Best Internet Providers in Boise, ID
All 16 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Boise, ID
Boise has 16 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.
Ranks compare Boise with the 45 US major cities (500,000 to 999,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Boise, ID at a Glance
Boise Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Sparklight
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
CenturyLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Quantum Fiber
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
White Cloud
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
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 Boise ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Boise, ID?
Sparklight is the highest-rated internet provider in Boise based on 34 Idaho 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.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Boise?
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 Boise
- TDS - fiber coverage map
- Sparklight - cable coverage map
- Quantum Fiber - fiber coverage map
- Anthem Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
- Fatbeam - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- CenturyLink - fiber coverage map
- CenturyLink - dsl coverage map
- Sparklight - fiber coverage map
- Rise Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
- White Cloud - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Silver Star - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Vickery Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- CTC - fixed wireless coverage map
How Boise Compares to Places Its Size
Boise's report card score is tied 36th of 45 and its connectivity index is tied 6th of 45.
| Measure | Boise | Rank among US major cities (500,000 to 999,999 people) | Ada County | Idaho | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 49.2% | 40th of 45 | 49.7% | 57.4% | 71.5% | Bridgeport, CT (97.3%) |
| Average top speed | 2,763 Mbps | 38th of 45 | 2,333 Mbps | 3,168 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Chattanooga, TN (17,261 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 7.6 | Tied 21st of 45 | 7.8 | 7.7 | 7.1 | Albuquerque, NM (9.7) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.7 | Tied 11th of 45 | 2.6 | 2.8 | 2.7 | Provo, UT (3.5) |
| Workers who work from home | 17% | Tied 9th of 45 | 19% | 14% | 15% | Chapel Hill, NC (23%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | Tied 2nd of 45 | 98% | 97% | 96% | Provo, UT (99%) |
| Homes with internet | 94% | Tied 3rd of 45 | 95% | 92% | 91% | Colorado Springs, CO and Ogden, UT (95%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 79% | Tied 14th of 45 | 83% | 73% | 76% | Provo, UT (84%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 88% | Tied 4th of 45 | 91% | 85% | 81% | Provo, UT (94%) |
| Median household income | $94,695 | 16th of 45 | $102,675 | $84,595 | $93,246 | Bridgeport, CT ($136,343) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 16% | Tied 23rd of 45 | 16% | 18% | 16% | Provo, UT (26%) |
Fiber reaches 49.2% of homes in Boise, against 49.7% across Ada County and 57.4% across Idaho. Households in Boise are the same size as the US average (2.7 people against 2.7); 17% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $94,695 (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 Boise
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Boise?
Quantum Fiber in Boise, ID
Availability:
28.0%
Customer Rating:
(52)
Avg. Download Speed
2,488 Mbps
Quantum Fiber offers Fiber service to 28.0% of Boise homes. Across the city, Quantum Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,488 Mbps, with speeds from 940 Mpbs up to 8,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 940 and as high as 8,000, with an average of 1,737 Mbps throughout the city.
CenturyLink Fiber in Boise, ID
Availability:
23.6%
Customer Rating:
(62)
Avg. Download Speed
932 Mbps
CenturyLink offers Fiber service to 23.6% of Boise homes. Across the city, CenturyLink Fiber has speeds up to 932 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 898 Mbps throughout the city. CenturyLink Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Boise from CenturyLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
TDS Fiber in Boise, ID
Availability:
16.1%
Customer Rating:
(16)
Avg. Download Speed
7,998 Mbps
TDS offers Fiber service to 16.1% of Boise homes. Across the city, TDS Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 7,998 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 TDS Fiber.
Fatbeam Fiber in Boise, ID
Availability:
7.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
Fatbeam offers Fiber service to 7.1% of Boise homes. Across the city, Fatbeam Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Sparklight Fiber in Boise, ID
Availability:
6.2%
Customer Rating:
(23)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Sparklight offers Fiber service to 6.2% of Boise homes. Across the city, Sparklight Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 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 Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Boise?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Boise, ID
Availability:
87.6%
Customer Rating:
(341)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 87.6% 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 42 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 6.9 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Boise, ID
Availability:
84.0%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
352 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 84.0% of Boise homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 352 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 25 Mbps throughout the city.
