Best Internet Providers in Garland, TX
All 10 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Garland, TX
Garland has 10 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless 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 Garland.
Ranks compare Garland with the 41 US large cities (250,000 to 499,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Garland, TX at a Glance
Garland Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Spectrum
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
Frontier
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
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 Garland ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Garland, TX?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Garland based on 488 Texas 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 Garland?
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 Garland
- Frontier - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Hotwire Communications - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Nextlink - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Element8 - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- Rise Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
How Garland Compares to Places Its Size
Garland's report card score is 17th of 41 and its connectivity index is tied 14th of 41.
| Measure | Garland | Rank among US large cities (250,000 to 499,999 people) | Dallas County | Texas | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 96.7% | 4th of 41 | 91.3% | 82.8% | 71.5% | Staten Island, NY (99.5%) |
| Average top speed | 6,259 Mbps | 7th of 41 | 4,671 Mbps | 4,265 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Oakland, CA (7,941 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 5.8 | 39th of 41 | 7.6 | 8.1 | 7.1 | San Juan, PR (14.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 3.0 | Tied 9th of 41 | 2.8 | 2.8 | 2.7 | Santa Ana, CA (4.0) |
| Workers who work from home | 13% | Tied 24th of 41 | 16% | 15% | 15% | Scottsdale, AZ (31%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 99% | Tied 1st of 41 | 97% | 96% | 96% | Tied with Gilbert, AZ and Irvine, CA and 5 more |
| Homes with internet | 95% | Tied 7th of 41 | 92% | 92% | 91% | Gilbert, AZ and Katy, TX and 2 more (97%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 73% | Tied 36th of 41 | 75% | 74% | 76% | Gilbert, AZ (89%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 82% | Tied 26th of 41 | 80% | 80% | 81% | Gilbert, AZ and Irvine, CA (95%) |
| Median household income | $82,215 | 31st of 41 | $90,015 | $92,311 | $93,246 | Irvine, CA ($152,298) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 16% | Tied 23rd of 41 | 16% | 17% | 16% | Irvine, CA (25%) |
Fiber reaches 96.7% of homes in Garland, against 91.3% across Dallas County and 82.8% across Texas. Households in Garland are larger than the US average (3.0 people against 2.7); 13% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $82,215 (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 Garland
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Garland?
Frontier Fiber in Garland, TX
Availability:
81.9%
Customer Rating:
(119)
Avg. Download Speed
6,780 Mbps
Frontier Communications offers Fiber service to 81.9% of Garland homes. Across the city, Frontier Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 6,780 Mbps, with speeds from 5,000 Mpbs up to 7,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Frontier Fiber.
EarthLink Fiber in Garland, TX
Availability:
14.4%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,663 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 14.4% of Garland homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,663 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for EarthLink Fiber. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Garland from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Garland, TX
Availability:
14.4%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,663 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 14.4% of Garland homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,663 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for AT&T Fiber. AT&T Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Garland from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Spectrum Fiber in Garland, TX
Availability:
11.8%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 11.8% of Garland homes. Across the city, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Hotwire Communications Fiber in Garland, TX
Availability:
4.4%
Customer Rating:
(11)
Avg. Download Speed
4,458 Mbps
Hotwire Communications offers Fiber service to 4.4% of Garland homes. Across the city, Hotwire Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 4,458 Mbps, with speeds from 2,500 Mpbs up to 8,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Hotwire Communications Fiber.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Garland?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Garland, TX
Availability:
96.2%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
227 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.2% of Garland homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 227 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 16 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Garland, TX
Availability:
95.8%
Customer Rating:
(341)
Avg. Download Speed
68 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.8% of Garland homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 68 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 13 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Garland, TX
Availability:
55.5%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
46 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 55.5% of Garland homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 46 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 7.7 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Garland, TX
Availability:
55.5%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
46 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 55.5% of Garland homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 46 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 7.7 Mbps throughout the city.
Nextlink Fixed Wireless in Garland, TX
Availability:
8.9%
Customer Rating:
(14)
Avg. Download Speed
385 Mbps
Nextlink offers Fixed Wireless service to 8.9% of Garland homes. Across the city, Nextlink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 385 Mbps, with speeds from 300 Mpbs up to 500 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 75 and as high as 100, with an average of 91 Mbps throughout the city.
Element8 Fixed Wireless in Garland, TX
Availability:
4.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
500 Mbps
Element8 offers Fixed Wireless service to 4.7% of Garland homes. Across the city, Element8 Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 500 Mbps
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless in Garland, TX
Availability:
2.0%
Customer Rating:
(15)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
Rise Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.0% of Garland homes. Across the city, Rise Broadband 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 Garland?
Spectrum Cable in Garland, TX
Availability:
98.7%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 98.7% of Garland homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Garland?
