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Internet Providers in Tempe, Arizona

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Home Internet in Tempe, AZ
  • Provider
    • CenturyLink
    • AT&T
    • Cox
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Phoenix Internet
    • AirFiber WISP
    • Triad Wireless
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. CenturyLink
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 87.5%
  • 2. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 47.9%
  • 3. Cox
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 88.3%
    Tempe speed tests confirm high speeds for Cox
  • 4. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 51.6%
  • 6. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 41.6%
  • 7. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 8. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 47.9%
  • 9. Phoenix Internet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 100%
  • 10. AirFiber WISP
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 100%
  • 11. Triad Wireless
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 47.2%
  • 12. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Home Internet Summary in Tempe, AZ

In Tempe, Arizona, Cox dominates the internet service scene. With cable connections offering download speeds up to 2 Gbps, Cox covers 88.30% of the city. Residents can access these high speeds starting at $50 per month. This extensive coverage and robust speed make Cox ideal for households with multiple users, especially for high-definition streaming or online gaming.

CenturyLink and Verizon also provide noteworthy internet options in Tempe. CenturyLink's DSL service covers 61.20% of the city, delivering download speeds up to 80 Mbps. For $55 per month, it offers a reliable choice for standard internet needs, though it falls short of Cox's speed. Verizon's 5G internet, covering 36.40% of Tempe, offers maximum download speeds of 50 Mbps at $50 per month. While its coverage is less extensive, Verizon's 5G technology can appeal to users looking for next-gen connectivity.

Cox excels in speed and coverage, but CenturyLink and Verizon serve as competitive alternatives based on specific user needs and their respective availability.

Best Internet Providers in Tempe, AZ

Tempe’s best internet providers are CenturyLink and Cox. CenturyLink ranks first because it offers fiber-optic technology that can support download and upload speeds up to 940 Mbps. CenturyLink also covers more parts of Tempe than other leading providers, with a commanding 87.5 percent availability.

Cox is another great internet provider in the area. It offers download speeds up to 2 Gbps. Cox also has multiple bundling options with both its cable and fiber internet services. Internet-only plans begin at just $50 per month.

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
  • CenturyLink
  • AT&T
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Phoenix Internet
  • AirFiber WISP
  • Triad Wireless
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Cox
88.31%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Tempe, Arizona

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Provider Connection Types in Tempe, AZ

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Tempe, AZ
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
54.94%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
96.43%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
20.77%

Internet Providers in Tempe, AZ

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
CenturyLink $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
AT&T Internet Air $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Cox $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
Viasat Internet $79.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 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
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 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Phoenix Internet $74.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
AirFiber WISP $49.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
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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