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Shop and compare 10 internet providers for Roanoke, VA
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Roanoke, VA, your best bet is Cox Communications, covering ~76% of the city with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. That fastest cable tier itself reaches ~70% of the city, so confirm the FCC-filed maximum at your address. In ZIP 24011, and likewise in ZIPs 24001 to 24005, Cox leads at 31.8%, while Glo Fiber reaches 21.2% with up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps. Grandin Village is a major fiber pocket, with Glo Fiber reaching 94.4%, while Old Southwest gets 63.4%; South Roanoke and Raleigh Court still deserve an address-level check. Students at Virginia Western Community College, Radford University Carilion, and Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute should ask what is wired into the apartment, since some buildings may still rely on old copper for Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Verizon and T-Mobile are reasonable fixed-wireless alternatives when cable or fiber is unavailable, but their exact reach and tier depend on the address. Coverage can change street by street, so verify the exact address before signing up.
Best plan here: 2 GIG internet — faster than 98% of all internet options in Virginia
- 2 GIG internet$115/mo promotional rate, then $154/moCable2,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$115Per month
- 1 GIG internet$100/mo promotional rate, then $124/moCable1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$100Per month
- 500 Mbps internet$85/mo promotional rate, then $94/moCable500 MbpsDownload73Our score$85Per month
- 300 Mbps internet$55/mo promotional rate, then $74/moCable300 MbpsDownload72Our score$55Per month
- StraightUp InternetCable100 MbpsDownload72Our score$50Per month
Source: Cox Communications official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Roanoke
Cox Communications is a reliable cable choice in Roanoke, especially for households that can use its fastest plan. The 2 GIG plan offers up to 2000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 98/100, above the city average of 72. Availability is address dependent, with this plan reaching 70.3% of the city, and fiber may offer lower latency and more balanced upload performance where available.
About Cox Communications
Cox is a strong option for many Roanoke households, offering cable plans with up to 2000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, while its fastest plan has a Speed Score of 98/100. These cable plans are available to 70.3% of the city, so check your address carefully. The 300 Mbps and 500 Mbps tiers should suit many homes, while StraightUp Internet, with up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, is better for lighter use.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Glo Fiber
Speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Plans range $40–$100 /mo *
Best plan here: 5 Gbps — faster than 99% of all internet options in Virginia
- 5 Gbps$100/mo for the first 60 months, then $105/mo · $100 Gift cardFiber5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$100Per month
- 2 Gbps$80/mo for the first 60 months, then $85/mo · $100 Gift cardFiber2,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$80Per month
- 1.2 Gbps$65/mo for the first 60 months, then $70/mo · $100 Gift cardFiber1,200 MbpsDownload94Our score$65Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $45/mo · $100 Gift CardFiber300 MbpsDownload73Our score$40Per month
Source: Glo Fiber 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 Roanoke
Up to 5000 Mbps download and 5000 Mbps upload, with a 99/100 Speed Score, can comfortably handle large uploads, gaming, streaming, and many connected devices at once, making Glo Fiber a top-tier option. Its fiber plan is available to 67.2% of Roanoke and scores above the city average of 72, but confirm fiber availability at your specific address before choosing it.
About Glo Fiber
Up to 5000 Mbps both ways can comfortably handle multiple people streaming, gaming, video calling, and moving large files at the same time. Glo Fiber is an excellent choice because all of these plans use fiber, with the fastest option available to 67.2% of Roanoke, though you should confirm your address qualifies for the service and choose a lower tier if you do not need this much speed.
Available Plans
Fiber
Shentel
Speeds up to 1,200 Mbps
Plans start at $40 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 93% of all internet options in Virginia
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 Roanoke
Shentel is a top-tier option in Roanoke, led by its fiber plan with up to 1200 Mbps download and 1200 Mbps upload, which scores 93/100. That score is above the city’s average top-speed score of 72, but this fiber tier covers 0.5% of the city, so your address determines whether you can get its best performance. Shentel also offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload on fiber or cable, scoring 75/100 and 74/100 respectively, with cable still a solid option but the symmetrical fiber better for demanding uploads.
About Shentel
Shentel is worth checking, but it is not a widely available choice in Roanoke. Where available, it offers excellent fiber up to 1200 Mbps both ways, with a Speed Score of 93/100, plus up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload on fiber or cable; availability is address-dependent, covering 0.5%, 0.3%, and 0.9% of census blocks respectively.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 68% of all internet options in Virginia
- Residential – MaxSatellite400 MbpsDownload68Our 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 Roanoke
Satellite internet offers broad availability, but its higher latency can affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time uses. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload with a 68/100 Speed Score, below the city average of 72, and is listed as available to 100.0% of Roanoke. The 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans score 43/100, so consider checking what other technologies reach your address before choosing Starlink, particularly for latency-sensitive use.
