Name | Description | Pricing | Features | Top Cons | Speed | Location |
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Suddenlink |
The Suddenlink residential suite of services, available in the south, midwest and western parts of the United States, pr read more |
starts at $40 | TV Apps to connect you to the favorite TV shows, comes free with a high-speed internet subscription, provides the oper read more |
coverage area is limited to 16 states in the continental U.S | 100Mbps - 1Gbps | 16 states in the continental U.S. |
Cable ONE |
Cable One is a corporation that offers internet service in 19 states. The company's high-speed internet is available to read more |
starts at $55/month | connect from 5 - 15 devices as per purchased plan, self-install available, from 300 to 900GB data etc |
the service’s speeds can be inconsistent | 100Mbps - 1Gbps | Unites States in 19 states, most of which are in the South, Northwest and Midwest |
Verizon |
Verizon is the nation's largest carrier, with an incredible 151.48 million subscribers. The carrier also sports far and read more |
starts at $39.99/month | fast and dependable fiber optic internet connections, variable contract terms: month to month or 2 years, etc |
offers internet security as an add-on, rather than including it with a subscription | fiber optic (FiOS) and DSL 100-940Mbps | Unites States |
Cox |
Cox Communications is one of the largest cable internet service providers in the US, covering more than 20 million custo read more |
starts at $39.99/month | 2GB storage comes with each email account, Cox Security Suite Plus powered by McAfeeprotect from online viruses and mal read more |
not available in all areas and do not provide dial-up or DSL services to rural residents | 30Mbps - 1Gbps | Unites States |
Xfinity |
Comcast Xfinity is a major force in the telecommunications industry because of its large service area and the sheer numb read more |
starts at $65/month | price includes security software, all internet plans come with Constant Guard, which includes the Norton Security Suite read more |
speed depends on location, sometimes negative public feedback |
150 Mbps - up 1000Mbps | United States - across 39 states |
HughesNet |
HughesNet is one of two nationwide satellite Internet providers in the USA, with the other being Exede. HughesNet Intern read more |
starts at $59.99/month | 50 GB of extra data, modem comes with built-in Wi-Fi, wide area for installation. |
two-year obligation, unreliable service |
satellite internet25 Mbps | United States |
Frontier |
Frontier Internet Service is a provider that has cable, DSL, vantage, and FiOS internet packages available. Customers ca read more |
$20/month - $30/month | subscription includes 8 email accounts with 5GB of email storage each, internet and email security software, parental co read more |
the quality of download speeds and customer service may be inconsistent | Fiber, cable and DSL6Mbps - 18Mbps | Covering areas around rural America |
Spectrum |
Spectrum is a cable telecommunications company that offers a range of home entertainment and information services and pr read more |
starts at $44.99/month | Internet, TV, and phone services over the fiber-based cable network, free modem and free antivirus software, etc |
fees vary widely based on location | 100Mbps - 940Mbps | United States |
CenturyLink |
CenturyLink, Inc., incorporated on May 7, 1968, is an integrated communications company. The Company is engaged in provi read more |
starts at $45/month | subscription includes Norton internet security, helpful online customer support, internet subscription comes with 11 e read more |
does not provide cable internet | DSL and fiberStarting at 1.5Mbps - to 40mbps | United States |
Pricing | starts at $40 |
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Features |
TV Apps to connect you to the favorite TV shows, comes free with a high-speed internet subscription, provides the operating system and hardware specific support, etc |
Top Cons | coverage area is limited to 16 states in the continental U.S |
Overall Rating | 80% |
Speed | 100Mbps - 1Gbps |
Location | 16 states in the continental U.S. |
The Suddenlink residential suite of services, available in the south, midwest and western parts of the United States, provides an end-to-end connected home experience through high-speed Internet, digital TV, and voice services plus advanced home security. With broadband speeds of up to 1 gigabit, Suddenlink is the fastest broadband provider in each city it serves.
Pricing | starts at $55/month |
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Features |
connect from 5 - 15 devices as per purchased plan, self-install available, from 300 to 900GB data etc |
Top Cons | the service’s speeds can be inconsistent |
Overall Rating | 85% |
Speed | 100Mbps - 1Gbps |
Location | Unites States in 19 states, most of which are in the South, Northwest and Midwest |
Cable One is a corporation that offers internet service in 19 states. The company's high-speed internet is available to an estimated 3.5 million people, making Cable One the 16th largest provider of cable broadband in the United States in terms of coverage area. They require no contracts and offer tiered packages with low introductory rates. Cable One offers tiered plans to provide services for the varied needs of customers. Customers can also bundle with other services such as cable, and phone.
