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Internet Providers in Plainfield, New Jersey

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Home Internet in Plainfield, NJ

  • 1. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
    Availability: 89.4%
    Plainfield speed tests confirm high speeds for Verizon
  • 2. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 99.9%
    Plainfield speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. 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: 11.9%

Best Internet Providers in Plainfield, NJ

Xfinity ranks first among internet service providers in Plainfield, New Jersey, thanks to its cable connection and full-blown coverage of 100%. Residents can enjoy a maximum download speed of 2 Gbps, among the fastest available, for a starting price of just $35 per month.

Below Xfinity, Verizon ranks second in prominence. Verizon compensates for its slightly lesser coverage of 66% with a diverse mix of connection mediums, including fiber, DSL, and superior 5G internet. Its maximum download speed hits a commendable 940 Mbps, ensuring a rapid internet experience. Verizon's plans start at $40 per month offering a balance of high-speed internet, diverse connection options, and reasonable pricing.

Ultimately, both Xfinity and Verizon shape the internet landscape in Plainfield, providing consumers with a blend of comprehensive coverage, speed, and pricing options.

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
11.86%
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
  • Verizon
  • Xfinity
99.89%

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Provider Connection Types in Plainfield, NJ

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Plainfield, NJ
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
3.93%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
99.81%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
65.8%

List of Internet Providers in Plainfield, NJ

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

Internet Providers in Plainfield, NJ

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Verizon $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, DSL, 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 $199.99/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
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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