Anthem Broadband Fixed Wireless in Boise, ID
Availability:
78.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
548 Mbps
Anthem Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 78.5% of Boise homes. Across the city, Anthem Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 548 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 5.0 and as high as 2,000, with an average of 378 Mbps throughout the city.
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless in Boise, ID
Availability:
70.0%
Customer Rating:
(15)
Avg. Download Speed
80 Mbps
Rise Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 70.0% of Boise homes. Across the city, Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 80 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 500 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 16 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Boise, ID
Availability:
68.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
37 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 68.3% of Boise homes. Across the city, 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 5.8 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Boise, ID
Availability:
68.3%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
37 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 68.3% of Boise homes. Across the city, 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 5.8 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:
3.8%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
29 Mbps
CTC Telecom offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.8% 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
500 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 500 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Boise?
Sparklight Cable in Boise, ID
Availability:
89.1%
Customer Rating:
(58)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Sparklight offers Cable service to 89.1% 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:
88.0%
Customer Rating:
(120)
Avg. Download Speed
88 Mbps
CenturyLink offers DSL service to 88.0% of Boise homes. Across the city, CenturyLink DSL has speeds up to 88 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 13 Mbps throughout the city. CenturyLink DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Boise from CenturyLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Boise by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 12.3% of homes in Collister to 89.9% in North End; by ZIP code, from 24.6% in 83709 to 68.8% in 83702. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Boise
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Ada | 44,712 | 25.0% | 1,848 Mbps | 7.4 | C+ | 87/100 |
| Southeast Boise | 37,690 | 21.8% | 1,133 Mbps | 8.9 | C+ | 66/100 |
| West Valley | 27,414 | 87.3% | 5,276 Mbps | 7.1 | B+ | 73/100 |
| West Bench | 10,937 | 37.7% | 1,990 Mbps | 8 | B- | 81/100 |
| Vista | 10,068 | 57.6% | 2,020 Mbps | 8.2 | B | 55/100 |
| North End | 9,757 | 89.9% | 1,880 Mbps | 8.1 | B+ | 74/100 |
| Collister | 8,355 | 12.3% | 1,049 Mbps | 8 | C+ | 74/100 |
| Franklin Randolph | 7,667 | 19.7% | 1,070 Mbps | 6.5 | C | 57/100 |
| Winstead Park | 7,488 | 71.4% | 1,789 Mbps | 7.9 | B | 56/100 |
| Depot Bench | 7,254 | 75.7% | 2,067 Mbps | 9.9 | B+ | 67/100 |
| East End | 7,235 | 38.2% | 1,255 Mbps | 8.9 | B- | 68/100 |
| Veterans Park | 6,532 | 74.9% | 2,157 Mbps | 9 | B+ | 67/100 |
| Harris Ranch | 6,217 | 57.5% | 1,551 Mbps | 8.2 | B- | 87/100 |
| Central Bench | 5,646 | 45.5% | 1,405 Mbps | 8.9 | B- | 58/100 |
| Hillcrest | 4,564 | 47.5% | 1,426 Mbps | 8.9 | B- | 67/100 |
| Highlands | 4,218 | 48.6% | 1,486 Mbps | 8 | B- | 79/100 |
| Downtown | 3,697 | 61.0% | 1,372 Mbps | 8.5 | B- | 54/100 |
| West Cloverdale | 3,629 | 25.9% | 1,853 Mbps | 6.5 | C+ | 89/100 |
| Sunset | 3,014 | 50.0% | 1,363 Mbps | 7.4 | B- | 69/100 |
ZIP codes in Boise
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83709 | 59,989 | 24.6% | 1,779 Mbps | 7.2 | C+ | 84/100 |
| 83704 | 42,309 | 64.2% | 3,358 Mbps | 7.4 | B | 67/100 |
| 83706 | 33,982 | 33.8% | 1,225 Mbps | 9 | B- | 59/100 |
| 83713 | 30,062 | 53.8% | 3,925 Mbps | 7 | B | 87/100 |
| 83705 | 27,349 | 55.9% | 1,815 Mbps | 8.8 | B | 61/100 |
| 83702 | 24,251 | 68.8% | 1,634 Mbps | 8.3 | B | 72/100 |
| 83716 | 21,295 | 28.6% | 1,134 Mbps | 7.6 | C+ | 83/100 |
| 83703 | 18,054 | 37.5% | 1,317 Mbps | 8.3 | B- | 71/100 |
| 83712 | 9,442 | 39.7% | 1,265 Mbps | 8.8 | B- | 68/100 |
How Boise Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Boise that have their own pages are all within 20 miles. Among them, Nampa has the most homes with fiber (68.9%) and Robie Creek the fewest (0.0%); Boise has 49.2%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise metro area (this page) | 764,718 | 49.2% | 2,763 Mbps | 7.6 | B | 78/100 |
| Meridian | 124,016 | 66.9% | 3,238 Mbps | 7.6 | B | 89/100 |
| Nampa | 121,546 | 68.9% | 4,981 Mbps | 8 | B+ | 77/100 |
| Eagle | 34,286 | 43.9% | 1,428 Mbps | 8.3 | B- | 85/100 |
| Kuna | 32,044 | 19.2% | 1,426 Mbps | 6.9 | C+ | 76/100 |
| Garden City | 28,742 | 65.1% | 2,944 Mbps | 7.9 | B | 76/100 |
| Star | 15,292 | 44.2% | 1,313 Mbps | 8 | B- | 84/100 |
| Middleton | 13,454 | 19.0% | 1,135 Mbps | 7.5 | C+ | 75/100 |
| Mora | 2,223 | 49.2% | 1,708 Mbps | 10.1 | B | 82/100 |
