Best Internet Providers in Matthews, NC
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Matthews, NC
Matthews has 8 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 Matthews.
Ranks compare Matthews with the 1,383 US suburban and regional cities (25,000 to 49,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Matthews, NC at a Glance
Matthews Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Spectrum
Connection
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Fiber
Cable
Windstream
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
GFiber
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
EarthLink
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 Matthews ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Matthews, NC?
Windstream is the highest-rated internet provider in Matthews based on 311 North Carolina customer reviews, and Google Fiber 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 Matthews?
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 Matthews
- Google Fiber - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- Windstream - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Ripple Fiber - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- Windstream - dsl coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
How Matthews Compares to Places Its Size
Matthews's report card score is in the top 15% and its connectivity index is in the top 15%.
| Measure | Matthews | Rank among US suburban and regional cities (25,000 to 49,999 people) | Mecklenburg County | North Carolina | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 90.4% | top 39% | 89.4% | 78.0% | 71.5% | 25 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 6,445 Mbps | top 13% | 4,953 Mbps | 3,577 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Hixson, TN (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 7.9 | top 32% | 8.5 | 7.3 | 7.1 | San Lorenzo, CA (13) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.7 | top 36% | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Kiryas Joel, NY (5.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 19% | top 27% | 29% | 16% | 15% | Venice, CA (47%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | top 13% | 97% | 95% | 96% | 16 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 94% | top 38% | 94% | 91% | 91% | 13 places at 99% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 87% | top 13% | 84% | 77% | 76% | Burke, VA and Colleyville, TX and 3 more (94%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 91% | top 15% | 86% | 80% | 81% | University Park, TX (99%) |
| Median household income | $116,229 | top 28% | $100,508 | $83,207 | $93,246 | Scarsdale, NY ($244,191) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 14% | bottom 38% | 16% | 16% | 16% | Rexburg, ID (71%) |
Fiber reaches 90.4% of homes in Matthews, against 89.4% across Mecklenburg County and 78.0% across North Carolina. Households in Matthews are the same size as the US average (2.7 people against 2.7); 19% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $116,229 (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 Matthews
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Matthews?
Google Fiber in Matthews, NC
Availability:
70.3%
Customer Rating:
(105)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
Google Fiber offers Fiber service to 70.3% of Matthews homes. Across the city, Google Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Windstream Fiber in Matthews, NC
Availability:
31.9%
Customer Rating:
(40)
Avg. Download Speed
1,511 Mbps
Windstream offers Fiber service to 31.9% of Matthews homes. Across the city, Windstream Fiber has speeds up to 1,511 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Windstream Fiber. Windstream Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Matthews from Windstream in terms of customer satisfaction.
EarthLink Fiber in Matthews, NC
Availability:
29.3%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,548 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 29.3% of Matthews homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,548 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 Matthews from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Matthews, NC
Availability:
29.3%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,548 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 29.3% of Matthews homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,548 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 Matthews from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Spectrum Fiber in Matthews, NC
Availability:
11.3%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 11.3% of Matthews homes. Across the city, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Ripple Fiber in Matthews, NC
Availability:
7.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Ripple Fiber offers Fiber service to 7.3% of Matthews homes. Across the city, Ripple Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Matthews?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Matthews, NC
Availability:
97.9%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
277 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.9% of Matthews homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 277 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.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Matthews, NC
Availability:
97.6%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
83 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.6% of Matthews homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 83 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 16 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Matthews, NC
Availability:
95.2%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
38 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.2% of Matthews homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 38 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 6.0 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Matthews, NC
Availability:
95.2%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
38 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.2% of Matthews homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 38 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 6.0 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Matthews?
Spectrum Cable in Matthews, NC
Availability:
98.6%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 98.6% of Matthews homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Matthews?
Windstream DSL in Matthews, NC
Availability:
74.8%
Customer Rating:
(52)
Avg. Download Speed
150 Mbps
Windstream offers DSL service to 74.8% of Matthews homes. Across the city, Windstream DSL has speeds up to 150 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 300 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 17 Mbps throughout the city. Windstream DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Matthews from Windstream in terms of customer satisfaction.
