Lubbock, TX Internet
Internet Providers in Lubbock, TX
Compare every internet provider in Lubbock, TX: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedOptimum is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 940 Mbps reaching about 61% of Lubbock. If AT&T reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps reaching about 42% of the city. Where Optimum does not reach, Vexus Fiber is the broadest backup, mostly fiber with up to 1,000/1,000 Mbps reaching about 48% of Lubbock.
Local results vary sharply: Tech Terrace is overwhelmingly an AT&T fiber area, while South Overton leans heavily toward Vexus Fiber. In Arnett Benson, Resound Networks has the largest local footprint, with AT&T and Vexus Fiber also present, and ZIP 79404 similarly gives Resound the edge while retaining meaningful fiber coverage. Around Texas Tech University, ZIP 79409 is entirely Optimum cable, so students should verify apartment-specific service, while Lubbock Christian University and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center areas have a mix of AT&T fiber, Vexus Fiber, and Resound Networks. Budget-minded shoppers can also check fixed wireless options, but older apartments and homes in North by Northwest may still be limited by DSL or copper infrastructure. Coverage changes street by street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Lubbock, TX
Best plan here: 1 Gig Internet — faster than 78% of all internet options in Texas
- 1 Gig Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo · $50 Prepaid cardCable940 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps Internet$40/mo promotional rate, then $50/moCable500 MbpsDownload76Our score$40Per month
- 300 Mbps Internet$25/mo for 12 monthsCable300 MbpsDownload66Our score$25Per month
Source: Optimum 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
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lubbock
Homes with heavy streaming, gaming, and multiple connected users should consider Optimum’s 1 Gig Internet, with up to 940 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload over cable. It is a solid, reliable choice with a 78/100 Speed Score, above Lubbock’s city average of 63, while the plan is available to 61.0% of the city, so confirm service 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 Optimum
Optimum is a strong fit for households that stream, work from home, or have several connected devices, with cable plans offering up to 940 Mbps download and good overall performance. Its 1 Gig plan reaches about 61% of Lubbock and includes up to 50 Mbps upload, while the 500 Mbps and 300 Mbps options are also available across about 61% of the city, so check your address to confirm the faster cable service is offered.
Available Plans
Cable
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 Lubbock
Vexus Fiber reaches about 48% of Lubbock through its listed fiber plan, so availability at your address is the key question. Where available, its up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload service is an excellent choice and a top-tier option, with a Speed Score of 80/100 that is above the city average of 63. Fiber’s low latency and symmetrical speeds are well suited to streaming, gaming, work, and busy households, but the best performance may not reach every 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 48% of Lubbock, so your odds are reasonable but availability depends on your address. Where available, its fiber plan offers excellent service with up to 1000 Mbps both ways for $39.99 per month, making it a strong choice for streaming, video calls, gaming, and multiple connected devices.
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 Lubbock
At $90/mo for 12 months, AT&T Internet 5 GIG offers up to 5000 Mbps both ways, a Speed Score of 95/100, and a $150 reward card, making its fiber service a top-tier option and well above the city average of 63. Fiber availability varies by address, with the 5 GIG plan reaching about 42% of Lubbock, while Internet Air provides up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload with a lower Speed Score of 66/100 where fiber is unavailable.
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
At $90/mo for 12 months, AT&T’s fiber plan offers excellent value with up to 5,000 Mbps both ways, while its $50/mo 1 GIG plan provides up to 1,000 Mbps both ways, making these strong choices for heavy streaming, gaming, and large households. Fiber availability is address-dependent, reaching about 42% of Lubbock for the 5 GIG plan and about 43% for the 1 GIG plan, while the fallback Internet Air option offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload and may be only adequate for busier households, so check your address for fiber first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
South Plains Telephone Cooperative
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 Lubbock
Up to 1000 Mbps both ways on fiber is an excellent choice for streaming, gaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices, with a Speed Score of 80/100. This plan reaches about 9% of Lubbock, so confirm fiber availability at your address, but where offered, it is a top-tier option and above the city’s 63 average top-speed score.
