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Viasat is one of the two major U.S. satellite internet providers offering service to nearly 100 percent of the country, reaching 327.0 million people. Satellite internet’s core strength as a technology is its universal availability over a wide area. Viasat satellite internet service isn’t as uniform as their competitor HughesNet regarding speed and quality of service offered. However, Viasat is available in all 50 states and some international areas, including the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico.

The caveat? Most Viasat customers need to determine if they have sufficient space for a clear view of the sky that looks to the South. This requirement can cause issues for customers who may have trees, buildings, or other obstacles obstructing their view. In fact, Viasat is able to provide in-flight connections to airlines for this reason.

Viasat Internet Services

Best features Things to consider
  • Fastest traditional satellite internet provider
  • Expansive availability in rural areas
  • No hard data caps
  • Price increases after three months
  • High plan prices
  • Speed varies by location

Viasat’s pricing is higher than what you’d see from a digital subscriber line (DSL) or even a fixed wireless provider. The monthly rate for Viasat plans ranges from $64.99 to $249.99 per month (excluding equipment fees and taxes). Viasat mainly charges customers based on usage – the more data you need, the more you pay. It is possible to see multiple plans with the same speed but with different data caps and prices.

Plan name Download speeds Starting price Soft data cap
Viasat Satellite Up to 150 Mbps $64.99 per month Up to 500 GB

Technically, with Viasat, all customers have unlimited internet. The data cap advertised with each plan is a “soft cap,” meaning customers who use more data than allotted will experience slower speeds to allow other subscribers priority. Visit our Viasat internet deals and promotions page to learn more and see which plans offer the best deals.

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Viasat Internet Speeds

Satellite service relies on sending and receiving data between a satellite dish in Earth’s orbit and a receiver dish installed on your home. While this setup is ideal in remote areas and for those who need internet access on an RV or boat, the distance in which data must travel limits satellite internet’s overall speed and ability to provide unlimited data. Despite these technical issues, Viasat internet offers a significant upgrade over some slower wireless or DSL speeds in rural areas.

Viasat is one of the fastest satellite internet providers offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps in some areas. Our Viasat speed test shows customers receiving an average download speed near 45 Mbps, higher than any plan HughesNet currently offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Viasat Internet

  • Where is Viasat available?

    Viasat is available to nearly 100 percent of the United States, as well as some international areas and the territory of Puerto Rico. Check to see if Viasat is available in your area by putting your ZIP code into the availability box at the top of this page.

  • How fast is Viasat internet?

    Viasat internet can reach download speeds up to 150 Mbps. This speed is still relatively fast for a satellite provider and surpasses DSL offerings in many areas.

  • Does Viasat require contracts?

    Viasat offers both contract and contract-free plans. If you want to go without the contract, though, you’ll have to pay a hefty $500 fee upfront.

  • What’s the difference between Viasat and Starlink?

    Viasat is a traditional satellite provider, where communication travels between ground stations and satellites orbiting over 22,000 miles high in space. This high position allows the satellites to have an extensive reach (nearly all of the U.S. has access to Viasat internet). The trade-off, however, is its response time or “latency.” Traditional satellite internet takes considerably longer to send messages back and forth than wired broadband internet.

    Starlink is a low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite internet provider that uses numerous smaller satellites that orbit at much lower elevations in space. This constellation of satellites enables Starlink’s internet service to achieve faster speeds and significantly lower latencies.

  • How does Viasat stack up against HughesNet?

    Viasat and HughesNet both offer expansive coverage across the country, but Viasat surpasses HughesNet by offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps. HughesNet, on the other hand, maxes out at download speeds up to 25 Mbps.