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Internet Providers in El Dorado, Arkansas

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Home Internet in El Dorado, AR
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Optimum
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Connection: IPBB, 5G Internet
    Availability: 65.9%
  • 2. Optimum
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 54%
    El Dorado speed tests confirm high speeds for Optimum
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. 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: 54.8%
  • 5. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 57.7%
  • 6. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 12.3%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Home Internet Summary in El Dorado, AR

The top internet service provider in El Dorado, Arkansas, is AT&T Internet. It uses an IPBB connection and covers 65.90% of the city. With a maximum download speed of 18 Mbps, it offers modest performance. AT&T’s starting price is $60 per month, which might be less competitive due to its lower speed. Yet, its wide coverage makes it a viable choice for many households, especially in areas lacking other high-speed options.

Optimum ranks second in El Dorado. It provides a cable connection with a maximum download speed of 940 Mbps, far surpassing AT&T. Covering 54% of the city, it offers substantial reach. Optimum’s service starts at $40 per month, presenting a better value for higher speeds. Its high speed and competitive pricing make it an appealing option for those within its coverage area.

Although satellite providers like Viasat cover 100% of the city, their higher starting price and 150 Mbps max speed make them less attractive compared to AT&T and Optimum’s more affordable and faster services.

Best Internet Providers in El Dorado, AR

Optimum is the best internet provider in El Dorado. It’s the only internet provider in the area offering gigabit speeds, and its fastest download speeds go up to 940 Mbps. On top of fast speeds, Optimum also has wide coverage in the area, with 54 percent availability in El Dorado. If you’re looking for TV and phone services, Optimum offers bundles starting at $65 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
  • AT&T
  • Optimum
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for El Dorado, Arkansas

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Provider Connection Types in El Dorado, AR

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in El Dorado, AR
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
29.2%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
71.22%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
0.89%

Internet Providers in El Dorado, AR

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps IPBB, 5G Internet
Optimum $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
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
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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