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Internet Providers in South Boston, Virginia

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Home Internet in South Boston, VA
  • Provider
    • Xfinity
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • Brightspeed
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • UScellular
    • Open Broadband
    • Starlink
    • Seiontec Systems
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    1.2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 74.3%
    South Boston speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. 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: 49.8%
  • 4. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 12.3%
  • 5. Brightspeed
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 49.8%
  • 8. UScellular
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 62.8%
  • 9. Open Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 92.8%
  • 10. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Seiontec Systems
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 87.2%

Best Internet Providers in South Boston, VA

Xfinity ranks as the top internet provider in South Boston, Virginia. With a cable connection delivering download speeds up to 1.2 Gbps, it offers fast and reliable service perfect for gamers and high-definition streamers. Priced at $30 per month, it provides great value for its high speeds. However, its coverage is limited to 74.30% of the town, leaving some areas underserved.

Brightspeed and Viasat Internet present strong alternatives. Brightspeed's DSL connection offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and covers 90% of the town. Even though the speeds are lower and it starts at $50 per month, its wider coverage is significant where cable isn't an option. Viasat, using satellite, covers 100% of South Boston. It delivers speeds up to 150 Mbps at a starting price of $149.99 per month. While pricier, Viasat's broad reach ensures connectivity in even the most remote areas.

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
  • UScellular
  • Open Broadband
92.77%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Brightspeed
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
74.33%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for South Boston, Virginia

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Provider Connection Types in South Boston, VA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in South Boston, VA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
21.45%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
74.74%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
0.64%

Internet Providers in South Boston, VA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1.2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $129.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 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
Brightspeed $29/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
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
UScellular $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Open Broadband $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 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

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