EarthLink DSL in Matthews, NC
Availability:
19.4%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
60 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 19.4% of Matthews homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 60 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 12 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Matthews from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Matthews, NC
Availability:
19.4%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
60 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 19.4% of Matthews homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 60 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 12 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Matthews from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Matthews by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Matthews has 2 neighborhoods and 1 ZIP code with their own pages. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Matthews
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marshbrooke | 15,719 | 88.7% | 5,652 Mbps | 8.7 | A- | 82/100 |
| Providence Estates East | 3,620 | 93.6% | 5,710 Mbps | 7.7 | A- | 95/100 |
ZIP codes in Matthews
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28105 | 44,179 | 89.8% | 6,534 Mbps | 7.8 | A- | 84/100 |
How Matthews Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Matthews that have their own pages are all within 10 miles. Among them, Lake Park has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Marvin the fewest (88.3%); Matthews has 90.4%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthews (this page) | 49,126 | 90.4% | 6,445 Mbps | 7.9 | A- | 86/100 |
| Charlotte metro area | 2,660,329 | 79.7% | 3,985 Mbps | 7.5 | B+ | 77/100 |
| Indian Trail | 37,999 | 90.4% | 2,104 Mbps | 7.1 | B+ | 90/100 |
| Mint Hill | 28,960 | 90.5% | 3,928 Mbps | 8.5 | A- | 86/100 |
| Stallings | 16,190 | 97.9% | 2,606 Mbps | 7.5 | A- | 87/100 |
| Pineville | 15,897 | 92.0% | 4,925 Mbps | 9.3 | A- | 74/100 |
| Weddington | 13,875 | 96.9% | 6,437 Mbps | 8.4 | A | 96/100 |
| Wesley Chapel | 13,314 | 91.8% | 2,756 Mbps | 7.1 | B+ | 95/100 |
| Marvin | 8,880 | 88.3% | 2,291 Mbps | 7.1 | B+ | 98/100 |
| Lake Park | 3,913 | 100.0% | 2,268 Mbps | 7 | A- | 87/100 |
| Hemby Bridge | 2,005 | 95.7% | 2,681 Mbps | 7.9 | A- | 94/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Matthews?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by AT&T. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Google 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 Matthews
| Google Fiber | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Windstream | 2,000 |
| Ripple Fiber | 2,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Matthews Internet Providers
Based on 311 reviews from North Carolina internet customers, Windstream is the best internet service provider for Matthews residents. Windstream was rated at an average of 4.33 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in North Carolina, with 3.73 out of 5 stars and 96.1% coverage in Matthews.
At a national level, based on 4381 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Google Fiber is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.23 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Matthews Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Matthews, North Carolina, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Matthews Overall | North Carolina Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripple Fiber | (1) | (3) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T |  (0) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (6) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) |  (6) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (2) | (214) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Matthews
Based on data reported by Matthews ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Google Fiber. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in Matthews. 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 rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Matthews Speed | North Carolina Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripple Fiber | (1) | (3) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (6) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (6) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (2) | (214) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Matthews?
Of the providers in Matthews, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Matthews where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across North Carolina 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 4.23 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Windstream is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.67 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Matthews, North Carolina, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Matthews
| ISP / Tech Type | Matthews Affordability | North Carolina Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripple Fiber | (1) | (3) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (6) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (6) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (2) | (214) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in North Carolina
Customer Reviews
A Weddington, NC Customer
Ripple Fiber
June 06, 2026 A Weddington, NC Customer
Spectrum Cable
January 25, 2025 morgan n
Spectrum Cable
October 26, 2024 Spectrum is a great internet provider as we almost never have issues with them. If any issues do ever occur, they are timely with communication and solving the problem. The quality of service is great considering their pricing is not too high. I could not recommend Spectrum enough for internet services, as they truly do care about their customers.
ISPReports User
Spectrum Cable
November 05, 2026 Service during the day has gotten a little better. However, Spectrum does a lot of maintenance late at night and therefore the TV and Internet go out. Not happy with that since I stay up late.
ISPReports User
Ripple Fiber
November 01, 2026 Constant outages with customer service associates that barely know anything about the product
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Matthews?
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 Matthews is Windstream.
- The fastest internet provider should be Google Fiber. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, AT&T may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Matthews is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, Spectrum, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Matthews, available to 98.6% 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.