What's the best internet provider in Indiana?
AT&T is CNET's pick of the best internet service provider in Indiana.The provider's fast speeds, free equipment, unlimited data and high customer satisfaction ratings make it our top recommendation. If you want a reliable internet experience with good value and support, you can't go wrong with AT&T. If you're outside the coverage area of AT&T, we recommend Frontier Fiber. It offers high speeds, one of the highest in the state, reaching up to 5,000Mbps.
Looking for a more affordable service? CNET recommends Xfinity. Xfinity is the largest cable internet provider in Indiana, offering plans from $40 per month for speeds up to 400Mbps, with an extra $15 for router rental after the first year. However, if you're outside of Xfinity's service area, we recommend giving Spectrum a shot. Although slightly more expensive and less commonly available than Xfinity, it's CNET’s top choice for cable internet because it offers clear plans and transparent service terms.
For areas without access to fiber or cable internet services, fixed wireless internet is a promising alternative. This technology allows customers to connect to the internet via a fixed transmitter tower, making it especially suitable for rural communities where traditional wired options may be unavailable. Notable providers include Verizon, T-Mobile, Mercury Broadband and Watch Communications.
Best internet providers in Indiana
Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
Rural internet options in Indiana
Approximately 87% of Indiana residences have fiber-optic lines and/or coaxial cables for home internet access. That’s higher than neighboring states Kentucky and Michigan but it still means thousands of Indiana households must rely on DSL or wireless services to connect. Here’s a look at the top options.
AT&T Internet : While not nearly as fast as AT&T Fiber, AT&T Internet, a copper-based (DSL) service, can still be a decent value. You'll get the fastest speeds available at your address, likely between 10Mbps and 100Mbps, for the standard rate of $60 monthly. There are no equipment fees or contracts, but the service does come with a 1.5TB monthly data cap.
While not nearly as fast as AT&T Fiber, AT&T Internet, a copper-based (DSL) service, can still be a decent value. You'll get the fastest speeds available at your address, likely between 10Mbps and 100Mbps, for the standard rate of $60 monthly. There are no equipment fees or contracts, but the service does come with a 1.5TB monthly data cap. Frontier Internet : Similar story here. Frontier Internet isn't nearly as fast as the fiber side of the business, so the overall value depends on what speeds you can get. Unfortunately, Frontier doesn't advertise what those speeds may be, so who knows what you'll get until you sign up for the $65-per-month service.
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