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Internet Providers in Ashfield, Massachusetts

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Home Internet in Ashfield, MA

  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet, DSL
    Availability: 8.8%
  • 4. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 8.3%
  • Whip City Fiber
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 90.6%
  • Hilltown Networks
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 13.2%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Ashfield, MA

Viasat Internet dominates as the primary provider in Ashfield, Massachusetts. It offers satellite internet with speeds up to 150 Mbps and covers 100% of the town. Starting at $119.99 per month, Viasat's universal coverage ensures all residents can access the internet, making it essential in rural or remote areas where other services may be unavailable.

HughesNet, the second top provider, also delivers satellite internet with full town coverage. It offers speeds up to 100 Mbps at a more affordable starting price of $49.99 per month. Despite slower speeds than Viasat, HughesNet's wide coverage and lower cost present a strong alternative.

Verizon ranks third, providing 5G and DSL internet connections but only covering 8.80% of Ashfield. Verizon offers speeds up to 50 Mbps, with prices starting at $40 monthly. Limited coverage makes Verizon less viable compared to the satellite options.

Overall, Ashfield relies heavily on satellite connections, as DSL, cable, and fiber have minimal to no presence. This reliance underscores the critical role of providers who ensure full coverage.

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
  • Hilltown Networks
13.22%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • Hughesnet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Whip City Fiber
90.55%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Ashfield, MA

Provider Connection Types in Ashfield, MA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Ashfield, MA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
5.82%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
1.52%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
89.62%

List of Internet Providers in Ashfield, MA

Provider Type Top Speed
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet, DSL 50 Mbps
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 50 Mbps
Whip City Fiber Fiber 1 Gbps
Hilltown Networks Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Ashfield, MA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Viasat Internet $119.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Verizon $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet, DSL
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Whip City Fiber $69.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Hilltown Networks $59/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 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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