Best Internet Providers in Oakland, CA
All 11 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Oakland, CA
Oakland has 11 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 Oakland.
Ranks compare Oakland with the 41 US large cities (250,000 to 499,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Oakland, CA at a Glance
Oakland Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
Sonic
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
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 Oakland ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Oakland, CA?
Sonic is the best internet provider in Oakland based on California customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Sonic had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Oakland, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Sonic is an option for 76.87% of the city.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Oakland?
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 Oakland
- Sonic - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- GeoLinks - fixed wireless coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Unwired - fixed wireless coverage map
- Etheric Networks - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Google Fiber - fixed wireless coverage map
- XFINITY - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Astound Broadband - fiber coverage map
How Oakland Compares to Places Its Size
Oakland's report card score is 3rd of 41 and its connectivity index is tied 20th of 41.
| Measure | Oakland | Rank among US large cities (250,000 to 499,999 people) | Alameda County | California | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 90.7% | 15th of 41 | 73.5% | 62.4% | 71.5% | Staten Island, NY (99.5%) |
| Average top speed | 7,941 Mbps | 1st of 41 | 5,718 Mbps | 3,834 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Leads; next is Newark, NJ (7,657 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 10.5 | 4th of 41 | 10.5 | 8 | 7.1 | San Juan, PR (14.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.6 | Tied 24th of 41 | 2.8 | 3.0 | 2.7 | Santa Ana, CA (4.0) |
| Workers who work from home | 25% | Tied 5th of 41 | 26% | 17% | 15% | Scottsdale, AZ (31%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 96% | Tied 28th of 41 | 97% | 97% | 96% | Garland, TX and Gilbert, AZ and 6 more (99%) |
| Homes with internet | 91% | Tied 31st of 41 | 94% | 94% | 91% | Gilbert, AZ and Katy, TX and 2 more (97%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 77% | Tied 26th of 41 | 83% | 79% | 76% | Gilbert, AZ (89%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 81% | Tied 29th of 41 | 88% | 84% | 81% | Gilbert, AZ and Irvine, CA (95%) |
| Median household income | $110,209 | 11th of 41 | $142,605 | $111,728 | $93,246 | Irvine, CA ($152,298) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 14% | Tied 36th of 41 | 16% | 17% | 16% | Irvine, CA (25%) |
Fiber reaches 90.7% of homes in Oakland, against 73.5% across Alameda County and 62.4% across California. Households in Oakland are smaller than the US average (2.6 people against 2.7); 25% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $110,209 (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 Oakland
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Oakland?
EarthLink Fiber in Oakland, CA
Availability:
80.2%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,719 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 80.2% of Oakland homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,719 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 Oakland from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Oakland, CA
Availability:
80.2%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,719 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 80.2% of Oakland homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,719 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 Oakland from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Sonic Fiber in Oakland, CA
Availability:
76.9%
Customer Rating:
(14)
Avg. Download Speed
8,609 Mbps
Sonic offers Fiber service to 76.9% of Oakland homes. Across the city, Sonic Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,609 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 10,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Sonic Fiber.
Astound Broadband Fiber in Oakland, CA
Availability:
1.5%
Customer Rating:
(20)
Avg. Download Speed
1,705 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Fiber service to 1.5% of Oakland homes. Across the city, Astound Broadband Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,705 Mbps, with speeds from 1,500 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Astound Broadband Fiber.
XFINITY Fiber in Oakland, CA
Availability:
1.5%
Customer Rating:
(299)
Avg. Download Speed
1,958 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 1.5% of Oakland homes. Across the city, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 1,958 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 1,517 Mbps throughout the city. XFINITY Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Oakland from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Oakland?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Oakland, CA
Availability:
95.2%
Customer Rating:
(341)
Avg. Download Speed
65 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.2% of Oakland homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 65 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.
Unwired Fixed Wireless in Oakland, CA
Availability:
94.3%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Unwired offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.3% of Oakland homes. Across the city, Unwired Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Oakland, CA
Availability:
89.1%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
395 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 89.1% of Oakland homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 395 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 29 Mbps throughout the city.
Etheric Networks Fixed Wireless in Oakland, CA
Availability:
81.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
250 Mbps
Etheric Networks offers Fixed Wireless service to 81.2% of Oakland homes. Across the city, Etheric Networks Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 250 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Oakland, CA
Availability:
61.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
46 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 61.3% of Oakland 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 7.8 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Oakland, CA
Availability:
61.3%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
46 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 61.3% of Oakland 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 7.8 Mbps throughout the city.
