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Internet Providers in Providence, North Carolina

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Home Internet in Providence, NC

  • 1. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    1.2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 65.7%
    Providence speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 49.1%
  • 4. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. Brightspeed
    Speeds Up To
    60 Mbps
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    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 49.1%
  • 7. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 16%
  • 8. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 18.1%
  • Seiontec Systems
    Speeds Up To
    200 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 77.7%

Best Internet Providers in Providence, NC

In Providence, North Carolina, Xfinity delivers cable internet with top speeds of 1.2 Gbps. This makes it great for streaming, gaming, and remote work. Prices start at $30 per month. However, Xfinity only covers 65.70% of Providence, which may leave some residents without access.

Brightspeed offers a DSL connection with speeds up to 60 Mbps. Though slower, its 96% coverage makes it more accessible. Plans start at $50 per month, which might seem less competitive compared to Xfinity's lower prices and higher speeds.

Viasat Internet covers all of Providence with satellite internet, reaching speeds up to 150 Mbps. However, the high starting price of $149.99 per month makes it a pricier option. Residents in Providence have varied tech options, including substantial DSL, fiber, fixed wireless, and satellite coverage. Each option offers a different balance of affordability, speed, and 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
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
  • Seiontec Systems
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
  • Spectrum
65.69%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Providence, NC

Provider Connection Types in Providence, NC

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Providence, NC
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
10.879999999999999%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
61%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
0.08%

List of Internet Providers in Providence, NC

Provider Type Top Speed
Xfinity Cable 1.2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
T-Mobile 5G Internet 415 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Brightspeed DSL 60 Mbps
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps
Spectrum Fiber 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps
Seiontec Systems Fixed Wireless 200 Mbps

Internet Providers in Providence, NC

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1.2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $149.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 415 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
Brightspeed $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 60 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 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
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Seiontec Systems $95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 200 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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