Best Internet Providers in Winston-Salem, NC
All 14 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Winston-Salem, NC
Winston-Salem has 14 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 Winston-Salem.
Ranks compare Winston-Salem with the 45 US major cities (500,000 to 999,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Winston-Salem, NC at a Glance
Winston-Salem Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Spectrum
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
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 Winston-Salem ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Winston-Salem, NC?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Winston-Salem based on 355 North Carolina 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 Winston-Salem?
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 Winston-Salem
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Lumos Networks - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- Zirrus - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Brightspeed - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- Windstream - cable coverage map
- Windstream - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Surry Communications - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- River Street - fiber coverage map
- Windstream - dsl coverage map
- Surry Communications - cable coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- Brightspeed - dsl coverage map
- X1 Communications - fixed wireless coverage map
- River Street - fixed wireless coverage map
- Zirrus - dsl coverage map
- Carolina West - fixed wireless coverage map
- Surry Communications - dsl coverage map
How Winston-Salem Compares to Places Its Size
Winston-Salem's report card score is tied 24th of 45 and its connectivity index is tied 35th of 45.
| Measure | Winston-Salem | Rank among US major cities (500,000 to 999,999 people) | Forsyth County | North Carolina | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 77.2% | 21st of 45 | 77.4% | 78.0% | 71.5% | Bridgeport, CT (97.3%) |
| Average top speed | 3,675 Mbps | 26th of 45 | 3,868 Mbps | 3,577 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Chattanooga, TN (17,261 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 7.2 | Tied 32nd of 45 | 7.7 | 7.3 | 7.1 | Albuquerque, NM (9.7) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.5 | Tied 23rd of 45 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Provo, UT (3.5) |
| Workers who work from home | 13% | Tied 27th of 45 | 15% | 16% | 15% | Chapel Hill, NC (23%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 95% | Tied 29th of 45 | 96% | 95% | 96% | Provo, UT (99%) |
| Homes with internet | 90% | Tied 35th of 45 | 90% | 91% | 91% | Colorado Springs, CO and Ogden, UT (95%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 77% | Tied 23rd of 45 | 78% | 77% | 76% | Provo, UT (84%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 78% | Tied 32nd of 45 | 81% | 80% | 81% | Provo, UT (94%) |
| Median household income | $72,545 | 41st of 45 | $75,048 | $83,207 | $93,246 | Bridgeport, CT ($136,343) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 16% | Tied 23rd of 45 | 18% | 16% | 16% | Provo, UT (26%) |
Fiber reaches 77.2% of homes in Winston-Salem, against 77.4% across Forsyth County and 78.0% across North Carolina. Households in Winston-Salem are smaller than the US average (2.5 people against 2.7); 13% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $72,545 (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 Winston-Salem
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Winston-Salem?
EarthLink Fiber in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
29.9%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,677 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 29.9% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,677 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 Winston-Salem from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
29.9%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,677 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 29.9% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,677 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 Winston-Salem from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Lumos Networks Fiber in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
24.3%
Customer Rating:
(27)
Avg. Download Speed
4,997 Mbps
Lumos Networks offers Fiber service to 24.3% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, Lumos Networks Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 4,997 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 Lumos Networks Fiber.
Zirrus Fiber in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
14.5%
Customer Rating:
(11)
Avg. Download Speed
6,000 Mbps
Zirrus offers Fiber service to 14.5% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, Zirrus Fiber has speeds up to 6,000 Mbps
Spectrum Fiber in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
13.5%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 13.5% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Brightspeed Fiber in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
7.5%
Customer Rating:
(31)
Avg. Download Speed
1,997 Mbps
Brightspeed offers Fiber service to 7.5% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, Brightspeed Fiber has speeds up to 1,997 Mbps, with speeds from 940 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Brightspeed Fiber. Brightspeed Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Winston-Salem from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Windstream Fiber in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
6.9%
Customer Rating:
(40)
Avg. Download Speed
1,556 Mbps
Windstream offers Fiber service to 6.9% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, Windstream Fiber has speeds up to 1,556 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 Winston-Salem from Windstream in terms of customer satisfaction.
