Best Internet Providers in Philadelphia, PA
All 9 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia has 9 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, DSL, Cable, 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 Philadelphia.
Ranks compare Philadelphia with the 60 US metropolitan cities (1,000,000+ people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Philadelphia, PA at a Glance
Philadelphia Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
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 Philadelphia ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Philadelphia, PA?
Verizon is the highest-rated internet provider in Philadelphia based on 413 Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Astound Broadband - cable coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- XFINITY - fiber coverage map
- Breezeline - cable coverage map
- PCs for People - fixed wireless coverage map
How Philadelphia Compares to Places Its Size
Philadelphia's report card score is tied 47th of 60 and its connectivity index is tied 25th of 60.
| Measure | Philadelphia | Rank among US metropolitan cities (1,000,000+ people) | Philadelphia County | Pennsylvania | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 86.0% | 17th of 60 | 95.9% | 70.8% | 71.5% | Bronx, NY (98.1%) |
| Average top speed | 2,166 Mbps | 53rd of 60 | 2,149 Mbps | 2,476 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Salt Lake City, UT (7,550 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6 | 52nd of 60 | 6.2 | 6.1 | 7.1 | San Jose, CA (10.3) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.6 | Tied 25th of 60 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Riverside, CA (3.3) |
| Workers who work from home | 19% | Tied 18th of 60 | 18% | 16% | 15% | Austin, TX (27%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 96% | Tied 31st of 60 | 95% | 94% | 96% | Austin, TX and Dallas, TX and 8 more (98%) |
| Homes with internet | 93% | Tied 19th of 60 | 89% | 90% | 91% | San Jose, CA (96%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 81% | Tied 14th of 60 | 72% | 76% | 76% | San Jose, CA (85%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 84% | Tied 18th of 60 | 76% | 79% | 81% | San Jose, CA and Washington, DC (90%) |
| Median household income | $105,219 | 21st of 60 | $69,169 | $89,224 | $93,246 | San Jose, CA ($168,376) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 16% | Tied 21st of 60 | 17% | 15% | 16% | Fresno, CA (20%) |
Fiber reaches 86.0% of homes in Philadelphia, against 95.9% across Philadelphia County and 70.8% across Pennsylvania. Households in Philadelphia are smaller than the US average (2.6 people against 2.7); 19% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $105,219 (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 Philadelphia
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Philadelphia?
EarthLink Fiber in Philadelphia, PA
Availability:
84.4%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
1,926 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 84.4% of Philadelphia homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 1,926 Mbps, with speeds from 30 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 5,000, with an average of 1,898 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Philadelphia from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Verizon Fiber in Philadelphia, PA
Availability:
84.4%
Customer Rating:
(452)
Avg. Download Speed
1,926 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 84.4% of Philadelphia homes. Across the city, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 1,926 Mbps, with speeds from 30 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 1,898 Mbps throughout the city. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Philadelphia from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
XFINITY Fiber in Philadelphia, PA
Availability:
1.8%
Customer Rating:
(298)
Avg. Download Speed
1,703 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 1.8% of Philadelphia homes. Across the city, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 1,703 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 982 Mbps throughout the city. XFINITY Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Philadelphia from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Philadelphia?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Philadelphia, PA
Availability:
95.6%
Customer Rating:
(341)
Avg. Download Speed
69 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.6% of Philadelphia homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 69 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 Philadelphia, PA
Availability:
86.1%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 86.1% of Philadelphia homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 50 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 8.8 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Philadelphia, PA
Availability:
86.1%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 86.1% of Philadelphia homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 50 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 8.8 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Philadelphia, PA
Availability:
46.5%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
273 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 46.5% of Philadelphia homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 273 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.
PCs for People Fixed Wireless in Philadelphia, PA
Availability:
3.5%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
PCs for People offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.5% of Philadelphia homes. Across the city, PCs for People Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Philadelphia?
