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Best Internet Providers in Plano, TX
The leading internet providers in Plano are Spectrum and Frontier. Spectrum is a great choice for cable internet, because the provider consistently ranks as one of the best in customer satisfaction from J.D. Power in the South. With download speeds up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary) and a coverage area that includes 95.9% of Plano, Spectrum provides an enticing internet option. Spectrum’s internet-only plans start at just $50 per month for one year, but you can get the best deal by combining your internet plan with Spectrum TV, Spectrum Mobile, or Spectrum Voice. Spectrum’s bundle packages start at just $30 per month for one year.
Frontier is the leading fiber choice for Plano residents. Frontier covers 75.3% of residents and boasts symmetrical speeds up to 7 Gbps. Customers like that Frontier offers multiple fiber internet plans, several monthly internet promotions, and prices that start at $29.99 per month. Every Frontier Fiber internet plan comes with an Eero Wi-Fi router, which means you can get an optimized and expansive network in your home for no extra cost.
What’s a Good Internet Speed?
Internet Speed | Appropriate For | Providers in your Area offering this Speed | Availability in your Area |
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100 Mbps |
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100% |
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) |
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95.94% |
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Internet Availability in Plano, TX
If you live in Plano, you have several wired internet providers to choose from. Not every provider will be available in your neighborhood, though, since coverage varies. Below is a look at which providers are available in select areas of the city.
If you’re interested in cable internet, Spectrum is available in 95.9% of Plano. It has extensive coverage across the city, with the exception of public areas such as parks and schools. No matter where you live — whether it’s at Parker Road Estates or by Bob Woodruff Park — you’ll be covered by Spectrum.
For faster internet such as fiber, there are a few providers. AT&T Fiber has availability in 17.4% of the city. Its coverage is sparse, but the area around the North Texas Masonic Historical Museum and Library near the city center and the neighborhoods by Archgate Park have coverage. It’s not ideal, but you have alternative options for fiber internet as well.
EarthLink covers of the city, while Frontier covers 75.3%. The latter has a stronger fiber footprint in Plano, covering areas such as Williams Field and the downtown area. Frontier has some patches of unavailability, though, especially southeast of the city center.
Internet Provider Store Locations in Plano, TX
Provider Connection Types in Plano, TX
Connection Type | About this Connection Type | Availability in Plano, TX |
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Satellite |
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100% |
DSL |
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2.48% |
Cable |
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96.31% |
Fiber |
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89.35% |
List of Internet Providers in Plano, TX
Internet Providers in Plano, TX
Provider | Plans Starting At | Speeds Up To | Connections | |
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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, Fiber | |
Frontier | $29.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 200 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Real-world speeds are impacted by multiple factors and average speeds may be lower than advertised speeds. | DSL, Fiber | |
Viasat Internet | $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Satellite | |
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet | $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 415 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 | 225 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fixed Wireless | |
Starlink | $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Satellite | |
Verizon | $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | 5G Internet |
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