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Internet Providers in Barnstable, Massachusetts

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Home Internet in Barnstable, MA

  • 1. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 99.2%
    Barnstable speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 2. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet, DSL
    Availability: 66.8%
  • 4. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 42.9%
  • 6. Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 64.6%

Best Internet Providers in Barnstable, MA

In Barnstable, Massachusetts, Xfinity stands out as the top internet service provider, offering cable connections with maximum download speeds of up to 2 Gbps. With services available to 99.20% of residents and starting at $30 per month, Xfinity provides extensive coverage and high-speed internet, appealing to those needing reliable and fast service at a reasonable price.

Verizon ranks second, offering a mix of 5G internet and DSL options. Though its maximum download speed of 50 Mbps is lower than Xfinity's, Verizon covers 66.80% of the area with services starting at $40 per month. This plan is suitable for users who do not require ultra-high speeds but want a dependable connection. Additionally, Verizon's fixed wireless technology reaches 77% of Barnstable, providing another connectivity option, especially where wired connections may be less viable.

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
64.55%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • HughesNet
  • Starlink
  • EarthLink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
99.16%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Barnstable, MA

Provider Connection Types in Barnstable, MA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Barnstable, MA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
13.99%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
99.07000000000001%

List of Internet Providers in Barnstable, MA

Provider Type Top Speed
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet, DSL 50 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Barnstable, MA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Verizon $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet, DSL
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 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
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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