20 Best Internet Providers in Austin, TX
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| Austin ISP Report Card | B+ | |
| Download Speed for Most Households | 4,291 Mbps | |
| Number of Internet Service Providers | 20 | |
| Real Austin Customer Ratings | 46 |
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.
Austin has 20 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Austin.
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Austin has 20 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Austin.
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Above are the top 4 providers in Austin, TX for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your city.
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 Austin ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Austin, TX?
Google Fiber is the best internet provider in Austin based on Texas customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Google Fiber had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Austin, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Unfortunately, Google Fiber is an option for 34.85% of the city.
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The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Austin, Texas, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Austin
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Austin Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Austin Overall | Texas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| Google Fiber | (5) | (13) | (89) | View Plans | ||
| FiberFirst | (2) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (1) | (11) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (1) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (1) | (32) | (246) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (2) | (26) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (19) | (176) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (13) | (167) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (1) | (5) | (64) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (3) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| SOS Communications | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (26) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (12) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Hillcountry Network Systems | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Spry Air Fiber | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Western Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| VTX1 Companies | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Heritage Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 500 reviews from Texas internet customers, Google Fiber is the best internet service provider for Austin residents. Google Fiber was rated at an average of 4.31 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. FiberFirst wins for second-place in Texas, with 4.50 out of 5 stars and 2.6% coverage in Austin.
At a national level, based on 4418 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, SOS Communications is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 5.00 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Austin?
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Speeds and coverage vary within the city, 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 Austin?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Optimum. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Google Fiber 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 Austin
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
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| Hotwire Communications | 8,000 Mbps | ||
| Google Fiber | 8,000 Mbps | ||
| Frontier Communications | 7,000 Mbps | ||
| FiberFirst | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| Nextlink | 3,000 Mbps | ||
| Brightspeed | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 Mbps | ||
| Heritage Broadband | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Rise Broadband | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| VTX1 Companies | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Spectrum | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Optimum | 940 Mbps | ||
| Western Broadband | 200 Mbps | ||
| Spry Air Fiber | 100 Mbps | ||
| SOS Communications | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Hillcountry Network Systems | 25 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Austin
| ISP / Tech Type | Austin Speed | Texas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| Optimum | (1) | (32) | (246) | View Plans | ||
| Google Fiber | (5) | (13) | (89) | View Plans | ||
| FiberFirst | (2) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (2) | (26) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (13) | (167) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (19) | (176) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (1) | (11) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (1) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (3) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (1) | (5) | (64) | View Plans | ||
| SOS Communications | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (26) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (12) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Hillcountry Network Systems | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Spry Air Fiber | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Western Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| VTX1 Companies | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Heritage Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Austin ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Google Fiber. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in Austin. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 7,060 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers in the city rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Optimum. This indicates Optimum reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Austin?
Texas customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet 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.
T-Mobile Home Internet received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Astound Broadband is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Austin customers with an average price rating of 5.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Austin, Texas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Austin
| ISP / Tech Type | Austin Affordability | Texas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| Astound Broadband | (1) | (11) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (2) | (26) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Google Fiber | (5) | (13) | (89) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (1) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (1) | (32) | (246) | View Plans | ||
| FiberFirst | (2) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (19) | (176) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (1) | (5) | (64) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (3) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (13) | (167) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| SOS Communications | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (12) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (26) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Hillcountry Network Systems | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Spry Air Fiber | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Western Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| VTX1 Companies | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Heritage Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Austin 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 city 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 Austin below, including the metrics used and how Austin compares to the rest of Texas and nation.
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Austin | Texas | USA | ||
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Austin that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 72.64% | 78.37% | 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. | 4,291 Mbps | 3,946 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 Austin. | 8.4 | 7.8 | 6.8 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a city indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.6 | 2.8 | 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. | 24% | 13% | 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. | 98% | 96% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 94% | 90% | 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. | 81% | 73% | 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. | 82% | 74% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Austin ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Austin is B+, which is much better than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Austin is high with a score of 80 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Austin have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Austin ISP Report Card evaluates the city on availability and speed metrics compared to other cities in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a city 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.
94% of Austin households have an internet connection despite having 98.90% availability. 81% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 7% 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 81% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 82% subscribe to it. A very large amount of Austin 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 Cities Compare to Austin?
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 94 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 94 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 53 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 81 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 79 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 73 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 88 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 84 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 84 / 100
How Much Speed does a Austin Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Austin is 2.6, which is smaller than the Texas average of 2.8 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. the Austin area's average household income is $112,082 which is much higher than the Texas average of $89,715 and much 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.
Austin also has 17% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Texas average of 17%. Additionally, 24% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 13% of residents in Texas who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Austin has a very high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Austin households are much more technology-engaged. 98% of households have some sort of computing device, 90% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 96% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Austin?
