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Internet Providers in Charlotte, North Carolina

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Home Internet in Charlotte, NC

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
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    Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 83.4%
    Charlotte speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
  • 2. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 94.6%
    Charlotte speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum
  • 3. Kinetic by Windstream
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 14.4%
  • 4. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 72.1%
  • 6. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Google Fiber
    Speeds Up To
    8 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 13.9%
    Charlotte speed tests confirm high speeds for Google Fiber
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 29.5%
  • Ripple Fiber
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 1.2%
1 Residential internet provider is hidden due to low coverage in Charlotte. See All

Best Internet Providers in Charlotte, NC

The best internet providers in Charlotte are AT&T Fiber and Spectrum. AT&T Fiber is the best internet provider in Charlotte because it offers speeds up to 5 Gbps, with prices starting as low as $55 per month. In the most recent BroadbandNow customer survey, AT&T ranked first in reliability among customers.

Spectrum is another excellent internet provider in Charlotte. Boasting download speeds up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary) and a 94.6 percent coverage rate with its cable connection, Spectrum is a formidable challenger to AT&T. Spectrum also provides TV, home phone, and mobile services.

Fastest Internet Providers in Charlotte, NC

Google Fiber is the fastest provider in Charlotte, with speeds up to 8 Gbps.

The fastest internet providers in Charlotte are AT&T Fiber, Spectrum, and Verizon 5G Home Internet. AT&T Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Charlotte, providing symmetrical download and upload speeds up to 5 Gbps. Fiber internet from AT&T has over 99 percent proven reliability, so it’s unlikely to go out — unlike other providers.

Spectrum is the second-fastest internet provider in Charlotte. It’s the only cable connection in Charlotte with download speeds up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary). When comparing Spectrum to AT&T, you should consider that cable has much lower upload speeds than fiber, but it’s more widely available in North Carolina.

Verizon 5G Home Internet is the third-fastest internet provider in Charlotte, with the ability to reach gigabit speeds. Setting up 5G Home Internet is easy, and the speeds are fast. That said, 5G internet’s reliability is susceptible to weather, congestion, and other factors, but providers are continuing to improve it.

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
  • 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
  • Spectrum
  • Kinetic by Windstream
  • Google Fiber
  • Verizon
  • Ripple Fiber
94.6%

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Internet Availability in Charlotte, NC

Spectrum covers 94.6 percent of Charlotte. Whether you’re in Wesley Heights or Biddleville, you’ll be able to tap into Spectrum’s cable internet service or its easily accessible hotspots.

AT&T covers 83.4 percent of the city. Whether you’re in SouthPark or NoDa, you’ll be able to get coverage with AT&T.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Charlotte, NC

Provider Connection Types in Charlotte, NC

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Charlotte, NC
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
53%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
95.13000000000001%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
73.96000000000001%

List of Internet Providers in Charlotte, NC

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet 5 Gbps
Spectrum Cable, Fiber 1 Gbps
Kinetic by Windstream DSL, Fiber 2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Google Fiber Fiber 8 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet 1 Gbps
Ripple Fiber Fiber 1 Gbps

Internet Providers in Charlotte, NC

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
Spectrum $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
Kinetic by Windstream $24.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
Viasat Internet $129.99/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
Google Fiber $70/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 8 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
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 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Ripple Fiber $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber

Frequently Asked Questions About the Internet in Charlotte, NC

  • What is the best internet provider in Charlotte?

    AT&T is the best internet provider in Charlotte because it offers download and upload speeds up to 5 Gbps, starting at the affordable price of $55 per month.

  • Which internet provider in Charlotte is the fastest?

  • Which Charlotte internet provider is the cheapest?

  • Is T-Mobile 5G Home Internet available in Charlotte?

  • Is Verizon 5G Home Internet available in Charlotte?

  • Is there financial assistance for internet service in Charlotte?

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