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Best Internet Providers in Elgin, IL

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Top 11 Internet Service Providers in Elgin, IL

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1. AT&T

84.8% Available
Download speeds up to:
5 Gbps IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 42.00/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. See offer details
84.8% Available

2. EarthLink

85.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps DSL, 5G Internet
85.1% Available

3. Xfinity

98.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
2 Gbps Cable
Prices Starting At 30.00/mo
98.7% Available

4. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
100% Available

5. T-Mobile Home Internet

46.7% Available
Download speeds from:
87 - 415 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.

Rely plans can experience fast speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 87 Mbps– 318 Mbps. 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.

46.7% Available

6. Verizon

34.3% Available
Download speeds up to:
300 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
34.3% Available

7. HughesNet

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 39.99/mo
100% Available

8. XNET WiFi

46.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
2 Gbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 65.00/mo
46.7% Available

9. Fox Valley Internet

21.6% Available
Download speeds up to:
300 Mbps Fixed Wireless
21.6% Available

10. RCN

81.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
1.5 Gbps Cable
Prices Starting At 30.00/mo *
*Includes autopay/e-bill discount. | RCN prices their plans regionally. We do our best to collect these regions and zip codes, but always verify pricing via phone or online in your specific zip code.
81.7% Available

11. Starlink

100% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 220 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
100% Available

Best Internet Providers in Elgin

Looking for the best internet in Elgin, IL? You've come to the right place! Let's dive into your options.

Start with fiber internet. It's super fast and reliable. In Elgin, AT&T Fiber is a strong choice. They offer blazing speeds up to 5 Gbps. So, if you're all about speed, this is the way to go.

Next up, consider cable internet. It's also fast and widely available. Xfinity is a great option in Elgin, covering almost the entire city with speeds up to 2 Gbps. Another solid choice is Astound Broadband Powered by RCN, offering speeds up to 1.5 Gbps. Both are reliable and great for everyday use.

Don't forget about wireless options. If you're keen on 5G home internet, EarthLink 5G Home Internet covers a good portion of Elgin, offering speeds up to 100 Mbps. Verizon is also expanding its 5G coverage, with speeds up to 50 Mbps.

Lastly, there's DSL. In Elgin, AT&T Internet provides DSL service with coverage up to 86.2% and speeds reaching 100 Mbps. It's a dependable choice if fiber or cable isn’t available in your area.

No matter your need, Elgin has internet options to keep you connected!

Internet Provider Store Locations in Elgin

Average download speed in Elgin:

170 Mbps

Based on 21,273 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Elgin

  1. AT&T - Fast download speeds in Elgin, most Fiber availability and most DSL availability
  2. EarthLink - DSL or 5g internet up to 100 Mbps
  3. Xfinity - Most internet coverage in Elgin and most Cable availability
  4. Viasat - Widely available
  5. T-Mobile Home Internet - 5g internet up to 415 Mbps
  6. Verizon - 5g internet up to 300 Mbps
  7. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  8. XNET WiFi - Fixed wireless up to 2000 Mbps
  9. Fox Valley Internet - Fixed wireless up to 300 Mbps
  10. RCN - Cable up to 1500 Mbps
  11. Starlink - Coverage

Fastest Internet Providers in Elgin

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 Elgin By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 20%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 85%
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps 99%
Fox Valley Internet Fixed Wireless 300 Mbps 22%
Metronet Fiber 5.12 Gbps 1%
RCN Cable 1.5 Gbps 82%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
AT&T 5G Internet 300 Mbps 80%
EarthLink DSL 100 Mbps 85%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 415 Mbps 47%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 34%
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps 28%
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 2 Gbps 47%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 85%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 47%
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 20%
AT&T 5G Internet 300 Mbps 80%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 34%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Elgin

Internet service providers in Elgin 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.

Fiber - 99%
Cable - 61%
DSL - 61%

What is Mbps?

Mbps is the abbreviation for megabits per second, and it also appears written as Mbits/sec. Internet providers use megabits per second to measure speeds. Broadband speeds are 25 Mbps or faster. Learn more about Mbps.

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Free Wireless Internet Access in Elgin, IL

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150 Dexter Court
Elgin, IL 60120
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1700 Spartan Drive
Elgin, IL 60123
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595 South State St
Elgin, IL 60123
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595 South State St
Elgin, IL 60123
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40 Dupage Court
Elgin, IL 60120
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30 Dupage Court
Elgin, IL 60120
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440 Airport Road
Elgin, IL 60123
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650 South State
Elgin, IL 60123
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750 South State St
Elgin, IL 60123
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595 South State St
Elgin, IL 60123

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