GeoLinks Fixed Wireless in Oakland, CA
Availability:
39.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
935 Mbps
GeoLinks offers Fixed Wireless service to 39.6% of Oakland homes. Across the city, GeoLinks Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 935 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for GeoLinks Fixed Wireless.
Google Fiber Fixed Wireless in Oakland, CA
Availability:
5.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
939 Mbps
Google Fiber offers Fixed Wireless service to 5.4% of Oakland homes. Across the city, Google Fiber Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 939 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Google Fiber Fixed Wireless.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Oakland?
XFINITY Cable in Oakland, CA
Availability:
98.3%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,855 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 98.3% of Oakland homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 1,855 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 216 Mbps throughout the city. XFINITY Cable is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Oakland from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Oakland?
EarthLink DSL in Oakland, CA
Availability:
84.7%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
76 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 84.7% of Oakland homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 76 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 16 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Oakland from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Oakland, CA
Availability:
84.7%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
76 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 84.7% of Oakland homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 76 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 16 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Oakland from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Oakland by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 18.8% of homes in Old City-Produce and Waterfront to 100.0% in Seminary; by ZIP code, from 56.6% in 94607 to 97.7% in 94603. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Oakland
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose | 18,501 | 97.7% | 9,814 Mbps | 10.5 | A | 65/100 |
| Fruitvale Station | 11,410 | 98.2% | 9,802 Mbps | 11.3 | A | 61/100 |
| Eastmont | 11,258 | 98.4% | 7,081 Mbps | 10 | A | 63/100 |
| Lynn-Highland Park | 11,111 | 99.4% | 10,000 Mbps | 10.7 | A+ | 79/100 |
| Seminary | 11,027 | 100.0% | 9,878 Mbps | 9.3 | A+ | 68/100 |
| Cleveland Heights | 9,767 | 97.0% | 9,847 Mbps | 11.2 | A | 70/100 |
| Adams Point | 9,245 | 94.1% | 9,539 Mbps | 10.2 | A | 68/100 |
| Merritt | 9,173 | 95.2% | 9,380 Mbps | 11 | A | 54/100 |
| Dimond | 8,233 | 98.9% | 9,968 Mbps | 9.9 | A | 68/100 |
| Prescott | 8,151 | 75.2% | 8,081 Mbps | 11.1 | A- | 76/100 |
| Piedmont Avenue | 8,001 | 97.9% | 9,844 Mbps | 12 | A | 72/100 |
| Bushrod | 7,408 | 98.5% | 3,473 Mbps | 12.3 | A | 79/100 |
| San Pablo Gateway | 7,248 | 71.5% | 4,256 Mbps | 11.1 | B+ | 49/100 |
| Trestle Glen | 6,666 | 87.1% | 7,901 Mbps | 10.8 | A- | 85/100 |
| Oakland Ave-Harrison Street | 6,204 | 90.1% | 9,242 Mbps | 11.6 | A | 72/100 |
| Upper Rockridge | 6,124 | 93.8% | 7,369 Mbps | 10.5 | A | 89/100 |
| Clinton | 6,016 | 100.0% | 10,000 Mbps | 11.2 | A+ | 64/100 |
| Castlemont | 5,988 | 96.0% | 4,705 Mbps | 10.7 | A | 54/100 |
| Old City-Produce and Waterfront | 5,974 | 18.8% | 1,949 Mbps | 9.7 | B- | 74/100 |
| Montclair | 5,856 | 95.7% | 5,565 Mbps | 9.1 | A | 89/100 |
| Sobrante Park | 5,829 | 99.2% | 9,477 Mbps | 10.9 | A+ | 63/100 |
| Jingletown | 5,457 | 99.1% | 8,432 Mbps | 11.3 | A+ | 74/100 |
| North Stonehurst | 5,379 | 99.4% | 6,655 Mbps | 11.1 | A | 50/100 |
| Rancho San Antonio | 5,357 | 100.0% | 9,995 Mbps | 10.1 | A+ | 64/100 |
| Temescal | 5,325 | 97.0% | 9,648 Mbps | 12.3 | A | 76/100 |
| Hoover-Foster | 5,305 | 91.0% | 8,416 Mbps | 11 | A | 43/100 |
| Redwood Heights | 5,277 | 99.5% | 9,970 Mbps | 10.3 | A+ | 89/100 |
| Downtown Oakland | 5,065 | 52.7% | 3,065 Mbps | 10.9 | B | 67/100 |
| Highland Terrace | 4,987 | 100.0% | 10,000 Mbps | 11.9 | A+ | 84/100 |
| Grand Lake | 4,978 | 97.0% | 9,839 Mbps | 10.1 | A | 76/100 |
| Coliseum | 4,920 | 76.8% | 7,687 Mbps | 9.7 | A- | 43/100 |
