Best Internet Providers in Cottonwood Shores, TX
All 9 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Cottonwood Shores, TX
Cottonwood Shores has 9 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 2 available internet technologies in Cottonwood Shores.
Ranks compare Cottonwood Shores with the 15,682 US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Cottonwood Shores, TX at a Glance
Cottonwood Shores Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Vyve Broadband
Connection
Customer Rating
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Rise Broadband
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
VGI Technology
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 Cottonwood Shores ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Cottonwood Shores, TX?
T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet provider in Cottonwood Shores based on Texas customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, T-Mobile Home Internet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Cottonwood Shores, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet is an option for 79.27% of the city.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Cottonwood Shores?
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 Cottonwood Shores
- Vyve Broadband - cable coverage map
- VGI Technology - fixed wireless coverage map
- Nextlink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Zero2 Wireless - fixed wireless coverage map
- Rise Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
How Cottonwood Shores Compares to Places Its Size
Cottonwood Shores's report card score is in the bottom 20% and its connectivity index is in the top 37%.
| Measure | Cottonwood Shores | Rank among US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people | Burnet County | Texas | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 0.0% | bottom 8% | 23.0% | 82.8% | 71.5% | 1,056 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 989 Mbps | bottom 24% | 1,532 Mbps | 4,265 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Collegedale, TN and Lakesite, TN and 2 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.9 | top 21% | 7.7 | 8.1 | 7.1 | McLendon-Chisholm, TX (14.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.9 | top 11% | 2.5 | 2.8 | 2.7 | St. George, GA (6.2) |
| Workers who work from home | 5% | bottom 19% | 14% | 15% | 15% | Indian Springs, NV (76%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | top 10% | 97% | 96% | 96% | 515 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 97% | top 5% | 92% | 92% | 91% | 115 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 59% | bottom 34% | 54% | 74% | 76% | Bunkerville, NV and Fort Myer, VA and 3 more (100%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 82% | top 27% | 79% | 80% | 81% | 12 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $67,764 | bottom 39% | $82,658 | $92,311 | $93,246 | 16 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 12% | bottom 47% | 12% | 17% | 16% | University Park, PA (95%) |
Fiber reaches 0.0% of homes in Cottonwood Shores, against 23.0% across Burnet County and 82.8% across Texas. Households in Cottonwood Shores are larger than the US average (2.9 people against 2.7); 5% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $67,764 (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 Cottonwood Shores
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Cottonwood Shores?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no fiber providers available in Cottonwood Shores, TX.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Cottonwood Shores?
VGI Technology Fixed Wireless in Cottonwood Shores, TX
Availability:
100.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
638 Mbps
VGI Technology offers Fixed Wireless service to 100.0% of Cottonwood Shores homes. Across the city, VGI Technology Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 638 Mbps, with speeds from 400 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 100 and as high as 200, with an average of 140 Mbps throughout the city.
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless in Cottonwood Shores, TX
Availability:
100.0%
Customer Rating:
(15)
Avg. Download Speed
53 Mbps
Rise Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 100.0% of Cottonwood Shores homes. Across the city, Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 53 Mbps, with speeds from 50 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 20, with an average of 11 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Cottonwood Shores, TX
Availability:
99.4%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
292 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.4% of Cottonwood Shores homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 292 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 20 Mbps throughout the city.
Nextlink Fixed Wireless in Cottonwood Shores, TX
Availability:
95.9%
Customer Rating:
(14)
Avg. Download Speed
582 Mbps
Nextlink offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.9% of Cottonwood Shores homes. Across the city, Nextlink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 582 Mbps, with speeds from 100 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 1,000, with an average of 249 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Cottonwood Shores, TX
Availability:
79.3%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 79.3% of Cottonwood Shores homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Zero2 Wireless Fixed Wireless in Cottonwood Shores, TX
Availability:
55.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
209 Mbps
Zero2 Wireless offers Fixed Wireless service to 55.9% of Cottonwood Shores homes. Across the city, Zero2 Wireless Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 209 Mbps, with speeds from 200 Mpbs up to 400 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 35, with an average of 35 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Cottonwood Shores, TX
Availability:
32.9%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 32.9% of Cottonwood Shores homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Cottonwood Shores, TX
Availability:
32.9%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 32.9% of Cottonwood Shores homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Cottonwood Shores?
