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Internet Providers in Wallingford, Connecticut

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Home Internet in Wallingford, CT
  • Provider
    • Xfinity
    • EarthLink
    • Frontier
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 99.6%
    Wallingford speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 2. EarthLink
    Download Speeds:
    500 Mbps - 2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 60.6%
  • 3. Frontier
    Download Speeds:
    200 Mbps - 5 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Real-world speeds are impacted by multiple factors and average speeds may be lower than advertised speeds.
    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 67.8%
    Wallingford speed tests confirm high speeds for Frontier
  • 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: 53.3%
  • 6. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 19.2%
  • 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: 53.3%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Home Internet Summary in Wallingford, CT

In Wallingford, Connecticut, Xfinity dominates internet service with its cable connection, covering a vast 99.60% of the town. This extensive reach ensures nearly all residents have access to its high-speed internet, offering speeds up to 2 Gbps. At $30 per month, Xfinity provides an affordable option without compromising performance, ideal for streaming, gaming, and video conferencing.

EarthLink Fiber ranks second, covering 60.60% of Wallingford. Despite its narrower reach compared to Xfinity, EarthLink boasts a superior fiber connection with download speeds up to 5 Gbps. This makes it perfect for households with high data needs and small businesses requiring fast, reliable internet. Priced at $59.95 per month, EarthLink delivers excellent value for those who prioritize speed. Fiber internet availability of 100% in Wallingford suggests EarthLink could expand, boosting the town's connectivity even further.

Best Internet Providers in Wallingford, CT

The leading internet providers in Wallingford are Xfinity and Frontier. Xfinity is the better option of the two because its cable download speeds reach up to 2 Gbps and cover an impressive 99.6 percent of the area. Xfinity also offers TV and phone bundles starting at $55 per month.

Frontier is another leading option in Wallingford. It operates on a DSL and fiber network, with the latter having extensive availability across Wallingford. Its speeds vary by location, but if you choose its fiber plans, which start at $29.99 per month, you’ll get to experience symmetrical speeds.

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
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
  • EarthLink
  • Frontier
99.56%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Wallingford, Connecticut

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Provider Connection Types in Wallingford, CT

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Wallingford, CT
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
33.43%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
99.53%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
59.9%

Internet Providers in Wallingford, CT

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
EarthLink Fiber $59.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Frontier $29.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Real-world speeds are impacted by multiple factors and average speeds may be lower than advertised speeds. DSL, Fiber
Viasat Internet $99.99/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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