Laredo, TX Internet
Internet Providers in Laredo, TX
Compare every internet provider in Laredo, TX: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedSpectrum is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 78% of the city. Smartcom Telephone LLC offers fiber speeds up to 10,000/10,000 Mbps reaching about 12% of the city, and if it reaches your address, it is the faster choice. AT&T is the safe fallback where Spectrum does not reach, with a mostly DSL footprint covering about 57% of the city and common DSL speeds up to 10 Mbps reaching about 26%.
Around Laredo College in ZIP 78040, Vexus Fiber leads with about 45%, while Spectrum covers about 28% and Smartcom about 16%. Del Mar Hills in ZIP 78041 is more evenly split, with Spectrum at about 32%, Vexus Fiber at about 28%, and AT&T at about 23%, while San Isidro in ZIP 78046 is overwhelmingly Spectrum at about 76%. ZIP 78044 is the standout fiber pocket, with AT&T and Vexus Fiber each at about 33%. For students at Texas A&M International University or Laredo College, check apartment infrastructure carefully, since older buildings can still be limited to copper or DSL, especially around Plantation. Fixed wireless may add a budget option, but coverage changes street by street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Laredo, TX
Best plan here: Internet Gig 1 Gig — faster than 80% of all internet options in Texas
- Internet Gig 1 Gig$60/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier 500 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable500 MbpsDownload76Our score$40Per month
- Internet 100$30/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable100 MbpsDownload18Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Laredo
Spectrum’s headline Speed Score of 80/100 and Internet Gig plan’s up to 1,000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload can comfortably support multiple simultaneous streams, video calls, gaming, and busy households. This cable service is a solid, reliable choice and scores above Laredo’s city average of 64. Internet Gig is available to about 78% of the city, so confirm your address to see whether the top-speed plan is offered there.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Spectrum
Spectrum’s Internet Gig offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, which is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households. Its cable service is a strong option where available, with the Gig plan reaching about 78% of Laredo, but availability is address-dependent, so check your address before relying on the slower 100 Mbps plan for modern household needs.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Vexus Fiber
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Plans range $39.99 /mo *
Best plan here: Residential Fiber Internet — faster than 80% of all internet options in Texas
- Residential Fiber InternetFiber1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$39.99Per month
Source: Vexus Fiber official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Laredo
Vexus Fiber reaches 21.9% of Laredo, so availability at your address may be limited. Its fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload for $39.99 per month, making it an excellent choice and a top-tier option where available. Its Speed Score of 80/100 is above Laredo’s city average of 64, but confirm that this fiber plan reaches your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Vexus Fiber
Vexus Fiber reaches about 22% of Laredo, so your chances of getting service depend heavily on your address. Where available, its fiber plan offers excellent, up to 1000 Mbps both ways for $39.99 per month, making it a strong choice for streaming, work, gaming, and multiple connected devices. Check your address first, since this fast fiber option is not widely available across the city.
Available Plans
Fiber
Smartcom Telephone LLC
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Texas
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Laredo
Fiber is an excellent choice for demanding use, offering low-latency service with up to 10,000 Mbps download and 10,000 Mbps upload, both ways. Smartcom Telephone LLC’s fiber plan has a Speed Score of 99/100, making it a top-tier option and competitive with Laredo’s average top speed score of 64. Availability is address-dependent, reaching 12.3% of the city, so verify that this fiber plan is offered at your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Smartcom Telephone LLC
Fiber service means excellent performance for streaming, gaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices, with speeds up to 10000 Mbps both ways. Smartcom Telephone LLC is a strong choice where this plan is available, but availability is limited in Laredo, so check your address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed — faster than 95% of all internet options in Texas
- AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$90Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500Mbps$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers, $15/mo discount for 12 months applies after up to 3 bill cycles) · $100 Visa reward cardFiber500 MbpsDownload76Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300Mbps$35/mo for 12 months (new customers, with AutoPay & paperless bill discount, wired connection to gateway) · $200 AT&T Visa Reward CardFiber300 MbpsDownload66Our score$35Per month
- AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload66Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Laredo
At $90/mo for 12 months, AT&T Fiber 5 GIG offers up to 5,000 Mbps both ways, plus a $150 reward card, making it a top-tier option for demanding households. Its 95/100 Speed Score is above the city average of 64, though the plan is available at only about 7% of Laredo addresses. AT&T also offers fixed wireless Internet Air with up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, but fiber availability at your specific address matters because the two technologies provide different real-world performance.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About AT&T
Starting at $35/mo, AT&T offers up to 300 Mbps fiber, while $50/mo can provide up to 1,000 Mbps and $90/mo up to 5,000 Mbps, with fiber speeds both ways and strong value for streaming, gaming, and work. These excellent fiber choices are address-dependent and available to about 8% of Laredo, while Internet Air reaches about 13% with up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, so check your address first because the fixed-wireless option may be less reliable for demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Copper
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Alenco Communications Inc
