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Internet Providers in Sterling, North Dakota

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Home Internet in Sterling, ND

  • 1. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 99.4%
  • 2. BEK Communications
    Speeds Up To
    2.5 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Sterling, ND

Sterling, North Dakota, is primarily served by two internet providers, Hughesnet and Starlink, both offering full coverage via satellite connections. Hughesnet is the top provider, with a maximum download speed of 25 Mbps and plans starting at $49.99 monthly. It's an attractive option for those seeking a reasonable blend of cost-effectiveness and quality.

Starlink matches Hughesnet in coverage but surpasses it in speed, offering a maximal download speed of 220 Mbps - roughly nine times that of Hughesnet. Although Starlink's plans kick off at nearly double Hughesnet's price - $90 monthly - its high speed will prove valuable to those needing substantial broadband, like video gamers or streaming video buffs.

In Sterling, both Hughesnet and Starlink have undeniable merits. Selecting between the two comes down to individual needs concerning speed and financial constraints.

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
  • HughesNet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • BEK Communications
100%

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Provider Connection Types in Sterling, ND

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Sterling, ND
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
100%

List of Internet Providers in Sterling, ND

Provider Type Top Speed
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
BEK Communications Fiber 2.5 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Sterling, ND

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
BEK Communications Cooperative $96.5/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2.5 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
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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