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Best Internet Providers in Watauga, TN

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Top 8 Internet Service Providers in Watauga, TN

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1. Brightspeed

58.4% Available
Download speeds up to:
940 Mbps DSL, Fiber
Prices Starting At 39.00/mo
58.4% Available

2. Spectrum

87.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Cable
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
87.1% Available

3. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 119.99/mo
100% Available

4. T-Mobile Home Internet

65.7% Available
Download speeds from:
72 - 245 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 60.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.
65.7% Available

5. EarthLink

21.3% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 39.95/mo
21.3% Available

6. HughesNet

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

7. Starlink

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

8. Always ON

21.3% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
21.3% Available

Best Internet Providers in Watauga

Shopping for the best internet in Watauga, TN, might seem like navigating a corn maze blindfolded, but fear not, because I’m here to steer you right with a shortcut to lightning-fast online bliss. Ready, set, surf!

First up, let's talk fiber internet—it's the platinum standard for those who like their downloads rapid and their buffering minimal. In the magical land of Watauga, Brightspeed has rolled out the fiber carpet for you! With coverage stretching over 32.9% of the area and speeds reaching a phenomenal 940 Mbps, Brightspeed is like the Usain Bolt of internet connections, but without the gold medals… or the legs.

Not stopping there, Spectrum comes racing in with cable internet to cover a whopping 87.1% of our lovely town. With download speeds up to 1 Gbps, it’s second only to fiber. Cue the confetti, because whether you’re streaming or gaming, this connection won’t let you down. Plus, it pairs great with that cozy cable TV bundle you've been eyeing.

For those yearning to sample the wireless wonders, EarthLink 5G Home Internet has you covered, literally, across 21.3% of Watauga. Although it’s not blanketing the entire town, where it's available, you can expect speeds clocking in at a neat 100 Mbps. It’s like having your own personal hotspot, just without the awkward name.

Finally, if you’re feeling a tad nostalgic and long for the unique sounds of dial-up (just kidding, no one misses that), don’t overlook Brightspeed's DSL service. Covering 58.4% of the region, with speeds up to 100 Mbps, this isn’t your grandmother’s DSL. It’s more like DSL 2.0—modern, reliable, and oddly satisfying.

So, whether you're after fiber speed, cable coverage, the novel allure of 5G, or a robust DSL line, Watauga's got you sorted. If only picking what to watch on Netflix was that simple!

Internet Provider Store Locations in Watauga

Average download speed in Watauga:

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Based on 7 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Watauga

  1. Brightspeed - Most Fiber availability and most DSL availability
  2. Spectrum - No data caps, fast download speeds in Watauga and most Cable availability
  3. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Watauga
  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. Starlink - Widely available
  8. Always ON - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Watauga

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 Watauga By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps 87%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 66%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 3%
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps 21%
Brightspeed Fiber 2 Gbps 33%
Brightspeed DSL 100 Mbps 58%
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 21%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Brightspeed DSL 100 Mbps 58%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 66%
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps 87%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Watauga

Internet service providers in Watauga 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 - 87%
Cable - 38%
DSL - 38%

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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