DENTON, TX INTERNET
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Shop and compare 16 internet providers for Denton, TX
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedDenton’s wired split is clear: fiber is the prize, led by Frontier, which reaches 59.0% of the city overall, with its up to 7000/7000 Mbps tier available to 56%. Pavlov Media fiber reaches 16% at up to 8000/8000 Mbps, while Astound Broadband reaches 6% at up to 1500/1500, Open Infra 2% at up to 10000/10000, Spectrum 2% at up to 1000/35, and Brightspeed and Rise Broadband 1% each. That symmetrical, low-latency service is genuinely worth wanting for heavy work-from-home, huge uploads, competitive gaming, or a house full of devices. In ZIP 76201 and 76205, Frontier is especially strong at 81.5% and 81.9%, while Rayzor Ranch, ZIP 76207, mixes Frontier with Astound and Open Infra. Cable is the practical second choice: Spectrum reaches 78.5% citywide, and its up to 1000/1000 Mbps cable tier reaches 77%, with Astound and Optimum adding smaller footprints. For ordinary streaming, browsing, Zoom, and gaming, cable is plenty, so ask whether you need multi-gig fiber or simply the cheaper call. Students at UNT and Texas Woman’s University should check apartment wiring and avoid being surprised by old copper or DSL infrastructure. Fixed wireless can fill budget gaps, and if wired service misses the address, Starlink is the satellite fallback; confirm the exact address and, for apartments, that the unit is actually wired for fiber.
Best plan here: Internet 2 Gig — faster than 94% of all internet options in Texas
- Internet 2 GigCable2,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$80Per month
- Internet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/moCable1,000 MbpsDownload88Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/moCable500 MbpsDownload78Our score$40Per month
- Internet AdvantageCable100 MbpsDownload65Our 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
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Denton
Up to 2,000 Mbps on Spectrum’s Internet 2 Gig plan can handle large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and many simultaneous connected devices, earning a Speed Score of 94/100. Because this is cable, Spectrum is a solid, competitive option for most uses, with its Internet Gig plan also reaching a strong 88/100 and Internet Premier scoring 78/100. Spectrum reaches 78.5% of Denton, while these plans are available to 77.4% of the city, so check your exact address to confirm the service and speed tier you can get.
About Spectrum
Spectrum’s up to 2,000 Mbps Internet 2 Gig cable plan is excellent for busy households, 4K streaming, gaming, and many connected devices, with a listed price of $80/mo. Spectrum reaches 78.5% of Denton, while its cable plans, including up to 1,000 Mbps for $60/mo for the first 12 months, each reach 77.4%, so check your exact address to confirm these strong options are available.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
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Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 7 Gig — faster than 99% of all internet options in Texas
- Fiber 7 GigFiber7,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$109.99Per month
- Fiber 5 GigFiber5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$89.99Per month
- Fiber 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$64.99Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$49.99Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$29.99Per month
- Fiber 200Fiber200 MbpsDownload75Our 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
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Denton
Up to 7,000 Mbps both ways with a Speed Score of 99/100 can comfortably handle demanding households, 4K streaming, large downloads, and heavy simultaneous use. Frontier fiber is a top-tier option in Denton, with its 7 Gig and 5 Gig plans scoring 99/100 compared with the city’s 77 average, and fiber is the connection to want where available. Frontier covers 59.0% of the city, while each listed fiber tier reaches 55.8%, so check your exact address to confirm that the best speeds are available.
About Frontier
Frontier’s headline option is up to 7,000 Mbps both ways, more than enough for large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and heavy uploads. Its fiber plans are the connection to want, with options from up to 200 Mbps to 7,000 Mbps and each reaching 55.8% of Denton, while Frontier’s overall coverage is 59.0%, so check your exact address before counting on these excellent speeds.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 81% of all internet options in Texas
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload75Our score$35Per month
Source: Verizon 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
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Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Denton
5G fixed wireless provides practical high-speed internet for streaming, video calls, and everyday use, though performance can vary with network conditions. Verizon’s 5G Home Plus offers up to 1000 Mbps down and 75 Mbps up with a Speed Score of 81, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps down and 75 Mbps up with a score of 75, making Verizon competitive with Denton’s 77 average. Verizon covers 68.1% of Denton, but each listed plan reaches 60.2%, so check your exact address before choosing this good, practical option.
