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Best Internet Providers in Burlington, NC

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Top 10 Internet Service Providers in Burlington, NC

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1. Spectrum

87.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Cable, Fiber
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
87.5% Available

2. AT&T

72.4% Available
Download speeds up to:
5 Gbps IPBB, Fiber
Prices Starting At 55.00/mo *
72.4% Available

3. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 149.99/mo
100% Available

4. T-Mobile Home Internet

56.8% Available
Download speeds from:
72 - 245 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.
56.8% Available

5. EarthLink

50.2% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 39.95/mo
50.2% Available

6. HughesNet

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

7. XNET WiFi

56.8% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 85.00/mo
56.8% Available

8. Lumos

11.4% Available
Download speeds up to:
8 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
11.4% Available

9. Starlink

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

10. Verizon

36% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
36% Available

Best Internet Providers in Burlington

Looking for the best internet in Burlington, NC? Well, you're in the right place, my friend! Let's uncover the cream of the crop in internet options here, just like finding that perfect BBQ joint that’s worth the hype.

First up, if your goal is to stream, surf, and download at lightning speeds, fiber internet is your new best friend. AT&T Fiber is leading the charge with speeds up to a jaw-dropping 5 Gbps, covering 41.1% of the area. If you’re lucky enough to be in that sweet spot, you might just start feeling like you've been turbocharged! And let’s not forget Lumos, sneaking in with coverage of 11.4% and an astonishing max speed of 8 Gbps. It’s practically the Usain Bolt of internet services.

If fiber isn’t available, cable internet is your trusty sidekick. Spectrum is the main cable option and covers a whopping 87.5% of Burlington with speeds up to 1 Gbps. It’s a solid choice, offering robust performance similar to a reliable Swiss Army knife—gets the job done every time.

Now, for those wireless warriors, 5G is definitely worth exploring. EarthLink 5G Home Internet covers 50.2% of the area, offering respectable speeds up to 100 Mbps. Or you can check out Verizon with its 32.5% coverage, though it’s a bit slower at 50 Mbps. It’s a neat solution if you want to cut some cords (not literally, though… those things can be expensive).

And last but not least, for those fond of retro vibes, there’s trusty ol’ DSL. AT&T Internet offers a respectable DSL service, covering 72.4% of Burlington, with speeds of up to 100 Mbps. Maybe it doesn’t win any speed races, but it does the job like a classic car—dependable and with a touch of nostalgia.

So there you have it. Whether you're a fiber fanatic, a cable connoisseur, or a wireless wonder, Burlington's got options. Happy surfing!

Internet Provider Store Locations in Burlington

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Average download speed in Burlington:

195 Mbps

Based on 14,876 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Burlington

  1. Spectrum - No data caps, most Fiber availability and most Cable availability
  2. AT&T - Most DSL availability
  3. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Burlington
  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. Lumos - Fast download speeds in Burlington
  9. Starlink - Widely available
  10. Verizon - 5g internet up to 50 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Burlington

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 Burlington By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 41%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 72%
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps 87%
Lumos Fiber 8 Gbps 11%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Spectrum Fiber 1 Gbps 3%
Open Broadband Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps 7%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 57%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 36%
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps 50%
Brightspeed DSL 40 Mbps 2%
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 150 Mbps 57%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 57%
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 41%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 72%
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps 87%
Open Broadband Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 7%
Spectrum Fiber 1 Gbps 3%
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps 36%
Brightspeed DSL 10 Mbps 2%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Burlington

Internet service providers in Burlington 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 - 88%
Cable - 25%
DSL - 25%

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 Burlington, NC

Hotspot
5803 Sthy 62 South
Burlington, NC 27215
Hotspot
2615 Alamance Rd
Burlington, NC 27215
Hotspot
1801 Yorkmont Rd
Charlotte, NC 27217
Hotspot
427 E Maple Ave
Burlington, NC 27215
Hotspot
2668 Ramada Rd
Burlington, NC 27215
Hotspot
2720 S Mebane St
Burlington, NC 27215
Hotspot
1535 S Mebane Street
Burlington, NC 27216

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