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 South Plains Telephone Cooperative
Up to 1000 Mbps both ways is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices at once. South Plains Telephone Cooperative is a strong choice where its fiber is available, but that service reaches only about 9% of Lubbock census blocks, so check your address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Kinetic by Windstream
Speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Plans range $24.99–$89.99 /mo *
Best plan here: Fiber Max 2 Gig — faster than 93% of all internet options in Texas
- Fiber Max 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload93Our score$89.99Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$59.99Per month
- Fiber 300 MbpsFiber300 MbpsDownload66Our score$39.99Per month
- Fiber 100 MbpsFiber100 MbpsDownload18Our score$24.99Per month
Source: Kinetic by Windstream 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 Lubbock
At $59.99 per month, Kinetic’s Fiber 1 Gig plan buys up to 1,000 Mbps both ways with a strong 80/100 Speed Score, making it a top-tier option for demanding home internet use. Its top-tier Fiber Max 2 Gig plan costs $89.99 per month for up to 2,000 Mbps both ways and carries the provider’s 93/100 headline Speed Score, above Lubbock’s 63 average. Fiber availability is address-dependent, reaching about 3% of the city for each plan, so confirm your address before counting on these speeds; the 100 Mbps and 300 Mbps tiers have lower scores of 18/100 and 66/100, respectively.
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 Kinetic by Windstream
At $24.99 to $89.99 per month, Kinetic by Windstream offers excellent value where its fiber is available, with up to 100 Mbps to 2 Gig both ways and the Fiber Max 2 Gig plan earning a 93/100 Speed Score. Fiber reaches only about 3% of Lubbock on each listed plan, so availability is highly address-dependent, and you should check for it first because the provider’s broader 10.8% coverage may not mean a fast connection at your address.
Available Plans
Fiber
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Poka Lambro Telecommunications, Ltd.
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 Lubbock
Poka Lambro offers a top-tier option through its fiber plan, with up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload, a Speed Score of 80, and performance above Lubbock’s average top speed score of 63. Fiber reaches about 5% of the city, while its Licensed Fixed Wireless plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 18 across about 6% of the city. Availability depends on your address, so verify that fiber is offered before choosing, since it provides much stronger performance than the fixed wireless options.
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 Poka Lambro Telecommunications, Ltd.
Poka Lambro is a strong choice for addresses that can get its fiber, with speeds up to 1000 Mbps both ways and availability in about 5% of Lubbock census blocks. Elsewhere, its fixed wireless options reach about 6% and about 1% of blocks and offer up to 100/20 Mbps, which may be adequate for basic use but could fall short for busy households, so check for fiber or another faster provider at your address first.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Lbr Fixed Wireless
AMA TechTel Communications
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Slower than 88% of all internet options in Texas
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
Good
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lubbock
The monthly cost should be weighed carefully against the speeds available here: AMA TechTel’s fiber plan offers up to 50 Mbps download and 8 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 12/100, while its copper plan reaches up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload with a score of 1/100. The fiber plan covers about 1% of Lubbock, so the better technology may not reach your specific address. Both options have limited performance compared with alternatives, making it worth checking other providers first for faster service.
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 AMA TechTel Communications
At the monthly price you are quoted, AMA TechTel Communications offers modest value, with fiber up to 50 Mbps download and 8 Mbps upload, but its Speed Score is only 12 and availability covers about 1% of census blocks. That fiber option may handle basic home use, while the fallback copper plan reaches about 0% of census blocks and offers only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, so check your address for faster alternatives before choosing it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lubbock
Up to 1000 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload can comfortably support multiple simultaneous 4K streams, gaming, video calls, and large downloads. Resound’s 1000/500 Mbps Licensed Fixed Wireless plan has a Speed Score of 80/100, above Lubbock’s 63 average, and is available across about 52% of the city, though fixed wireless performance can vary and the faster tier may not reach 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 Resound Networks
Up to 1000 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload is plenty for multiple 4K streams, gaming, video calls, and working from home. Resound Networks is worth considering where its faster licensed fixed wireless plan is available, but that option reaches about 52% of census blocks, and the 300 Mbps plan, available in about 37% of blocks, is a more adequate fallback with a Speed Score of 66, so check your address before counting on the faster service.
Available Plans
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 Lubbock
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is suitable for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired connections. Its 5G Home plan has a 66/100 Speed Score, above Lubbock’s city average of 63, making it a competitive option. Availability is address-dependent, with this plan reaching about 59% of Lubbock, so confirm service at your location before signing up.