XFINITY Cable in Philadelphia, PA
Availability:
96.2%
Customer Rating:
(2074)
Avg. Download Speed
1,819 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 96.2% of Philadelphia homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 1,819 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 290 Mbps throughout the city. XFINITY Cable is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Philadelphia from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Astound Broadband Cable in Philadelphia, PA
Availability:
3.9%
Customer Rating:
(96)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 3.9% of Philadelphia homes. Across the city, Astound Broadband Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Breezeline Cable in Philadelphia, PA
Availability:
1.2%
Customer Rating:
(62)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Breezeline offers Cable service to 1.2% of Philadelphia homes. Across the city, Breezeline 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 Philadelphia?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Philadelphia, PA.
Internet in Philadelphia by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 3.0% of homes in University City to 100.0% in Manayunk; by ZIP code, from 71.7% in 19104 to 100.0% in 19128. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Philadelphia
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cobbs Creek | 85,504 | 85.8% | 2,252 Mbps | 7.1 | B | 48/100 |
| Germantown | 64,098 | 97.0% | 2,265 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 56/100 |
| Oxford Circle | 58,174 | 99.9% | 2,253 Mbps | 5.7 | B+ | 66/100 |
| Richmond | 43,129 | 99.3% | 2,262 Mbps | 5.8 | B+ | 56/100 |
| Oak Lane | 40,074 | 98.8% | 2,223 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 49/100 |
| Frankford | 39,748 | 99.7% | 2,278 Mbps | 5.7 | B+ | 59/100 |
| Bustleton | 35,447 | 99.7% | 1,808 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 51/100 |
| Torresdale | 34,249 | 96.1% | 2,216 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 68/100 |
| Holmesburg | 33,614 | 90.2% | 1,828 Mbps | 5.5 | B- | 65/100 |
| Olney | 33,483 | 98.6% | 2,208 Mbps | 5.8 | B+ | 48/100 |
| Somerton | 32,930 | 97.3% | 1,654 Mbps | 6.5 | B | 57/100 |
| Rhawnhurst | 32,665 | 98.3% | 2,154 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 62/100 |
| Belmont | 31,997 | 97.8% | 2,218 Mbps | 6.9 | B+ | 43/100 |
| Juniata Park-Feltonville | 31,858 | 98.5% | 2,239 Mbps | 5.3 | B | 65/100 |
| Mayfield | 31,495 | 99.9% | 2,032 Mbps | 5.1 | B | 54/100 |
| Mount Airy | 31,232 | 98.8% | 2,259 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 70/100 |
| Pennsport-Whitman-Queen | 30,909 | 99.7% | 1,996 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 72/100 |
| Wissanoning | 30,683 | 99.9% | 2,082 Mbps | 5.8 | B+ | 69/100 |
| Wynnefield | 30,034 | 87.5% | 2,239 Mbps | 6.5 | B | 49/100 |
| Elmwood | 29,576 | 98.8% | 2,088 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 35/100 |
| Rittenhouse Square | 28,009 | 93.4% | 1,772 Mbps | 6.8 | B | 75/100 |
| North Central | 27,834 | 91.2% | 2,247 Mbps | 6.3 | B | 54/100 |
| City Center East | 27,250 | 85.6% | 2,157 Mbps | 6.4 | B | 74/100 |
| South Philadelphia | 26,849 | 99.6% | 1,906 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 67/100 |
| Roxborough | 26,749 | 99.3% | 2,389 Mbps | 6.7 | A- | 72/100 |
| Academy Gardens | 26,641 | 99.0% | 1,973 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 66/100 |
| Fishtown | 26,254 | 98.3% | 2,280 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 77/100 |
| Logan-Ogontz-Fern Rock | 25,941 | 98.8% | 2,197 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 36/100 |
| Point Breeze-Philadelphia | 25,634 | 100.0% | 2,047 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 58/100 |
| Poplar-Ludlow-Yorktowne | 24,941 | 74.1% | 2,266 Mbps | 6.4 | B- | 55/100 |
| Fairhill | 24,635 | 99.4% | 2,251 Mbps | 5.5 | B+ | 46/100 |
| Morris Park | 24,251 | 99.7% | 2,362 Mbps | 6.8 | A- | 53/100 |
| Kingsessing | 24,201 | 98.5% | 2,169 Mbps | 6.9 | B+ | 37/100 |
