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Best Internet Providers in Columbus, OH

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Top 11 Internet Service Providers in Columbus, OH

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1. AT&T

93.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
5 Gbps IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 55.00/mo *
93.5% Available

2. Spectrum

95.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Cable, Fiber
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
95.1% Available

3. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 99.99/mo
100% Available

4. T-Mobile Home Internet

61.9% Available
Download speeds from:
72 - 245 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 60.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.
61.9% Available

5. EarthLink

49.2% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 39.95/mo
49.2% Available

6. HughesNet

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 49.99/mo
100% Available

7. XNET WiFi

24.3% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 85.00/mo
24.3% Available

8. Breezeline

78.6% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Cable
Prices Starting At 19.99/mo *
*Enrollment in Auto Pay & Eco Save service is required.
78.6% Available

9. Agile Networks

12.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 48.00/mo
12.5% Available

10. Starlink

100% Available
Download speeds from:
50 - 220 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 120.00/mo
100% Available

11. Verizon

40% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
40% Available

Internet Service Providers in Columbus, Ohio

If you're in Columbus, Ohio, and want fast, reliable internet, you should first look at fiber internet options. AT&T Fiber covers 25.6% of the city and offers speeds up to 5 Gbps. Plans start at $55 per month. This is a great choice for neighborhoods like Short North, German Village, and around Ohio State University.

For most people, cable internet will be the best fit. Spectrum is widely available; it covers 95.1% of Columbus, with speeds up to 1 Gbps. Plans start at $49.99 per month. Whether you're in Clintonville or the Brewery District, Spectrum is a reliable option.

If you prefer wireless options, Verizon provides 5G home internet in 40% of the city. It boasts speeds up to 1 Gbps, with prices starting at $50 per month. EarthLink, too, offers 5G home internet services; it has wider coverage at 49.2% but lower maximum speeds of 100 Mbps. Earthlink’s plans start at $39.95 per month.

For DSL service, AT&T Internet covers 93.5% of Columbus and offers speeds up to 100 Mbps. This might be a good option if fiber or cable isn’t available in your area. Plans start at $60 per month.

An Overview of Internet Providers in Columbus By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 26%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 93%
Breezeline Cable 1 Gbps 79%
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps 95%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 24%
Agile Networks Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps 12%
Casair Fixed Wireless 50 Mbps 7%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 62%
Verizon 5G Internet 1 Gbps 40%
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps 49%
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 225 Mbps 24%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Breezeline Cable 1 Gbps 79%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 93%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 62%
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 26%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 24%
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps 95%
Casair Fixed Wireless 50 Mbps 7%
Verizon 5G Internet 1 Gbps 40%
Agile Networks Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps 12%
Spectrum Fiber 1 Gbps 1%

Fastest Columbus Internet Providers

Connection Type

Internet Providers

Download Speeds Up To

Upload Speeds Up To

Availability

Fiber
(Covering 26% of Columbus)

AT&T Fiber

5 Gbps

5 Gbps

25.6%

Frontier

Call For Details

Call For Details

0.3%

Cable
(Covering 97.7% of Columbus)

Spectrum

1 Gbps

35 Mbps

95.1%

Breezeline

1 Gbps

50 Mbps

78.6%

DSL
(Covering 76% of Columbus)

Frontier

Call For Details

Call For Details

0.2%

AT&T Internet

100 Mbps

20 Mbps

93.5%

Fixed Wireless
(Covering 71.8% of Columbus)

Verizon 5G Home Internet

1 Gbps

75 Mbps

40%

AT&T Internet Air

225 Mbps

30 Mbps

24.3%

Satellite
(Covering 100% of Columbus)

Starlink

220 Mbps

25 Mbps

100%

Viasat Internet

150 Mbps

3 Mbps

100%

Frequently Asked Questions About Columbus Internet Providers

Which provider offers the fastest internet in Columbus?

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Columbus, with 2 Gbps download speeds for $299.95 per month through their Gigabit Pro plan.

Which provider offers the cheapest internet in Columbus?

Xfinity, WOW!, and Mediacom all offer plans starting at $19.99 per month. Xfinity and Mediacom offer 60 Mbps download speeds at this price. WOW! provides 100 Mbps download speeds at the same price.

What type of wired internet is most common in Columbus?

Cable and fiber are the most common internet connection types in Columbus. You can access cable internet through Spectrum, WOW!, and Xfinity, among others, and fiber internet through AT&T.

Does Columbus have fiber-optic internet access?

Columbus residents can enjoy fiber-optic internet through AT&T and EarthLink, which cover 99.7 percent of the city.

Can I get 5G internet in Columbus?

Yes. T-Mobile offers 5G internet in Columbus, with download speeds up to 110 Mbps for $50 per month.

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Columbus

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Average download speed in Columbus:

138 Mbps

Based on 187,004 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Columbus

  1. AT&T - Fast download speeds in Columbus, most Fiber availability and most DSL availability
  2. Spectrum - No data caps and most Cable availability
  3. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Columbus
  4. T-Mobile Home Internet - 5g internet up to 245 Mbps
  5. EarthLink - 5g internet up to 100 Mbps
  6. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  7. XNET WiFi - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps
  8. Breezeline - Cable up to 1000 Mbps
  9. Agile Networks - Fixed wireless up to 100 Mbps
  10. Starlink - Widely available
  11. Verizon - 5g internet up to 1000 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Columbus

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

Internet Availability by Connection Type in Columbus

Internet service providers in Columbus 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 - 98%
Cable - 77%
DSL - 77%

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 Columbus, OH

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1505 Bethel Rd Ste 101
Columbus, OH 43220
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2323 Lexington Avenue
Columbus, OH 43211
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6685 Doubletree Ave
Columbus, OH 43229
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4599 Morse Center
Columbus, OH 43229
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2323 Performance Parkway
Columbus, OH 43207
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1618 Neil Ave
Columbus, OH 43201
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7007 N High St
Columbus, OH 43085
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100 E Arcadia Ave
Columbus, OH 43202
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583 Sheridan Avenue
Columbus, OH 43209
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2469 Stelzer Road
Columbus, OH 43219

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