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Internet Providers in Ames, Texas

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Home Internet in Ames, TX

  • 1. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    1.2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 88.2%
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    10 Mbps
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    Connection: IPBB, 5G Internet
    Availability: 49.1%
  • 5. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Ames, TX

Xfinity is Ames, Texas' leading internet service provider, with an impressive 88% cable connection coverage. Offering maximum download speeds of 1.2 Gbps, their services starting at $35 per month are ideal for remote workers, digital enthusiasts, and large families with multiple devices.

In second place is AT&T Internet, covering around 49% of Ames with IPBB and fixed wireless technology. Although their maximum download speed of 10 Mbps is significantly lower than Xfinity, and their plans start at a higher $55 per month, they are a viable alternative for those outside Xfinity's expansive coverage.

With 51% and 46% coverage by cable and fixed wireless respectively, residents of Ames have a couple of impressive options when deciding on a dependable internet connection.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • HughesNet
  • AT&T
100%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
88.2%

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Provider Connection Types in Ames, TX

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Ames, TX
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%

List of Internet Providers in Ames, TX

Provider Type Top Speed
Xfinity Cable 1.2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 100 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 25 Mbps
AT&T IPBB, 5G Internet 10 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

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