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Internet Providers in Stony Brook, New York

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Home Internet in Stony Brook, NY

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    225 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 5.2%
  • 2. Optimum
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 26.8%
    Stony Brook speed tests confirm high speeds for Optimum
  • 3. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 78.4%
  • 4. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
    Availability: 78.4%
    Stony Brook speed tests confirm high speeds for Verizon
  • 5. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    72 - 245 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 39.1%
  • Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 5.2%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Stony Brook, NY

In Stony Brook, New York, EarthLink Fiber and Verizon stand out for coverage and service quality. EarthLink Fiber covers 78.40% of the area, offering reliable internet with speeds up to 940 Mbps. Their service starts at $54.95 per month, providing a solid balance of speed and cost for those seeking fiber connectivity.

Verizon, the second-ranked provider, matches EarthLink's top speed of 940 Mbps through its fiber network. With 78.30% coverage, Verizon is nearly as widespread in Stony Brook. Their plans begin at $49.99 per month, making them a slightly cheaper option while delivering similar speeds.

In Stony Brook, fiber connectivity reaches 96% of the area, while cable services cover 84%. Satellite options like Hughesnet are available but offer lower speeds. Thus, most residents will find EarthLink and Verizon as their best high-performance internet choices.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • EarthLink
  • Verizon
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Optimum
26.840000000000003%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Stony Brook, NY

Provider Connection Types in Stony Brook, NY

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Stony Brook, NY
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
0.15%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
96.35000000000001%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
83.91%

List of Internet Providers in Stony Brook, NY

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps
Optimum Cable, Fiber 5 Gbps
EarthLink Fiber 940 Mbps
Verizon Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet 940 Mbps
T-Mobile 5G Internet 245 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 225 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Stony Brook, NY

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
Optimum $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
EarthLink Fiber $54.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Verizon $34.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 245 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
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 225 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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