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 80% of all internet options in Texas
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Laredo
Fiber offers fast, low-latency service for demanding everyday use, and Alenco’s plan provides up to 1000 Mbps both ways with a Speed Score of 80/100, above Laredo’s average top speed score of 64. This top-tier option reaches about 3% of the city, so availability depends on your address. Where fiber is unavailable, Alenco lists fixed wireless up to 500/100 Mbps with a Speed Score of 76, while its 25/3 Mbps copper plan scores 5/100 and has limited performance compared with alternatives.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Alenco Communications Inc
Alenco offers fiber with up to 1000 Mbps both ways, an excellent option for streaming, video calls, gaming, and busy households, but that service reaches only about 3% of Laredo census blocks. Address availability is the key concern because its fixed wireless options reach about 1% to 4% of blocks and are adequate to good, while the copper plan reaches about 0% and offers only up to 25 Mbps down and 3 Mbps up, so check for fiber or another faster provider before settling for a fallback connection.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Copper
Valley Telephone Cooperative Inc
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 80% of all internet options in Texas
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Laredo
Valley Telephone Cooperative Inc reaches 4.3% of Laredo, so availability is limited and your odds depend heavily on your address. Its fiber service is an excellent choice, offering up to 1000/1000 Mbps with a Speed Score of 80, which is above the city’s 64 average. Where fiber is unavailable, fixed wireless tops out at up to 400/50 Mbps with a Speed Score of 75, while the 10/1 Mbps copper plan has limited performance compared with alternatives.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Valley Telephone Cooperative Inc
Valley Telephone Cooperative Inc reaches about 4% of Laredo, so your odds of getting service are limited. Where available, its fiber plan offers excellent performance with up to 1000 Mbps both ways, but coverage is address-dependent at about 3%; otherwise, fixed wireless options up to 400/50 Mbps may be adequate, while the 10/1 Mbps copper plan is likely too slow for many modern households, so check for the faster options first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 66% of all internet options in Texas
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload66Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Laredo
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which can handle everyday browsing, streaming, and many work-from-home needs, though fixed wireless may be more variable than wired connections. Its Speed Score is 66/100, about the same as Laredo’s city average of 64, making it a reasonable option where available, but its 5G Home plan reaches only about 16% of the city. Check your address carefully because this plan may not be offered everywhere.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is adequate for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, though its Speed Score of 66/100 is below average for the state. It is available to about 16% of Laredo, so check your address first, and compare fiber or cable options before choosing it if you need consistently strong performance for heavy use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 76% of all internet options in Texas
- T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload76Our score$45Per month
- T-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload76Our score$55Per month
- T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless400 MbpsDownload75Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Laredo
Households with streaming, video calls, and everyday online needs can consider T-Mobile’s home internet plans, including up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload on its fastest fixed wireless options. Its 76/100 Speed Score is above Laredo’s city average of 64, making it a competitive choice, though fixed wireless may vary more than wired service. The 500 Mbps plans are available to about 30% of the city, so check your address to confirm availability and remember that qualifying plans require a postpaid voice line bundle.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a good fit for smaller households, remote workers, and everyday users who want solid fixed wireless speeds without needing the highest performance. Its Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps plan offers up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload with a good 76/100 speed score, but it is available to only about 30% of Laredo, so availability is highly address-dependent. Check your address first, since fixed wireless can be adequate for modern needs but may be less consistent than fiber or cable.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
VTX Communications, LLC
Speeds up to 400 Mbps
Plans start at $59.95 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 75% of all internet options in Texas
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Laredo
Homes that need moderate broadband for streaming, work, and everyday use may find VTX Communications, LLC competitive, with up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 75/100, above Laredo’s average top speed score of 64. As licensed fixed wireless, performance can be adequate but may be less consistent than wired alternatives, and this plan reaches only about 2% of the city, so confirm availability and compare what other technologies serve your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About VTX Communications, LLC
VTX Communications, LLC may suit a small household that needs solid everyday internet, with its fastest fixed wireless plan offering up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, a good Speed Score of 75/100, and availability in about 2% of census blocks. All of its listed plans are fixed wireless rather than fiber or cable, so service quality and availability are address-dependent, and the lower-speed options may not be enough for busy homes with heavy streaming, gaming, or multiple users.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 75% of all internet options in Texas
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload75Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload51Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload18Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Laredo