River Street Fiber in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
3.0%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
River Street Networks offers Fiber service to 3.0% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, River Street Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Surry Communications Fiber in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
2.2%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
1,365 Mbps
Surry Communications offers Fiber service to 2.2% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, Surry Communications Fiber has speeds up to 1,365 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 2,500 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Surry Communications Fiber. Surry Communications Fiber is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Winston-Salem from Surry Communications in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Winston-Salem?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
94.1%
Customer Rating:
(341)
Avg. Download Speed
64 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.1% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 64 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.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
86.5%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
239 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 86.5% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 239 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 17 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
84.5%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
36 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 84.5% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 36 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 5.4 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
84.5%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
36 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 84.5% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 36 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 5.4 Mbps throughout the city.
River Street Fixed Wireless in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
5.2%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
24 Mbps
River Street Networks offers Fixed Wireless service to 5.2% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, River Street Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 24 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 25 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 3.0, with an average of 2.8 Mbps throughout the city.
X1 Communications Fixed Wireless in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
3.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
X1 Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.4% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, X1 Communications Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Carolina West Fixed Wireless in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
1.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
Carolina West Wireless offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.6% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, Carolina West Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Winston-Salem?
Spectrum Cable in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
95.4%
Customer Rating:
(1738)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 95.4% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Windstream Cable in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
11.3%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Windstream offers Cable service to 11.3% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, Windstream Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Surry Communications Cable in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
2.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Surry Communications offers Cable service to 2.0% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, Surry Communications Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Winston-Salem?
EarthLink DSL in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
33.1%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
49 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 33.1% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 49 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 9.7 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Winston-Salem from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
33.1%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
49 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 33.1% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 49 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 9.7 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Winston-Salem from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Windstream DSL in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
21.7%
Customer Rating:
(52)
Avg. Download Speed
95 Mbps
Windstream offers DSL service to 21.7% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, Windstream DSL has speeds up to 95 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 11 Mbps throughout the city. Windstream DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Winston-Salem from Windstream in terms of customer satisfaction.
Brightspeed DSL in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
13.5%
Customer Rating:
(43)
Avg. Download Speed
30 Mbps
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 13.5% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, Brightspeed DSL has speeds up to 30 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 10, with an average of 2.9 Mbps throughout the city. Brightspeed DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Winston-Salem from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Zirrus DSL in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
10.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
Zirrus offers DSL service to 10.7% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, Zirrus DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Surry Communications DSL in Winston-Salem, NC
Availability:
2.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
Surry Communications offers DSL service to 2.0% of Winston-Salem homes. Across the city, Surry Communications DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Internet in Winston-Salem by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 19.5% of homes in Wake Forest University to 95.9% in Ardmore; by ZIP code, from 70.2% in 27107 to 84.9% in 27127. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Winston-Salem
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ardmore | 5,390 | 95.9% | 4,836 Mbps | 9.1 | A- | 65/100 |
| Wake Forest University | 4,254 | 19.5% | 4,104 Mbps | 9 | B | 71/100 |
| Konnoak | 3,468 | 86.9% | 4,478 Mbps | 7.7 | B+ | 50/100 |
| East Winston | 3,331 | 35.7% | 1,823 Mbps | 8.5 | B- | 21/100 |
ZIP codes in Winston-Salem
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27107 | 49,738 | 70.2% | 3,524 Mbps | 7.9 | B | 56/100 |
| 27106 | 48,912 | 84.8% | 4,408 Mbps | 7.8 | B+ | 70/100 |
| 27105 | 40,069 | 74.2% | 3,852 Mbps | 8 | B+ | 45/100 |
| 27127 | 39,116 | 84.9% | 4,029 Mbps | 7.7 | B+ | 63/100 |
| 27103 | 36,080 | 84.6% | 3,804 Mbps | 8.2 | B+ | 63/100 |
| 27104 | 30,473 | 79.4% | 4,161 Mbps | 8 | B+ | 67/100 |
| 27101 | 21,234 | 71.9% | 3,429 Mbps | 8.6 | B+ | 39/100 |
| 27109 | 3,275 | 0.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 7 | C- | 75/100 |
How Winston-Salem Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Winston-Salem that have their own pages are all within 10 miles. Among them, Lewisville has the most homes with fiber (98.5%) and Rural Hall the fewest (44.8%); Winston-Salem has 77.2%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winston-Salem metro area (this page) | 675,966 | 77.2% | 3,675 Mbps | 7.2 | B | 61/100 |
| Kernersville | 56,000 | 86.9% | 3,833 Mbps | 7.2 | B+ | 70/100 |
| Clemmons | 35,371 | 84.0% | 3,857 Mbps | 8.3 | B+ | 78/100 |
| Lewisville | 16,212 | 98.5% | 5,126 Mbps | 7.5 | A- | 84/100 |
| Walkertown | 10,647 | 68.1% | 3,432 Mbps | 6.6 | B | 78/100 |
| Pfafftown | 10,468 | 70.3% | 4,128 Mbps | 7.1 | B | 83/100 |
| Rural Hall | 9,254 | 44.8% | 1,790 Mbps | 6.3 | C+ | 64/100 |
| Midway | 4,704 | 59.5% | 3,344 Mbps | 7.8 | B | 63/100 |
| Wallburg | 3,051 | 48.4% | 2,749 Mbps | 6.3 | B- | 72/100 |
| Bethania | 564 | 93.3% | 4,672 Mbps | 6.8 | B+ | 77/100 |
| Dennis | 539 | 0.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 7.3 | C- | 62/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Winston-Salem?
