Best Internet Providers in Tonawanda, NY
All 7 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Tonawanda, NY
Tonawanda has 7 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 city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Tonawanda.
Ranks compare Tonawanda with the 749 US small cities (50,000 to 99,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Tonawanda, NY at a Glance
Tonawanda Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Spectrum
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile Home Internet
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 Tonawanda ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Tonawanda, NY?
Spectrum is the highest-rated internet provider in Tonawanda based on 376 New York 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 Tonawanda?
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 Tonawanda
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fiber coverage map
- Greenlight Networks - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- FastBridge Fiber - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Mid-Hudson Cable - fixed wireless coverage map
How Tonawanda Compares to Places Its Size
Tonawanda's report card score is tied 615th of 749 and its connectivity index is tied 540th of 749.
| Measure | Tonawanda | Rank among US small cities (50,000 to 99,999 people) | Erie County | New York | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 93.1% | Tied 181st of 749 | 76.3% | 86.4% | 71.5% | Aloha, OR and Shawnee, KS (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 2,274 Mbps | 578th of 749 | 2,274 Mbps | 4,235 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Layton, UT (9,808 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 4.8 | 731st of 749 | 4.8 | 5.2 | 7.1 | Guaynabo, PR (14.3) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.1 | Tied 732nd of 749 | 2.3 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Pacoima, CA and Spring Valley, NY (4.3) |
| Workers who work from home | 15% | Tied 321st of 749 | 13% | 15% | 15% | Danville, CA and Potomac, MD and 2 more (39%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 95% | Tied 539th of 749 | 94% | 95% | 96% | Atascocita, TX and Eastvale, CA and 8 more (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 93% | Tied 356th of 749 | 91% | 91% | 91% | Centreville, VA and Danville, CA and 2 more (99%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 81% | Tied 320th of 749 | 77% | 77% | 76% | Flower Mound, TX and Johns Creek, GA and 1 more (93%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 80% | Tied 490th of 749 | 78% | 80% | 81% | Sammamish, WA (99%) |
| Median household income | $76,835 | 516th of 749 | $80,743 | $100,975 | $93,246 | Potomac, MD ($227,882) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 12% | Tied 689th of 749 | 15% | 16% | 16% | East Lansing, MI (58%) |
Fiber reaches 93.1% of homes in Tonawanda, against 76.3% across Erie County and 86.4% across New York. Households in Tonawanda are smaller than the US average (2.1 people against 2.7); 15% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $76,835 (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 Tonawanda
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Tonawanda?
EarthLink Fiber in Tonawanda, NY
Availability:
80.5%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
1,312 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 80.5% of Tonawanda homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,312 Mbps, with speeds from 980 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 880 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 1,237 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fiber in Tonawanda, NY
Availability:
80.5%
Customer Rating:
(453)
Avg. Download Speed
1,312 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 80.5% of Tonawanda homes. Across the city, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 1,312 Mbps, with speeds from 980 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 880 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 1,237 Mbps throughout the city. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Tonawanda from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
Greenlight Networks Fiber in Tonawanda, NY
Availability:
13.0%
Customer Rating:
(20)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
Greenlight Networks offers Fiber service to 13.0% of Tonawanda homes. Across the city, Greenlight Networks Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Spectrum Fiber in Tonawanda, NY
Availability:
9.5%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 9.5% of Tonawanda homes. Across the city, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
FastBridge Fiber in Tonawanda, NY
Availability:
1.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
10,000 Mbps
FastBridge Fiber offers Fiber service to 1.3% of Tonawanda homes. Across the city, FastBridge Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Tonawanda?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Tonawanda, NY
Availability:
94.3%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
79 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.3% of Tonawanda homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 79 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 15 Mbps throughout the city.
Mid-Hudson Cable Fixed Wireless in Tonawanda, NY
Availability:
63.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Mid-Hudson Cable offers Fixed Wireless service to 63.6% of Tonawanda homes. Across the city, Mid-Hudson Cable Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Tonawanda, NY
Availability:
37.8%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
213 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 37.8% of Tonawanda homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 213 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 16 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Tonawanda?
Spectrum Cable in Tonawanda, NY
Availability:
99.9%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 99.9% of Tonawanda homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Tonawanda?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Tonawanda, NY.