Pricing | starts at $39.99/month |
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Features |
fast and dependable fiber optic internet connections, variable contract terms: month to month or 2 years, etc |
Top Cons | offers internet security as an add-on, rather than including it with a subscription |
Overall Rating | 85% |
Speed | fiber optic (FiOS) and DSL 100-940Mbps |
Location | Unites States |
Verizon is the nation's largest carrier, with an incredible 151.48 million subscribers. The carrier also sports far and away from the best cell phone network in the country, besting the likes of AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile. This great coverage is one of the primary upsides of going with Verizon for your next cell phone plan.
Pricing | starts at $39.99/month |
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Features |
2GB storage comes with each email account, Cox Security Suite Plus powered by McAfeeprotect from online viruses and malware, etc |
Top Cons | not available in all areas and do not provide dial-up or DSL services to rural residents |
Overall Rating | 85% |
Speed | 30Mbps - 1Gbps |
Location | Unites States |
Cox Communications is one of the largest cable internet service providers in the US, covering more than 20 million customers across 19 states. It has several service tiers with download speeds ranging from 10 Mbps to 1 Gbps, so light and heavy internet users alike can choose a package that suits their needs.
Pricing | starts at $65/month |
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Features |
price includes security software, all internet plans come with Constant Guard, which includes the Norton Security Suite, 5 Mbps plan to low-income families for $10 per month, etc |
Top Cons |
speed depends on location, sometimes negative public feedback |
Overall Rating | 85% |
Speed | 150 Mbps - up 1000Mbps |
Location | United States - across 39 states |
Comcast Xfinity is a major force in the telecommunications industry because of its large service area and the sheer number of customers served. The Comcast Company has two major parts: Comcast Cable and NBC Universal. These two parts work together to bring all of the various types of media across the United States. Comcast Cable (of which Xfinity is a part) brings phone, TV service, home automation, and high-speed internet to customers.
Pricing | starts at $59.99/month |
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Features |
50 GB of extra data, modem comes with built-in Wi-Fi, wide area for installation. |
Top Cons |
two-year obligation, unreliable service |
Overall Rating | 93% |
Speed | satellite internet25 Mbps |
Location | United States |
HughesNet is one of two nationwide satellite Internet providers in the USA, with the other being Exede. HughesNet Internet plans currently offer the best speeds, availability, and service quality. Thanks to their new Gen5 satellite update, most customers can access 25 Mbps download speeds and 3 Mbps upload speeds. This is comparable to wired service from providers like CenturyLink and AT&T.
Pricing | $20/month - $30/month |
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Features |
subscription includes 8 email accounts with 5GB of email storage each, internet and email security software, parental controls, and call waiting services, backup services and personal device protection, etc |
Top Cons | the quality of download speeds and customer service may be inconsistent |
Overall Rating | 84% |
Speed | Fiber, cable and DSL6Mbps - 18Mbps |
Location | Covering areas around rural America |
Frontier Internet Service is a provider that has cable, DSL, vantage, and FiOS internet packages available. Customers can get speeds up to 500 Mbps (in select areas) with Fiber Optics, and keep a set price with the 2-year price lock guarantee. Frontier provides internet service in 29 states.
Pricing | starts at $44.99/month |
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Features |
Internet, TV, and phone services over the fiber-based cable network, free modem and free antivirus software, etc |
Top Cons | fees vary widely based on location |
Overall Rating | 90% |
Speed | 100Mbps - 940Mbps |
Location | United States |
Spectrum is a cable telecommunications company that offers a range of home entertainment and information services and products. The company’s service portfolio includes video-on-demand, digital video recorder, high-speed data services, communication tools, email, personal computer security, parental controls, online radio services, voice services, and next-generation home automation and monitoring services.
Pricing | starts at $45/month |
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Features |
subscription includes Norton internet security, helpful online customer support, internet subscription comes with 11 email accounts with 5GB of online storage each, etc |
Top Cons | does not provide cable internet |
Overall Rating | 75% |
Speed | DSL and fiberStarting at 1.5Mbps - to 40mbps |
Location | United States |
CenturyLink, Inc., incorporated on May 7, 1968, is an integrated communications company. The Company is engaged in providing an array of communications services to its residential and business customers. The Business segment provides strategic, legacy and data integration products and services to small, medium and enterprise business, wholesale and governmental customers, including other communication providers.