Satellite internet can provide useful broadband for streaming, work, and everyday browsing, with Starlink’s Residential Max plan offering up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for a Speed Score of 75/100, above the city average of 64. It is available to 100.0% of Laredo, but satellite typically has higher latency than wired connections, so check other options at your address first if low-lag gaming, video calls, or the most consistent performance matter most.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starlink
Starlink uses satellite internet, giving you broad availability and up to 400 Mbps download speeds with the Residential Max plan, though satellite connections can have higher latency that affects gaming, video calls, and other real-time use. Its fastest plan reaches 100% of Laredo and is a good option where wired service is unavailable, but check your address for fiber or cable first, since those technologies generally provide a better everyday experience; Starlink also offers up to 200 Mbps for $85 per month or up to 100 Mbps for $55 per month.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 82% of all internet options in Texas
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload18Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload12Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload5Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Laredo
At $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $119.99, HughesNet Fusion buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 18/100 Speed Score is below Laredo’s city average of 64. Satellite’s limited performance and higher latency make it worth checking other providers and technologies at your address first, even though Fusion is listed as available to 100.0% of the city.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps download speeds, but its satellite plans have below-average speed scores and may feel limited for busy households, streaming, or gaming. It reaches 100.0% of Laredo, making it a practical fallback where faster internet is unavailable, but check your address for fiber or cable first because satellite is slower and has higher latency.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 83% of all internet options in Texas
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload17Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload12Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Laredo
Viasat is a limited-performance choice for Laredo, with a headline Speed Score of 17/100 that is below the city average of 64. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability shown at 100% of the city, but satellite latency and slower performance make it worth checking other providers available at your address first. Viasat Unleashed is slower at up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 12/100 for $99.99 per month.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is a reasonable backup for basic connectivity, but you should check for faster internet options first because its satellite plans are below average, with Speed Scores of 17/100 for Viasat Essentials and 12/100 for Viasat Unleashed. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month and is available to 100% of Laredo, while Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month, so the high-latency satellite service may not be sufficient for modern streaming, gaming, or multiple connected devices.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Internet Provider Reviews in Laredo, TX
We read 127 recent Google reviews of Laredo listings for AT&T and Spectrum and sorted each one by what it is about. Store visits and phone-plan reviews are set aside.
What AT&T customers report
“I had a smooth and easy new account process for AT&T Fiber. Ricardo was a huge help and very knowledgeable.”
What Spectrum customers report
Outages
Very poor
13% mention
Billing
Very poor
15% mention
Support
Very poor
40% mention
Equipment
Very poor
19% mention
“If you're returning equipment, bring a packed lunch. If you're going for technical support, bring a packed lunch, a pillow, and two painkillers. If you're making a claim, bring a packed lunch, a pillow, four painkillers, and your wife.”
Reviews are shown exactly as posted on Google and link to the listing they came from. Star averages and counts are Google’s; the service rating and the subject grades are our reading of each review, refreshed monthly. How we do this.
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Laredo
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
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload75Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Gig 1 Gig$60/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$60Per month~78%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Premier 500 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)500 MbpsDownload76Our score$40Per month~78%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload51Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- T-MobileT-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload76Our score$45$60Per month~30.2%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload76Our score$55$70Per month~30.2%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard400 MbpsDownload75Our score$35$50Per month~30.2%CoverageFixed Wireless
- StarlinkResidential 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload18Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- HughesNetFusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo100 MbpsDownload18Our score$94.99$119.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Vexus FiberResidential Fiber Internet1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$39.99Per month~21.9%CoverageFiber
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 Laredo
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Spectrum Internet 100 for 100 Mbps where its cable network reaches your address.
It reaches about 78% of Laredo and is the city's cheapest plan at $30 monthly for 12 months.
Check first: The promotional rate requires new residential customers without Spectrum service during the past 30 days.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Smartcom fiber up to 10,000/10,000 Mbps if available at your address.
Smartcom's fiber reaches about 12% of Laredo, offering the city's fastest listed speeds where available.
Check first: Confirm Smartcom availability directly because its fiber footprint is much smaller than Spectrum's.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Use satellite as an everywhere-available fallback, or check AT&T's broader 57% footprint first.
AT&T mostly uses DSL, with 10 Mbps reaching about 26% of Laredo and fixed wireless reaching additional addresses.
