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Internet Providers in Palatine, Illinois

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Home Internet in Palatine, IL

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
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    Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 82.8%
    Palatine speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
  • 2. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 99.9%
    Palatine speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 68.5%
  • 5. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. RCN
    Speeds Up To
    1.5 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 5%
  • 7. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 8. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 44.8%
  • Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 68.5%

Best Internet Providers in Palatine, IL

In Palatine, Illinois, Xfinity stands as the top choice for internet service. With 99.90% coverage, nearly all residents can access its cable connection. Xfinity offers high-speed internet with maximum download speeds of 2 Gbps. Plans start at $30 per month, making Xfinity a strong option for those seeking fast and reliable internet on a budget.

AT&T Internet and Verizon also provide solid alternatives. AT&T serves 82.80% of the village with IPBB, fiber, and 5G connections. Its top download speed reaches 5 Gbps, with plans starting at $55 per month. Although pricier, AT&T's expansive fiber network and higher speeds appeal to users needing more bandwidth. Conversely, Verizon's 5G service covers 44.80% of Palatine, offering download speeds up to 50 Mbps. Plans start at $50 per month, presenting a reasonable option where 5G coverage exists.

Palatine residents have several high-quality internet plans to choose from, suiting various needs and budgets.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Always ON
68.47999999999999%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Xfinity
  • RCN
99.89%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Palatine, IL

Provider Connection Types in Palatine, IL

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Palatine, IL
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
71.12%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
99.83%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
11.790000000000001%

List of Internet Providers in Palatine, IL

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet 5 Gbps
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
RCN Cable 1.5 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Palatine, IL

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
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
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Astound Broadband Powered by RCN $20/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1.5 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
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
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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