Internet Providers in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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Home Internet in Fort Lauderdale, FL
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1. AT&T 
Speeds Up To5 Gbps
Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G InternetAvailability: 85%Fort Lauderdale speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet -
2. Xfinity 
Speeds Up To2 Gbps*
Connection: Cable, FiberAvailability: 97.5%Fort Lauderdale speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity -
3. Hughesnet 
Speeds Up To100 Mbps*
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
4. Starlink 
Download Speeds:50 - 220 Mbps*
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
5. Verizon
Speeds Up To50 Mbps*
Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 28.3% -
6. EarthLink
Speeds Up To100 Mbps*
Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 35.8% -
Always ON
Download Speeds:25 - 150 Mbps*
Connection: Fixed WirelessAvailability: 35.8%
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Home Internet Summary in Fort Lauderdale, FL
In Fort Lauderdale, Florida, residents seeking reliable internet should consider Xfinity. Xfinity provides extensive coverage, reaching 97.5% of the city with a robust cable connection. The service offers maximum download speeds of up to 2 Gbps, starting at $30 per month, delivering both high-speed connectivity and solid value.
AT&T Internet is another strong option. It provides IPBB, fiber, and 5G, covering 85% of Fort Lauderdale, with speeds up to 5 Gbps. However, its plans start at $55 per month. HughesNet covers the entire city with satellite service but only offers speeds up to 100 Mbps, beginning at $49.99 per month.
Looking at the broader coverage landscape—DSL at 65%, cable at 45%, fiber at 99%, fixed wireless at 45%, and satellite at 100%—Xfinity and AT&T stand out for their speed, coverage, and customer value.
Best Internet Providers in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Your best option for internet service in Fort Lauderdale is AT&T Fiber. AT&T Fiber, as the name suggests, is AT&T’s fiber-optic internet service. (AT&T also offers a DSL-based service called AT&T Internet and a wireless home internet service called AT&T Internet Air.) AT&T Fiber’s prices start at $55 per month and fiber speeds can reach up to 5 Gbps.
Fiber internet isn’t your only option in Fort Lauderdale. There’s also cable, which is a good high-speed internet option for most households. The local cable provider is Xfinity, which serves 97.5% of Fort Lauderdale. Xfinity’s bundle deals — which combine Xfinity Cable internet with other Xfinity products, such as Xfinity Voice, Xfinity Mobile, Xfinity Home Security, and the TV services Xfinity X1 and Xfinity StreamSaver — start at per month.
What’s a Good Internet Speed?
| Internet Speed | Appropriate For | Providers in your Area offering this Speed | Availability in your Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Mbps |
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35.809999999999995% |
| 100 Mbps |
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100% |
| 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) |
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97.46000000000001% |
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Internet Availability in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Residents in Fort Lauderdale can access the internet from 11 providers. Choosing which provider is best for your home largely depends on your location in the city. For wired connections in the Venice of America, residents can choose between Xfinity for cable internet or AT&T Fiber for fiber internet.
Xfinity boasts availability covering 97.5% of Fort Lauderdale. It has widespread coverage along I-95, the Middle River, and the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. Dead zones for the provider are few and far between. Some areas near the Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport, south of Hacienda Village, and around Pompano Park are outside Xfinity’s service area.
For fiber internet, 41.6% of residents have access to AT&T Fiber. While not as widespread as Xfinity, residents in Melrose Park, Broadview Park, Avon Park, and High Ridge Estates can access AT&T’s fiber service. The provider has various dead zones across the city, notably in Port Everglades, Port Laudania, Wilton Manors, and near the Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport. While AT&T Fiber has some availability near the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway — specifically near Nurmi Isles — Xfinity will feature more widespread coverage along the coast of Fort Lauderdale.
Internet Provider Store Locations in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Provider Connection Types in Fort Lauderdale, FL
| Connection Type | About this Connection Type | Availability in Fort Lauderdale, FL |
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| Satellite |
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100% |
| DSL |
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65.18% |
| Cable |
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98.64% |
| Fiber |
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45.14% |
List of Internet Providers in Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Internet Providers in Fort Lauderdale, FL
| Provider | Plans Starting At | Speeds Up To | Connections | |
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| AT&T Internet | $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 5 Gbps Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. | IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet | |
| Xfinity | $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Cable, Fiber | |
| Hughesnet | $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Satellite | |
| Starlink | $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Satellite | |
| Verizon | $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | 5G Internet | |
| EarthLink 5G Home Internet | $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | 5G Internet | |
| Always ON | $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fixed Wireless |
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