| Brookfield Village | 4,877 | 98.1% | 5,371 Mbps | 10.9 | A | 57/100 |
| Millsmont | 4,817 | 92.6% | 9,388 Mbps | 9.9 | A | 69/100 |
| Glenview | 4,623 | 97.1% | 9,894 Mbps | 11.6 | A | 71/100 |
| Fairview Park | 4,602 | 100.0% | 4,204 Mbps | 11.8 | A | 88/100 |
| Arroyo Viejo | 4,591 | 100.0% | 5,503 Mbps | 10.5 | A+ | 52/100 |
| Shafter | 4,476 | 98.6% | 8,521 Mbps | 11.9 | A | 73/100 |
| Highland | 4,430 | 100.0% | 7,874 Mbps | 10.3 | A+ | 44/100 |
| Webster | 4,305 | 99.1% | 7,033 Mbps | 10 | A | 70/100 |
| Chabot Park | 4,303 | 92.2% | 6,306 Mbps | 8.2 | A- | 88/100 |
| Sequoyah | 4,280 | 77.8% | 4,368 Mbps | 8.3 | B+ | 92/100 |
| Allendale | 4,274 | 99.4% | 10,000 Mbps | 10 | A+ | 76/100 |
| Elmhurst Park | 4,234 | 98.1% | 4,983 Mbps | 10.7 | A | 54/100 |
| Cox | 4,178 | 99.2% | 5,000 Mbps | 10.7 | A | 64/100 |
| Lakeshore-Oakland | 4,118 | 98.1% | 9,979 Mbps | 11.3 | A | 82/100 |
| Rockridge | 4,090 | 91.6% | 5,906 Mbps | 11.6 | A- | 82/100 |
| Upper Laurel | 4,067 | 99.4% | 9,932 Mbps | 11.1 | A+ | 72/100 |
| Merriwood | 4,038 | 97.3% | 4,921 Mbps | 8.8 | A | 84/100 |
| Lakewide | 3,986 | 53.3% | 2,910 Mbps | 11.3 | B | 60/100 |
| Fitchburg | 3,827 | 98.3% | 9,931 Mbps | 10 | A | 46/100 |
| McClymonds | 3,695 | 97.1% | 9,573 Mbps | 11.4 | A | 84/100 |
| Reservoir Hills | 3,311 | 100.0% | 10,000 Mbps | 10.5 | A+ | 53/100 |
| Acorn | 3,233 | 37.7% | 3,166 Mbps | 10.1 | B | 56/100 |
| Iveywood | 3,232 | 99.0% | 10,000 Mbps | 9 | A | 66/100 |
| Durant Manor | 3,141 | 93.7% | 9,086 Mbps | 9.4 | A | 72/100 |
| Piedmont Pines | 3,107 | 95.7% | 4,870 Mbps | 7.8 | A- | 88/100 |
| Laurel | 3,102 | 97.1% | 10,000 Mbps | 10.2 | A | 76/100 |
| Caballo Hills | 3,077 | 92.6% | 6,606 Mbps | 10.8 | A | 87/100 |
| Pill Hill | 3,071 | 56.7% | 7,066 Mbps | 11.5 | B+ | 74/100 |
| Mosswood | 3,060 | 90.2% | 7,494 Mbps | 11.9 | A- | 71/100 |
| Upper Dimond | 3,008 | 99.4% | 10,000 Mbps | 11.4 | A+ | 74/100 |
ZIP codes in Oakland
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94601 | 54,853 | 97.0% | 9,606 Mbps | 10.7 | A | 65/100 |
| 94605 | 44,204 | 96.0% | 7,834 Mbps | 9.6 | A | 75/100 |
| 94606 | 40,261 | 97.1% | 9,644 Mbps | 11 | A | 67/100 |
| 94611 | 38,728 | 95.2% | 7,382 Mbps | 9.9 | A | 82/100 |
| 94621 | 36,235 | 93.8% | 8,166 Mbps | 10 | A | 52/100 |
| 94603 | 35,542 | 97.7% | 6,699 Mbps | 10.4 | A | 57/100 |
| 94607 | 31,011 | 56.6% | 5,214 Mbps | 10.4 | B+ | 65/100 |
| 94610 | 30,924 | 94.1% | 9,356 Mbps | 10.8 | A | 76/100 |
| 94602 | 30,640 | 94.7% | 9,563 Mbps | 10.7 | A | 78/100 |
| 94619 | 25,437 | 94.5% | 9,151 Mbps | 10.2 | A | 81/100 |
| 94609 | 25,094 | 92.0% | 6,324 Mbps | 11.9 | A- | 76/100 |
| 94612 | 20,411 | 58.3% | 3,790 Mbps | 11 | B+ | 58/100 |
| 94618 | 17,045 | 94.7% | 6,994 Mbps | 11.1 | A | 81/100 |
| 94613 | 346 | 0.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 2 | D | 85/100 |
How Oakland Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Oakland that have their own pages are all within 8 miles. Among them, Piedmont has the most homes with fiber (92.5%) and Moraga the fewest (35.8%); Oakland has 90.7%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland (this page) | 412,638 | 90.7% | 7,941 Mbps | 10.5 | A- | 73/100 |
| Berkeley | 130,400 | 88.6% | 2,949 Mbps | 10.8 | A- | 79/100 |
| San Leandro | 91,563 | 91.7% | 8,848 Mbps | 10.9 | A | 78/100 |
| Alameda | 78,301 | 88.0% | 7,399 Mbps | 11.3 | A- | 82/100 |
| Emeryville | 35,017 | 85.9% | 4,872 Mbps | 11.4 | A- | 74/100 |
| Albany | 22,888 | 82.2% | 3,758 Mbps | 11 | B+ | 71/100 |
| Orinda | 20,294 | 80.3% | 4,353 Mbps | 9.1 | B+ | 92/100 |
| Moraga | 19,038 | 35.8% | 3,094 Mbps | 8.9 | B | 94/100 |
| Piedmont | 12,580 | 92.5% | 8,978 Mbps | 10 | A | 93/100 |
| Canyon | 379 | 45.6% | 2,679 Mbps | 5.2 | C+ | 83/100 |
| Orinda Village | 180 | 72.2% | 4,065 Mbps | 10.4 | B+ | 89/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Oakland?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the city comes from Sonic.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Oakland
| Sonic | 10,000 |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Astound Broadband | 5,000 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Verizon | 1,000 |
| GeoLinks | 1,000 |
| Google Fiber | 1,000 |
| Unwired | 300 |
| Etheric Networks | 250 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Oakland Internet Providers
