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Internet Providers in Wading River, New York

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Home Internet in Wading River, NY
  • Provider
    • Optimum
    • Verizon
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Optimum
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 10.2%
    Wading River speed tests confirm high speeds for Optimum
  • 2. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet, Fiber
    Availability: 15%
  • 3. 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: 66.3%
  • 4. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 31.2%
  • 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: 7.5%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Wading River, NY

Hughesnet offers satellite internet and covers 100% of Wading River, New York. It provides reliable internet in remote areas with download speeds up to 100 Mbps, starting at $49.99 per month. This makes Hughesnet a practical option for those prioritizing extensive coverage over ultra-high speed. However, satellite internet can sometimes be less consistent in speed and latency, so consider your usage needs.

Residents in Wading River can also choose Always ON and Optimum. Always ON uses fixed wireless technology to cover 31.20% of the community, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps for $60 per month. It suits users needing moderate internet speeds within its coverage area. Optimum provides cable and fiber connections to 10.20% of Wading River. With download speeds up to 5 Gbps and starting prices at $40 per month, Optimum appeals to those desiring high-speed internet, despite its limited reach.

In Wading River, while Hughesnet ensures complete coverage with satellite internet, Always ON offers a fixed wireless alternative, and Optimum caters to users seeking high-speed options via cable and fiber, depending on availability.

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
  • Verizon
  • 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
  • Optimum
10.23%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Wading River, New York

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Provider Connection Types in Wading River, NY

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Wading River, NY
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
0.06%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
89.75%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
50.01%

Internet Providers in Wading River, NY

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Optimum $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
Verizon $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet, Fiber
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 $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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