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Internet Providers in Piscataway, New Jersey

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Home Internet in Piscataway, NJ
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Optimum
    • Verizon
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • 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: 27.1%
  • 2. Optimum
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 15.5%
    Piscataway speed tests confirm high speeds for Optimum
  • 3. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
    Availability: 25.8%
    Piscataway speed tests confirm high speeds for Verizon
  • Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 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: 36.5%
  • 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: 27.1%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Home Internet Summary in Piscataway, NJ

Optimum provides the best internet service for Piscataway, New Jersey residents within its coverage area. Offering both cable and fiber connections, Optimum reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps at a starting price of $40 per month. Though it covers just 15.50% of the township, its high speeds and cost-effective plans make it a top choice for gamers and households with multiple users.

For those without access to Optimum, Viasat Internet and HughesNet are reliable alternatives, covering 100% of Piscataway. Viasat offers a satellite connection with speeds up to 150 Mbps, starting at $199.99 per month. HughesNet, also utilizing satellite technology, provides up to 100 Mbps at a more affordable $49.99 per month. Both ensure comprehensive coverage regardless of residents' locations, with Viasat delivering higher speeds and HughesNet offering budget-friendly plans.

Residents of Piscataway benefit from robust satellite coverage and notable cable and fiber options, with Optimum as the preferred choice where available.

Best Internet Providers in Piscataway, NJ

The two best internet service providers in Piscataway, New Jersey, are Optimum and Verizon Fios. Optimum has better coverage than Verizon Fios, as it reaches percent of Piscataway. Offering both cable and fiber options, Optimum boasts download speeds up to 5 Gbps.

If Optimum isn’t available in your area, you should consider Verizon Fios for its fiber-optic network. With speeds up to 2 Gbps, Verizon Fios has enough speed for most homes to enjoy streaming, gaming, and everything in between without lag. Starting at $34.99 per month, Verizon Fios is an affordable provider with multiple bundling options.

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
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Optimum
  • Verizon
25.85%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Piscataway, New Jersey

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 Piscataway, NJ

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Piscataway, NJ
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
4.15%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
97.17%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
74.58%

Internet Providers in Piscataway, NJ

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
Optimum $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
Verizon $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
Viasat Internet $129.99/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
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 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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