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1. Viasat 
Speeds Up To12 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
2. T-Mobile 
Download Speeds:133 - 415 MbpsAll-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 InternetAvailability: 79.6% -
3. Verizon 
Speeds Up To50 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 38.9% -
4. Hughesnet 
Speeds Up To100 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 99.7% -
5. XNET WiFi 
Download Speeds:25 - 150 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: Fixed WirelessAvailability: 79.6% -
6. United Wireless 
Speeds Up To1 GbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: Fixed Wireless, FiberAvailability: 100% -
7. IdeaTek 
Speeds Up To1 GbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: Fiber, Fixed WirelessAvailability: 92% -
Starlink 
Download Speeds:50 - 220 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100%
Internet Providers in Plains, Kansas
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In Plains, Kansas, Viasat Internet holds the top spot among providers. Offering satellite connections with 100% city coverage, Viasat ensures every resident can use its services. With download speeds up to 12 Mbps and a starting price of $69.99 per month, it is a common choice. However, its speed may not satisfy heavy internet users. In a city lacking DSL and fiber, Viasat's universal access stands out, albeit at a higher cost.
Hughesnet, also a satellite provider, ranks second with 99.70% coverage. Hughesnet delivers faster download speeds of up to 100 Mbps at a lower starting price of $49.99 per month. This offers better speed and value compared to Viasat.
Always ON, third in rank, provides fixed wireless connections but only covers 11.90% of the city. Offering download speeds of 25 Mbps and a starting price of $60 per month, it strikes a balance in speed but lags in coverage compared to satellite options.
In Plains, with 100% satellite and 99% fixed wireless coverage, residents have several options. They must balance trade-offs between speed, price, and availability.
What’s a Good Internet Speed?
| Internet Speed | Appropriate For | Providers in your Area offering this Speed | Availability in your Area |
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| 25 Mbps |
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100% |
| 100 Mbps |
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100% |
| 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) |
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100% |
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Provider Connection Types in Plains, KS
| Connection Type | About this Connection Type | Availability in Plains, KS |
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| Satellite |
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100% |
| Fiber |
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70.78% |
Internet Providers in Plains, KS
| Provider | Plans Starting At | Speeds Up To | Connections | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viasat Internet | $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 12 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 | |
| United Wireless | $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fixed Wireless, Fiber | |
| IdeaTek | $45/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fiber, 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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