can target HTC fiber's 1,000/500 Mbps where its fiber reaches about 71%; Frontier's 5,000/5,000 Mbps Fiber 5 Gig reaches 3.6%.
Is HTC fiber available in The Market Common, Myrtle Beach, SC?
HTC fiber reaches 60.9% of ZIP 29577, the ZIP identified with The Market Common, making it the leading listed option there. Spectrum cable covers 29.4% there, but exact-address checking remains essential because ZIP-level percentages do not guarantee service at every home.
How We Analyze Internet in Myrtle Beach
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
Our proprietary score weights technology type (fiber=100%, cable=85%, etc.) with download (70%) and upload (30%) speeds, ranked as a state percentile.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Myrtle Beach report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Myrtle Beach
How We Calculate Speed Score
Our Speed Score is a state-level percentile ranking (0-100) that shows how a provider’s service compares to all other internet options available in your state.
The Formula:
We calculate a raw performance score using:
Technology Factor × (Download Speed × 70% + Upload Speed × 30%)
Technology Factors:
Not all connections are equal. We weight each technology based on real-world reliability and performance:
- Fiber: 100% – Fastest, most reliable technology
- Cable: 85% – High speeds, shared neighborhood bandwidth
- Fixed Wireless (Licensed): 70% – Dedicated spectrum, weather-dependent
- Copper/DSL: 65% – Distance-limited, aging infrastructure
- Fixed Wireless (Unlicensed): 60% – Shared spectrum, variable performance
- Satellite (LEO): 40% – Low-earth orbit (e.g., Starlink), higher latency
- Satellite (GEO): 15% – Geostationary orbit, significant latency
Percentile Ranking:
After calculating raw scores, we rank every service option in your state by geographic coverage (census blocks served). A score of 85 means this service performs better than 85% of all internet options available in your state.
Data Source: FCC National Broadband Map data, updated twice a year.
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.