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Internet Providers in Athol, Massachusetts

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Home Internet in Athol, MA

  • 1. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 78.8%
  • 2. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 16.6%
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 20%
  • Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet, DSL
    Availability: 26%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 20%

Best Internet Providers in Athol, MA

For residents of Athol, Massachusetts, Spectrum stands out as the top internet service option if available. It offers cable connections with download speeds up to 1 Gbps and starts at $49.99 per month. Although Spectrum covers 78.80% of the area, those within reach benefit from high-speed internet and fair pricing.

Those outside Spectrum's coverage can turn to Viasat Internet or EarthLink 5G Home Internet. Viasat covers 100% of Athol with its satellite connection, offering speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $119.99 per month. While Viasat's service is generally slower and pricier than Spectrum, its full coverage guarantees access for all residents. EarthLink provides a 5G connection with speeds up to 100 Mbps for $39.95 per month but covers only 20% of the area.

In summary, Spectrum and Viasat offer the most extensive coverage in Athol. EarthLink, though less widespread, presents a more budget-friendly option.

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
  • Always ON
19.950000000000003%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Spectrum
  • Xfinity
78.84%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Athol, MA

Provider Connection Types in Athol, MA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Athol, MA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
14.08%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
96.3%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
0.21%

List of Internet Providers in Athol, MA

Provider Type Top Speed
Spectrum Cable, Fiber 1 Gbps
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet, DSL 50 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Athol, MA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Spectrum $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $119.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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
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
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Always ON $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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