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Internet Providers in
Thompson, IA

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Home Internet in Thompson, IA
  • Provider
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Mint Mobile
    • XNET WiFi
    • Winnebago Cooperative Telecom Association
    • GigFire
    • UScellular
    • Starlink
    • Hughesnet
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 2. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    87 - 415 Mbps
    Rely, All-In, and Amplified Internet plans can experience fast 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. T-Mobile Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks. See https://t-mobile.com/OpenInternet for additional details.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 87.8%
  • 3. Mint Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 84.8%
    LIMITED TIME OFFER
    Introducing 5G Home MINTernet powered by T-Mobile starting at $30/month
  • XNET WiFi
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 5.5%
  • 5. Winnebago Cooperative Telecom Association
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 99.1%
  • GigFire
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 10.1%
  • UScellular
    Speeds Up To
    10 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 10.1%
  • 8. Starlink
    Speeds Up To
    350 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 9. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Thompson, IA

Viasat and HughesNet top the list of internet providers in Thompson, Iowa. Viasat offers 100% city coverage with a satellite connection, delivering up to 150 Mbps. However, its plans start at $99.99 per month, making it a pricier option. Residents who need consistent, high-speed internet might find Viasat worth the investment. HughesNet also covers all of Thompson with its satellite connection but offers a lower maximum download speed of 100 Mbps. Starting at $49.99 per month, it presents a more budget-friendly option. Although its speed is less than Viasat's, HughesNet's affordability appeals to cost-conscious residents. With comprehensive satellite coverage, both providers address the needs of areas without cable or fiber connectivity in Thompson.

Viasat and HughesNet top the list of internet providers in Thompson, Iowa. Viasat offers 100% city coverage with a satellite connection, delivering up to 150 Mbps. However, its plans start at $99.99 per month, making it a pricier option. Residents who need consistent, high-speed internet might find Viasat worth the investment.

HughesNet also covers all of Thompson with its satellite connection but offers a lower maximum download speed of 100 Mbps. Starting at $49.99 per month, it presents a more budget-friendly option. Although its speed is less than Viasat's, HughesNet's affordability appeals to cost-conscious residents. With comprehensive satellite coverage, both providers address the needs of areas without cable or fiber connectivity in Thompson.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • UScellular
10.13%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Mint Mobile
  • GigFire
  • Starlink
  • Hughesnet
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • XNET WiFi
  • Winnebago Cooperative Telecom Association
99.08%

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Provider Connection Types in Thompson, IA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Thompson, IA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
0.87%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
98.61%

Internet Providers in Thompson, IA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Viasat Internet $69.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Mint Mobile $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 415 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
XNET WiFi $65/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Winnebago Cooperative Telecom Association $45/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
GigFire $70/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
UScellular $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 10 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Starlink $49/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 350 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Hughesnet $39.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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