Based on 430 reviews from California internet customers, Sonic is the best internet service provider for Oakland residents. Sonic was rated at an average of 4.43 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in California, with 3.34 out of 5 stars and 98.3% coverage in Oakland.
At a national level, based on 4841 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Sonic is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.43 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Oakland Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Oakland, California, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Oakland Overall | California Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonic |  (1) | (14) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (17) | (120) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) |  (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (11) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Unwired | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (28) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (211) | (2378) | View Plans | ||
| Etheric Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| GeoLinks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Oakland
Based on data reported by Oakland ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Sonic. The company offers speeds up to 10,000 Mbps in Oakland. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 8,609 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Sonic. This indicates Sonic reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Oakland Speed | California Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonic | (1) | (14) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (211) | (2378) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (17) | (120) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (11) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Unwired | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (28) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Etheric Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| GeoLinks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Oakland?
Of the providers in Oakland, customers rate Sonic the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Oakland where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across California or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Sonic is rated 5.00 out of 5 for price, which is much higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. AT&T is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.22 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Oakland, California, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Oakland
| ISP / Tech Type | Oakland Affordability | California Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonic | (1) | (14) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (17) | (120) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (11) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Unwired | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
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Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in California
Customer Reviews
Richard T
Sonic Fiber
May 18, 2026 Sonic provides some of the fastest internet service I've seen offered for residential areas, 10gbps. It's a little rough in some areas as this is a new level of service and I had to get my own router to take advantage of that speed (the ones offered for rent only provided 1gbps) but for the very low monthly price ($50) I'm quite happy with it. The only time I've had issues with it they were quick to respond, sending out a technician to replace the modem at no charge.
A Oakland, CA Customer
XFINITY Cable
May 08, 2023 Steve
ting Fiber
November 13, 2026 Slow, 1/10th the speed they advertised
Robert
Verizon Fixed Wireless
November 10, 2026 Was cut off with .out notice due to upgrade and was not provided connection to upgrade from the same location (tower). Causing further problems in service and added cost.
ISPReports User
AT&T DSL
November 08, 2026 Lousy
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Oakland?
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 Oakland is Sonic.
- The fastest internet provider should be Sonic. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Sonic may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Oakland is Sonic.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Oakland, available to 98.4% 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.