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Internet Providers in Brownsville, Texas

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Home Internet in Brownsville, TX
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Spectrum
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • VTX
    • Starlink
    • Ts Network
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
    Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps.
    Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 59.8%
    Brownsville speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
  • 2. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 94.2%
  • 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: 37.4%
  • 5. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 29.6%
  • 6. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 30.3%
  • 7. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 8. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 25.7%
  • 9. VTX
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber, Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 66.8%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Ts Network
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 36.2%

Home Internet Summary in Brownsville, TX

Spectrum ranks as the leading internet provider in Brownsville, Texas. With a cable connection delivering speeds up to 1 Gbps, Spectrum covers 94.20% of the city, offering solid and reliable service to most residents. Pricing starts at $49.99 per month, making it a compelling choice for those wanting high speed and cost-effectiveness. Spectrum meets the needs of both casual and heavy internet users across Brownsville.

AT&T Internet and Viasat Internet also present worthy alternatives. AT&T Internet provides speeds up to 100 Mbps via an IPBB connection, covering 59.80% of the city. Starting at $60 per month, it offers a solid option despite more limited coverage and speed compared to Spectrum. Viasat Internet, on the other hand, covers 100% of Brownsville with its satellite connection, offering speeds of up to 150 Mbps. Though Viasat’s starting price is higher at $99.99 per month, it is ideal for areas where wired connections might falter, ensuring everyone has access to the internet.

Best Internet Providers in Brownsville, TX

The best internet providers in Brownsville are Spectrum, AT&T Fiber, and VTX. For the best provider experience, Spectrum is the top choice, thanks to its cable download speeds up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary) that can support multiple devices simultaneously. In addition, Spectrum provides wide coverage across the Brownsville area, with 94.2 percent availability to its residents.

AT&T Fiber is the next-best option in Brownsville because of its wide availability and symmetrical download and upload speeds up to 5 Gbps on a fiber connection. AT&T Fiber plans have competitive prices, with the cheapest plan starting at just $55 per month.

Also worth noting is VTX, a small but mighty internet provider in Brownsville. VTX’s fiber internet network can achieve gigabit speeds, but it offers limited availability across Brownsville. If you’re within its coverage area, it’s worth your consideration.

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
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Spectrum
  • VTX
94.22%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Brownsville, Texas

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 Brownsville, TX

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Brownsville, TX
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
33.95%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
94.53%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
7.75%

Internet Providers in Brownsville, TX

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
Spectrum $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $79.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 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
VTX Communications $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, Fixed Wireless
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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