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#1 Recommended Plan
1. Optimum 
Speeds Up To8 GbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: Cable, FiberAvailability: 49.4%LIMITED TIME OFFER FOR OPTIMUM CUSTOMERSGet up to 3 Months FREE Internet when you sign up for 1 Gig Internet with autopay!1st Month free will be applied as a bill credit, with remaining 2 months paid out in the form of a gift card at month 6 and 12 for the internet price only. Customer must maintain Autopay/Paperless bill through the first 12 mos. Addl terms apply. Offer ends at 3/1/26 at 11:59PM ET. See details. -
2. Spectrum 
Speeds Up To2 GbpsSpeeds up to 2G in Select Markets.Connection: CableAvailability: 34.8%Brooklyn speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum -
3. Verizon 
Speeds Up To2 GbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: DSL, Fiber, 5G InternetAvailability: 100%Brooklyn speed tests confirm high speeds for Verizon Fios -
4. EarthLink 
Speeds Up To940 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: FiberAvailability: 55.8% -
5. T-Mobile 
Download Speeds:87 Mbps - 415 MbpsRely, All-In, and Amplified Internet plans can experience fast 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. T-Mobile Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks. See https://t-mobile.com/OpenInternet for additional details.Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 68.7%Brooklyn speed tests confirm high speeds for T-Mobile 5G Home Internet -
6. Mint Mobile 
Download Speeds:133 Mbps - 415 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 65.6%LIMITED TIME OFFERIntroducing 5G Home MINTernet powered by T-Mobile starting at $30/month -
Astound Broadband 
Speeds Up To2 GbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: Fiber, CableAvailability: 1.1% -
7. XNET WiFi 
Speeds Up To2 GbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: Fixed WirelessAvailability: 67.3% -
Starry Internet 
Speeds Up To1 GbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: Fixed WirelessAvailability: 12.8% -
9. Starlink 
Speeds Up To350 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
10. Hughesnet 
Speeds Up To100 MbpsNot all internet speeds available in all areas.Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100%
Internet Providers in Brooklyn, NY
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Popular Brooklyn Internet Deals
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| Optimum | Get up to 4 months free when you sign up today! Applies only to 1 Gig plan or higher speeds (3 months free for 1 Gig, 2 Gig, 5 Gig plans — 4 months free for 8 Gig plan) |
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| Spectrum | Get Spectrum Internet® with a free modem, free antivirus software and no data caps! |
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| Verizon | Get a 43" Class QF QLED Samsung TV or Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE 5G on us! |
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| T-Mobile | Limited time. Get a $300 rebate (via virtual prepaid Mastercard) when you activate a new T-Mobile Internet line on an eligible All-In Home Internet plan! |
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| Astound Broadband | Get a $300 Amazon.com gift card when you subscribe to the 1.5 Gig service with Wi-Fi! |
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Brooklyn Home Internet Providers
| Provider | Plans starting at | Speeds up to | Connections | |
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| Spectrum | $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 2 Gbps Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets. | Cable |
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| Mint Mobile | $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 133 Mbps - 415 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | 5G Internet |
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| Starry Internet | $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fixed Wireless |
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| Verizon | $35/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | DSL, Fiber, 5G Internet |
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| Hughesnet | $39.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Satellite |
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| Optimum | $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 8 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Cable, Fiber |
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| Astound Broadband | $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fiber, Cable |
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| T-Mobile | $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 87 Mbps - 415 Mbps Rely, All-In, and Amplified Internet plans can experience fast 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. T-Mobile Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks. See https://t-mobile.com/OpenInternet for additional details. | 5G Internet |
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| EarthLink | $54.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 940 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fiber |
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| XNET WiFi | $65/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fixed Wireless |
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| Starlink | $80/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 350 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Satellite |
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Best Internet Providers in Brooklyn, NY
Brooklyn's best internet service provider is Verizon Fios. Why? Because Verizon Fios, as the name suggests, uses a fiber-optic network. Fiber networks are faster and more reliable than other types of internet networks, which is why Verizon Fios can afford to offer download speeds that range from 300 Mbps up to 2 Gbps, as well as upload speeds that are just as quick as its download speeds. Prices for Verizon Fios internet-only plans in Brooklyn range from $49.99 per month up to $109.99 per month, and the company also offers discounts to Verizon mobile customers — a deal that basically amounts to a "bundle deal" in everything but name. Verizon Fios also offers the modem and router you'll need at no extra fee.
If you can't get fiber-optic internet in your area of Brooklyn, then your next-best option is to go with cable internet. Brooklyn has two big cable providers: Spectrum and Optimum. Don't expect to have a choice between the two, however. Spectrum and Optimum generally operate in different areas of Brooklyn, so you'll probably only be able to get one or the other.
Spectrum's prices start at $30 per month for internet-only plans, and its speeds can reach up to 2 Gbps. Optimum's prices start at $40 per month for internet-only plans, and its speeds can reach up to 940 Mbps.
There are other options in Brooklyn, including Verizon's DSL internet service (called "Verizon High Speed Internet") and various wireless options, like Verizon 5G Home Internet. But we'd recommend that you focus on your fiber-optic and cable internet options, as those are faster and more reliable than the alternatives.