| Robie Creek | 1,193 | 0.0% | 85 Mbps | 2.7 | F | 44/100 |
| Pearl | 332 | 0.0% | 773 Mbps | 4.4 | D | 43/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Boise?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by CenturyLink. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Quantum 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 Boise
| Quantum Fiber | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| TDS | 8,000 |
| Ziply | 6,000 |
| Fatbeam | 5,000 |
| CenturyLink | 2,000 |
| Anthem Broadband | 2,000 |
| Sparklight | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 1,000 |
| White Cloud | 1,000 |
| CTC Telecom | 1,000 |
| Silver Star | 1,000 |
| Rise Broadband | 500 |
| Vickery Internet | 500 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Boise Internet Providers
Based on 34 reviews from Idaho internet customers, Sparklight is the best internet service provider for Boise residents. Sparklight was rated at an average of 4.25 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in Idaho, with 3.00 out of 5 stars and 68.3% coverage in Boise.
At a national level, based on 2669 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 Boise Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Boise, Idaho, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Boise Overall | Idaho Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sparklight |  (5) | (12) | (82) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (3) | (7) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (3) | (52) | View Plans | ||
| TDS | (0) | (3) | (39) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (3) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Ziply | (0) | (5) | (72) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| CTC | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| White Cloud | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Vickery Internet | (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 |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Boise
Based on data reported by Boise ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Quantum Fiber. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in Boise. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,488 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 CenturyLink. This indicates CenturyLink reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Boise Speed | Idaho Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CenturyLink | (3) | (7) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| Sparklight | (5) | (12) | (82) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (3) | (52) | View Plans | ||
| TDS | (0) | (3) | (39) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (3) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Ziply | (0) | (5) | (72) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| CTC | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| White Cloud | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Vickery Internet | (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 |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Boise?
Of the providers in Boise, customers rate CenturyLink the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Boise where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Idaho or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
CenturyLink is rated 4.33 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Sparklight is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.20 out of 5.
The table below shows 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sparklight | (5) | (12) | (82) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (3) | (7) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (3) | (52) | View Plans | ||
| TDS | (0) | (3) | (39) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (3) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Ziply | (0) | (5) | (72) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| CTC | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (0) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| White Cloud | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Vickery Internet | (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 |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Idaho
Customer Reviews
An Idaho Customer
CenturyLink DSL
July 08, 2025 Century Link has been a really good internet provider for as long as we have been using them. They offered us a sign-up discount of a lower monthly price. They discount price is good for two years. The internet speed they provide has not ever caused issues.
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.
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.
An Idaho Customer
CenturyLink DSL
September 10, 2024 JB
Sparklight 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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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 Sparklight.
- The fastest internet provider should be Quantum Fiber. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, CenturyLink may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Boise is CenturyLink.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and CenturyLink has the broadest coverage in Boise, available to 92.8% 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.