About Starlink
Satellite service can reach homes that wired providers miss, but its higher latency may make gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities feel less responsive. Starlink reaches 100.0% of Roanoke and offers up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload for $130/mo, with options up to 200 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload for $85/mo or up to 100 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload for $55/mo, but check your address for fiber or cable first because those technologies are generally better for modern, high-demand use.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Lumos
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Plans start at $50 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 91% of all internet options in Virginia
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 Roanoke
Lumos’s fiber service reaches 2.7% of Roanoke, so relatively few addresses are likely to qualify for its best connection. At eligible addresses, up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with a 91/100 speed score makes it an excellent choice and compares favorably with the city’s 72 average. Technology varies by address, so check what is available before signing up, especially since Lumos’s copper plan offers only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload with a 1/100 score, making it worth checking other providers first if fiber is unavailable.
About Lumos
Lumos reaches just 3.3% of Roanoke, so most households will need to check their address before considering it. Where its fiber is available, the plan offers up to 1000 Mbps both ways, with a 91/100 speed score and 2.7% coverage, making it an excellent choice, but the address-dependent copper fallback reaches 1.2% and offers only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, which may not be sufficient for modern streaming, remote work, or multiple devices.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Best plan here: All-In Home Internet — faster than 72% of all internet options in Virginia
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload72Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload72Our 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 Roanoke
Households seeking a practical option for streaming, browsing, and everyday work may find T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless service a good fit, with a Speed Score of 72/100, about the same as the city average of 72. All-In Home Internet offers up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload, while Rely offers up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload, with both plans scoring 72/100. Fixed wireless is adequate but can be less consistent than fiber or cable, and both plans are available to 54.3% of Roanoke, so confirm your address before choosing T-Mobile.
About T-Mobile
Homes that want good everyday performance for streaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices may find T-Mobile a solid fit, with All-In Home Internet offering up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $70/mo promotional pricing, then $80/mo, or Rely offering up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $50/mo promotional pricing, then $60/mo. Both are 5G fixed wireless plans with a Speed Score of 72/100 and are available to 54.3% of Roanoke, so check your address before counting on these options.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 73% of all internet options in Virginia
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload73Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload72Our score$35Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Roanoke
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service is a practical option for streaming, video calls, and other everyday use, though signal and congestion can make performance less consistent than wired connections. 5G Home Plus offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 73/100, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 72/100, about the same as the city average of 72. Both plans are available to 57.0% of the city, so check your address to confirm service and expected signal quality.
About Verizon
Verizon uses 5G fixed wireless, which can support everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, with up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload on 5G Home Plus or up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload on 5G Home. That makes it a good option where available, but fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber or cable, and these plans reach 57.0% of Roanoke, so check your address and compare wired options first if reliability or heavy household use matters.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: 1 Gig — faster than 82% of all internet options in Virginia
- 1 GigCable1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$70Per month
- 500 MbpsCable500 MbpsDownload73Our score$60Per month
- 300 MbpsCable300 MbpsDownload72Our score$45Per month
Source: Xfinity official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Roanoke
Xfinity reaches 16.7% of Roanoke, so availability is limited and your address will determine whether you can order it. Where available, its cable service is a solid, reliable choice, with the 1 Gig plan offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload and earning a Speed Score of 82/100, above the city average of 72.
About Xfinity
Xfinity reaches 16.7% of Roanoke, so your odds of getting service are limited and you will need to check your address. Where available, its cable service is an excellent option for most households, offering up to 1000 Mbps download and up to 35 Mbps upload for $70/mo, with 500 Mbps for $60/mo or 300 Mbps for $45/mo also available.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 79% of all internet options in Virginia
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload1Our 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 Roanoke
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 21/100 Speed Score is below Roanoke’s city average of 72. Satellite service has higher latency and more limited performance compared with fiber or cable, so consider checking what else is available at your address first. The lower-priced Select and Lite plans offer up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload or up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload, respectively, and both have a 1/100 Speed Score, while each plan is shown as available to 100.0% of Roanoke.
