Best Internet Providers in Bethesda, MD
All 6 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Bethesda, MD
Bethesda has 6 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in Bethesda.
Ranks compare Bethesda with the 749 US small cities (50,000 to 99,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Bethesda, MD at a Glance
Bethesda Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
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EarthLink
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Verizon
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Astound Broadband
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Cable
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
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 Bethesda ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Bethesda, MD?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Bethesda based on 156 Maryland customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Bethesda?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
Coverage map for each provider in Bethesda
How Bethesda Compares to Places Its Size
Bethesda's report card score is tied 285th of 749 and its connectivity index is tied 41st of 749.
| Measure | Bethesda | Rank among US small cities (50,000 to 99,999 people) | Montgomery County | Maryland | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 96.9% | Tied 98th of 749 | 95.6% | 77.0% | 71.5% | Aloha, OR and Shawnee, KS (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 2,252 Mbps | Tied 585th of 749 | 2,157 Mbps | 2,260 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Layton, UT (9,808 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.6 | Tied 525th of 749 | 6.1 | 6.3 | 7.1 | Guaynabo, PR (14.3) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.6 | Tied 361st of 749 | 2.9 | 2.7 | 2.7 | Pacoima, CA and Spring Valley, NY (4.3) |
| Workers who work from home | 38% | Tied 5th of 749 | 28% | 19% | 15% | Danville, CA and Potomac, MD and 2 more (39%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 99% | Tied 11th of 749 | 98% | 97% | 96% | Atascocita, TX and Eastvale, CA and 8 more (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 98% | Tied 5th of 749 | 96% | 93% | 91% | Centreville, VA and Danville, CA and 2 more (99%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 91% | Tied 10th of 749 | 87% | 80% | 76% | Flower Mound, TX and Johns Creek, GA and 1 more (93%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 97% | Tied 2nd of 749 | 91% | 86% | 81% | Sammamish, WA (99%) |
| Median household income | $205,427 | 6th of 749 | $149,424 | $117,984 | $93,246 | Potomac, MD ($227,882) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 17% | Tied 214th of 749 | 17% | 17% | 16% | East Lansing, MI (58%) |
Fiber reaches 96.9% of homes in Bethesda, against 95.6% across Montgomery County and 77.0% across Maryland. Households in Bethesda are smaller than the US average (2.6 people against 2.7); 38% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $205,427 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Bethesda
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Bethesda?
EarthLink Fiber in Bethesda, MD
Availability:
96.9%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
2,129 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 96.9% of Bethesda homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 2,129 Mbps, with speeds from 980 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 880 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 2,116 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Bethesda from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Verizon Fiber in Bethesda, MD
Availability:
96.9%
Customer Rating:
(452)
Avg. Download Speed
2,129 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 96.9% of Bethesda homes. Across the city, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 2,129 Mbps, with speeds from 980 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 880 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 2,116 Mbps throughout the city. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Bethesda from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Bethesda?
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Bethesda, MD
Availability:
93.2%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
47 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 93.2% of Bethesda homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 47 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 8.0 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Bethesda, MD
Availability:
93.2%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
47 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 93.2% of Bethesda homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 47 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 8.0 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Bethesda, MD
Availability:
92.0%
Customer Rating:
(341)
Avg. Download Speed
93 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 92.0% of Bethesda homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 93 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 18 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Bethesda, MD
Availability:
23.3%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
239 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 23.3% of Bethesda homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 239 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 6.0 and as high as 75, with an average of 18 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Bethesda?
XFINITY Cable in Bethesda, MD
Availability:
98.1%
Customer Rating:
(2074)
Avg. Download Speed
1,981 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 98.1% of Bethesda homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,981 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 2,000, with an average of 426 Mbps throughout the city.
Astound Broadband Cable in Bethesda, MD
Availability:
54.3%
Customer Rating:
(96)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 54.3% of Bethesda homes. Across the city, Astound Broadband Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Bethesda?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Bethesda, MD.