Internet in Tonawanda by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Tonawanda has 1 neighborhood and 2 ZIP codes with their own pages. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Tonawanda
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Park-Buffalo | 3,364 | 100.0% | 1,684 Mbps | 4.8 | B | 72/100 |
ZIP codes in Tonawanda
How Tonawanda Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Tonawanda that have their own pages are all within 7 miles. Among them, Williamsville has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Grand Island the fewest (10.3%); Tonawanda has 93.1%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tonawanda (this page) | 72,793 | 93.1% | 2,274 Mbps | 4.8 | B- | 62/100 |
| Buffalo metro area | 1,166,902 | 70.8% | 2,291 Mbps | 4.5 | C+ | 59/100 |
| Cheektowaga | 70,099 | 96.4% | 3,379 Mbps | 5.4 | B | 51/100 |
| North Tonawanda | 44,632 | 81.7% | 5,638 Mbps | 3.9 | B- | 62/100 |
| Grand Island | 19,897 | 10.3% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.2 | D | 68/100 |
| Eggertsville | 15,561 | 99.9% | 1,677 Mbps | 4.5 | B | 70/100 |
| Kenmore | 15,205 | 100.0% | 1,017 Mbps | 5.4 | B | 67/100 |
| Getzville | 9,478 | 97.1% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.8 | C+ | 73/100 |
| Williamsville | 5,423 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.9 | B- | 62/100 |
| Sloan | 3,775 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 5.1 | B | 61/100 |
| University at Buffalo | 609 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 43/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Tonawanda?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Spectrum. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, EarthLink 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 Tonawanda
| FastBridge Fiber | 10,000 |
|---|---|
| Greenlight Networks | 8,000 |
| Verizon | 2,300 |
| EarthLink | 2,300 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Mid-Hudson Cable | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Tonawanda Internet Providers
Based on 376 reviews from New York internet customers, Spectrum is the best internet service provider for Tonawanda residents. Spectrum was rated at an average of 3.07 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. EarthLink wins for second-place in New York, with 3.00 out of 5 stars and 80.5% coverage in Tonawanda.
At a national level, based on 3153 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Tonawanda Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Tonawanda, New York, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Tonawanda Overall | New York Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | (2) |  (189) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (140) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| FastBridge Fiber | (0) | (1) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| Greenlight Networks | (0) | (20) | (20) | View Plans | ||
| Mid-Hudson Cable | (0) | (7) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Tonawanda
Based on data reported by Tonawanda ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through EarthLink. The company offers speeds up to 2,300 Mbps in Tonawanda. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,312 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 Spectrum. This indicates Spectrum reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Tonawanda Speed | New York Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | (2) | (189) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (140) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| FastBridge Fiber | (0) |  (1) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| Greenlight Networks | (0) | (20) | (20) | View Plans | ||
| Mid-Hudson Cable | (0) | (7) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Tonawanda?
Of the providers in Tonawanda, customers rate Spectrum the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Tonawanda where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across New York or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Spectrum is rated 4.00 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. EarthLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 2.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Tonawanda, New York, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Tonawanda
| ISP / Tech Type | Tonawanda Affordability | New York Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | (2) | (189) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (140) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) |  (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| FastBridge Fiber | (0) | (1) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| Greenlight Networks | (0) | (20) | (20) | View Plans | ||
| Mid-Hudson Cable | (0) | (7) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in New York
Customer Reviews
J G
Verizon Fiber
November 17, 2025 I have had Verizon fios for many years. When I decided to drop the home phone they came up with a good deal to just get internet. Fast forward a couple years and that plan expired. The representative was very helpful. She redid my account and once again a great deal. It actually went down five dollars. Currently am paying 52 a month and for that price our speed and service is good. With many times 2 or 3 people using it plus streaming a show, speeds do not slow down. Overall very satisfied
A Tonawanda, NY Customer
Spectrum Cable
March 07, 2023 Overall, we are satisfied with our high speed internet service. The speed is great, with little delay. We are able to use multiple devices at the same time. We also are able to stream multiple services with little to no buffering.
A Tonawanda, NY Customer
Spectrum Cable
January 15, 2023 My internet provider is generally good. The speed is consistently better than other places. However, sometimes, given it's supposed to be the fastest, there are some hiccups. The biggest issue is with streaming live sports.
ISPReports User
Verizon Fiber
November 13, 2026 do not buy they implemented a new interface that is user hostlie cannot forward through comercials tivo quit working avoid, avoid, avoid
ISPReports User
Fidium
October 31, 2026 Impossible to reach and very difficult to get help - never in real time.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Tonawanda?
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 Tonawanda is Spectrum.
- The fastest internet provider should be EarthLink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Spectrum may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Tonawanda is Spectrum.
- Viasat, Spectrum, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Tonawanda, available to 99.9% 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.