| Cedar Brook | 23,936 | 99.3% | 2,240 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 64/100 |
| Wharton-Hawthorne-Bella Vista | 23,773 | 99.8% | 2,085 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 70/100 |
| Haddington-Carroll Park | 22,981 | 99.9% | 2,284 Mbps | 7.1 | A- | 43/100 |
| Fox Chase-Burholme | 22,890 | 96.3% | 2,262 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 64/100 |
| Summerdale | 21,124 | 99.3% | 2,277 Mbps | 5.5 | B+ | 66/100 |
| Kensington | 21,059 | 99.0% | 2,252 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 70/100 |
| Hunting Park | 20,416 | 99.4% | 2,148 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 55/100 |
| Schuylkill Southwest | 18,913 | 99.6% | 1,770 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 76/100 |
| Tioga-Nicetown | 18,509 | 99.7% | 2,137 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 35/100 |
| Alleghany West | 18,368 | 98.9% | 2,104 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 43/100 |
| Strawberry Mansion | 17,915 | 99.5% | 2,138 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 47/100 |
| Byberry | 17,718 | 97.5% | 2,220 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 74/100 |
| Girard Estates | 16,954 | 99.5% | 1,873 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 62/100 |
| Manayunk | 16,920 | 100.0% | 2,199 Mbps | 6.7 | A- | 65/100 |
| Grays Ferry | 15,959 | 99.3% | 1,919 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 59/100 |
| Fairmount | 15,411 | 90.5% | 2,006 Mbps | 6.2 | B | 76/100 |
| Harrowgate | 15,358 | 99.4% | 2,288 Mbps | 5.6 | B+ | 53/100 |
| Hartranft | 15,140 | 87.7% | 2,193 Mbps | 6.5 | B | 50/100 |
| Spring Garden | 14,441 | 87.5% | 2,014 Mbps | 6.4 | B | 72/100 |
| Haddington | 14,162 | 99.0% | 2,276 Mbps | 7.5 | A- | 27/100 |
| Eastwick | 12,795 | 92.7% | 2,135 Mbps | 6.5 | B | 43/100 |
| Brewerytown | 12,524 | 97.1% | 2,230 Mbps | 5.6 | B | 61/100 |
| East Falls | 11,993 | 78.5% | 2,257 Mbps | 6.5 | B | 71/100 |
| Lawncrest | 11,600 | 99.7% | 2,299 Mbps | 5.5 | B+ | 66/100 |
| Lawndale | 11,414 | 100.0% | 2,300 Mbps | 5.5 | B+ | 52/100 |
| Chestnut Hill | 10,177 | 95.0% | 2,369 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 73/100 |
| City Center West | 10,068 | 91.2% | 2,201 Mbps | 6.8 | B | 75/100 |
| Bella Vista | 8,628 | 98.2% | 2,187 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 75/100 |
| Chinatown | 8,330 | 71.9% | 1,944 Mbps | 6 | B- | 70/100 |
| Marconi Plaza-Packer Park | 6,901 | 99.5% | 1,918 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 69/100 |
| University City | 4,848 | 3.0% | 1,614 Mbps | 7.5 | C+ | 61/100 |
ZIP codes in Philadelphia
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19124 | 68,946 | 98.9% | 2,280 Mbps | 5.4 | B | 66/100 |
| 19111 | 67,127 | 98.7% | 2,281 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 64/100 |
| 19120 | 66,006 | 99.2% | 2,217 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 52/100 |
| 19143 | 64,752 | 99.0% | 2,215 Mbps | 6.8 | B+ | 39/100 |
| 19149 | 60,428 | 99.8% | 2,196 Mbps | 5.5 | B+ | 60/100 |
| 19134 | 57,378 | 99.3% | 2,268 Mbps | 5.8 | B+ | 57/100 |
| 19104 | 56,748 | 71.7% | 2,213 Mbps | 7.5 | B | 59/100 |
| 19148 | 53,700 | 99.7% | 1,927 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 69/100 |
| 19140 | 52,377 | 99.6% | 2,168 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 46/100 |
| 19145 | 47,037 | 99.6% | 1,918 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 58/100 |
| 19144 | 43,690 | 95.4% | 2,263 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 56/100 |
| 19139 | 43,338 | 97.0% | 2,266 Mbps | 7 | B+ | 36/100 |
| 19131 | 42,955 | 92.0% | 2,255 Mbps | 6.7 | B | 41/100 |
| 19146 | 41,929 | 99.8% | 1,903 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 71/100 |
| 19121 | 41,917 | 91.0% | 2,268 Mbps | 6 | B | 55/100 |
| 19147 | 41,395 | 98.4% | 2,154 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 72/100 |
| 19136 | 38,395 | 95.1% | 1,857 Mbps | 5.5 | B | 69/100 |
| 19128 | 36,714 | 100.0% | 2,341 Mbps | 6.7 | A- | 69/100 |
| 19154 | 36,303 | 93.3% | 2,222 Mbps | 5.8 | B | 69/100 |
| 19152 | 36,063 | 98.3% | 2,084 Mbps | 5.8 | B | 62/100 |