About Verizon
5G Fixed Wireless is Verizon’s connection type here, offering adequate-to-good everyday performance for streaming, video calls, and browsing, with 5G Home Plus providing up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $45/mo promotional pricing, then $70/mo. The faster plan has an excellent Speed Score of 81/100, while 5G Home scores 75/100 with up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, but both plans reach only 60.2% of Denton even though Verizon’s overall coverage is 68.1%, so check your exact address before choosing.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fiber 2 GIG — faster than 95% of all internet options in Texas
- Fiber 2 GIGFiber2,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$80Per month
- Fiber 1 GIGFiber1,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$40Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$30Per month
Source: Nextlink 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
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Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Denton
Up to 2,000 Mbps both ways on Nextlink’s Fiber 2 GIG plan can handle large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and heavy uploads, earning a Speed Score of 95/100. Fiber is the option to want for its low latency and consistent performance, making it a top-tier option, but the listed Fiber 2 GIG, Fiber 1 GIG with up to 1,000/1,000 Mbps and a 93/100 score, and Fiber 500 with up to 500/500 Mbps and a 78/100 score each reach 0.0% of the city, so check your exact address. Nextlink covers 52.8% of Denton overall, and its 95/100 top score is above the city’s 77 average, though that fiber quality matters only where a plan is actually available.
About Nextlink
Nextlink’s headline plan is up to 2,000 Mbps both ways, which is excellent for large households, 4K streaming, gaming, video calls, and heavy downloads. Fiber is the connection to want here, but availability is highly address-dependent: Nextlink reaches 52.8% of Denton overall while each listed fiber plan shows 0.0% city availability, so check your exact address before counting on these fast options.
Available Plans
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Pavlov Media
Speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Texas
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
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Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Denton
Fiber is Pavlov Media’s standout connection, offering low latency and excellent performance for demanding use, from everyday streaming to heavy uploads. Its up to 8,000 Mbps symmetrical plan scores 99/100 and reaches 15.6% of Denton, while its up to 1,000 Mbps symmetrical plan scores 92/100 and reaches 3.7%. Pavlov Media’s overall footprint is 19.0% of the city, so check your exact address to see whether one of these top-tier fiber plans is available.
About Pavlov Media
Fiber is Pavlov Media’s offering, providing excellent performance for streaming, gaming, remote work, and large households, with up to 8000 Mbps both ways on its fastest plan. The up to 8000 Mbps fiber plan reaches 15.6% of census blocks and the up to 1000 Mbps fiber plan reaches 3.7%, so check your exact address because Pavlov Media’s overall Denton coverage is 19.0%.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Fiber 5 GIG — faster than 75% of all internet options in Texas
- AT&T Fiber 5 GIG$95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/moFiber5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$95Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/moFiber1,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $75/moFiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload75Our score$55Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300$35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moFiber300 MbpsDownload78Our score$35Per 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
Excellent
Excellent
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Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Denton
At $35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo, AT&T Fiber 300 offers up to 300 Mbps both ways with a Speed Score of 78, while the $50/mo Fiber 1 GIG plan for the first 12 months, then $90/mo, offers up to 1,000 Mbps both ways with a score of 93. Fiber is the option to want, and the $95/mo Fiber 5 GIG plan for the first 12 months, then $135/mo, is a top-tier choice with up to 5,000 Mbps both ways and a score of 99, but each listed fiber tier reaches only 0.1% of Denton, so check your exact address. AT&T covers 39.5% of the city overall, while its $55/mo promotional Internet Air plan, then $60/mo, reaches 35.5% and offers up to 300 Mbps both ways with a score of 75, making fixed wireless adequate but less capable than fiber.
About AT&T
AT&T offers good value, from $35/mo for up to 300 Mbps to $95/mo for up to 5,000 Mbps, with promotional prices that increase after 12 months. Fiber is the connection to want, including up to 5,000 Mbps with a Speed Score of 99, but each AT&T Fiber plan reaches only 0.1% of Denton, so check your exact address first. AT&T reaches 39.5% of the city overall, while its up to 300 Mbps Internet Air fixed wireless service reaches 35.5% and is an adequate fallback that may be less dependable for demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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ElektraFi
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Slower than 56% of all internet options in Texas
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
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Denton
ElektraFi is a limited-performance fixed wireless option in Denton, so consider checking other providers first, especially for demanding use. Its best plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload with a 44/100 Speed Score, but that tier reaches 27.5% of the city, while the provider overall covers 32.1%, making availability at your exact address important.
About ElektraFi
ElektraFi is an adequate choice rather than a standout, offering fixed wireless across 32.1% of Denton, with its fastest plan providing up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload and reaching 27.5% of census blocks. Check your exact address for faster cable or fiber options first, since availability of ElektraFi’s better tier is address-dependent and its fallback plans can be as slow as up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, which may not suit modern households.
