11 Best Internet Providers in Bettendorf, IA

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in Bettendorf, IA?

MetroNet is the best internet provider in Bettendorf based on Iowa customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, MetroNet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Bettendorf, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. MetroNet is an option for 99.01% of the city.

The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Bettendorf, Iowa, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in Bettendorf

Local, State, and National Ratings for all Bettendorf Internet Providers

Based on 46 reviews from Iowa internet customers, MetroNet is the best internet service provider for Bettendorf residents. MetroNet was rated at an average of 4.50 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Geneseo Communications wins for second-place in Iowa, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 58.9% coverage in Bettendorf.

At a national level, based on 2315 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Geneseo Communications is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.00 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Bettendorf?

Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings in Bettendorf, the fastest internet in the city comes from MetroNet.

Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Bettendorf

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	MetroNet	5,120 Mbps
	Quantum Fiber	2,000 Mbps
	Geneseo Communications	1,000 Mbps
	Centurylink	1,000 Mbps
	Mediacom	1,000 Mbps
	Verizon	300 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	100 Mbps
	AT&T	100 Mbps
	EarthLink	100 Mbps
	US Cellular	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	CS Technologies	40 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Bettendorf

Based on data reported by Bettendorf ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through MetroNet. The company offers speeds up to 5,120 Mbps in Bettendorf. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 5,120 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.

However, actual customers in the city rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with MetroNet. This indicates MetroNet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Bettendorf?

Iowa customers rate Geneseo Communications 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.

Geneseo Communications received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. MetroNet is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Bettendorf customers with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.

The chart and graph below show how customers in Bettendorf, Iowa, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in Bettendorf

Bettendorf 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 Bettendorf below, including the metrics used and how Bettendorf compares to the rest of Iowa and nation.

Bettendorf ISP Report Card: A

	Metric (hover for details)	Bettendorf	Iowa	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Bettendorf that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	99.73%	78.64%	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.	5,091 Mbps	2,759 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 Bettendorf.	8.4	7.3	6.8

 

Bettendorf Digital Connectivity Index: 75 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	Bettendorf	Iowa	USA
	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	2.4	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.	11%	11%	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.	93%	88%	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.	85%	71%	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.	85%	71%	76%

Bettendorf ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in Bettendorf is A, which is much better than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Bettendorf is high with a score of 75 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Bettendorf have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.

The Bettendorf 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.

93% of Bettendorf households have an internet connection despite having 99.88% availability. 85% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 6% 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 85% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 85% subscribe to it. A very large amount of Bettendorf 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 Bettendorf?

How Much Speed does a Bettendorf Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Bettendorf is 2.6, which is larger than the Iowa average of 2.4 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Bettendorf's average household income is $119,489 which is much higher than the Iowa average of $80,609 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.

Bettendorf also has 17% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the Iowa average of 16%. Additionally, 11% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 11% of residents in Iowa who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Bettendorf has a very high need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, Bettendorf households are more technology-engaged. 95% of households have some sort of computing device, 89% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 94% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

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Which ISP Should You Choose in Bettendorf?

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 Bettendorf is MetroNet.
• The fastest internet provider should be MetroNet. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, MetroNet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in Bettendorf is Geneseo Communications.
• Viasat, Mediacom, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Bettendorf, 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 Bettendorf compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how Bettendorf 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 Bettendorf's A ISP Report Card and 75 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.

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