Still, if you prefer wireless internet or can't afford wired internet options in your area, T-Mobile 5G Home Internet is a provider we recommend. With download speeds ranging from 133 Mbps up to 415 Mbps, T-Mobile 5G Home Internet utilizes cell towers in various neighborhoods to deliver internet to gateway devices in residential homes. Installation is straightforward, as it's plug and play, and you're looking at a price point of $50 to $70 per month.
| Provider | Why they're great | Who they're great for | |
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| Optimum | Excellent bundle savings | Optimum is an incredible value for customers looking to maximize their monthly savings by pairing their home internet with a mobile plan. |
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| Spectrum | Cheapest provider | Spectrum is ideal for budget-conscious shoppers looking for entry-level plans that offer reliable everyday connectivity at an affordable rate. |
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| Verizon | Symmetrical fiber speeds | Verizon Fios is the premier choice for remote professionals needing matching upload and download speeds for lag-free video conferencing. |
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| EarthLink | No annual contracts | EarthLink is a great fit for renters and flexible households who want high-quality internet without being tied down by long-term commitments. |
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| T-Mobile | Straightforward pricing | Customers who hate hidden costs and want straightforward pricing with no equipment fees and taxes included will love T-Mobile 5G Home Internet. |
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Brooklyn Cheapest Internet Plans
Keeping costs low in Brooklyn is easy with Spectrum, offering plans from just $30 per month. This yields notable savings compared to Verizon Fios, our top overall pick, starting at $49.99 per month. For another affordable choice, Verizon 5G Home Internet begins at $35 per month.
| Provider | Plan name | Price | Speeds up to | |
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| Optimum | Optimum 200 | $25/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 200 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. |
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| Spectrum | Spectrum Internet® Advantage | $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 100 Mbps Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets. |
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| Mint Mobile | 3-month w/ Mint Phone Plan | $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 415 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. |
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| Starry Internet | Starry 200 | $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 200 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. |
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| Verizon | Verizon Home Internet Lite | $35/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. | 25 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. |
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Fastest Internet Providers in Brooklyn, NY
The fastest internet provider in the borough of Brooklyn is Optimum, which can reach speeds of up to 8 Gbps.
But keep in mind that not all speeds are created equal. Fiber-optic internet providers have upload speeds that are as fast as their download speeds. For example, Verizon Fios — a fiber provider — has a maximum download speed of up to 2 Gbps and a maximum upload speed of up to 2 Gbps. Spectrum — a cable provider — has a maximum download speed of up to 2 Gbps and a maximum upload speed of up to 35 Mbps.
| Provider | Speeds up to | Connection type | |
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| Optimum | 8 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fiber |
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| Spectrum | 2 Gbps Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets. | Cable |
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| Verizon | 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fiber |
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| Astound Broadband | 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fiber |
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| XNET WiFi | 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fixed Wireless |
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Internet Availability in Brooklyn, NY
When shopping for internet in Brooklyn, the big question to ask is this: Can I get Verizon Fios?
The good news is that you probably can. Verizon Fios availability does vary a bit within Brooklyn (its total coverage is 77.9% of the city), but most neighborhoods are very well covered.
That trend starts up in North Brooklyn, where availability is virtually complete in Greenpoint and is very strong in Williamsburg and Bushwick, too. Bedford-Stuyvesant and Crown Heights have rates of availability that are similar to those in Williamsburg, and things are even better in South Brooklyn, all the way down to Coney Island. The only area where availability gets a little spotty is in the Sunset Park area along 3rd avenue, but it's worth checking your address even in that area — you may find that you can get Verizon Fios after all.
If you choose not to get Fios, you'll most likely need to know which cable internet provider serves your area of Brooklyn.
The pattern is pretty straightforward: Spectrum serves neighborhoods along the East River and New York Harbor, from North Brooklyn down to the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge. If you're living in Greenpoint, Williamsburg, Clinton Hill, DUMBO, Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, Red Hook, Gowanus, Park Slope, Sunset Park, or Bay Ridge, you're going to have access to Spectrum. With the exceptions of a few small patches of a few blocks each, the entire rest of the borough is served by Optimum: from Bensonhurst and Coney Island over to East New York and up to Bushwick. For you Bushwick residents, Flushing Avenue is the border between Optimum territory and Spectrum territory.
| Connection type | Provider with most coverage | Brooklyn availability | Starting price | |
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| DSL | Verizon High Speed Internet | 100% | $40/mo |
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| Satellite | Hughesnet | 100% | $39.99/mo |
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| Fiber | Verizon Fios | 77.9% | $49.99/mo |
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| Fixed Wireless | XNET WiFi | 67.3% | $65/mo |
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| Cable | Optimum | 49.4% | $40/mo |
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| 5G Internet | Verizon 5G Home Internet | 21.7% | $35/mo |
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Brooklyn Internet Stats
| Average internet monthly cost | Available speed ranges | Available price range | Available connection types |
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| $67.3 | 25 Mbps - 8 Gbps | $20/mo - $205/mo | 5G Internet, Cable, DSL, Fiber, Fixed Wireless, Satellite |
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Fastest Speed
OptimumFiber
8 Gig Fiber Internet$120/mo*Taxes & fees extra and subj. to change. See disclaimer for details. Restrictions apply. See offer details
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OptimumFiber
5 Gig Fiber Internet$90/mo*Taxes & fees extra and subj. to change. See disclaimer for details. Restrictions apply. See offer details
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Download Speeds up to 5 Gbps
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Lowest Price
SpectrumCable
Spectrum Internet® Advantage$30/mo*Taxes & fees extra and subj. to change. See disclaimer for details. Restrictions apply. See offer details
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Download Speeds up to 100 Mbps
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