IRVING, TX INTERNET
Find internet providers in Irving, TX
Find internet offered in Irving, TX – easily compare options from multiple providers to find the plan that best fits your needs.
FindBetterInternet was created by two guys with years of first-hand industry experience selling internet services online. Frankly, what we found left a lot to be desired. Internet providers can pay for their listings to be placed higher up the page, cookies can be captured, and your data can be shared for banner ads that stalk your online profile for the next week. We built FindBetterInternet to be different.
Our methodology translates the complex treasure trove of 115m locations on the FCC Broadband Map into one simple resource. We layer on pricing to help you sift through what’s good value.
We hope this is helpful for you and appreciate all the community’s support with this project. If you find it helpful, we do make a commission if you buy internet from a link on our address-check page. We pour that back into maintaining the site.
Every price and coverage figure on this site traces back to FCC Broadband Data Collection filings (the National Broadband Map); here’s exactly how we do it.
Shop and compare 8 internet providers for Irving, TX
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedThe widest options reach nearly every Irving address, but the fastest, lowest-latency connections are fiber. Frontier covers 55.8% of the city overall, with its up to 7,000/7,000 Mbps fiber tier available to about 42%, a superb fit for heavy work-from-home use, huge uploads, competitive gaming, and homes packed with devices. AT&T reaches 53.2% citywide, while its up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 15%, so Frontier has the broader high-end fiber footprint, but either is worth checking first. In Las Colinas, ZIP 75039, and Valley Ranch, ZIP 75063, AT&T fiber is especially prominent, while Hackberry Creek and Plymouth Park still deserve an address-level lookup. Spectrum is the practical next choice, covering 87.9% of Irving, with up to 1,000/1,000 Mbps cable available to about 87%; if you mainly stream, browse, and video-call, do you really need multi-gig fiber, or is cable the smarter, usually cheaper call? Students near the University of Dallas or Dallas College North Lake Campus should verify apartment wiring and avoid being stuck on old DSL or copper infrastructure. Fixed wireless from Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T can serve as a budget backup, and if neither fiber nor cable reaches your exact address, Starlink is the fallback, so confirm coverage street by street and check that your apartment 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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Irving
Spectrum’s up to 2,000 Mbps Internet 2 Gig plan can handle large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and many connected devices, with a Speed Score of 94 that is well above Irving’s 68 average. Because Spectrum uses cable, it is a solid, reliable choice for most households, with options ranging from up to 100 Mbps at a 65 score to up to 1,000 Mbps at an 88 score. Spectrum reaches 87.9% of Irving, while each listed plan reaches 87.3%, so confirm the available tier at your exact address.
About Spectrum
Spectrum’s cable service offers up to 2,000 Mbps, which is more than enough for busy households with streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices. It is a strong option across its 87.9% Irving coverage area, with plans from $30 to $80 per month, but the listed cable tiers each reach 87.3% of the city, so check your exact address before choosing a plan.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Cable
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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Irving
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service is an adequate option for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, with 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload at a Speed Score of 81, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload at 75. The top score is above Irving’s average top speed score of 68, making Verizon competitive, though fixed wireless performance can vary more than wired connections. Verizon reaches 76.3% of Irving overall, while these plans are available to 65.8%, so check your exact address before choosing the faster tier.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G Fixed Wireless service is a good everyday option for streaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices, with 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload and 5G Home offering up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload. Verizon reaches 76.3% of Irving, but each plan is available to 65.8% of the city, so check your exact address and keep in mind that fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber or cable.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Irving
Up to 7000 Mbps both ways can handle large households, 4K streaming, competitive gaming, and heavy uploads with ease. Frontier’s fiber is a top-tier option, led by Fiber 7 Gig at a 99/100 Speed Score, well above Irving’s average top speed score of 68, and fiber is the connection to want where it reaches. Frontier covers 55.8% of Irving, while these fiber plans reach 41.7%, so check your exact address to confirm fiber availability.
