13 Best Internet Providers in 45856, OH
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45856 ISP Report Card | C+ |
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Download Speed for Most Households | 966 Mbps |
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Number of Internet Service Providers | 13 |
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Real 45856 Customer Ratings | 0 |
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
45856 has 13 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the zip. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in 45856.
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45856 has 13 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the zip. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in 45856.
Compare Providers Ranked by Coverage, Speed, and Customer Ratings
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QualStar Communications
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TDS
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Amplex Internet
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Above are the top 4 providers in 45856, OH for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your zip.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local 45856 ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in 45856, OH?
bright.net north is the best internet provider in 45856 based on Ohio customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, bright.net north had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in 45856, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. bright.net north is an option for 90.46% of the zip.
The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in 45856, Ohio, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in 45856
Local, State, and National Ratings for all 45856 Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | 45856 Overall | Ohio Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| bright.net north | (0) |  (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) |  (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) |  (6) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (49) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Amplex Internet | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (178) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| TSC | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| TDS | (0) |  (1) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (11) | View Plans | ||
| HDER Link | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Benton Ridge Telephone | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| QualStar Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 253 reviews from Ohio internet customers, bright.net north is the best internet service provider for 45856 residents. bright.net north was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. TDS wins for second-place in Ohio, with 1.00 out of 5 stars and 8.5% coverage in 45856.
At a national level, based on 3743 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Amplex Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 2.88 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in 45856?
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Internet Availability Key
Speeds and coverage vary within the zip, and sometimes even from block to block. The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available.
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in 45856?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the zip, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by bright.net north. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Amplex Internet should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in 45856
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
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| Amplex Internet | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| Spectrum | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| TSC | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| QualStar Communications | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Benton Ridge Telephone | 400 Mbps | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions (CFS) | 400 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 300 Mbps | ||
| TDS | 100 Mbps | ||
| HDER Link | 100 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 100 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| bright.net north | 25 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 45856
| ISP / Tech Type | 45856 Speed | Ohio Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| bright.net north | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (6) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Amplex Internet | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (178) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (49) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| TSC | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| TDS | (0) | (1) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (11) | View Plans | ||
| HDER Link | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Benton Ridge Telephone | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| QualStar Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by 45856 ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the zip are available through Amplex Internet. The company offers speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in 45856. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 4,497 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers in the zip rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with bright.net north. This indicates bright.net north reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 45856?
Ohio customers rate bright.net north as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
bright.net north received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. TSC is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s 45856 customers with an average price rating of 2.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in 45856, Ohio, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in 45856
| ISP / Tech Type | 45856 Affordability | Ohio Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| bright.net north | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (6) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Amplex Internet | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (49) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (178) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| TSC | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| TDS | (0) | (1) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| HDER Link | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Benton Ridge Telephone | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Community Fiber Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| QualStar Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
45856 Internet Health Assessment
ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the zip and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for 45856 below, including the metrics used and how 45856 compares to the rest of Ohio and nation.
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45856 | Ohio | USA | ||
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in 45856 that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 27.77% | 61.58% | 67.25% | ||
| Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area. | 966 Mbps | 2,747 Mbps | 3,293 Mbps | ||
| Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for 45856. | 7.8 | 7.0 | 6.8 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a zip indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.8 | 2.5 | 2.7 | ||
| Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city. | 5% | 12% | 14% | ||
| Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households. | 95% | 94% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 84% | 89% | 90% | ||
| Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households. | 57% | 75% | 75% | ||
| Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service. | 58% | 76% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
45856 ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in 45856 is C+, which is worse than other zip codes. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in 45856 is high with a score of 44 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in 45856 have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.
The 45856 ISP Report Card evaluates the zip on availability and speed metrics compared to other zip codes in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a zip needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.
84% of 45856 households have an internet connection despite having 99.05% availability. 57% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 20% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 2% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.
As you can see in the table above, while 57% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 58% subscribe to it. A low number of 45856 residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.
For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.
How do Neighboring Zip Codes Compare to 45856?
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 57 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 64 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 22 / 100
How Much Speed does a 45856 Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in 45856 is 2.8, which is larger than the Ohio average of 2.5 and larger than the national average of 2.7. 45856's average household income is $79,524 which is higher than the Ohio average of $80,507 and higher than the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate more devices being used more often.
45856 also has 15% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Ohio average of 15%. Additionally, 5% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 12% of residents in Ohio who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of 45856 has an average need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, 45856 households are more technology-engaged. 95% of households have some sort of computing device, 79% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 90% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in 45856?
TSC Fiber in 45856, OH
Availability:
13.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
TSC offers Fiber service to 13.7% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, TSC Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
QualStar Communications Fiber in 45856, OH
Availability:
8.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
QualStar Communications offers Fiber service to 8.5% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, QualStar Communications Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Amplex Internet Fiber in 45856, OH
Availability:
7.6%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
Amplex Internet offers Fiber service to 7.6% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, Amplex Internet Fiber has speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in 45856?
TSC Cable in 45856, OH
Availability:
49.8%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
TSC offers Cable service to 49.8% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, TSC Cable has speeds up to 100 Mbps
Spectrum Cable in 45856, OH
Availability:
3.7%
Customer Rating:
(1,618)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 3.7% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, Spectrum Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in 45856?
TSC DSL in 45856, OH
Availability:
48.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
TSC offers DSL service to 48.0% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, TSC DSL has speeds up to 25 Mbps
TDS DSL in 45856, OH
Availability:
8.5%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
45 Mbps
TDS offers DSL service to 8.5% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, TDS DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 45 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 7.8 Mbps throughout the zip.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in 45856?
QualStar Communications Fixed Wireless in 45856, OH
Availability:
99.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
500 Mbps
QualStar Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.0% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, QualStar Communications Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 500 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in 45856, OH
Availability:
97.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
73 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.4% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 73 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 14 Mbps throughout the zip.
Community Fiber Solutions Fixed Wireless in 45856, OH
Availability:
96.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
399 Mbps
Community Fiber Solutions (CFS) offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.6% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, Community Fiber Solutions Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 399 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 400 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 40, with an average of 40 Mbps throughout the zip.
bright.net north Fixed Wireless in 45856, OH
Availability:
90.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
bright.net north offers Fixed Wireless service to 90.5% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, bright.net north Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in 45856, OH
Availability:
75.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
37 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 75.7% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 37 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 5.6 Mbps throughout the zip.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in 45856, OH
Availability:
75.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
37 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 75.7% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 37 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 5.6 Mbps throughout the zip.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in 45856, OH
Availability:
56.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 56.9% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
HDER Link Fixed Wireless in 45856, OH
Availability:
33.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
HDER Link offers Fixed Wireless service to 33.7% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, HDER Link Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Benton Ridge Telephone Fixed Wireless in 45856, OH
Availability:
3.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
328 Mbps
Benton Ridge Telephone offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.7% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, Benton Ridge Telephone Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 328 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 400 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 40, with an average of 35 Mbps throughout the zip.
Amplex Internet Fixed Wireless in 45856, OH
Availability:
1.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Amplex Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.6% of 45856 homes. Across the zip, Amplex Internet Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 100 Mbps
Which ISP Should You Choose in 45856?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in 45856 is bright.net north.
- The fastest internet provider should be Amplex Internet. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, bright.net north may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in 45856 is bright.net north.
- Viasat, QualStar Communications, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in 45856, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.
How does 45856 compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how 45856 stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to 45856's C+ ISP Report Card and 44 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 39 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 21 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 57 / 100