Available Plans
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Best plan here: Amplified Home Internet — faster than 76% of all internet options in Texas
- Amplified Home Internet$60/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload76Our score$60Per month
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload76Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload75Our 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 Denton
T-Mobile fits households that want affordable home internet for everyday streaming, browsing, and work, with up to 498 Mbps on Amplified Home Internet and All-In Home Internet, each scoring 76/100, or up to 354 Mbps on Rely Home Internet, scoring 75/100. These fixed wireless plans offer adequate performance but can be less consistent than wired connections, and their scores are just below Denton’s 77 average. T-Mobile reaches 76.1% of Denton overall, while these plans are available to 26.6% of the city, so verify service at your exact address before choosing one.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a good fit for households that want reasonably fast 5G Fixed Wireless service, with plans offering up to 498 Mbps for $50 to $70 per month and Speed Scores of 75 to 76. Fixed wireless is an adequate alternative to fiber or cable, and while T-Mobile reaches 76.1% of Denton, these plans are available to only 26.6% of the city, so check your exact address before counting on it for heavy work, gaming, or many connected users.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Speed Score: Faster than 93% of all internet options in Texas
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 Denton
Astound Broadband is a top-tier option in Denton, led by up to 1500 Mbps down and 1500 Mbps up on fiber with a 93/100 speed score, while its up to 1500 Mbps down and 50 Mbps up cable plan is also a solid option at 89/100. The fiber plan reaches 5.5% of the city and the cable plan reaches 5.1%, while Astound Broadband’s overall coverage is 9.6% of Denton, and both scores exceed the city’s average top speed score of 77. Fiber is the connection to want, so check your exact address to see whether it is available rather than assuming the best technology reaches the full coverage area.
About Astound Broadband
Astound Broadband is a strong option at select Denton addresses, but its 9.6% citywide coverage means availability is limited. Its fiber plan is the option to want, offering up to 1500 Mbps both ways with a 93/100 Speed Score and reaching 5.5% of census blocks, while cable offers up to 1500 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload with an 89/100 score across 5.1% of census blocks, so check your exact address for the faster fiber connection.
Available Plans
Fiber
Cable
Best plan here: Brightspeed 8 Gig — faster than 99% of all internet options in Texas
- Brightspeed 8 Gig$250 Brightspeed Prepaid MastercardFiber8,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$119.99Per month
- Brightspeed 5 Gig$250 Brightspeed Prepaid MastercardFiber5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$89.99Per month
- Brightspeed 2 Gig$250 Brightspeed Prepaid MastercardFiber2,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$59.99Per month
- Brightspeed 1 Gig$150 Brightspeed Prepaid MastercardFiber940 MbpsDownload89Our score$49.99Per month
- Brightspeed 500 Mbps$100 Brightspeed Prepaid MastercardFiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$39.99Per month
- Brightspeed 200 MbpsFiber200 MbpsDownload75Our score$29.99Per month
Source: Brightspeed 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
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Denton
Brightspeed 8 Gig offers up to 8,000 Mbps both ways, enough for heavy 4K streaming, large downloads, cloud gaming, and many connected devices, with an excellent 99/100 Speed Score. Fiber is the connection to want here, and Brightspeed’s top score is well above Denton’s 77 average, but each listed fiber tier reaches only 1.1% of the city even though Brightspeed covers 19.6% overall. Check your exact address to confirm fiber availability before choosing this top-tier option.
About Brightspeed
Brightspeed’s up to 8,000 Mbps fiber plan can comfortably handle large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and heavy uploads, with symmetrical speeds for demanding online use. Fiber is the option to want here, but these fiber plans reach only 1.1% of the city, while Brightspeed reaches 19.6% overall, so check your exact address to see whether this excellent service is available.
Available Plans
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Open Infra
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 100% of all internet options in Texas
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 Denton
Fiber is the connection to want for low-latency performance and demanding everyday use, including streaming, gaming, and large uploads. Open Infra offers up to 10000 Mbps down and 10000 Mbps up with a 100/100 Speed Score, making it a top-tier option above Denton’s 77 average. Its reach is limited to 2.1% of the city, so check whether this fiber plan is available at your exact address.
