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Best Internet Providers in Irvine, CA

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Top 9 Internet Service Providers in Irvine, CA

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1. AT&T

68.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
5 Gbps IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 55.00/mo *
68.1% Available

2. Cox Cable

83.2% Available
Download speeds up to:
2 Gbps Cable, Fiber
Prices Starting At 30.00/mo
83.2% Available

3. Viasat

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

4. EarthLink

22.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 39.95/mo
22.5% Available

5. HughesNet

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

6. Google Fiber

33.6% Available
Download speeds up to:
2 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 70.00/mo
33.6% Available

7. Starlink

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

8. Verizon

72% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
72% Available

9. Always ON

28.2% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
28.2% Available

Best Internet Providers in Irvine

If you're looking for internet in Irvine, start with fiber. It's fast. For fiber, consider AT&T Fiber. It covers 29.8% of the area and offers speeds up to 5 Gbps. Another option is Google Fiber, with 33.6% coverage and speeds up to 2 Gbps. Both are strong choices.

Next, think about cable internet. It's reliable and good for most needs. Cox is a major cable provider here. They cover 83.2% of Irvine and offer speeds up to 2 Gbps.

If you prefer wireless options, 5G home internet is becoming popular. One choice is AT&T Internet Air, with 34.5% coverage. Another is Verizon, with broader coverage at 72%.

Lastly, there's DSL. AT&T Internet provides DSL in Irvine, covering 68.1% of the area. It’s a solid choice for basic internet needs.

When choosing, consider how much speed you need and what’s available in your area.

High Speed Internet in Irvine, CA

Internet may as well be the blue sky covering Irvine. 96.5% of Irvine residents have access to traditional, wireline internet connections that have an average download speed of 51 Mbps. Those that live under the clouds, don't worry. Satellite internet is there when wireline internet is not. Including satellite internet providers, there is a total of 31 internet service providers in Irvine. However, if you want to be realistic, there's only four worth subscribing to: AT&T, Cox, Exede, and HughesNet. The last two are satellite providers. Just so we're clear, we do not recommend getting satellite internet if you have access to wireline internet connections. Only those without access or those who live in rural, remote areas should get satellite internet.

To pick the best provider for you, you need to know how much speed you'll need. If you're into online gaming, you'll need at least 50 Mbps. Matter of fact, 50 Mbps is a good speed to start off with for anyone unless you hardly use the internet. Most of us who use the internet nearly as much as we breathe need at least 50 Mbps so pages load quickly and there's little to no lag. You also need to take into account how many people and devices will be connected. The more there are, the higher speeds you'll need. This will help make sure everyone has a smooth experience and not want to pull their hair out when waiting for a page to load.

With that being said, Cox is the better choice. While AT&T and Cox both offer up to 1,000 Mbps, that's only to those with access to fiber connectivity and only 4% of Irvine has that access. 93.6% of residents have access to cable internet which is great because Cox provides cable internet with speeds up to 300 Mbps. DSL may be more accessible but only by 2.9% and it's top speed is only 100 Mbps. That's fast but not as fast as what Cox offers.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Irvine

Average download speed in Irvine:

207 Mbps

Based on 196,940 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Irvine

  1. AT&T - Fast download speeds in Irvine, most Fiber availability and most DSL availability
  2. Cox Cable - Most Cable availability
  3. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Irvine
  4. EarthLink - 5g internet up to 100 Mbps
  5. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  6. Google Fiber - Fiber up to 2000 Mbps
  7. Starlink - Widely available
  8. Verizon - 5g internet up to 50 Mbps
  9. Always ON - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Irvine

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 Irvine By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 30%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 68%
Cox Cable Cable 2 Gbps 83%
Google Fiber Fiber 8 Gbps 34%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 44%
Cox Cable Fiber 2 Gbps 13%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 72%
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps 23%
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 28%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 44%
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 30%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 68%
Cox Cable Cable 2 Gbps 83%
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps 72%
Cox Cable Fiber 940 Mbps 13%
Google Fiber Fiber 2 Gbps 34%

Internet Availability by Connection Type in Irvine

Internet service providers in Irvine 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 - 89%

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 Irvine, CA

Hotspot
16355 Laguna Canyon Road
Irvine, CA 92618
Hotspot
1530 Concordia West
Irvine, CA 92612
Hotspot
17590 Gillette Avenue
Irvine, CA 92614
Hotspot
5500 Irvine Center Drive
Irvine, CA 92618
Hotspot
2041 Business Ctr Dr Ste 107
Irvine, CA 92612
Hotspot
4199 Campus Dr
Irvine, CA 92612
Hotspot
501 Aldrich Hall
Irvine, CA 92697

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