EarthLink DSL in Garland, TX
Availability:
15.3%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
69 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 15.3% of Garland homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 69 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 14 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Garland from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Garland, TX
Availability:
15.3%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
69 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 15.3% of Garland homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 69 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 14 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Garland from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Garland by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 88.5% of homes in Chandler Heights to 100.0% in Oaks; by ZIP code, from 94.5% in 75043 to 99.2% in 75044. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Garland
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coomer Creek | 7,193 | 99.3% | 6,992 Mbps | 5.6 | B+ | 88/100 |
| Oakridge | 5,611 | 98.6% | 6,917 Mbps | 6.4 | A- | 89/100 |
| Apollo Arapaho and Camelot | 5,437 | 100.0% | 7,000 Mbps | 5.2 | B+ | 78/100 |
| Chandler Heights | 4,532 | 88.5% | 6,092 Mbps | 4.1 | B- | 58/100 |
| Northeast Garland | 3,948 | 100.0% | 7,022 Mbps | 3.9 | B+ | 62/100 |
| Oaks | 3,438 | 100.0% | 4,956 Mbps | 7.8 | A | 86/100 |
| Almeta-Bonita-Bella Vista | 3,240 | 100.0% | 6,667 Mbps | 5.3 | B+ | 67/100 |
| New West | 3,150 | 90.7% | 4,629 Mbps | 4.6 | B- | 51/100 |
| Monica Park | 3,116 | 100.0% | 7,000 Mbps | 4 | B+ | 41/100 |
ZIP codes in Garland
How Garland Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Garland that have their own pages are all within 10 miles. Among them, Murphy has the most homes with fiber (99.9%) and Sunnyvale the fewest (68.5%); Garland has 96.7%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garland (this page) | 254,104 | 96.7% | 6,259 Mbps | 5.8 | B+ | 76/100 |
| Mesquite | 154,121 | 94.1% | 4,503 Mbps | 8.4 | A- | 75/100 |
| Richardson | 130,578 | 87.2% | 4,337 Mbps | 8 | B+ | 80/100 |
| Wylie | 64,364 | 92.5% | 6,431 Mbps | 7 | B+ | 95/100 |
| Rowlett | 63,010 | 99.2% | 6,965 Mbps | 6.7 | A- | 90/100 |
| Sachse | 27,310 | 99.4% | 6,830 Mbps | 6 | A- | 92/100 |
| University Park | 25,282 | 84.8% | 4,389 Mbps | 8.5 | B+ | 96/100 |
| Murphy | 20,092 | 99.9% | 7,025 Mbps | 7.4 | A | 95/100 |
| Heath | 11,170 | 92.9% | 4,455 Mbps | 12 | A- | 93/100 |
| Sunnyvale | 8,239 | 68.5% | 3,203 Mbps | 8.6 | B+ | 89/100 |
| Parker | 6,984 | 96.8% | 6,821 Mbps | 8.1 | A- | 98/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Garland?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Spectrum. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Frontier Communications 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 Garland
| Hotwire Communications | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| Frontier Communications | 7,000 |
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Nextlink | 5,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Element8 | 500 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| Rise Broadband | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Garland Internet Providers
Based on 488 reviews from Texas internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Garland residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 3.63 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. EarthLink wins for second-place in Texas, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 65.4% coverage in Garland.
At a national level, based on 4401 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 Garland Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Garland, Texas, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Garland Overall | Texas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (1) | (184) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (4) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (16) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (29) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (16) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (2) | (32) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (3) | (199) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Element8 | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Garland
Based on data reported by Garland ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Frontier Communications. The company offers speeds up to 7,000 Mbps in Garland. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 6,780 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 Spectrum. This indicates Spectrum reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Garland Speed | Texas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | (3) | (199) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (184) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (16) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (29) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (16) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (2) | (32) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Element8 | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Garland?
Of the providers in Garland, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Garland 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.
AT&T is rated 4.00 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. EarthLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Garland, Texas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Garland
| ISP / Tech Type | Garland Affordability | Texas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (1) | (184) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (16) | (19) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (29) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (16) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (2) | (32) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (3) | (199) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Element8 | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Texas
Customer Reviews
An Arkansas Customer
XFINITY Cable
June 22, 2023 New Service
Frontier Fiber
May 03, 2023 I recently moved, so I've only had this service for a week. My prior provider was XFINITY in MS. I loved the service. Comcast has come a long way. Frontier seems a little slow thus far but I'm still evaluating and will give it a few weeks before checking for upgrades..
A Garland, TX Customer
Frontier Fiber
April 25, 2023 Overall, my internet service is satisfactory. I don't have many options to choose from in my area, so I'm happy that I at least have reliable and capable internet access. Download speeds are okay, but nothing cutting edge. For what I pay I would like to have more competitive speeds. Any higher speeds would require a significant increase in my current bill. But I'm largely satisfied with my ISP.
A Garland, TX Customer
Spectrum Cable
March 25, 2023 
A Garland, TX Customer
AT&T DSL
March 17, 2023 I am currently content with the services provided by AT&T when it comes to my internet. They offered me a good deal when it came to internet speed, downable speed, and even offered me unlimited data when it comes to my home internet. Not to mention the variety of modems available in their online stores, along with other devices to could help elevate my internet experience. All in all, if my internet package can handle having around 8 devices on it all at once and still have fast and reliable internet speed, then I'm good with AT&T as my internet provider.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Garland?
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 Garland is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be Frontier Communications. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Spectrum may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Garland is AT&T.
- Viasat, Spectrum, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Garland, available to 98.9% 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.