About Frontier
Up to 7,000 Mbps both ways can easily handle large households, 4K streaming, gaming, video calls, and heavy downloads, making Frontier an excellent option where its fiber is available. Frontier reaches 55.8% of Irving, but each listed fiber plan, including Fiber 1 Gig for $49.99 per month, reaches 41.7%, so check your exact address to confirm you can get the fast fiber service.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
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 Irving
Households seeking an affordable connection for streaming, video calls, and everyday use may find T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless a good fit. Amplified Home Internet and All-In Home Internet offer up to 498 Mbps with a 76/100 Speed Score, while Rely Home Internet offers up to 354 Mbps with a 75/100 score, making these plans competitive with Irving’s 68 average, though fixed wireless performance can vary. T-Mobile covers 88.3% of Irving overall, but each listed home internet plan is available to 44.0%, so check your exact address before choosing a plan.
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 498 Mbps for $60 to $70 per month promotional pricing. Although T-Mobile reaches 88.3% of Irving, these plans are available to 44.0% of the city, so check your exact address and compare faster fiber or cable options first if they are available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Fiber 5 GIG — faster than 99% 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 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 Irving
At $35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo, AT&T Fiber 300 buys up to 300 Mbps both ways, while $50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo, gets Fiber 1 GIG with up to 1,000 Mbps both ways. Fiber is the option to want where available, with Fiber 1 GIG scoring 93/100 and Fiber 5 GIG reaching up to 5000 Mbps both ways with a 99/100 score, making them top-tier options. AT&T reaches 53.2% of Irving overall, but its fiber plans reach only 14.8% of the city, so check your exact address, including whether Internet Air fixed wireless is available at up to 300 Mbps with a 75/100 score.
About AT&T
AT&T offers strong value, with up to 5,000 Mbps both ways on fiber for $95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/mo, while its up to 1,000 Mbps fiber plan costs $50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo, and its up to 300 Mbps fiber plan costs $35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo. Fiber is the connection to want, but it reaches only 14.8% of Irving, while AT&T reaches 53.2% of the city overall and offers Internet Air, a fixed wireless option with up to 300 Mbps for $55/mo, then $60/mo, across 36.2%, so check your exact address for fiber before relying on the less consistent fallback.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
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 Irving
Satellite internet can keep you connected in areas wired services may miss, but its higher latency can affect activities such as video calls, gaming, and real-time applications. Starlink’s Residential – Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps with a 65/100 Speed Score, while Residential – 200 Mbps and Residential – 100 Mbps offer up to 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps, respectively, each with a 43/100 Speed Score. Starlink reaches 100.0% of Irving, and each plan is available to 100.0% of the city, but with the top score below Irving’s 68 average, consider checking other providers first at your address.
About Starlink
Satellite internet gives Starlink 100.0% coverage across Irving, making it a practical fallback for addresses that wired providers miss, though its higher latency can affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time use. The Residential – Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps for $130/mo with a Speed Score of 65/100, while the 200 Mbps plan costs $85/mo and the 100 Mbps plan costs $55/mo. Since fiber and cable are better choices for most modern internet needs, check your exact address for a faster wired option first, and consider Starlink when those alternatives are unavailable or insufficient.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
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.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Irving
Viasat is best viewed as a fallback for addresses that lack wired service, because its satellite plans offer limited performance compared with alternatives in Irving. Viasat Essentials provides up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a 6/100 Speed Score, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a 1/100 score, well below the city’s average top speed score of 68. Viasat covers 100.0% of Irving, but each plan reaches 93.0% of the city, so check your exact address and compare any wired options available before choosing satellite.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a fallback option in Irving, not a first choice for modern internet needs, even though its satellite service reaches 100.0% of the city. Its fastest satellite plan, Viasat Essentials, offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo and reaches 93.0% of the city, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo, so check for faster cable or fiber service at your exact address first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Gso 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 Irving
At $39.99/mo for Lite and $64.99/mo for Elite during the first 12 months, HughesNet provides satellite service with up to 25 Mbps and 100 Mbps, while their Speed Scores are just 1/100 and 28/100. Its top score of 28/100 is below Irving’s average top speed score of 68, so satellite offers limited performance compared with other technologies and you should check what else is available at your address first. HughesNet reaches 100.0% of Irving, making it a practical fallback where wired service is unavailable, but its post-promotional prices rise to $49.99/mo for Lite and $89.99/mo for Elite.
