14 Best Internet Providers in Boise, ID
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Boise ISP Report Card | B- |
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Download Speed for Most Households | 2,322 Mbps |
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Number of Internet Service Providers | 14 |
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Real Boise Customer Ratings | 16 |
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.
Boise has 14 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL 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 Boise.
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Boise has 14 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL 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 Boise.
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Above are the top 4 providers in Boise, ID 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 Boise ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Boise, ID?
Verizon is the best internet provider in Boise based on Idaho customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Verizon had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Boise, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Verizon is an option for 70.65% of the city.
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The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Boise, Idaho, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Boise
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Boise Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Boise Overall | Idaho Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| Verizon |  (1) | (3) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber |  (2) | (2) | (42) | View Plans | ||
| Sparklight | (7) | (12) | (73) | View Plans | ||
| TDS | (1) | (1) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| Centurylink | (5) | (6) | (163) | View Plans | ||
| Ziply |  (0) | (5) | (60) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) |  (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| CTC | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Vickery Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| White Cloud | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Anthem Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Silver Star | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Fatbeam | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 30 reviews from Idaho internet customers, Verizon is the best internet service provider for Boise residents. Verizon was rated at an average of 3.67 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Quantum Fiber wins for second-place in Idaho, with 4.50 out of 5 stars and 27.0% coverage in Boise.
At a national level, based on 1421 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, CTC Telecom is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.00 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Boise?
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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 Boise?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings in Boise, the fastest internet in the city comes from TDS.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Boise
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
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| TDS | 8,000 Mbps | ||
| Quantum Fiber | 8,000 Mbps | ||
| Ziply | 6,000 Mbps | ||
| Fatbeam | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Centurylink | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Silver Star | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| CTC Telecom | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| White Cloud | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Anthem Broadband | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Sparklight | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Rise Broadband | 400 Mbps | ||
| Vickery Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Boise
| ISP / Tech Type | Boise Speed | Idaho Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| TDS | (1) | (1) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (2) | (2) | (42) | View Plans | ||
| Sparklight | (7) | (12) | (73) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (3) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Centurylink | (5) | (6) | (163) | View Plans | ||
| Ziply | (0) | (5) | (60) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| CTC | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (11) | View Plans | ||
| Vickery Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| White Cloud | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Anthem Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Silver Star | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Fatbeam | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Boise ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through TDS. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in Boise. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 8,000 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 TDS. This indicates TDS reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Boise?
Idaho customers rate Verizon 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.
Verizon received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Centurylink is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Boise customers with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Boise, Idaho, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Boise
| ISP / Tech Type | Boise Affordability | Idaho Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| Verizon | (1) | (3) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Centurylink | (5) | (6) | (163) | View Plans | ||
| Sparklight | (7) | (12) | (73) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (2) | (2) | (42) | View Plans | ||
| TDS | (1) | (1) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| Ziply | (0) | (5) | (60) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| CTC | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Vickery Internet | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| White Cloud | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Anthem Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Silver Star | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Fatbeam | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Boise 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 Boise below, including the metrics used and how Boise compares to the rest of Idaho and nation.
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Boise that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 45.81% | 54.21% | 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. | 2,322 Mbps | 2,514 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 Boise. | 6.2 | 6.5 | 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. | 2.7 | 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. | 16% | 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. | 97% | 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% | 91% | 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. | 79% | 72% | 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. | 79% | 73% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Boise ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Boise is B-, which is better than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Boise is high with a score of 79 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Boise have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Boise 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 Boise households have an internet connection despite having 99.29% availability. 79% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 10% 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 79% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 79% subscribe to it. A large amount of Boise 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 Boise?
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 74 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 89 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 87 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 78 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 89 / 100
- ISP Report Card: F
- Digital Connectivity Index: 56 / 100
How Much Speed does a Boise Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Boise is 2.7, which is smaller than the Idaho average of 2.8 and larger than the national average of 2.7. the Boise area's average household income is $90,055 which is much higher than the Idaho average of $80,528 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.
Boise also has 16% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Idaho average of 18%. Additionally, 16% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 13% of residents in Idaho who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Boise has a very high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Boise households are much more technology-engaged. 97% of households have some sort of computing device, 91% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 95% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Boise?
Quantum Fiber in Boise, ID
Availability:
27.0%
Customer Rating:
(47)
Avg. Download Speed
2,290 Mbps
Quantum Fiber offers Fiber service to 27.0% of Boise homes. Across the city, Quantum Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,290 Mbps, with speeds from 500 Mpbs up to 8,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 500 and as high as 8,000, with an average of 1,503 Mbps throughout the city.
Centurylink Fiber in Boise, ID
Availability:
24.7%
Customer Rating:
(60)
Avg. Download Speed
956 Mbps
Centurylink offers Fiber service to 24.7% of Boise homes. Across the city, Centurylink Fiber has speeds up to 956 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 897 Mbps throughout the city. Centurylink Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Boise from Centurylink in terms of customer satisfaction.