About HughesNet
At $39.99/mo for Lite, HughesNet offers up to 25 Mbps down and 3 Mbps up, while Select costs $49.99/mo for up to 50 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, and Fusion costs $94.99/mo for up to 100 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, so the lower prices buy modest speeds and Fusion is still a costly satellite option. HughesNet covers 100.0% of Roanoke, but all three plans are satellite with below-average Speed Scores, so check your address for faster fiber or cable options first, especially for streaming, gaming, or multiple users.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 99% of all internet options in Virginia
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload1Our 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 Roanoke
Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in Roanoke, so consider checking what else is available at your address first. Its satellite plans score 1/100, below the city average of 72, and offer up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with Viasat Essentials or up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with Viasat Unleashed; each plan is listed as available to 100.0% of the city, though service should still be confirmed at your address.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat is mainly a fallback option in Roanoke, so check whether faster fiber or cable service is available at your address first. Its satellite plans reach 100.0% of the city, but the fastest is only up to 55 Mbps down and 4 Mbps up for $69.99/mo, with a Speed Score of 1/100, while the $99.99/mo alternative offers up to 34 Mbps down and 4 Mbps up, making either plan a limited fit for demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Roanoke
All 24 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 24 plans
- Cox Communications2 GIG internet$115/mo promotional rate, then $154/mo2,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$115$154Per month~70.3%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload68Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Glo Fiber5 Gbps$100/mo for the first 60 months, then $105/mo · $100 Gift card5,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$100$105Per month~67.2%CoverageFiber
- Glo Fiber2 Gbps$80/mo for the first 60 months, then $85/mo · $100 Gift card2,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$80$85Per month~67.2%CoverageFiber
- Glo Fiber1.2 Gbps$65/mo for the first 60 months, then $70/mo · $100 Gift card1,200 MbpsDownload94Our score$65$70Per month~67.2%CoverageFiber
- Cox Communications1 GIG internet$100/mo promotional rate, then $124/mo1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$100$124Per month~70.3%CoverageCable
- Cox Communications500 Mbps internet$85/mo promotional rate, then $94/mo500 MbpsDownload73Our score$85$94Per month~70.3%CoverageCable
- Cox CommunicationsStraightUp Internet100 MbpsDownload72Our score$50Per month~70.3%CoverageCable
- Cox Communications300 Mbps internet$55/mo promotional rate, then $74/mo300 MbpsDownload72Our score$55$74Per month~70.3%CoverageCable
- Glo Fiber300 Mbps$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $45/mo · $100 Gift Card300 MbpsDownload73Our score$40$45Per month~67.2%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 Roanoke
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Glo Fiber's 300 Mbps plan at a $40/mo promotional starting rate where it reaches 67.2% of Roanoke.
Its fiber reaches 67.2% citywide, including 94.4% of ZIP 24015.
Check first: Verify the address; citywide coverage does not guarantee availability at every building.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Glo Fiber's 1.2 Gbps fiber tier where its network reaches 67.2% of Roanoke.
Coverage reaches 94.4% in Grandin Village and 63.4% in Old Southwest.
Check first: Verify the address; Glo Fiber's 67.2% citywide reach is not universal.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Pick Glo Fiber's 5 Gbps tier where its fiber reaches 67.2% of Roanoke.
Its 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber profile is the city's highest listed speed and reaches 67.2% of the city.
Check first: Address checks matter because 67.2% coverage leaves some Roanoke addresses without Glo Fiber.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Use Starlink Residential – 100 Mbps at a $55/mo promotional starting rate; it reaches 100% of Roanoke.
Starlink's 100 Mbps plan reaches 100% citywide, unlike narrower wired and fixed-wireless footprints.
Check first: Confirm plan availability and address details before ordering, despite the reported 100% city reach.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Roanoke
Grandin Village
Glo Fiber is currently the strongest option for Fiber-heavy home offices.
Glo Fiber covers 94.4% of ZIP 24015 in Grandin Village, the strongest listed local fiber share.
Old Southwest
Glo Fiber is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber users.
Old Southwest's ZIP 24016 shows Glo Fiber at 63.4%, ahead of Cox Communications at 18.1%.
Downtown Roanoke
Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for Cable-first streaming.
Downtown Roanoke's ZIP 24011 lists Cox Communications at 31.8%, followed by Starlink at 28.8%.
Internet providers near Roanoke
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Roanoke, check the neighboring market directly.
Roanoke Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Roanoke?
Glo Fiber is Roanoke's fastest listed provider, with a 5 Gbps plan reaching 67.2% of the city. Check the exact address before choosing it, because Grandin Village has 94.4% Glo Fiber coverage while Old Southwest has 63.4%.
Can I get fiber internet in Roanoke?
Yes: Glo Fiber's 300 Mbps plan has a $40/mo promotional starting rate and reaches 67.2% of the city. Lumos also lists fiber reaching about 3% citywide, so exact-address checking matters before assuming fiber service at your address.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Roanoke?
Verizon 5G Home is the city's cheapest listed plan: a $35/mo promotional starting rate for 300 Mbps, reaching 57.0% of the city. Confirm your address before relying on it, because satellite plans reach 100% while Verizon's plan has narrower availability.
What internet speed do I need for streaming and gaming in Roanoke?
A 300 Mbps plan is a listed starting point, with Verizon 5G Home reaching 57.0% of Roanoke at that speed. For addresses with Glo Fiber, plans from 300 Mbps through 5 Gbps reach 67.2% of the city, offering more listed capacity for busy households.
Is Glo Fiber available in Grandin Village?
Yes: Glo Fiber reaches 94.4% of ZIP 24015, Grandin Village, with fiber tiers up to 5 Gbps where available. That local figure exceeds Glo Fiber's 67.2% citywide reach, but an address check remains necessary before ordering.
How We Analyze Internet in Roanoke
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 Roanoke report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Roanoke
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.