3 Best Internet Providers in Pukalani, Makawao, HI
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| Pukalani ISP Report Card | B- | |
| Download Speed for Most Households | 2,652 Mbps | |
| Number of Internet Service Providers | 3 | |
| Real Pukalani Customer Ratings | 0 |
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
Pukalani has 3 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the neighborhood. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Pukalani.
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Pukalani has 3 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the neighborhood. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Pukalani.
Compare Providers Ranked by Coverage, Speed, and Customer Ratings
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Hawaiian Telcom
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T-Mobile Home Internet
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Above are the top 4 providers in Pukalani, Makawao, HI for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your neighborhood.
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 Pukalani ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Pukalani, Makawao, HI?
T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet provider in Pukalani based on Makawao customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, T-Mobile Home Internet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Pukalani, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet is an option for 91.54% of the neighborhood.
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The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Pukalani, Hawaii, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Pukalani
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Pukalani Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Pukalani Overall | Hawaii Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (2) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Hawaiian Telcom | (0) | (17) | (17) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (15) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans |
Based on 35 reviews from Makawao internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for Pukalani residents. T-Mobile Home Internet was rated at an average of 4.50 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Hawaiian Telcom wins for second-place in Makawao, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 99.5% coverage in Pukalani.
At a national level, based on 2068 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Hawaiian Telcom is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.07 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Pukalani?
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Speeds and coverage vary within the neighborhood, and sometimes even from block to block. The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available.
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Pukalani?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the neighborhood, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by T-Mobile Home Internet. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Hawaiian Telcom 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 Pukalani
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaiian Telcom | 2,850 Mbps | ||
| Spectrum | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Pukalani
| ISP / Tech Type | Pukalani Speed | Hawaii Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (2) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Hawaiian Telcom | (0) | (17) | (17) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (15) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Pukalani ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through Hawaiian Telcom. The company offers speeds up to 2,850 Mbps in Pukalani. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,558 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers in the neighborhood rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with T-Mobile Home Internet. This indicates T-Mobile Home Internet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Pukalani?
Makawao customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet as the cheapest internet service provider in city. Data comes from customers in the city rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
T-Mobile Home Internet received a local rating of 4.00 out of 5, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. Hawaiian Telcom is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Pukalani customers with an average price rating of 3.82 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Pukalani, Makawao, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Pukalani
| ISP / Tech Type | Pukalani Affordability | Hawaii Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (2) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Hawaiian Telcom | (0) | (17) | (17) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (15) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans |
Pukalani Internet Health Assessment
ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the neighborhood and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for Pukalani below, including the metrics used and how Pukalani compares to the rest of Makawao and nation.
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Pukalani | Hawaii | USA | ||
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Pukalani that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 89.29% | 94.49% | 67.25% | ||
| Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area. | 2,652 Mbps | 2,748 Mbps | 3,293 Mbps | ||
| Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for Pukalani. | 3.8 | 3.9 | 6.8 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a neighborhood indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.9 | 2.8 | 2.7 | ||
| Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city. | 8% | 11% | 14% | ||
| Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households. | 96% | 96% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 93% | 91% | 90% | ||
| Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households. | 84% | 81% | 75% | ||
| Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service. | 84% | 81% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Pukalani ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Pukalani is B-, which is much better than other neighborhoods. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Pukalani is high with a score of 78 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Pukalani have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Pukalani ISP Report Card evaluates the neighborhood on availability and speed metrics compared to other neighborhoods in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a neighborhood needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.
93% of Pukalani households have an internet connection despite having 100.00% availability. 84% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 7% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 3% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.
As you can see in the table above, while 84% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 84% subscribe to it. A very large amount of Pukalani residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.
For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.
How do Neighboring Neighborhoods Compare to Pukalani?
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 78 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 82 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 73 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 88 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 89 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 81 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 81 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 72 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 67 / 100
How Much Speed does a Pukalani Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Pukalani is 2.9, which is larger than the Makawao average of 2.8 and larger than the national average of 2.7. Pukalani's average household income is $128,914 which is much higher than the Makawao average of $114,202 and much higher than the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate more devices being used more often.
Pukalani also has 10% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Makawao average of 10%. Additionally, 8% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 11% of residents in Makawao who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Pukalani has a very high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Pukalani households are more technology-engaged. 96% of households have some sort of computing device, 88% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 93% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Pukalani?
Hawaiian Telcom Fiber in Pukalani, Makawao, HI
Hawaiian Telcom offers Fiber service to 89.3% of Pukalani homes. Across the neighborhood, Hawaiian Telcom Fiber has speeds up to 2,850 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Pukalani?
Spectrum Cable in Pukalani, Makawao, HI
Spectrum offers Cable service to 99.8% of Pukalani homes. Across the neighborhood, 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 Pukalani?
Hawaiian Telcom DSL in Pukalani, Makawao, HI
Hawaiian Telcom offers DSL service to 99.5% of Pukalani homes. Across the neighborhood, Hawaiian Telcom DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Pukalani?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Pukalani, Makawao, HI
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 91.5% of Pukalani homes. Across the neighborhood, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 68 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 13 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Which ISP Should You Choose in Pukalani?
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 Pukalani is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be Hawaiian Telcom. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, T-Mobile Home Internet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Pukalani is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, Spectrum, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Pukalani, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.
How does Pukalani compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Pukalani stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to Pukalani's B- ISP Report Card and 78 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 43 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 42 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 83 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 77 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 64 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 51 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 50 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 87 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 83 / 100
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