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 everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls but below average compared with faster options. It is available to about 59% of Lubbock, so check your address first, especially if you need consistently high performance for heavy streaming, gaming, or multiple users, and compare faster cable or fiber plans where available.
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 Lubbock
For households that want fast everyday internet for streaming, work, and multiple connected devices, T-Mobile is a competitive fixed wireless option with speeds up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 76/100, above the city average of 63. Fixed wireless can vary with location and network congestion, and the 500 Mbps plans are available to about 41% of Lubbock, so confirm that service reaches your address before choosing it.
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, streaming users, and people who want straightforward fixed wireless service with good, better-than-average speeds. Its fastest options offer up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload, with the Amplified plan scoring 76/100, but availability is address-dependent and reaches about 41% of Lubbock, so check your address before counting on service. The plans also require a qualifying postpaid voice line and bundle, and fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber or cable for busy households.
Available Plans
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 Lubbock
Satellite internet can reach speeds of up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, making Starlink’s Residential Max plan suitable for streaming, video calls, and everyday household use, though satellite latency can affect gaming and other real-time activities. Its 75/100 Speed Score is above Lubbock’s city average of 63, so it is a competitive option, and the plan is available to 100% of the city. Starlink also offers 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans, but their lower Speed Scores of 51/100 and 18/100 may make the top plan the stronger choice, with actual availability and performance depending on 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 Starlink
Satellite internet can reach homes that wired providers may miss, and Starlink offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with a good 75/100 Speed Score, though satellite latency can affect gaming and video calls. It is available to 100.0% of Lubbock, but check your address for fiber or cable first because those technologies generally provide a smoother experience for modern internet use.
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 Lubbock
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet Fusion buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 18/100 Speed Score is below Lubbock’s city average of 63. Fusion is listed as available across about 100% of Lubbock, yet satellite is a limited-performance choice with higher latency, so check what other providers can serve your specific address before choosing it.
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
Starting at $39.99 a month, HughesNet offers up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload, while its $49.99 Select plan reaches up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, and its $94.99 Fusion plan reaches up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. These satellite plans cover 100.0% of Lubbock but may be limiting for modern households because of satellite latency and modest speeds, so check your address for faster fiber or cable service before choosing HughesNet.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Internet Provider Reviews in Lubbock, TX
We read 312 recent Google reviews of Lubbock listings for Vexus Fiber, AT&T and Optimum and sorted each one by what it is about. Store visits and phone-plan reviews are set aside.
What Vexus Fiber customers report
Outages
Poor
21% mention
Billing
Very poor
18% mention
Support
Very poor
64% mention
Installation
Good
41% mention
Equipment
Poor
8% mention
Cancelling
Very poor
9% mention
“Had a technician come out and install his name is Daniel Sanchez. Just a real stand-up guy, knew all of his stuff, extremely helpful.”
“2 days after initial installation my wifi went out. After waiting all weekend without wifi the technician said the issue is in the alley. 6 days later, still no wifi. Support insists I am on a list, but I am forgotten and they do not care. AT&T never did that. They were amazing for 6 years, no problem. I am definitely switching back.”
What AT&T customers report
Support
Mixed
18% mention
Installation
Good
7% mention
“I went in asking questions about internet/ direct tv and left with the service. Michael Stine is very very amazing employee. He deserves the 5 stars this app gives. Look for him next time you need their services”
“I have been an AT&T customer for at least 2 years and the customer service is horrible you cannot understand any of these people on the phone if your internet goes out you might get hung up on . Im CANCELING!!! SUPER SHITTY”
What Optimum customers report
Outages
Very poor
29% mention
Speed
Poor
4% mention
Billing
Very poor
25% mention
Support
Poor
70% mention
Installation
Mixed
26% mention
Equipment
Poor
22% mention
Cancelling
Very poor
10% mention
“The sweet young lady working this morning was very kind. She approached and helped me immediately with returning some equipment and got me in and out fast! Thank you ❤️”
“Set up residential internet with optimum and the company sold off my information to data brokers. Started getting 20-30 calls a day from spam callers immediately after registering with optimum”
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 Lubbock
All 23 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 23 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload75Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload51Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Optimum1 Gig Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo · $50 Prepaid card940 MbpsDownload78Our score$50$60Per month~61%CoverageCable
- Optimum500 Mbps Internet$40/mo promotional rate, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload76Our score$40$50Per month~61%CoverageCable
- Optimum300 Mbps Internet$25/mo for 12 months300 MbpsDownload66Our score$25$40Per month~61%CoverageCable
- AT&TAT&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 card5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$90Per month~41.5%CoverageFiber
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload66Our score$60Per month~59.1%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- Vexus FiberResidential Fiber Internet1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$39.99Per month~47.9%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&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 card1,000 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month~43.1%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&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 card500 MbpsDownload76Our score$50Per month~43.1%CoverageFiber
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Lubbock providers head-to-head
See how Lubbock’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Lubbock
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Optimum 300 Mbps Internet where available for shared streaming and coursework.