About Open Infra
Fiber offers up to 10000 Mbps both ways, making Open Infra an excellent choice for streaming, gaming, video calls, and large downloads where it is available. Its fiber plan reaches 2.1% of census blocks, so check your exact address to see whether you can get this top-tier connection, while Open Infra’s overall coverage is 2.1% of Denton.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: 1 Gig Internet — faster than 80% of all internet options in Texas
- 1 Gig Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo · $50 Prepaid cardFiber940 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps Internet$40/mo promotional rate, then $50/moFiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$40Per month
- 300 Mbps Internet$30/mo promotional rate, then $40/moFiber300 MbpsDownload75Our score$30Per month
Source: Optimum 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 Denton
Households seeking reliable cable service for streaming, gaming, and multiple connected devices can consider Optimum a solid option, with 1 Gig Internet offering up to 940 Mbps and an 80/100 Speed Score, above Denton’s 77 average. The 500 Mbps and 300 Mbps plans also provide solid performance, scoring 78/100 and 75/100 respectively. Address availability is the main limitation, since Optimum reaches only 1.7% of Denton, so check your exact address before choosing a plan.
About Optimum
For households that want fast service for streaming, gaming, and multiple users, Optimum is a strong cable option where available, with up to 940 Mbps on its 1 Gig Internet plan for $50/mo and a Speed Score of 80/100. Its cable service reaches just 1.7% of Denton, and each listed plan reaches that same 1.7%, so check your exact address before counting on these good speeds.
Available Plans
Cable
Speed Score: Faster than 84% of all internet options in Texas
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 Denton
Rise Broadband reaches just 1.0% of Denton, so most shoppers will have limited odds of finding it at their address. Where its fiber reaches, it is an excellent choice, offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 200 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 84, and its fiber plan reaches 0.3% of the city. Its fixed wireless plan reaches 0.7% and offers up to 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 28, so check your exact address for fiber availability and consider checking other providers first if only fixed wireless is offered.
About Rise Broadband
Rise Broadband reaches just 1.0% of Denton, so most shoppers will have limited odds of getting this provider. Its up to 1000 Mbps fiber plan is the option to want, with excellent speeds and a 0.3% reach, while its 25 Mbps fixed wireless plan reaches 0.7% and is only adequate for basic use, so check your exact address for fiber and look for faster options first if it is not available.
Available Plans
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Fiber
Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 65% of all internet options in Texas
- Residential – MaxSatellite400 MbpsDownload65Our score$130Per month
- Residential – 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload43Our score$85Per month
- Residential – 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload43Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink 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
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Denton
Satellite internet offers broad reach, but its higher latency can make video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities less responsive than wired connections. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps with a 65/100 Speed Score, while the 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans score 43/100, and each plan reaches 100.0% of Denton. Starlink covers 100.0% of the city, but because satellite performance is below Denton’s 77 average top speed score, consider checking other providers at your address first for lower-latency service.
About Starlink
Starlink uses satellite internet, reaching 100.0% of Denton and offering up to 400 Mbps on Residential – Max for $130/mo, making it a practical fallback for everyday browsing and streaming when wired service is unavailable, though satellite latency can affect gaming and video calls. Its other options are up to 200 Mbps for $85/mo and up to 100 Mbps for $55/mo, with speed scores of 43/100, so check your exact address for fiber or cable first because those technologies are generally better suited to modern internet needs.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Elite — slower than 72% of all internet options in Texas
- Elite$64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload28Our score$64.99Per month
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload28Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload6Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload1Our 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 Denton
At $64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/mo, HughesNet’s Elite plan buys up to 100 Mbps over satellite, but its Speed Score is 28/100 compared with Denton’s average top speed score of 77. HughesNet covers 100.0% of Denton, making it a fallback for addresses that faster wired options miss, while Select reaches up to 50 Mbps with a 6/100 score and Lite reaches up to 25 Mbps with a 1/100 score, so check what is available at your exact address first.
About HughesNet
HughesNet’s Elite plan costs $64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/mo, for up to 100 Mbps, while cheaper plans drop to up to 50, 25, or 100 Mbps and the 100 Mbps option has a below-average Speed Score of 28/100. All plans are satellite and HughesNet reaches 100.0% of Denton, making it a useful fallback, but check your exact address for faster wired options first because satellite may not be sufficient for modern streaming, gaming, or heavy household use.
Available Plans
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Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 94% of all internet options in Texas
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload6Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload1Our 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.
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Denton
Viasat Inc is best viewed as a fallback option in Denton because its satellite plans offer limited performance compared with the city’s alternatives. Viasat Essentials provides up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 6/100, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a score of 1/100. Viasat Inc covers 100.0% of Denton overall, but each listed plan reaches 70.7% of the city, so check your exact address and other available options first.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a fallback option, so check your exact address for faster fiber or cable service before choosing it. Viasat reaches 100.0% of Denton overall, but its offerings here are satellite: Viasat Essentials provides up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo, while Viasat Unleashed provides up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo; each plan reaches 70.7% of the city, and their Speed Scores of 6/100 and 1/100 indicate limited performance for modern needs.
