Best Internet Providers in Hartford, CT
All 9 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Hartford, CT
Hartford has 9 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 Hartford.
Ranks compare Hartford with the 60 US metropolitan cities (1,000,000+ people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Hartford, CT at a Glance
Hartford Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Frontier
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
XFINITY
Connection
Customer Rating
Cable
GoNetspeed
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cox
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
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 Hartford ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Hartford, CT?
GoNetspeed is the best internet provider in Hartford based on Connecticut customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, GoNetspeed had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Hartford, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. GoNetspeed is an option for 44.28% of the city.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Hartford?
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 Hartford
- Frontier - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- GoNetspeed - fiber coverage map
- Cox - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Cox - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- Frontier - dsl coverage map
How Hartford Compares to Places Its Size
Hartford's report card score is tied 13th of 60 and its connectivity index is tied 38th of 60.
| Measure | Hartford | Rank among US metropolitan cities (1,000,000+ people) | Hartford County | Connecticut | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 91.7% | 8th of 60 | 92.0% | 93.9% | 71.5% | Bronx, NY (98.1%) |
| Average top speed | 6,559 Mbps | 3rd of 60 | 6,589 Mbps | 6,892 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Salt Lake City, UT (7,550 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.6 | 41st of 60 | 6.8 | 6.8 | 7.1 | San Jose, CA (10.3) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.5 | Tied 44th of 60 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Riverside, CA (3.3) |
| Workers who work from home | 17% | Tied 28th of 60 | 16% | 16% | 15% | Austin, TX (27%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 96% | Tied 31st of 60 | 95% | 96% | 96% | Austin, TX and Dallas, TX and 8 more (98%) |
| Homes with internet | 92% | Tied 33rd of 60 | 92% | 93% | 91% | San Jose, CA (96%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 80% | Tied 21st of 60 | 79% | 80% | 76% | San Jose, CA (85%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 82% | Tied 33rd of 60 | 81% | 83% | 81% | San Jose, CA and Washington, DC (90%) |
| Median household income | $107,526 | 17th of 60 | $106,079 | $111,414 | $93,246 | San Jose, CA ($168,376) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 17% | Tied 5th of 60 | 16% | 16% | 16% | Fresno, CA (20%) |
Fiber reaches 91.7% of homes in Hartford, against 92.0% across Hartford County and 93.9% across Connecticut. Households in Hartford are smaller than the US average (2.5 people against 2.7); 17% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $107,526 (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 Hartford
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Hartford?
Frontier Fiber in Hartford, CT
Availability:
90.7%
Customer Rating:
(119)
Avg. Download Speed
6,927 Mbps
Frontier Communications offers Fiber service to 90.7% of Hartford homes. Across the city, Frontier Fiber has speeds up to 6,927 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 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. Frontier Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Hartford from Frontier in terms of customer satisfaction.
GoNetspeed Fiber in Hartford, CT
Availability:
44.3%
Customer Rating:
(21)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
GoNetspeed offers Fiber service to 44.3% of Hartford homes. Across the city, GoNetspeed Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Cox Fiber in Hartford, CT
Availability:
2.5%
Customer Rating:
(54)
Avg. Download Speed
1,714 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Fiber service to 2.5% of Hartford homes. Across the city, Cox Fiber has speeds up to 1,714 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 2,000, with an average of 93 Mbps throughout the city. Cox Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Hartford from Cox in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Hartford?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Hartford, CT
Availability:
94.6%
Customer Rating:
(341)
Avg. Download Speed
67 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.6% of Hartford homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 67 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 12 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Hartford, CT
Availability:
84.4%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
279 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 84.4% of Hartford homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 279 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 20 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Hartford, CT
Availability:
82.1%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 82.1% of Hartford homes. Across the city, EarthLink 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.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Hartford, CT
Availability:
82.1%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 82.1% of Hartford homes. Across the city, AT&T 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.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Hartford?
XFINITY Cable in Hartford, CT
Availability:
66.9%
Customer Rating:
(2074)
Avg. Download Speed
1,947 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 66.9% of Hartford homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,947 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 2,000, with an average of 238 Mbps throughout the city.
Cox Cable in Hartford, CT
Availability:
30.2%
Customer Rating:
(399)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Cable service to 30.2% of Hartford homes. Across the city, Cox Cable has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Spectrum Cable in Hartford, CT
Availability:
3.5%
Customer Rating:
(1738)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 3.5% of Hartford homes. Across the city, Spectrum 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 Hartford?