| 19115 | 35,963 | 99.9% | 1,812 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 51/100 |
| 19116 | 35,566 | 97.5% | 1,678 Mbps | 6.4 | B | 57/100 |
| 19135 | 35,313 | 99.9% | 2,066 Mbps | 5.8 | B+ | 67/100 |
| 19132 | 33,881 | 100.0% | 2,103 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 43/100 |
| 19114 | 33,234 | 93.5% | 2,049 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 62/100 |
| 19138 | 32,059 | 98.5% | 2,227 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 63/100 |
| 19130 | 31,393 | 92.1% | 2,049 Mbps | 6.4 | B | 74/100 |
| 19151 | 31,349 | 98.9% | 2,333 Mbps | 6.8 | B+ | 53/100 |
| 19141 | 31,038 | 96.8% | 2,218 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 33/100 |
| 19142 | 29,378 | 98.3% | 2,066 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 33/100 |
| 19103 | 28,748 | 89.1% | 1,943 Mbps | 6.8 | B | 74/100 |
| 19119 | 27,464 | 98.9% | 2,264 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 73/100 |
| 19122 | 26,607 | 76.3% | 2,227 Mbps | 6.6 | B | 63/100 |
| 19125 | 26,141 | 98.8% | 2,270 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 75/100 |
| 19133 | 24,692 | 96.6% | 2,216 Mbps | 6 | B | 49/100 |
| 19150 | 23,171 | 99.0% | 2,247 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 65/100 |
| 19123 | 18,013 | 95.6% | 2,289 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 63/100 |
| 19107 | 17,776 | 82.5% | 2,076 Mbps | 6.2 | B | 75/100 |
| 19126 | 16,095 | 99.6% | 2,235 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 45/100 |
| 19106 | 15,040 | 75.2% | 2,051 Mbps | 6.1 | B- | 74/100 |
| 19153 | 11,997 | 93.4% | 2,244 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 53/100 |
| 19129 | 11,852 | 84.3% | 2,207 Mbps | 6.3 | B | 63/100 |
| 19118 | 9,702 | 94.7% | 2,373 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 74/100 |
| 19137 | 8,569 | 99.7% | 2,300 Mbps | 4.9 | B | 73/100 |
| 19102 | 7,573 | 95.0% | 1,734 Mbps | 6 | B | 75/100 |
| 19127 | 6,760 | 97.7% | 2,177 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 70/100 |
| 19316 | 328 | 100.0% | 1,781 Mbps | 5.7 | B+ | 93/100 |
| 19109 | 26 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 7 | A- | 79/100 |
| 19112 | 3 | 100.0% | 1,200 Mbps | 6 | B | 54/100 |
How Philadelphia Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Philadelphia that have their own pages are all within 6 miles, 4 of them in New Jersey. Among them, Rockledge has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Palmyra, NJ the fewest (5.6%); Philadelphia has 86.0%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia metro area (this page) | 6,245,051 | 86.0% | 2,166 Mbps | 6 | B | 75/100 |
| Camden, NJ | 69,171 | 94.6% | 2,251 Mbps | 6 | B | 54/100 |
| Merchantville, NJ | 21,911 | 99.2% | 2,290 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 78/100 |
| Pennsauken, NJ | 20,265 | 100.0% | 2,286 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 63/100 |
| Elkins Park | 18,882 | 98.6% | 2,287 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 80/100 |
| Bala-Cynwyd | 9,986 | 99.7% | 2,205 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 92/100 |
| Palmyra, NJ | 7,475 | 5.6% | 1,992 Mbps | 5.1 | C- | 72/100 |
| Wyncote | 7,138 | 95.4% | 2,300 Mbps | 6.2 | B | 79/100 |
| Merion Station | 6,527 | 91.3% | 2,218 Mbps | 5.8 | B | 92/100 |
| Cheltenham | 5,267 | 100.0% | 2,300 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 93/100 |
| Rockledge | 1,148 | 100.0% | 2,300 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 67/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Philadelphia?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Verizon. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, XFINITY from Comcast 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 Philadelphia
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| Verizon | 2,300 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 |
| Breezeline | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| PCs for People | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
How fast is your internet?
Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in Philadelphia. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Philadelphia Internet Providers
Based on 413 reviews from Pennsylvania internet customers, Verizon is the best internet service provider for Philadelphia residents. Verizon was rated at an average of 3.71 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in Pennsylvania, with 4.50 out of 5 stars and 86.1% coverage in Philadelphia.
At a national level, based on 4787 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 Philadelphia Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Philadelphia Overall | Pennsylvania Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (22) | (124) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T |  (2) | (11) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (18) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband |  (0) | (17) | (120) | View Plans | ||
| Breezeline | (0) |  (16) | (67) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (32) | (227) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| PCs for People | (0) | (0) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Philadelphia
Based on data reported by Philadelphia ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through XFINITY from Comcast. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in Philadelphia. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,820 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 Verizon. This indicates Verizon reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Philadelphia Speed | Pennsylvania Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (22) | (124) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (2) | (11) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (18) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (17) | (120) | View Plans | ||
| Breezeline | (0) | (16) | (67) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (32) | (227) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| PCs for People | (0) | (0) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Philadelphia?
Of the providers in Philadelphia, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Philadelphia where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Pennsylvania 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 4.50 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 5.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Philadelphia
| ISP / Tech Type | Philadelphia Affordability | Pennsylvania Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (2) | (11) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (18) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (17) | (120) | View Plans | ||
| Breezeline | (0) | (16) | (67) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (22) | (124) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (32) | (227) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| PCs for People | (0) | (0) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Pennsylvania
Customer Reviews
A Philadelphia, PA Customer
XFINITY Cable
May 24, 2026 With the high price of internet continuing to climb, it is nice to see a company not continually jack up their prices. One issue I have with the Xfinity company is that you need to go to a store to drop off equipment that is not working properly. When you do pick up that equipment you need to go on a Youtube video to see how to install it properly. Gone is the days of a service person coming up to your home with the equipment and installing it, unless you want to pay an extra fee. I feel bad for the elderly who struggle with understanding the internet let alone know how to install equipment and on a budget.
A Philadelphia, PA Customer
Verizon Fiber
April 29, 2026 A Philadelphia, PA Customer
Verizon Fiber
April 07, 2026 
Dana D
XFINITY Cable
March 17, 2026 I chose Xfinity for my services because my condo association offered 1 free cable box through them. However, the entire subscription has been a nightmare. I got scammed into a phone payment for a cell phone I did not need. The Xfinity employee told me that I could bundle my wifi and cable for a great deal if i accepted a free phone line. He said I did not have to activate the phone and I could even sell it or gift it to someone and I would not be charged. Well that was a lie, I am stuck in a contract paying for a phone I do not even use. I never activated it but Xfinity activated it for me. In fact I never took the phone out of the box nor turned it on. I went to a physical store to explain to the Xfinity customer service department and they said there is nothing they can do to help me. Besides the fact that they are total scammers, their customer service is incredibly atrocious. You will get connected 10 different times if you even try to call all for them to hang up on you or drop the call.
A Philadelphia, PA Customer
XFINITY Cable
March 08, 2026 Rate your provider
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia is Verizon.
- The fastest internet provider should be XFINITY from Comcast. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Verizon may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Philadelphia is AT&T.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Philadelphia, available to 97.0% 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.