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Internet Providers in Akron, Alabama

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Home Internet in Akron, AL

  • 1. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 70.9%
  • 2. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
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    Connection: IPBB, 5G Internet
    Availability: 52.7%
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Akron, AL

AT&T Internet serves as Akron, Alabama's leading provider, offering 25 Mbps download speeds on IPBB (Internet Protocol Broadband) technology. It covers about 52.70% of the town and starts at $60 per month, balancing speed and coverage. Residents find AT&T appealing for its wider coverage compared to other non-satellite options.

Viasat Internet and Hughesnet provide 100% satellite coverage in Akron. Viasat boasts the fastest speed, with up to 150 Mbps, starting at $99.99 per month. Hughesnet offers up to 100 Mbps, beginning at a more affordable $49.99 per month. With limited DSL (8%) and Cable (45%) availability, Viasat and Hughesnet become vital for residents without wired connections. Their comprehensive satellite service ensures every home in Akron has internet access.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • Viasat
  • Hughesnet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Spectrum
70.91%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Akron, AL

Provider Connection Types in Akron, AL

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Akron, AL
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
7.62%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
0.32%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
45.39%

List of Internet Providers in Akron, AL

Provider Type Top Speed
Spectrum Cable, Fiber 1 Gbps
AT&T IPBB, 5G Internet 300 Mbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Akron, AL

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Spectrum $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
AT&T Internet $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps IPBB, 5G Internet
Viasat Internet $119.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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