About HughesNet
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 28/100 speed score means the value is limited compared with faster wired services. HughesNet reaches 100.0% of Irving, with cheaper plans from $39.99/mo for the first 12 months, but satellite is best treated as a fallback, so check whether a faster cable or fiber option is available at your exact address before choosing it.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Irving
All 29 product lines from 8 providers that actually serve this city, with the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 29 plans
- SpectrumInternet 2 Gig2,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$80Per month~87.3%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload88Our score$60$70Per month~87.3%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload78Our score$40$50Per month~87.3%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload65Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Advantage100 MbpsDownload65Our score$30Per month~87.3%CoverageCable
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$45$70Per month~65.8%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload75Our score$35$60Per month~65.8%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload43Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload43Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- FrontierFiber 5 Gig5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$89.99Per month~41.7%CoverageFiber
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Irving providers head-to-head
See how Irving’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Irving
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Check your address for Frontier or AT&T fiber first; choose Spectrum cable where fiber is unavailable.
Dallas College North Lake Campus ZIP 75038 shows Frontier fiber at 61.8%, supporting fast shared use.
Check first: Fiber footprints vary by address, especially near campuses and apartments.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Check for AT&T or Frontier fiber first; use Spectrum cable where fiber does not reach.
AT&T fiber leads ZIP 75063 Valley Ranch at 55.9% for upload-heavy work.
Check first: Confirm fiber availability at your exact home before choosing a plan.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Check for Frontier or AT&T fiber first; use Spectrum's 1 Gig cable where fiber is unavailable.
Frontier's 7 Gig fiber reaches about 42% citywide, while Spectrum's 1 Gig tier reaches about 87%.
Check first: Top fiber speeds are limited to their specific footprints, not entire provider coverage.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Check fiber first; if unavailable, use Spectrum cable, then satellite for addresses wired options miss.
Starlink reaches 100% overall with 220/30 Mbps, making it a fallback beyond wired footprints.
Check first: Satellite is a fallback, not the best connection quality.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Irving
Las Colinas
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fastest fiber for multi-device homes.
AT&T fiber listings cover 36.5% at 5 Gig and 35.2% at 1 Gig in Las Colinas.
Dallas College North Lake Campus
Frontier is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber households.
Frontier fiber leads Dallas College North Lake Campus at 61.8%, ahead of Spectrum cable at 22.0%.
ZIP 75015
Frontier is currently the strongest option for Broad fiber availability.
Frontier 5 Gig fiber covers 93.5% here, while Spectrum cable and Starlink each appear at 3.2%.
Internet providers near Irving
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Irving, check the neighboring market directly.
Irving Internet FAQs
Who has the fastest internet in Irving?
Frontier is Irving’s fastest listed provider at up to 7,000/7,000 Mbps, with that fiber tier reaching about 42% of the city. Check your address for fiber first; Spectrum’s 1,000/1,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 87% of the city where Frontier fiber is unavailable.
Can I get fiber in Irving?
Yes—AT&T fiber appears in Irving, including 5,000/5,000 Mbps service reaching about 15% of the city overall. In ZIP 75039, AT&T's 5 Gig and 1 Gig fiber listings account for 36.5% and 35.2%, so verify your exact Las Colinas address first.
What is the cheapest internet in Irving?
Frontier has Irving’s lowest advertised promotional starting rate at $29.99 per month, and its provider coverage is 55.8% citywide. Because fiber is the best connection quality, check Frontier or AT&T fiber first, then consider Spectrum cable's $30 per month promotional starting rate where fiber does not reach.
What internet speed do I need in Irving?
For 1,000 Mbps service, Spectrum's 1,000/1,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 87% of Irving, while AT&T's 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 6%. Check fiber at your address first for better connection quality; Spectrum is the strong widely available choice when fiber is unavailable.
Is fiber available in Las Colinas Urban Center?
In Las Colinas, ZIP 75039 lists AT&T 5 Gig fiber at 36.5% and 1 Gig fiber at 35.2%. That makes AT&T the first address check around Las Colinas Urban Center, while Spectrum cable appears at 11.1%; availability still varies by address.
How We Analyze Internet in Irving
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 Irving report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Irving
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.