Check first: AT&T's 100 Mbps fixed-wireless tier reaches only about 6%, so verify the exact technology.
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Start with Vexus Fiber where fiber is available near campus-heavy areas.
Shared apartments need stable upload and download performance for Zoom, streaming, and concurrent device use.
Check first: Confirm your exact building is wired for the advertised plan tier before ordering.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Laredo
Downtown Laredo 78040
Vexus Fiber is currently the strongest option for Gigabit fiber.
Vexus Fiber leads Downtown Laredo at about 45%, ahead of Spectrum at about 28%.
Del Mar Hills 78041
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Spectrum reaches about 32% in Del Mar Hills, followed by Vexus Fiber at about 28% and AT&T at about 23%.
San Isidro 78046
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Cable coverage.
Spectrum reaches about 76% in San Isidro, while Smartcom reaches about 13% and AT&T about 4%.
ZIP 78044
AT&T is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber.
AT&T and Vexus Fiber each reach about 33% in ZIP 78044, with Smartcom at about 15%.
ZIP 78045
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Cable availability.
Spectrum reaches about 61% in ZIP 78045, compared with Smartcom at about 12% and AT&T at about 9%.
Laredo Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Laredo, TX?
Spectrum is the best overall provider, with cable up to 1,000 Mbps reaching about 78% of Laredo. Smartcom Telephone LLC is faster where available, offering 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber to about 12%, so check your address before choosing.
What is the fastest internet in Laredo, TX?
Smartcom Telephone LLC is fastest, with 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 12% of Laredo. Spectrum's 1,000 Mbps cable service reaches about 78%, making it the broader high-speed option when Smartcom fiber is unavailable.
Which internet provider covers the most of Laredo, TX?
Spectrum has the largest non-satellite footprint at about 79% of Laredo overall. Satellite providers are available everywhere, while Spectrum's 1,000 Mbps cable tier itself reaches about 78%, so verify wired availability at your address.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Laredo, TX?
Spectrum Internet 100 is the cheapest city plan at $30 per month for 100 Mbps, reaching about 78% of Laredo. This promotional rate lasts 12 months for new residential customers without Spectrum service during the past 30 days and is not available everywhere.
Can I get fiber internet in Laredo?
Fiber reaches about 22% of Laredo through Vexus Fiber, while Smartcom fiber reaches about 12% and AT&T's 1,000 Mbps fiber about 8%. Fiber availability varies by address, so confirm the specific provider and technology before relying on advertised speeds.
What internet speed do I need in Laredo?
A 100 Mbps plan is a practical starting point for many Laredo households, and Spectrum's 100 Mbps tier reaches about 78%. Larger households, remote workers, and streamers may prefer 500 or 1,000 Mbps where the corresponding provider technology reaches their address.
What internet options are available in Downtown Laredo?
Downtown Laredo's ZIP 78040 has Vexus Fiber reaching about 45%, Spectrum about 28%, and Smartcom about 16%. Vexus is the leading listed wired option there, but address-level checks remain necessary because ZIP coverage does not guarantee service at every location.
How We Analyze Internet in Laredo
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
A state-wide percentile of each plan’s maximum advertised download speed against every option filed with the FCC in the state, all technologies on one scale. It is not a measured speed test.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Laredo report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Laredo
How We Calculate Speed Score
The Speed Score is a state-wide percentile from 0 to 100. It answers one question: of every internet option filed with the FCC in this state, across every technology, what share is slower than this plan’s maximum advertised download speed?
What goes in:
- The plan’s maximum advertised download speed, as the provider files it with the FCC and lists it for sale.
- Every other serviceable option in the state from the FCC Broadband Data Collection, counted by the census blocks it reaches.
Speed Score = share of the state’s filed options with a lower advertised download speed
A score of 85 means this plan’s advertised speed beats 85% of the options filed in the state. Fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite are all on the same scale, so a 1,000 Mbps plan scores the same whoever sells it.
What it is not: a measured speed test. It does not include latency, upload speed, reliability or congestion. Real throughput at an address varies with wiring, equipment and time of day.
How providers are ordered on this page: each provider’s tier scores are averaged across the census blocks it serves, then multiplied by the share of the city it reaches. Wired providers rank ahead of wireless-only ones, and satellite last, because their filings describe a signal footprint rather than a plant. The same rule sets the title and the 30-second verdict.
Data source: FCC National Broadband Map (Broadband Data Collection), republished roughly twice a year; provider plan lists checked monthly.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.