Internet Provider Reviews in Carlsbad, CA

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Cox Communications — Cable & Fiber internet
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T-Mobile Home Internet — 5G Home internet
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Ting — Fiber internet
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24% available in Carlsbad, CA
Earthlink — Fiber internet
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Hughesnet — Satellite internet
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Cox Communications — Cable & Fiber internet
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Ting — Fiber internet
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24% available in Carlsbad, CA
NHC — Cable, Fiber & Satellite internet
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99% available in Carlsbad, CA
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Ooma — Wireless LTE internet
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92% available in Carlsbad, CA
One Ring Networks — Fixed Wireless internet
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36% available in Carlsbad, CA
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AT&T Business — Fiber internet
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19% available in Carlsbad, CA
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Mint— Mobile internet
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Spectrum Mobile— Mobile internet
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Tello Mobile— Mobile internet
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T-Mobile— Mobile internet
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Best internet providers in Carlsbad, CA

When you’re trying to find the best internet providers in Carlsbad, CA, it is important to check your specific zip code, as coverage can vary greatly from one neighborhood to another. Luckily, plenty of solid options exist, but to find the one right for you, use our website’s zip code search tool. For those craving the best performance, Cox provides fiber internet with 100% availability in a few key areas, including Ocean Hills and Rancho Calevero Mobile Home Park. This is the ideal connection type for households with heavy internet usage, offering incredibly fast and consistent speeds. For wider availability, Spectrum’s cable internet service is a strong choice. It is widely available, covering 65% of neighborhoods like Aviara, Pavoreal, and The Cove, as well as 66% of The Foothills and Calavera. If you are searching for an alternative to wired connections, T-Mobile Home Internet and Verizon Home Internet are both excellent 5G Home Internet providers. T-Mobile has an impressive 74% availability in neighborhoods like Calavera and The Foothills, whereas Verizon’s coverage is 34% in areas like Aviara and Seagrove. These providers are great for households with simple internet needs and are a convenient alternative to traditional options.

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Cox
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pro Cable connections

Cheapest internet providers in Carlsbad, CA

The cheapest internet providers get you a reliable connection at an affordable price. You may have to settle for slower speeds, but you can also find promos and discounts. Hot tip: Look for providers with unlimited data and no extra fees to save even further.

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Earthlink
$39.95Fiber
HughesNet
$39.99Satellite
Cox
$50Cable + Fiber

Fastest internet plans and providers in Carlsbad, CA

The fastest internet providers can get you gigabit or even multi-gigabit speeds. Not everyone needs a 1,000Mbps connection or faster, but it’s worth the investment if you’re a power user or live in a large household.

Provider
Max Download Speed
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Earthlink
5000 MbpsFiber
Cox
2000 MbpsCable + Fiber
Cox
2000 MbpsCable + Fiber

Most reliable internet plans in Carlsbad, CA

A reliable internet connection means you get a stable connection and consistent speeds day in, day out, without the worry of sudden slowdowns or outages. You also get top-rated customer service and technical support in case things do go awry. Fiber is the most reliable internet you can get, so we recommend that if it’s available.

Provider
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T-Mobile 5G Home Internet
3.9 out of 5 stars3.935G Home
Cox
3.7 out of 5 stars3.69Cable + Fiber
Earthlink
3.3 out of 5 stars3.26Fiber

Frequently asked questions about internet in Carlsbad, CA

The fastest internet in Carlsbad is Earthlink with speeds up to 5000 Mbps.

The cheapest internet in Carlsbad is Earthlink with prices starting at $39.95.

Fiber internet is available in Carlsbad, Cox has 99.00% coverage.

Internet connection options in Carlsbad, CA

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Fiber Availability

47%

Renowned for its reliability, fiber can reach download and upload speeds up to 10,000Mbps. While it isn’t available everywhere, it’s the best internet you can get.

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Cable Availability

75%

Cable is bread-and-butter internet—widely available, often affordable, and very fast, delivering download speeds that range anywhere from 25Mbps to 1,200Mbps

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DSL Availability

97%

DSL maxes out at 100Mbps, but many DSL customers get much slower speeds than that. DSL is becoming obsolete, but it’s still a solid option in rural areas.

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Satellite Availability

99%

Satellite is available practically everywhere, even in the most remote parts of the country. It’s costly and comes with strict data limits and slow speeds, so use it as a last resort.

Internet in Carlsbad, CA at a glance

Internet provider averages in
Carlsbad, CA
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Average download speed

223 Mbps

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Average upload speed

36 Mbps

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Average latency time

14 ms

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Average cost of internet

$90/mo

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Number of internet providers

22

Internet availability faster than 100 Mbps

The number of households in each region that have access to 100 Mbps internet.

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99%

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92%

Carlsbad Internet Value Score

We came up with this score by dividing the average cost of each provider in Carlsbad, CA with the average speeds they offered.

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National average: $0.63

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