Cable Internet Service Providers

Cable internet, utilizing coaxial cables, is a widely available option that combines good speeds with extensive coverage. It is available to over 300 million people, covering nearly 90% of the U.S. population, and is provided by 518 companies. This makes cable a highly accessible choice for many households.

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With more than 2,100 active internet service providers across the United States, choosing the right one can be overwhelming. Start by entering your zip code or city above, or visit our internet providers by address page to find the best options tailored to your exact location.

Largest Cable Internet Service Providers

These are the largest fiber internet service providers in the United States, ranked by the population they service. Click on each provider to view their availability.

Rank	ISP	Population Covered	Max Speed	Rating	Availability
1.		123,624,612	2,000 Mbps	3.29	Availability
2.		110,380,262	1,000 Mbps	3.24	Availability
3.		23,023,408	2,000 Mbps	3.15	Availability
4.		21,258,637	940 Mbps	2.97	Availability
5.		11,422,076	1,500 Mbps	3.40	Availability
6.		7,599,811	1,000 Mbps	3.00	Availability
7.		5,408,307	1,000 Mbps	3.42	Availability
8.		4,789,751	1,200 Mbps	3.00	Availability
9.		3,746,442	1000 Mbps	2.87	Availability
10.		2,227,060	600 Mbps	N/A	Availability
11.		1,514,936	1000 Mbps	3.75	Availability
12.		1,243,177	1,000 Mbps	3.40	Availability
13.		954,323	1,000 Mbps	3.50	Availability
14.		850,398	1,000 Mbps	2.60	Availability
15.		815,579	2,000 Mbps	3.07	Availability
16.		783,751	1,000 Mbps	2.67	Availability
17.		682,628	1,000 Mbps	1.33	Availability
18.		567,158	2,000 Mbps	3.46	Availability
19.		539,036	2,500 Mbps	2.67	Availability
20.		424,166	2,000 Mbps	N/A	Availability
21.		410,988	2,000 Mbps	3.33	Availability
22.		383,182	1,000 Mbps	3.00	Availability
23.		324,285	1,000 Mbps	2.20	Availability
24.		297,383	1,000 Mbps	3.75	Availability
25.		286,700	1,000 Mbps	3.00	Availability

While our database includes every provider in the United States, displaying them all in a giant table isn't practical. Instead, we've highlighted the top 25 providers. For more detailed research, we encourage you to search by your city or address.

Fastest Cable Internet Service Providers

These are the fastest cable internet service providers in the US that service 50,000 customers or more. Compare their maximum available speeds, the speed weighted by customer access, and our customer speed ratings.

Rank	ISP	Max Download Speed	Weighted Max Download Speed	Speed Rating	Availability
1.		3,000 Mbps	3,000 Mbps	N/A	Availability
2.		2,500 Mbps	2,434 Mbps	3.43	Availability
3.		2,000 Mbps	2,000 Mbps	3.46	Availability
4.		2,000 Mbps	2,000 Mbps	N/A	Availability
5.		2,000 Mbps	2,000 Mbps	4.33	Availability
6.		2,000 Mbps	1,574 Mbps	3.75	Availability
7.		2,000 Mbps	1,532 Mbps	3.85	Availability
8.		1,500 Mbps	1,478 Mbps	3.57	Availability
9.		1,300 Mbps	1,300 Mbps	4.17	Availability
10.		1,200 Mbps	1,195 Mbps	3.55	Availability
11.		2,000 Mbps	1,190 Mbps	3.92	Availability
12.		2,000 Mbps	1,114 Mbps	3.47	Availability
13.		1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps	3.61	Availability
14.		1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps	3.61	Availability
15.		1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps	3.85	Availability
16.		1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps	3.36	Availability
17.		1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps	3.36	Availability
18.		1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps	3.00	Availability
19.		1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps	4.22	Availability
20.		1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps	3.38	Availability
21.		1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps	N/A	Availability
22.		1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps	4.00	Availability
23.		1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps	N/A	Availability
24.		1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps	N/A	Availability
25.		1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps	4.5	Availability

We excluded smaller providers from this list because most people aren’t interested in the fastest provider if the service isn’t widely available. For detailed results, please search by your city or address above. Interested to see how your current connection speed compares? Use our internet speed test tool to find out.

Cable Internet Speed and Performance

Cable internet offers solid performance with a weighted maximum download speed of 1,281 Mbps and a weighted maximum upload speed of 117 Mbps. While the maximum download speed can reach up to 3,000 Mbps, upload speeds typically top out at 2,000 Mbps. This makes cable internet suitable for a wide range of online activities, from streaming to gaming.

Cable Internet Reliability

The technology is reliable in terms of latency, with 89.8% of service blocks maintaining low latency under 100 milliseconds. Cable is the fastest available option for 163.4 million people, which is 54.3% of its coverage area.

Cable Internet Customer Satisfaction

Customer experiences with cable internet are generally positive, with an average rating of 3.35 out of 5 across 90 reviewed providers. This rating reflects the balance of speed, reliability, and widespread availability that cable internet offers.