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Internet Providers in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin

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Home Internet in Balsam Lake, WI
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Lakeland Communications
    • Northwest
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 28.8%
  • 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: 39.6%
  • 4. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 28.8%
  • Lakeland Communications
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 49.9%
  • Northwest
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 12.6%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Balsam Lake, WI

In Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, Viasat Internet stands out as the top provider. Viasat delivers a satellite connection with full coverage, reaching every resident in the village. With maximum download speeds of 150 Mbps, it's the fastest option available. The starting price is $99.99 per month, which is higher but may be worth it for the extensive coverage and speed. This makes Viasat ideal for remote workers and households with multiple devices.

HughesNet also offers 100% coverage in Balsam Lake through a satellite connection. Though its maximum speed of 100 Mbps falls short of Viasat's, HughesNet starts at a lower price of $49.99 per month. This makes it a great choice for those who need reliable service without breaking the bank.

On the other hand, CenturyLink ranks third with its DSL connection but only covers 20.80% of the village. It offers a maximum download speed of 80 Mbps and starts at $55 per month. Given its limited reach, CenturyLink fits best for residents in specific areas where DSL is accessible, providing a moderate speed at a reasonable price.

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
  • AT&T
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Lakeland Communications
  • Northwest
49.94%

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Provider Connection Types in Balsam Lake, WI

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Balsam Lake, WI
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
27.310000000000002%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
35.199999999999996%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
69.35%

Internet Providers in Balsam Lake, WI

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet Air $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Viasat Internet $79.99/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
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Lakeland Communications $84.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
Northwest Communications $34.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
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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