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Internet Providers in Cranford, New Jersey

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Home Internet in Cranford, NJ

  • 1. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
    Availability: 94.5%
    Cranford speed tests confirm high speeds for Verizon
  • 2. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 99.9%
    Cranford speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 94.5%
  • 6. Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 31.4%
  • 7. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Cranford, NJ

In Cranford, New Jersey, Xfinity sits at the top of the pile as the leading internet service provider, thanks to its potent cable connection that covers the entire city. With 100% coverage, Xfinity ensures all Cranford residents have access to digital connectivity. Its impressive internet speeds rocket up to 2 Gbps and their plans start at a wallet-friendly $35 per month.

Verizon slides into second place, delivering fiber, DSL, and cutting-edge 5G internet plans. Their coverage nearly rivals Xfinity's with a 98% outreach in Cranford. Although their max download speeds, at 940 Mbps, are a tad behind Xfinity's, the performance remains impressive. Their monthly plan's kick-off price is $40, making it a worthy contender for consumers.

Occupying the third spot is T-Mobile 5G Home Internet, reaching a more modest 31% of the Cranford populace. Despite lesser coverage, T-Mobile's unique 5G internet connection, with speeds fluctuating between 33 to 245 Mbps depending on location, is a standout feature. With their plans starting at $50 per month, they complete the trio of top internet providers in the city.

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
31.35%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • EarthLink
  • Verizon
  • Viasat
  • HughesNet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
99.92999999999999%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Cranford, NJ

Provider Connection Types in Cranford, NJ

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Cranford, NJ
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
5.79%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
99.85000000000001%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
97.59%

List of Internet Providers in Cranford, NJ

Provider Type Top Speed
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps
EarthLink Fiber 940 Mbps
Verizon Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet 940 Mbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

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