TDS Fiber in Boise, ID
Availability:
14.3%
Customer Rating:
(13)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
TDS offers Fiber service to 14.3% of Boise homes. Across the city, TDS Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Sparklight Fiber in Boise, ID
Availability:
6.0%
Customer Rating:
(23)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Sparklight offers Fiber service to 6.0% of Boise homes. Across the city, Sparklight Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Fatbeam Fiber in Boise, ID
Availability:
4.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Fatbeam offers Fiber service to 4.9% of Boise homes. Across the city, Fatbeam Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Silver Star Fiber in Boise, ID
Availability:
3.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Silver Star offers Fiber service to 3.3% of Boise homes. Across the city, Silver Star Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Boise?
Sparklight Cable in Boise, ID
Availability:
89.2%
Customer Rating:
(50)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Sparklight offers Cable service to 89.2% of Boise homes. Across the city, Sparklight Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Boise?
Centurylink DSL in Boise, ID
Availability:
88.3%
Customer Rating:
(101)
Avg. Download Speed
87 Mbps
Centurylink offers DSL service to 88.3% of Boise homes. Across the city, Centurylink DSL has speeds up to 87 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 140 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 100, with an average of 12 Mbps throughout the city. Centurylink DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Boise from Centurylink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Ziply DSL in Boise, ID
Availability:
1.8%
Customer Rating:
(7)
Avg. Download Speed
32 Mbps
Ziply offers DSL service to 1.8% of Boise homes. Across the city, Ziply DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 32 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 115 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 23, with an average of 2.3 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Boise?
Anthem Broadband Fixed Wireless in Boise, ID
Availability:
88.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
475 Mbps
Anthem Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 88.2% of Boise homes. Across the city, Anthem Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 475 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 5.0 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 293 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Boise, ID
Availability:
86.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
44 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 86.5% of Boise homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 44 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 7.4 Mbps throughout the city.
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless in Boise, ID
Availability:
71.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
116 Mbps
Rise Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 71.8% of Boise homes. Across the city, Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 116 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 23 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Boise, ID
Availability:
70.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
400 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 70.7% of Boise homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 400 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 28 Mbps throughout the city.
White Cloud Fixed Wireless in Boise, ID
Availability:
26.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
200 Mbps
White Cloud offers Fixed Wireless service to 26.7% of Boise homes. Across the city, White Cloud Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 200 Mbps
CTC Fixed Wireless in Boise, ID
Availability:
3.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
29 Mbps
CTC Telecom offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.7% of Boise homes. Across the city, CTC Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 29 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 5.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 5.9 Mbps throughout the city.
Vickery Internet Fixed Wireless in Boise, ID
Availability:
2.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Vickery Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.3% of Boise homes. Across the city, Vickery Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Which ISP Should You Choose in Boise?
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 Boise is Verizon.
- The fastest internet provider should be TDS. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, TDS may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Boise is Verizon.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and Centurylink has the broadest coverage in Boise, 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 Boise compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Boise 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 Boise's B- ISP Report Card and 79 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 74 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 82 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 59 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 74 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 57 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 66 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 70 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 63 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 66 / 100
Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Idaho
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Kristin B
Spectrum Cable
July 05, 2025 Overall, Spectrum internet service does a good job. However, at times there are buffering issues that are quite frustrating. The internet speed is very acceptable.
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Tayler K
Centurylink DSL
May 12, 2025 I've only had this internet provider for about a month and my experience has been very mixed. It was a quick process to get the internet set up, however the billing experience and customer service I am not at all impressed with. I have been unable to log into my account on their site to find out when my bill is due and how much it is. It's nearly impossible to get an actual person, so that has been extremely frustrating. The internet service itself has been mostly decent, but the customer service aspect really makes me not a huge fan.
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Willem D.
Cable One Cable
June 25, 2023 I switched roughly two years ago from DSL to Cable, because the DSL speeds were too slow for us to work from home during the pandemic. At first, the price was lower because i qualified for a pandemic-era discount. That federal program changed (but didn't disappear), but my cable provider wouldn't help me requalify for the program. This is frustrating.
As for speed, it seems fine. I think the operating system on my devices slows me more than the Internet speed. I also like nice having a low data cap (i technically have a cap, but never get close to reaching it.)
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JB
Cable One Cable
June 25, 2023 I love my internet provider. As one of the larger competitors offering internet service in the area, they are definitely on top. Compared to other providers I've used- there are almost never any major outages or disruptions. I haven't experienced throttling when streaming or otherwise using the service. I used to have service with a major competitor which was a constant headache. It seemed like they constantly had outages, there was definitely throttling, and customer service sucked. Sparklight? Customer service had been excellent. They have worked with me and given me information without seeming to be overly pushy with sales tactics.
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Pan M
Cricket Cellular
April 29, 2023 I currently have a mobile hotspot and phone plan with Cricket. I have used wired internet before, but wanted something more portable. For the price of my old comcast and verizon plans, which never hit promised speeds..I have the best internet, the most flexable option, and good speeds everywhere.
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