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Internet Providers in Plano, Texas

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Home Internet in Plano, TX

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
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    Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 17.4%
    Plano speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
  • 2. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    * See **
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 95.9%
    Plano speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum
  • 3. Frontier
    Download Speeds:
    200 Mbps - 5 Gbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 75.3%
    Plano speed tests confirm high speeds for Frontier
  • 4. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 40.3%
  • Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 56.2%

Best Internet Providers in Plano, TX

The leading internet providers in Plano are Spectrum and Frontier. Spectrum is a great choice for cable internet as the provider consistently ranks as one of the best in customer satisfaction in the South, according to J.D. Power. With download speeds up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary) and a coverage area that includes 95.9 percent of Plano, it’s a great option, especially if you bundle it with TV and phone services.

Frontier is the leading fiber choice for Plano residents. Frontier covers 75.3 percent of residents and boasts varying download speeds that are on par with other fiber internet providers.

Residents of Plano who want to consider options besides traditional wired internet providers can turn to T-Mobile 5G Home Internet. This option uses 5G wireless technology to connect customers to the web without relying on cables. Customers can expect download speeds between 33 and 182 Mbps for a flat rate of $50 per month (price includes an AutoPay discount).

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
  • Always ON
56.19%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Frontier
  • Viasat
  • HughesNet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Spectrum
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
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
2.48%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
96.31%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
89.35%

List of Internet Providers in Plano, TX

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet 5 Gbps
Spectrum Cable, Fiber 1 Gbps
Frontier DSL, Fiber 200 Mbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Plano, 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 $50/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
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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
Always ON $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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