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Internet Providers in
New Bedford, MA

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Home Internet in New Bedford, MA
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Xfinity
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • EarthLink
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 26.6%
  • 2. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 99.9%
    New Bedford speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 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: 18.7%
  • Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet, DSL
    Availability: 25.1%
  • EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 14.2%
  • Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 26.6%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Home Internet Summary in New Bedford, MA

Xfinity dominates New Bedford, Massachusetts, with its cable internet covering 99.90% of the city. With download speeds up to 2 Gbps, it supports high-bandwidth activities like streaming and gaming. Starting at $30 per month, Xfinity offers a reliable and cost-effective choice for residents.

Viasat Internet, though offering 100% coverage with its satellite connections, delivers a maximum speed of 150 Mbps at a higher starting price of $119.99 per month. Despite its wide coverage, Viasat's speeds and cost don't match Xfinity's convenience.

EarthLink's 5G Home Internet, with its modern 5G technology, covers just 14.20% of New Bedford. It offers speeds up to 100 Mbps, starting at $39.95 per month. While innovative, its limited availability and moderate speeds might not suit all users.

In New Bedford, Xfinity stands out for its speed, coverage, and value, followed by Viasat's full but slower coverage and EarthLink's niche 5G offering.

Best Internet Providers in New Bedford, MA

The best internet provider in New Bedford is Xfinity. Its cable internet speeds can reach up to [ISP_FastestDownloadSpeed provider=”Xfinity Cable”], and it’s available in [ISP_Availability provider=”Xfinity Cable”] percent of the city. Xfinity offers internet-only plans with fast speeds and accessibility. If you’re in the market for phone and TV service, Xfinity also offers several bundles.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
99.87%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for New Bedford, Massachusetts

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

Provider Connection Types in New Bedford, MA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in New Bedford, MA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
7.53%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
99.88%

Internet Providers in New Bedford, MA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet Air $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 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
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
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Starlink $80/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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