Vyve Broadband Cable in Cottonwood Shores, TX
Availability:
95.6%
Customer Rating:
(16)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Vyve Broadband offers Cable service to 95.6% of Cottonwood Shores homes. Across the city, Vyve Broadband Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Cottonwood Shores?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Cottonwood Shores, TX.
Internet in Cottonwood Shores by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Cottonwood Shores
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Cottonwood Shores
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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How Cottonwood Shores Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Cottonwood Shores that have their own pages are all within 11 miles. Among them, Round Mountain has the most homes with fiber (44.2%) and Kingsland the fewest (1.5%); Cottonwood Shores has 0.0%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Shores (this page) | 1,447 | 0.0% | 989 Mbps | 6.9 | C- | 56/100 |
| Marble Falls | 11,569 | 26.7% | 1,133 Mbps | 8.3 | C+ | 59/100 |
| Kingsland | 8,423 | 1.5% | 991 Mbps | 9 | C | 39/100 |
| Granite Shoals | 5,238 | 1.9% | 1,000 Mbps | 6.6 | C- | 72/100 |
| Horseshoe Bay | 4,291 | 12.8% | 918 Mbps | 8.1 | C | 50/100 |
| Meadowlakes | 2,247 | 10.1% | 1,620 Mbps | 8.9 | B- | 67/100 |
| Round Mountain | 1,094 | 44.2% | 659 Mbps | 7.2 | C | 33/100 |
| Sunrise Beach Village | 888 | 0.0% | 952 Mbps | 8.8 | C | 46/100 |
| Highland Haven | 675 | 0.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 8.1 | C | 65/100 |
| Smithwick | 593 | 32.7% | 3,190 Mbps | 6.8 | B- | 41/100 |
| Fairland | 411 | 20.2% | 707 Mbps | 7.3 | C | 42/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Cottonwood Shores?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by T-Mobile Home Internet. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Vyve Broadband 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 Cottonwood Shores
| VGI Technology | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Nextlink | 1,000 |
| Vyve Broadband | 1,000 |
| Zero2 Wireless | 400 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Rise Broadband | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 25 |
| AT&T | 25 |
| EarthLink | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Cottonwood Shores Internet Providers
Based on 260 reviews from Texas internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for Cottonwood Shores residents. T-Mobile Home Internet was rated at an average of 3.97 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in Texas, with 3.94 out of 5 stars and 99.4% coverage in Cottonwood Shores.
At a national level, based on 2280 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Cottonwood Shores Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Cottonwood Shores, Texas, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Cottonwood Shores Overall | Texas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (29) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (16) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (184) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Vyve Broadband | (0) | (3) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (16) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (4) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Zero2 Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| VGI Technology | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Cottonwood Shores
Based on data reported by Cottonwood Shores ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Vyve Broadband. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Cottonwood Shores. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,000 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 T-Mobile Home Internet. This indicates T-Mobile Home Internet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Cottonwood Shores Speed | Texas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (29) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (16) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (184) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Vyve Broadband | (0) | (3) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (16) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Zero2 Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| VGI Technology | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Cottonwood Shores?
Of the providers in Cottonwood Shores, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Cottonwood Shores where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Texas or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
T-Mobile Home Internet is rated 3.97 out of 5 for price, which is similar to the average across all internet providers in the country. Verizon is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.88 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Cottonwood Shores, Texas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Cottonwood Shores
| ISP / Tech Type | Cottonwood Shores Affordability | Texas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (29) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (16) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (184) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (16) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Vyve Broadband | (0) | (3) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Zero2 Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| VGI Technology | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Texas
Customer Reviews
Mike M
Spectrum Cable
November 10, 2026 Frequent outages for extended periods of time. Bastrop, Texas is not serviced well.
Evelyn O.
Optimum Cable
November 05, 2026 It's not the best in the world and they are way too high.
ISPReports User
Peoples Fiber
October 26, 2026 great service and great customer service
Glen M
Brazos Communications Fiber
October 06, 2026 Great
Paul West
Nortex Communications Fiber
October 06, 2026 Rate your provider
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Cottonwood Shores?
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 Cottonwood Shores is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be Vyve Broadband. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, T-Mobile Home Internet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Cottonwood Shores is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, VGI Technology, Rise Broadband, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Cottonwood Shores, available to 100.0% 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.