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Internet Providers in Allston, Massachusetts

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Home Internet in Allston, MA

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    225 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 8.4%
  • 2. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 66.7%
  • 3. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
    Availability: 63%
  • 4. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 99.6%
  • 5. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. RCN
    Speeds Up To
    1.5 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 88.8%
  • 8. Starry Internet
    Speeds Up To
    800 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless, Fiber
    Availability: 42.9%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 26.7%

Best Internet Providers in Allston, MA

Xfinity stands as the top internet service provider in Allston, Massachusetts, primarily offering cable connections. It blankets 99.60% of the neighborhood, ensuring nearly all residents can access its services. With a maximum download speed of 2 Gbps, Xfinity provides ample bandwidth for demanding online activities. Its plans start at $30 per month, offering solid value given the wide coverage and high-speed options. This extensive reach and speed make Xfinity a reliable choice for those prioritizing connectivity.

EarthLink Fiber ranks second, delivering fiber connections to 66.70% of Allston. While its coverage pales in comparison to Xfinity's, EarthLink's fiber technology offers impressive reliability and performance. It provides download speeds up to 940 Mbps, suitable for high-definition streaming, gaming, and large file transfers. Starting prices are higher at $54.95 per month, but the consistent speeds and lower latency of fiber connections justify the cost for many users. Allston's 99% fiber availability enhances the connectivity landscape, benefiting residents with diverse options from both Xfinity and EarthLink.

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
26.729999999999997%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • EarthLink
  • Verizon
  • Viasat
  • Hughesnet
  • Starry Internet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
  • RCN
99.59%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Allston, MA

Provider Connection Types in Allston, MA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Allston, MA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
2.86%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
99.22999999999999%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
58.160000000000004%

List of Internet Providers in Allston, MA

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber 940 Mbps
Verizon Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet 940 Mbps
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
RCN Cable 1.5 Gbps
Starry Internet Fixed Wireless, Fiber 800 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Allston, MA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet Air $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 225 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
EarthLink Fiber $54.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Verizon $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, DSL, 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 $119.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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
Starry Internet $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 800 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless, Fiber
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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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