Internet Providers in Portland, Oregon
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1. Quantum Fiber 
Speeds Up To8 Gbps
Connection: FiberAvailability: 57.2% -
2. Xfinity
Speeds Up To2 Gbps
Connection: CableAvailability: 97.1%Portland speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity -
3. Viasat
Speeds Up To100 Mbps
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
4. HughesNet
Speeds Up To100 Mbps
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
5. CenturyLink
Speeds Up To140 Mbps
Connection: DSLAvailability: 20.5% -
6. Verizon
Speeds Up To1 Gbps
Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 38.2% -
7. AT&T
Speeds Up To100 Mbps
Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 39.6% -
Starlink
Download Speeds:50 - 220 Mbps
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
Ziply Fiber
Speeds Up To6 Gbps
Connection: FiberAvailability: 27.2%
Best Internet Providers in Portland, OR
Quantum Fiber is the best internet service provider in Portland, followed closely by Ziply Fiber. If you’re able to get either of those providers in your area, we recommend you consider their plans. Because the providers use fiber-optic connections, their speeds — which can reach 940 Mbps for Quantum Fiber and 50 Gbps for Ziply Fiber — are “symmetrical,” which means upload speeds are just as fast as download speeds. BroadbandNow.com’s user satisfaction data looks good for both providers too. If you live in an area where Ziply Fiber is available and want to try out its fiber internet service, plans range between $10 and $900 per month. It offers a handful of plans for you to choose from, but its advertised speeds will vary by city.
If you can’t get fiber in your area, your next-best option is the city’s cable internet provider, Xfinity. Xfinity’s cable connections can reach speeds between 100 Mbps and 1 Gbps, and its user satisfaction scores have been increasing in recent years. Its standalone internet plans start at $30 per month, while its most expensive plan costs $95 per month. If you’re interested in its bundles, which include internet, home phone, mobile, home security and TV services, you’ll see its starting price at $55 per month. Other connection types, like DSL, can’t compete with cable or fiber, so we recommend sticking with those top few options.
Most ISPs offer deals and promotions if you’re a new customer. One such provider is Xfinity, with current deals that include Apple TV+, Peacock Premium and Netflix Standard when you add Xfinity StreamSaver to your internet plan, a free Getting Started Kit and shipping, and Wi-Fi equipment included for 24 months. These promotions change every month, so make sure to check back frequently to see the latest deals so you can save money on your internet service.
Fastest Internet Providers in Portland, OR
The fastest of Portland’s home internet service companies is Quantum Fiber, which offers speeds of up to 8 Gbps on its fastest plan.
Not all speeds are created equal though. Fiber internet has upload speeds that are just as fast as its download speeds, and that’s not true of cable or DSL connections. Fiber is also less prone to slowing down during peak hours than cable or DSL.
Make sure you have a Wi-Fi router that is capable of handling the speeds you’re paying for. Speak with your internet company to make sure you’re not bottlenecking your own speeds with a subpar Wi-Fi router. You’ll also want to check your monthly data usage if your internet plan has data caps. If you choose a fiber internet provider, plans typically come with unlimited data. Cable, satellite and fixed wireless providers tend to implement data caps, which can slow down your speeds if you go over the allotted amount each month. We recommend the fiber internet route if you and your household are power internet users and take up a lot of data for your online activities.
What’s a Good Internet Speed?
| Internet Speed | Appropriate For | Providers in your Area offering this Speed | Availability in your Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Mbps |
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100% |
| 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) |
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|
97.11999999999999% |
Learn more about internet speeds:
Internet Availability in Portland, OR
When shopping for a fiber provider in Portland, you’ll likely be looking at either Quantum Fiber or Ziply Fiber — and most likely the former rather than the latter. Ziply Fiber’s footprint in Portland is relatively small, with some coverage in the Powellhurst-Gilbert area and not a whole lot beyond that. If that’s your area, consider Ziply Fiber; otherwise, look for Quantum Fiber.
Quantum Fiber’s reach in Portland is significantly better: It covers Northeast Portland, Rose City Park, Southeast Portland, and most other neighborhoods. The exception to Quantum Fiber’s general availability is the downtown area and a few places nearby. The Pearl District, Downtown Portland, and the campus of Portland State University aren’t currently served by Quantum Fiber. Across the Willamette River, coverage is block to block in the Lloyd District and Central Eastside areas.
If you live in one of the areas that isn’t served by fiber internet, you can always fall back on Xfinity’s cable internet plans and bundles. Xfinity is available just about everywhere in Portland, from St. John’s to Southeast Portland and from Southwest Portland up to Parkrose.
Internet Provider Store Locations in Portland, OR
Provider Connection Types in Portland, OR
| Connection Type | About this Connection Type | Availability in Portland, OR |
|---|---|---|
| Satellite |
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100% |
| DSL |
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23.77% |
| Cable |
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98.95% |
| Fiber |
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75.96000000000001% |
List of Internet Providers in Portland, OR
| Provider | Type | Top Speed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | Cable | 2 Gbps | |
| Quantum Fiber | Fiber | 8 Gbps | |
| Verizon | 5G Internet | 1 Gbps | |
| AT&T | 5G Internet | 100 Mbps | |
| Viasat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | |
| HughesNet | Satellite | 100 Mbps | |
| CenturyLink | DSL | 140 Mbps | |
| Starlink | Satellite | 220 Mbps | |
| Ziply Fiber | Fiber | 6 Gbps |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Internet in Portland, OR
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