EarthLink Fiber in Austin, TX
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 46.0% of Austin homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,228 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for EarthLink Fiber. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Austin from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Austin, TX
AT&T offers Fiber service to 46.0% of Austin homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,228 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for AT&T Fiber. AT&T Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Austin from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Google Fiber in Austin, TX
Google Fiber offers Fiber service to 34.5% of Austin homes. Across the city, Google Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 7,122 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 8,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Google Fiber.
Astound Broadband Fiber in Austin, TX
Astound Broadband offers Fiber service to 11.9% of Austin homes. Across the city, Astound Broadband Fiber has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Spectrum Fiber in Austin, TX
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 7.5% of Austin homes. Across the city, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
FiberFirst Fiber in Austin, TX
FiberFirst offers Fiber service to 2.6% of Austin homes. Across the city, FiberFirst Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Frontier Fiber in Austin, TX
Frontier Communications offers Fiber service to 2.0% of Austin homes. Across the city, Frontier Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 6,999 Mbps, with speeds from 5,000 Mpbs up to 7,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Frontier Fiber.
Optimum Fiber in Austin, TX
Optimum offers Fiber service to 1.8% of Austin homes. Across the city, Optimum Fiber has speeds up to 940 Mbps
Hotwire Communications Fiber in Austin, TX
Hotwire Communications offers Fiber service to 1.6% of Austin homes. Across the city, Hotwire Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 3,742 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 8,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Hotwire Communications Fiber.
Brightspeed Fiber in Austin, TX
Brightspeed offers Fiber service to 1.1% of Austin homes. Across the city, Brightspeed Fiber has speeds up to 996 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Brightspeed Fiber. Brightspeed Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Austin from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Austin?
Spectrum Cable in Austin, TX
Spectrum offers Cable service to 85.1% of Austin homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Optimum Cable in Austin, TX
Optimum offers Cable service to 12.9% of Austin homes. Across the city, Optimum Cable has speeds up to 918 Mbps, with speeds from 500 Mpbs up to 940 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 35, with an average of 34 Mbps throughout the city. Optimum Cable is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Austin from Optimum in terms of customer satisfaction.
Astound Broadband Cable in Austin, TX
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 10.5% of Austin homes. Across the city, Astound Broadband Cable has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Austin?
EarthLink DSL in Austin, TX
EarthLink offers DSL service to 63.7% of Austin homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 74 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 15 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Austin from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Austin, TX
AT&T offers DSL service to 63.7% of Austin homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 74 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 15 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Austin from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Brightspeed DSL in Austin, TX
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 4.6% of Austin homes. Across the city, Brightspeed DSL has speeds up to 35 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 10, with an average of 3.3 Mbps throughout the city. Brightspeed DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Austin from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Austin?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Austin, TX
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.5% of Austin homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 64 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 12 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Austin, TX
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 87.3% of Austin homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 337 Mbps, with speeds from 300 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 75, with an average of 23 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Austin, TX
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 75.7% of Austin homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 52 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 9.1 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Austin, TX
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 75.7% of Austin homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 52 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 9.1 Mbps throughout the city.
Western Broadband Fixed Wireless in Austin, TX
Western Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 22.1% of Austin homes. Across the city, Western Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 200 Mbps
VTX1 Companies Fixed Wireless in Austin, TX
VTX1 Companies offers Fixed Wireless service to 20.9% of Austin homes. Across the city, VTX1 Companies Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 234 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 400 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 50, with an average of 36 Mbps throughout the city.
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless in Austin, TX
Rise Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 20.2% of Austin homes. Across the city, Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 95 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 400 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 80, with an average of 19 Mbps throughout the city.
SOS Communications Fixed Wireless in Austin, TX
SOS Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 16.7% of Austin homes. Across the city, SOS Communications Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 97 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 20 Mbps throughout the city.
Nextlink Fixed Wireless in Austin, TX
Nextlink offers Fixed Wireless service to 6.0% of Austin homes. Across the city, Nextlink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 416 Mbps, with speeds from 50 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 141 Mbps throughout the city.
Heritage Broadband Fixed Wireless in Austin, TX
Heritage Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 4.0% of Austin homes. Across the city, Heritage Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 457 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 50, with an average of 32 Mbps throughout the city.
Hillcountry Network Systems Fixed Wireless in Austin, TX
Hillcountry Network Systems offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.6% of Austin homes. Across the city, Hillcountry Network Systems Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Spry Air Fiber Fixed Wireless in Austin, TX
Spry Air Fiber offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.0% of Austin homes. Across the city, Spry Air Fiber Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Which ISP Should You Choose in Austin?
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 Austin is Google Fiber.
- The fastest internet provider should be Google Fiber. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Optimum may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Austin is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- HughesNet, T-Mobile Home Internet, and Viasat has the broadest coverage in Austin, 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 Austin compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Austin 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 Austin's B+ ISP Report Card and 80 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 73 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 71 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 61 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 72 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 81 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 71 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 60 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 78 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 75 / 100
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