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, AT&T and 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 Winston-Salem
| Zirrus | 6,000 |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Lumos Networks | 5,000 |
| Surry Communications | 2,500 |
| Windstream | 2,000 |
| Brightspeed | 2,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| River Street Networks | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| X1 Communications | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| Carolina West Wireless | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Winston-Salem Internet Providers
Based on 355 reviews from North Carolina internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Winston-Salem residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 3.73 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. EarthLink wins for second-place in North Carolina, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 87.8% coverage in Winston-Salem.
At a national level, based on 4388 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 Winston-Salem Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Winston-Salem Overall | North Carolina Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (2) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (17) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (23) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| River Street | (0) | (1) |  (2) | View Plans | ||
| Surry Communications | (0) |  (1) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (6) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| Zirrus | (0) | (11) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (8) | (214) | (1948) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Carolina West | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| X1 Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Winston-Salem
Based on data reported by Winston-Salem ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through AT&T and EarthLink. These internet providers offer speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Winston-Salem. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,617 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 AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Winston-Salem Speed | North Carolina Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (2) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (17) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (23) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| River Street | (0) | (1) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Surry Communications | (0) | (1) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (6) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| Zirrus | (0) | (11) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (8) | (214) | (1948) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Carolina West | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| X1 Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Winston-Salem?
Of the providers in Winston-Salem, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Winston-Salem 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.
AT&T 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 3.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Winston-Salem
| ISP / Tech Type | Winston-Salem Affordability | North Carolina Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (2) | (59) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (17) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Lumos Networks | (0) | (23) | (28) | View Plans | ||
| River Street | (0) | (1) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Surry Communications | (0) | (1) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (13) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (9) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Windstream | (0) | (6) | (99) | View Plans | ||
| Zirrus | (0) | (11) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (8) | (214) | (1948) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Carolina West | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| X1 Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in North Carolina
Customer Reviews
A Winston-Salem, NC Customer
Spectrum Cable
April 03, 2026 They are more interested in advertising than customer service
Amber H
Spectrum Fiber
February 14, 2026 I have been a customer of spectrum for years. I have had very few problems they could not resolve. I do appreciate how friendly their techs are. I am low income, and I do wish the internet connectivity plan was still available.
A Winston-Salem, NC Customer
Spectrum Cable
December 06, 2025 A Winston-Salem, NC Customer
Spectrum Cable
November 22, 2025 The price for the same speed keeps creeping up each year. It has almost doubled in 5 years. The competition in the area (fiber optic) should have cut into this monopoly, but so far it hasn't. Service is also very sporadic and outages are more the norm over the past two years. As we add devices (more smartphones, tablets) the service only gets worse and the costs for internet service and subscriptions are insane.
A Winston-Salem, NC Customer
Spectrum Cable
June 10, 2023 Rate your provider
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Winston-Salem?
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 Winston-Salem is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be AT&T and EarthLink. 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 Winston-Salem is AT&T.
- Viasat, Spectrum, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Winston-Salem, available to 96.0% 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.