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Best Internet Providers in Palo Alto, CA for You

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Top 11 Internet Service Providers in Palo Alto, CA

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AT&T 90.5% Available
Fiber, IPBB, 5G Internet
Download speeds up to: 5 Gbps
Plans starting at: $34.00/mo*
*Price is per month, plus taxes. Price after discounts: 20% off w/elig wireless svc. and $10/mo w/elig Autopay & Paperless bill. Discounts start w/in 2 bills. Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7 Gbps.
Xfinity 99.3% Available
Cable
Download speeds up to: 2 Gbps
Plans starting at: $40.00/mo*
*Prices may vary depending on the plan. Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
Viasat 100% Available
Satellite
Download speeds up to: 150 Mbps
Plans starting at: $69.99/mo*
*Price shown includes promotion; Get $30/mo. off for first 3 months. For new customers only. You must mention this offer when ordering service to receive the discount. Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
T-Mobile 51.9% Available
5G Internet
Download speeds from: 87 - 415 Mbps
Plans starting at: $50.00/mo*
*Prices may vary depending on the plan. 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.
Mint Mobile 49% Available
5G Internet
Download speeds from: 133 - 415 Mbps
Plans starting at: $30.00/mo*
*Prices may vary depending on the plan. Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
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Verizon 41.1% Available
5G Internet
Download speeds up to: 300 Mbps
Plans starting at: $35.00/mo*
*Prices may vary depending on the plan. Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
XNET WiFi 54.7% Available
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to: 2 Gbps
Plans starting at: $65.00/mo*
*Prices may vary depending on the plan. Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
Etheric 83.7% Available
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to: 1 Gbps
Rocky Ridge Wireless 16.1% Available
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to: 100 Mbps
Plans starting at: $60.00/mo*
*Prices may vary depending on the plan. Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
Starlink 100% Available
Satellite
Download speeds up to: 350 Mbps
Plans starting at: $59.00/mo*
*Prices may vary depending on the plan. Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
Hughesnet 100% Available
Satellite
Download speeds up to: 100 Mbps
Plans starting at: $39.99/mo*
*Prices may vary depending on the plan. Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
When shopping for the best internet in Palo Alto, savvy consumers will want to start by looking at fiber internet options. AT&T Fiber is a standout choice, offering blazing-fast speeds up to 5 Gbps. This option covers 48.9% of the area and starts at an attractive price of $55 per month. If fiber is available in your neighborhood, it's the top recommendation for speed and reliability. For those who might be outside fiber's reach, cable internet serves as an excellent alternative. Xfinity covers an impressive 99.3% of Palo Alto, providing speeds up to 2 Gbps. With starting prices at $30 per month, it's a strong contender for consumers wanting a balance of speed and value. While wired connections are typically preferred for high-speed internet, wireless technology like 5G is rapidly becoming a viable option. EarthLink 5G Home Internet covers 20.8% of the area, offering speeds up to 100 Mbps with starting prices at $39.95 monthly. Another option is Verizon, with 30.2% coverage and speeds up to 50 Mbps. DSL remains an option for some households as well. AT&T Internet, with its DSL offering, covers a vast 92.7% of Palo Alto. It provides speeds up to 100 Mbps, starting at $60 per month, and can be a reliable choice where other options may not be available.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Palo Alto

Average download speed in Palo Alto:

145 Mbps

Based on 35,897 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Palo Alto

  1. AT&T - Fast download speeds in Palo Alto, most Fiber availability and most DSL availability
  2. Xfinity - Most internet coverage in Palo Alto
  3. Viasat - Widely available
  4. T-Mobile - up to 415 Mbps
  5. Mint Mobile - up to 415 Mbps
  6. Verizon - up to 300 Mbps
  7. XNET WiFi - up to 2000 Mbps
  8. Etheric - up to 1000 Mbps
  9. Rocky Ridge Wireless - up to 100 Mbps
  10. Starlink - Coverage
  11. Hughesnet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL

Fastest Internet Providers in Palo Alto

How Much Speed Do I Need?

25+ Mbps

  • Web Surfing & Email
  • HD Streaming
  • Supports 1-2 Devices
  • Ideal for 1-2 people

100+ Mbps

  • Ultra HD (4K) Streaming
  • Low Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports 3-5 Devices
  • Ideal for 2-6 people

1 Gig

  • Multi 4K HD Streaming
  • No Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports more than 5 Devices
  • Ideal for 6+ people

An Overview of Internet Providers in Palo Alto By list

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
AT&T Fiber, IPBB, 5G Internet 5 Gbps 91%
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps 99%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile 5G Internet 415 Mbps 52%
Mint Mobile 5G Internet 415 Mbps 49%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 41%
XNET Fixed Wireless 2 Gbps 55%
Etheric Fixed Wireless 1 Gbps 84%
Cruzio Internet Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps 1%
Rocky Ridge Wireless Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps 16%
Tekify Fiber & Wireless Fixed Wireless 500 Mbps 5%
Starlink Satellite 350 Mbps 100%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
AT&T Fiber, IPBB, 5G Internet 5 Gbps 58%
Viasat Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile 5G Internet 415 Mbps 29%
Verizon 5G Internet 400 Mbps 2%
GeoLinks Fixed Wireless 50 Mbps 4%
HughesNet Satellite 25 Mbps 100%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Palo Alto

Internet service providers in Palo Alto use different methods for connecting their customers to the web. Connection types matter, so choose wisely. Fiber is generally the fastest and most reliable option, followed by cable, DSL and 5G home internet.

What is Mbps?

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Free Wireless Internet Access in Palo Alto, CA

Hotspot
1791 Arastradero Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Hotspot
1069 East Meadow Cr
Palo Alto, CA 94303

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