Internet Providers in
Akron, OH

Home Internet in Akron, OH

Provider
- Spectrum
- AT&T
- Viasat
- Verizon
- Hughesnet
- XNET WiFi
- FairlawnGig
- Starlink
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#1 Recommended Plan

1. Spectrum

3.4

User Ratings (8,739) *

Speeds Up To
2 Gbps

Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets

Connection: Cable

Availability: 96.5%

Why Spectrum? Spectrum’s plans, with no contracts, no data caps and no hidden fees, make it an affordable option for most homes.

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(844) 901-2981
2. AT&T

3.4

User Ratings (3,206) *

Speeds Up To
5 Gbps

Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7 Gbps.

Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet

Availability: 81.6%

Akron speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet

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(866) 590-1023
3. Viasat

3.1

User Ratings (2,844) *

Speeds Up To
150 Mbps

Not all internet speeds available in all areas.

Connection: Satellite

Availability: 100%

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(844) 912-2812
4. Verizon

Speeds Up To
300 Mbps

Not all internet speeds available in all areas.

Connection: 5G Internet

Availability: 47.2%

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(877) 560-5156
5. Hughesnet

2.8

User Ratings (6,295) *

Speeds Up To
100 Mbps

Not all internet speeds available in all areas.

Connection: Satellite

Availability: 100%

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(844) 902-3107
6. XNET WiFi

Speeds Up To
2 Gbps

Not all internet speeds available in all areas.

Connection: Fixed Wireless

Availability: 59%

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(855) 758-6392
FairlawnGig

Speeds Up To
5 Gbps

Not all internet speeds available in all areas.

Connection: Fiber

Availability: 6.6%

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(330) 668-3300
Starlink

Download Speeds:
25 - 220 Mbps

Not all internet speeds available in all areas.

Connection: Satellite

Availability: 100%

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Best Internet Providers in Akron, OH

In Akron, Ohio, Spectrum dominates as the leading internet provider, offering cable connections with maximum download speeds of 1 Gbps. It reaches 96.50% of the city, with plans starting at $49.99 per month. Spectrum utilizes Akron's 34% cable availability to deliver high-speed internet widely, making it a reliable and economical choice.

AT&T Internet and Verizon also vie for attention. AT&T provides IPBB, fiber, and 5G internet, with speeds up to 5 Gbps and plans starting at $55 per month. It covers 83.10% of Akron, and fiber is available in 97% of the city, boosting its reach. Verizon offers 5G internet with speeds up to 50 Mbps, covering 51.50% of the area. While not as extensive or fast as Spectrum and AT&T, Verizon's $50 per month plans can attract those seeking 5G connectivity within its coverage.

AT&T - Fastest Provider
Spectrum - Cheapest Provider
Viasat - Widely Available
Viasat - Great for Rural Areas
Verizon - Offers 5G Home Internet
AT&T - Great Value

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 Verizon Hughesnet Starlink	100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)	Heavy streaming (4K video multiple devices etc.) Video chat Lag-free gaming Large households	Spectrum AT&T XNET WiFi FairlawnGig	96.48%

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Provider Connection Types in Akron, OH

Connection Type	About this Connection Type	Availability in Akron, OH
Satellite	Available even in very rural areas Typically has high latency (lag)	100%
Cable	Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps Widely available A good choice for most users	97.2%
Fiber	Typically 1 Gbps or faster Upload speeds match download speeds	34.2%