Internet in Bethesda by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 94.4% of homes in 20814 to 100.0% in 20816. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Bethesda
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Bethesda
How Bethesda Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Bethesda that have their own pages are all within 3 miles. Among them, Chevy Chase Village has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Somerset the fewest (99.8%); Bethesda has 96.9%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethesda (this page) | 67,410 | 96.9% | 2,252 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 91/100 |
| Chevy Chase | 26,242 | 100.0% | 2,148 Mbps | 7 | A- | 84/100 |
| Chevy Chase Village | 2,049 | 100.0% | 1,825 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 94/100 |
| Somerset | 1,749 | 99.8% | 2,234 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 79/100 |
| Cabin John | 1,729 | 100.0% | 2,267 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 89/100 |
| Chevy Chase View | 1,130 | 100.0% | 2,300 Mbps | 4.9 | B | 97/100 |
| Martins Additions | 946 | 100.0% | 2,067 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 95/100 |
| Chevy Chase Section Three | 802 | 100.0% | 2,064 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 98/100 |
| Chevy Chase Section Five | 672 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.9 | A- | 95/100 |
| North Chevy Chase | 637 | 100.0% | 2,170 Mbps | 7.2 | A- | 97/100 |
| Glen Echo | 287 | 97.2% | 2,300 Mbps | 5 | B | 87/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Bethesda?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by AT&T. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Verizon 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 Bethesda
| EarthLink | 2,300 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 2,300 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Bethesda Internet Providers
Based on 156 reviews from Maryland internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Bethesda residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 3.33 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. XFINITY from Comcast wins for second-place in Maryland, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 98.1% coverage in Bethesda.
At a national level, based on 4716 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.01 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Bethesda Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Bethesda, Maryland, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Bethesda Overall | Maryland Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY | (1) | (75) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband |  (0) |  (2) | (120) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (3) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) |  (9) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (65) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Bethesda
Based on data reported by Bethesda ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Verizon. The company offers speeds up to 2,300 Mbps in Bethesda. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,113 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Bethesda Speed | Maryland Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (1) | (65) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (75) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (2) | (120) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (3) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (9) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Bethesda?
Of the providers in Bethesda, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Bethesda where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Maryland or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
AT&T is rated 3.00 out of 5 for price, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. EarthLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.50 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Bethesda, Maryland, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Bethesda
| ISP / Tech Type | Bethesda Affordability | Maryland Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (2) | (120) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (3) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (9) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (65) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (75) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Maryland
Customer Reviews
A Bethesda, MD Customer
XFINITY Cable
March 06, 2024 A Bethesda, MD Customer
Verizon Fixed Wireless
June 20, 2023 ISPReports User
Verizon Fiber
November 12, 2026 Fair, but occasionally spotty, especially with rainstorms. Low ratings are based as much on my dissatisfaction with their sometimes confusing website and difficulty in determining exactly how much it would cost me to change my current plan.
Stan,F
Antietam Broadband Cable
July 13, 2026 Right now it kinda sucks. I mean it just seems slow for just under $70/mth.
A Silver Spring, MD Customer
XFINITY Fiber
June 04, 2026 I haven't had alot of issues with my service provider as of recently. The service is pretty good as far as speed or network visibility. However, I do travel alot for work and the biggest disconnect I've noticed is not having phone service in certain buildings especially around DC. It really hinders my work at times so in that regard, I rated the service a 4 overall. It would've been 3, had I not also noticed other coworkers have SOME (not all) of the same phone service drop areas. But I keep it at 4 because we did recently have a power outage during a storm a few days ago. That was the first outage in a long time that I've ever experienced on a wide scale level. I had to use mobile cellular data to get by but it was actually not a bad experience at all. It really helped me get through the storm and look up some resources. And for the most part, the data speed was pretty fast all things considered. I have sold lines for my provider in the past, so I was already very familiar with them being known for fast fiber speed capacities but overall, I've noticed I tend to have no disruptions in service, max 3x a year if you consider emergencies like the power outage. I have thought about t-mobile though, because I've seen coworkers have GREAT phone service in alot of places I don't. And I don't see internet or download speeds or data being a huge detractor either. I would just need cost comparisons. I.e. I'm satisfied with the service but it could be better, I just don't know that the prices out there are competitive.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Bethesda?
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 Bethesda is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be Verizon. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, AT&T may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Bethesda is AT&T.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, HughesNet, and EarthLink has the broadest coverage in Bethesda, available to 98.1% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.