Available Plans
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Every plan available in Denton
All 41 product lines from 11 providers that actually serve this city, with the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 41 plans
- SpectrumInternet 2 Gig2,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$80Per month~77.4%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload88Our score$60$70Per month~77.4%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload65Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload78Our score$40$50Per month~77.4%CoverageCable
- FrontierFiber 5 Gig5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$89.99Per month~55.8%CoverageFiber
- FrontierFiber 7 Gig7,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$109.99Per month~55.8%CoverageFiber
- FrontierFiber 2 Gig2,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$64.99Per month~55.8%CoverageFiber
- FrontierFiber 1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$49.99Per month~55.8%CoverageFiber
- SpectrumInternet Advantage100 MbpsDownload65Our score$30Per month~77.4%CoverageCable
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$45$70Per month~60.2%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Denton providers head-to-head
See how Denton’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Denton
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Check your address for Frontier fiber first; choose Spectrum cable where fiber is unavailable.
Frontier's 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 56%; Spectrum reaches 78.5% citywide.
Check first: Service and speed vary by address, especially beyond wired footprints.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Prioritize Frontier fiber for symmetrical upload speeds, then use Spectrum cable where fiber is unavailable.
Frontier offers 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber where available, supporting demanding calls, uploads, and cloud work.
Check first: Frontier's fastest fiber tier reaches about 56% of Denton, not its entire footprint.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Check for Frontier fiber first; select Spectrum's gigabit cable tier as the widely available alternative.
Frontier fiber offers symmetrical 7,000/7,000 Mbps, while Spectrum's 1,000/1,000 Mbps tier reaches about 77%.
Check first: Confirm the exact technology and speed tier available at your gaming address.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Check Frontier fiber first, then Spectrum cable; use Starlink where wired service misses your address.
Frontier reaches 59.0% citywide, Spectrum 78.5%, and Starlink covers 100.0% of Denton.
Check first: Rural addresses may fall outside Frontier's 56% fiber tier and Spectrum's 77% cable tier.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Denton
Downtown Denton Historic Square
Frontier is currently the strongest option for Symmetrical fiber and remote work.
Frontier covers 81.5% of 76201 with 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber, making it the first address check near Downtown Denton Historic Square.
ZIP 76205
Frontier is currently the strongest option for High-capacity fiber households.
Frontier reaches 81.9% of 76205 with 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber; check that option before Spectrum's 7.1% cable footprint.
Rayzor Ranch
Frontier is currently the strongest option for Fiber-first gaming and streaming.
Frontier fiber reaches 45.5% of 76207, while Astound Broadband cable reaches 19.9%; verify availability at Rayzor Ranch addresses.
ZIP 76208
Frontier is currently the strongest option for Fastest fiber where available.
Frontier reaches 58.3% of 76208 with 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber; Pavlov Media also lists 8,000/8,000 Mbps fiber at 20.2%.
Internet providers near Denton
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Denton, check the neighboring market directly.
Denton Internet FAQs
What's the fastest internet provider in Denton?
Frontier is Denton's fastest provider, with up to 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber where available; that speed tier reaches about 56% of the city. Check your address for fiber first, then consider Spectrum's 1,000/1,000 Mbps cable tier, available to about 77% of Denton.
Can I get fiber internet in Denton?
Yes—Frontier fiber reaches 59.0% of Denton overall, while its 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 56% of the city. Availability is address-specific, so check Frontier first; Spectrum cable, whose 1,000/1,000 Mbps tier reaches about 77%, is the strong fallback.
What's the cheapest internet in Denton?
Frontier has Denton's lowest advertised promotional starting rate at $29.99/mo. Check whether its fiber serves your address first; if not, Spectrum starts at a promotional $30/mo and reaches 78.5% of the city overall.
How much internet speed do I need in Denton?
Most Denton households can target 1,000 Mbps for heavy streaming and gaming: Spectrum's 1,000/1,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 77% of the city. If your address has Frontier fiber, its 7,000/7,000 Mbps tier reaches about 56% and offers more headroom for many simultaneous users.
Is fiber internet available in Rayzor Ranch?
Yes—Frontier fiber reaches 45.5% of ZIP 76207, which includes Rayzor Ranch, at up to 7,000/7,000 Mbps where available. Rayzor Ranch addresses can also check Astound Broadband's 1,500/50 Mbps cable footprint, listed at 19.9% of the ZIP.
How We Analyze Internet in Denton
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 Denton report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Denton
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.