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Internet Providers in
Erie, PA

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Home Internet in Erie, PA
  • Provider
    • Spectrum
    • AT&T
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • EarthLink
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • VNET Fiber
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 94.8%
  • 2. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 18.4%
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. 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: 47.9%
  • 5. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet, DSL
    Availability: 34.2%
  • 6. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 38.7%
  • 7. 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: 18.4%
  • VNET Fiber
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 12.1%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Home Internet Summary in Erie, PA

Spectrum dominates the internet landscape in Erie, Pennsylvania, with a 94.80% coverage through cable connections. It delivers impressive speeds of up to 1 Gbps. Starting at $49.99 per month, Spectrum offers high-speed internet that most Erie residents can access.

HughesNet delivers 100% coverage in Erie via satellite. Though its maximum download speeds reach only 100 Mbps, HughesNet's complete availability ensures connectivity even in remote areas. Plans start at $49.99 per month, making it a reliable choice for residents where other connections may fall short.

Best Internet Providers in Erie, PA

The top internet providers in Erie are Spectrum, VNet Fiber, and T-Mobile 5G Home Internet. Spectrum is a cable provider that offers speeds up to [ISP_FastestDownloadSpeed provider=”Spectrum”] (wireless speeds may vary). With [ISP_Availability provider=”Spectrum”] percent availability, Spectrum is the most accessible provider in Erie. Spectrum’s plans begin at just [ISP_PromRateLowestInternet provider=”Spectrum”] per month for 12 months. You can also bundle your Spectrum plan with TV and phone services for additional value.

VNet Fiber has limited availability in Erie, but it is the only fiber internet option in the region. Fiber internet allows for symmetrical upload and download speed, which is all the more impressive with VNet’s advertised speeds up to 1 Gbps.

Finally, there is T-Mobile 5G Home Internet. It’s not a traditional ISP, but it’s worth mentioning for its wide availability and ease of installation. Certain infrastructure is required with both cable and fiber internet, but 5G home internet doesn’t require wires. T-Mobile 5G Home Internet reaches download speeds between 33 and 182 Mbps, and it costs just $50 per month (with AutoPay).

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
  • AT&T
  • Viasat
  • 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
  • Spectrum
  • VNET Fiber
94.83%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Erie, Pennsylvania

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

Provider Connection Types in Erie, PA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Erie, PA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
20.66%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
95.41%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
5.43%

Internet Providers in Erie, PA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Spectrum $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
AT&T Internet Air $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Verizon $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet, DSL
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 $80/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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