Frontier DSL in Hartford, CT
Availability:
64.3%
Customer Rating:
(58)
Avg. Download Speed
27 Mbps
Frontier Communications offers DSL service to 64.3% of Hartford homes. Across the city, Frontier DSL has speeds up to 27 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 200 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 200, with an average of 2.1 Mbps throughout the city. Frontier DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Hartford from Frontier in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Hartford by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 27.3% of homes in Downtown Hartford to 100.0% in South End Hartford; by ZIP code, from 33.0% in 06103 to 98.4% in 06112. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Hartford
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barry Square | 13,957 | 80.4% | 6,359 Mbps | 6.8 | B+ | 41/100 |
| South End Hartford | 13,213 | 100.0% | 7,000 Mbps | 6.3 | A- | 58/100 |
| North East | 11,199 | 97.2% | 6,861 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 38/100 |
| Asylum Hill | 10,586 | 68.8% | 5,184 Mbps | 6.3 | B | 34/100 |
| Blue Hills | 10,555 | 77.8% | 6,983 Mbps | 6.5 | B | 64/100 |
| West End | 9,158 | 83.5% | 6,173 Mbps | 7.2 | B+ | 39/100 |
| Frog Hollow | 8,802 | 88.9% | 6,044 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 37/100 |
| Behind The Rocks | 8,629 | 95.8% | 6,791 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 62/100 |
| South West | 6,914 | 99.7% | 6,983 Mbps | 5.9 | A- | 56/100 |
| Upper Albany | 6,814 | 97.2% | 6,866 Mbps | 6.6 | A- | 39/100 |
| Clay Arsenal | 6,437 | 79.3% | 5,969 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 43/100 |
| Parkville | 5,993 | 96.6% | 6,831 Mbps | 6.9 | A- | 56/100 |
| Sheldon Charter Oak | 3,242 | 28.9% | 3,371 Mbps | 6 | C+ | 56/100 |
| Downtown Hartford | 3,065 | 27.3% | 3,038 Mbps | 5.5 | C+ | 58/100 |
ZIP codes in Hartford
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06106 | 38,269 | 83.1% | 6,167 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 48/100 |
| 06114 | 26,062 | 94.8% | 6,741 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 50/100 |
| 06112 | 20,735 | 98.4% | 6,933 Mbps | 6.1 | A- | 43/100 |
| 06105 | 18,813 | 74.2% | 5,548 Mbps | 6.7 | B | 36/100 |
| 06120 | 12,823 | 80.6% | 6,332 Mbps | 6.3 | B | 47/100 |
| 06103 | 2,532 | 33.0% | 3,257 Mbps | 5.5 | C+ | 62/100 |
How Hartford Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Hartford that have their own pages are all within 7 miles. Among them, Bloomfield has the most homes with fiber (97.1%) and Rocky Hill the fewest (67.2%); Hartford has 91.7%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford metro area (this page) | 1,213,531 | 91.7% | 6,559 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 70/100 |
| West Hartford | 63,626 | 96.0% | 6,823 Mbps | 6.9 | A- | 78/100 |
| East Hartford | 50,926 | 94.9% | 6,738 Mbps | 7.2 | A- | 61/100 |
| Newington | 30,536 | 94.1% | 6,689 Mbps | 7.3 | A- | 63/100 |
| Windsor | 29,418 | 92.4% | 6,576 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 78/100 |
| Wethersfield | 27,283 | 94.0% | 6,543 Mbps | 6.8 | A- | 71/100 |
| Bloomfield | 20,964 | 97.1% | 6,838 Mbps | 7.5 | A- | 62/100 |
| Rocky Hill | 20,845 | 67.2% | 5,294 Mbps | 6.9 | B | 61/100 |
| Glastonbury Center | 8,208 | 96.6% | 6,726 Mbps | 7.3 | A- | 70/100 |
| East Windsor Hill | 225 | 100.0% | 7,000 Mbps | 6.2 | A- | 69/100 |
| Wilson | 110 | 85.5% | 6,273 Mbps | 6.7 | B+ | 70/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Hartford?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by GoNetspeed. 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 Hartford
| Frontier Communications | 7,000 |
|---|---|
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| GoNetspeed | 2,000 |
| Cox Communications | 2,000 |
| Verizon | 1,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in Hartford. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Hartford Internet Providers
Based on 87 reviews from Connecticut internet customers, GoNetspeed is the best internet service provider for Hartford residents. GoNetspeed was rated at an average of 4.63 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in Connecticut, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 94.6% coverage in Hartford.
At a national level, based on 7197 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, GoNetspeed is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.26 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Hartford Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Hartford, Connecticut, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Hartford Overall | Connecticut Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GoNetspeed |  (0) | (8) | (23) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (6) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (0) | (3) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (8) | (1948) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (14) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (4) | (44) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (0) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Hartford
Based on data reported by Hartford 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 Hartford. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 6,585 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 GoNetspeed. This indicates GoNetspeed reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Hartford Speed | Connecticut Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GoNetspeed | (0) | (8) | (23) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (6) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (4) | (44) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (0) | (3) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (8) | (1948) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (14) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (0) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Hartford?
Of the providers in Hartford, customers rate GoNetspeed the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Hartford where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Connecticut or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
GoNetspeed is rated 4.38 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Hartford, Connecticut, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Hartford
| ISP / Tech Type | Hartford Affordability | Connecticut Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GoNetspeed | (0) | (8) | (23) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (6) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (14) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (0) | (3) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (8) | (1948) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (4) | (44) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (0) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Connecticut
Customer Reviews
ISPReports User
XFINITY
August 02, 2026 spotty cell service for phone.
TK
XFINITY Cable
May 16, 2026 My internet provider is reliable and affordable.
A Rocky Hill, CT Customer
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless
May 16, 2026 A Hartford, CT Customer
XFINITY Cable
April 28, 2026 Overall Xfinity provided very fast internet. The key is having a router that supports the higher speeds. The area we have struggled with the most is the price. We have gone back and forth with customer service to get lower rates given the more competitive prices being offered by new market entrants. Unfortunately Xfinity won't budge and may soon lose our service as the competitors provide faster speeds at lower cost.
lyssa l
XFINITY Cable
April 26, 2026 I've been using Xfinity for about two years now, and overall, it's been a solid experience. I work remotely and stream a lot of content, and the 200 Mbps plan has been more than enough for my needs. Speeds are consistent, and I rarely experience outages. I especially appreciate the self-service tools in the Xfinity app—it makes managing my plan and checking for issues super easy.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Hartford?
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 Hartford is GoNetspeed.
- The fastest internet provider should be Frontier Communications. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, GoNetspeed may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Hartford is GoNetspeed.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and Frontier Communications has the broadest coverage in Hartford, available to 95.4% 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.