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Internet Providers in East Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Home Internet in East Cambridge, MA
  • Provider
    • Verizon
    • Xfinity
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Hughesnet
    • XO
    • RCN
    • Starry Internet
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber, DSL
    Availability: 51.6%
  • 2. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    1.2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 96.4%
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 96.8%
  • 4. 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: 96.8%
  • 5. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 96.8%
  • 6. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 96.8%
  • 7. XO
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 36.7%
  • 8. RCN
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 26.1%
  • netBlazr
    Speeds Up To
    10 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 11.3%
  • Starry Internet
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless, Fiber
    Availability: 67.6%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in East Cambridge, MA

Xfinity dominates East Cambridge, Massachusetts, with a 96.40% coverage of the neighborhood. This cable connection offers a maximum download speed of 1.2 Gbps, making it a solid choice for households with multiple users, streamers, and gamers. Plans start at $30 per month, balancing performance and affordability.

Verizon ranks second, providing both fiber and DSL connections. Its fiber option delivers a maximum download speed of 940 Mbps, slightly below Xfinity's top speed. Plans begin at $40 per month, making it a good value for robust service. However, Verizon only covers 51.60% of the neighborhood, which limits its accessibility.

East Cambridge benefits from comprehensive tech coverage, boasting 100% fiber and satellite availability. Residents have access to high-quality internet services, ensuring reliable connectivity across the neighborhood.

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
  • Hughesnet
  • netBlazr
96.8%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Verizon
  • T-Mobile
  • XNET WiFi
  • XO
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
  • RCN
  • Starry Internet
96.39999999999999%

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Provider Connection Types in East Cambridge, MA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in East Cambridge, MA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%

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