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Spectrum 
Plans Starting At $30Prices may vary depending on the planSpeeds Up To1 GbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: CableAvailability: 33% -
AT&T 
Plans Starting At $60Prices may vary depending on the planSpeeds Up To300 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 29.3% -
Xfinity 
Plans Starting At $30Prices may vary depending on the planSpeeds Up To2 GbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: Cable, FiberAvailability: 98.8%Over 100 speed tests in 97224 confirm high speeds for Xfinity -
Viasat 
Plans Starting At $99.99Price shown includes promotion; Get $20/mo. off for first 6 months. For new customers only. You must mention this offer when ordering service to receive the discount.Speeds Up To150 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
T-Mobile 
Plans Starting At $50Prices may vary depending on the planDownload Speeds:133 - 415 MbpsAll-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 50.2% -
Verizon 
Plans Starting At $50Prices may vary depending on the planSpeeds Up To50 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 26.6% -
EarthLink 
Plans Starting At $39.95Prices may vary depending on the planSpeeds Up To100 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 58% -
Hughesnet 
Plans Starting At $49.99Prices may vary depending on the planSpeeds Up To100 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
XNET WiFi 
Plans Starting At $85Prices may vary depending on the planDownload Speeds:25 - 150 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: Fixed WirelessAvailability: 29.3% -
Ziply Fiber 
Plans Starting At $20Prices may vary depending on the planSpeeds Up To6 GbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: Fiber, DSLAvailability: 84% -
Starlink 
Plans Starting At $80Prices may vary depending on the planDownload Speeds:50 - 220 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100%
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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 $20 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.
While you can get DSL in Portland, we don’t really recommend it due to its speed and price. On the other hand, you could consider T-Mobile 5G Home Internet as an alternative to Xfinity, Quantum Fiber and Ziply Fiber. Not only does it have speeds between 133 Mbps to 415 Mbps, which is plenty of speed for most of your online activities, but it is affordable, starting at $60 per month.
Most ISPs offer deals and promotions to new customers. For example, Xfinity has an offer that includes Apple TV+, Peacock Premium and Netflix Standard when you add Xfinity StreamSaver (for just $15 per month) to your internet plan. Xfinity also offers a free Getting Started Kit and shipping and Wi-Fi equipment included for 24 months when you order. Like gift cards? With T-Mobile 5G Home Internet, you can get a $300 Virtual Prepaid Mastercard when you sign up this month for select plans. 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 , which offers speeds of up to 50 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.
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.
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