Optimum reaches about 61% of Lubbock, including 100% of ZIP 79409 around Texas Tech University.
Check first: Confirm the address; Optimum reaches only about 1% in Tech Terrace.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose AT&T fiber where available, especially the 1,000 Mbps or 5,000 Mbps tiers.
AT&T fiber reaches about 43% at 1,000 Mbps and about 42% at 5,000 Mbps.
Check first: Fiber availability varies sharply, reaching about 91% in Tech Terrace but less elsewhere.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Optimum 1 Gig Internet where available, or AT&T 5 GIG fiber if offered.
Optimum's 940 Mbps cable tier reaches about 61%, while AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 42%.
Check first: Do not assume either fastest tier reaches the provider's entire footprint.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Check Vexus Fiber first, then Resound Networks or satellite where wired service is unavailable.
Vexus reaches about 48%, Resound about 89%, and satellite service is available everywhere.
Check first: Resound has no published pricing, while satellite plans reach every address.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Lubbock
South Overton 79401
Vexus Fiber is currently the strongest option for Gigabit fiber households.
Vexus Fiber covers about 61% of South Overton with 1,000/1,000 Mbps service.
Texas Tech University 79409
Optimum is currently the strongest option for Student housing.
Optimum covers 100% of ZIP 79409 with cable service up to 940 Mbps.
Tech Terrace 79410
AT&T is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber.
AT&T fiber covers about 91% of Tech Terrace with speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps.
Arnett Benson 79403
Resound Networks is currently the strongest option for Fixed-wireless availability.
Resound Networks' 1,000/500 Mbps tier covers about 37% of Arnett Benson.
ZIP 79404
Resound Networks is currently the strongest option for High-speed wireless.
Resound Networks covers about 32% of ZIP 79404 with its 1,000/500 Mbps tier.
Lubbock Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Lubbock, TX?
Optimum is the best overall provider, with cable up to 940 Mbps reaching about 61% of Lubbock. AT&T is faster where available, offering 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber to about 42%, so check your address before choosing it.
What is the fastest internet in Lubbock, TX?
AT&T is the fastest where available, with 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 42% of Lubbock. Optimum is the best overall provider, offering up to 940 Mbps cable reaching about 61%, making it the broader high-speed choice.
Which internet provider covers the most of Lubbock, TX?
Resound Networks has the broadest listed non-satellite footprint at about 89% of Lubbock, while 12 providers are listed overall. Satellite service is available everywhere, but Resound is the largest terrestrial option in the data.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Lubbock, TX?
Kinetic by Windstream Fiber 100 Mbps is the cheapest plan at a $24.99 per month promotional starting rate, reaching about 3% of Lubbock. It provides 100 Mbps where available, so verify the address because its tier has a limited footprint.
Can I get fiber internet in Lubbock?
Yes: Vexus Fiber's 1,000/1,000 Mbps service reaches about 48% of Lubbock, while AT&T's 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 42%. Address checks matter because fiber availability varies considerably between neighborhoods and ZIP codes.
What internet speed do I need in Lubbock?
Available plans range from 25 Mbps to 5,000 Mbps in Lubbock, depending on provider and technology. A 300 Mbps plan suits many households, while larger shared households should consider 500 Mbps or gigabit service where that tier reaches the address.
Can two homes in the same ZIP get different options?
Yes. Provider qualification often changes by block, apartment building, or infrastructure segment.
How We Analyze Internet in Lubbock
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 Lubbock report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Lubbock
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.