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Internet Providers in Gainesville, Virginia

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Home Internet in Gainesville, VA

  • 1. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 95.5%
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 80.6%
  • 5. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet, Fiber
    Availability: 80.5%
  • 7. Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 69.1%

Best Internet Providers in Gainesville, VA

Xfinity holds the crown as Gainesville, Virginia's top internet service provider (ISP), offering a cable connection with an impressive 96% coverage. Residents can expect Xfinity's powerful network to provide steady internet service at speeds up to 1.2 Gbps - ample for even the most demanding users. With pricing as low as $35 per month, Xfinity presents a high-value option considering its speed and coverage.

Verizon is another key player, delivering 5G internet and fiber connections with 37% coverage. While Verizon's coverage may not rival Xfinity, its speeds peak at a solid 940 Mbps. It also stays competitive with a starting monthly rate of $49.99.

T-Mobile 5G Home Internet, on the other hand, serves 69% of Gainesville. It impresses with its cutting-edge 5G internet technology, offering speeds between 33 and 245 Mbps. Though its coverage and speeds may vary, T-Mobile's plans start at $50 per month.

All three ISP giants have engaged with newer technologies to provide high-speed service, creating a dynamic and competitive environment for Gainesville's internet users.

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
69.08999999999999%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • HughesNet
  • EarthLink
  • Starlink
  • Verizon
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
95.50999999999999%

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Provider Connection Types in Gainesville, VA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Gainesville, VA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
0.01%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
95.88%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
36.76%

List of Internet Providers in Gainesville, VA

Provider Type Top Speed
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber 940 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet, Fiber 940 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Gainesville, VA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $119.99/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
EarthLink Fiber $54.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Verizon $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet, Fiber
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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