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Internet Providers in Santa Ana, California

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Home Internet in Santa Ana, CA
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    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
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    • XNET WiFi
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  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
    Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps.
    Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 94.2%
    Santa Ana speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
    (866) 590-1023
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  • 2. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 85.4%
    Santa Ana speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum
    (844) 901-2981
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  • 3. Cox
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 7.8%
    Santa Ana speed tests confirm high speeds for Cox
    (855) 913-4284
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  • 4. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
    (844) 912-2812
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  • 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: 42%
    (844) 918-3658
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  • 6. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 36.5%
    (866) 699-3450
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  • 7. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 54.9%
    (877) 560-5156
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  • 8. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
    (844) 902-3107
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  • 9. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 30.5%
    (855) 758-6392
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  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
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Home Internet Summary in Santa Ana, CA

AT&T Internet ranks first in Santa Ana, California, delivering IPBB, fiber, and 5G connections. It offers a blazing maximum download speed of 5 Gbps and covers 94.20% of the city. Plans start at $55 per month, providing high-speed options for gaming and streaming.

Spectrum stands second with cable internet reaching 85.40% of Santa Ana. It offers a maximum download speed of 1 Gbps and prices starting at $49.99 per month, providing reliable and fast internet.

Verizon ranks third, offering 5G internet and covering 45.80% of the city. Its maximum download speed is 50 Mbps, with plans starting at $50 per month. While Verizon provides a modern wireless solution, its coverage and speed fall short compared to top providers.

In Santa Ana, internet availability is broad with fiber at 94%, cable at 37%, and fixed wireless at 60%, ensuring most residents can find suitable services.

Best Internet Providers in Santa Ana, CA

The best internet providers in Santa Ana are AT&T Fiber and Spectrum. AT&T is the best overall internet provider because it offers speeds up to 5 Gbps through its AT&T Fiber plans. Internet plans start at $55 per month. AT&T has consistently been ranked by J.D. Power as first for customer satisfaction in the West region.

With wider availability in Santa Ana compared to AT&T, Spectrum is the next-best option for area residents. Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary). Spectrum’s plans start at $50 per month for the first 12 months. The provider has also been recognized by J.D. Power for its customer satisfaction on the West Coast.

In addition to cable and fiber internet, many Santa Ana residents can access 5G home Internet service from T-Mobile. T-Mobile 5G Home Internet plans are contract-free and can deliver download speeds between 33 Mbps and 182 Mbps. Plans start at $50 per month (with AutoPay).

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
  • 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
  • AT&T
  • Spectrum
  • Cox
 94.25%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Santa Ana, California

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

Provider Connection Types in Santa Ana, CA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Santa Ana, CA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
 100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
 50.36000000000001%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
 93.66%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
 37.46%

Internet Providers in Santa Ana, CA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
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Spectrum $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
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Cox $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
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Viasat Internet $79.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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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
(866) 699-3450
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
(877) 560-5156
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
(855) 758-6392
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
View Plans

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