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Internet Providers in Gulf Shores, Alabama

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Home Internet in Gulf Shores, AL

  • 1. Brightspeed
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. Mediacom
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 93.1%
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 99%
  • 4. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 61.9%
  • 5. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 26.6%
  • 6. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 61.9%
  • 8. Point Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 26.1%
  • C Spire Fiber
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 26.1%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 64.9%

Best Internet Providers in Gulf Shores, AL

Brightspeed dominates Gulf Shores, Alabama, as the main internet service provider, delivering DSL and fiber connections to 86.20% of the city. Their maximum download speed of 940 Mbps, starting at $49 per month, offers a solid mix of speed and affordability suitable for many users. With fiber internet reaching 93% of residents, Brightspeed ensures a fast, reliable experience.

Verizon ranks second, employing 5G to cover 64.50% of Gulf Shores. This plan offers a top download speed of 50 Mbps at $50 per month, appealing to those who prefer wireless technology despite its slower speed.

Viasat, using satellite internet, impressively covers 99% of the city. It provides a maximum download speed of 150 Mbps but starts at $99.99 per month. While its broad reach benefits remote areas, the higher cost could be a concern for budget-conscious consumers.

Gulf Shores residents enjoy a variety of internet plans across multiple connection types, ensuring they can choose one that fits their specific needs and locations.

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
  • Brightspeed
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Mediacom
  • Point Broadband
  • C Spire Fiber
93.08%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Gulf Shores, AL

Provider Connection Types in Gulf Shores, AL

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Gulf Shores, AL
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
22.34%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
92.7%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
35.699999999999996%

List of Internet Providers in Gulf Shores, AL

Provider Type Top Speed
Brightspeed DSL, Fiber 940 Mbps
Mediacom Cable 1 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
T-Mobile 5G Internet 415 Mbps
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps
Point Broadband Fiber 1 Gbps
C Spire Fiber Fiber 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps

Internet Providers in Gulf Shores, AL

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Brightspeed $29/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
Mediacom $19.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $119.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 415 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
EarthLink 5G Home Internet $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Point Broadband $59/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
C Spire Fiber $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet

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