Internet Service Providers in
Dallas, TX
Providers in Dallas, TX
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Best internet providers in Dallas, TX
Spectrum Internet: Fast, dependable cable
Spectrum Internet pros and cons
About 99% of people living in Dallas have access to Spectrum’s cable internet network, which luckily for us, is a pretty good thing. Spectrum offers some of the fastest cable speeds in the city for a reasonable price. You can choose data plans between 300Mbps and 1,000Mbps with Spectrum, but keep an eye out for the price hike after a year of service. Thankfully Spectrum doesn’t lock you into any contracts, so you can ditch out before your bill goes up.
Even with the price hike, it’ll be worth sticking around for some folks due to the bundle discounts with Spectrum’s cell phone and live TV service. You’re probably already paying for a cell phone plan and TV service anyways—might as well keep it under the same umbrella and save a few bucks. Plus Spectrum’s TV service gets all the local sports channels, so you don’t miss out on any Cowboys games.
Best Spectrum internet plan for most people: Spectrum Internet Ultra, 500Mbps for $69.99/mo.
We recommend the 500Mbps plan for the average household of three to four people, but you could go for a cheaper plan if you’re living solo or with a partner in an apartment downtown.
AT&T Internet: Best fiber internet
AT&T Internet pros and cons
Not as many households in Dallas get fiber internet compared to cable internet, but for those who do get AT&T’s fiber service, we say go for it. With fiber internet, you get symmetrical download and upload speeds ranging from 1,000Mbps to a whopping 5,000Mbps—not that you need multi-gig speeds for most things. You get unlimited data and don’t have to pay for equipment costs, making AT&T a solid deal.
AT&T fiber internet is surprisingly affordable on its own, costing $80 a month for gigabit speeds. But you can save some money by bundling your cell phone plan and TV service. You save about $20 a month by keeping everything under the AT&T umbrella.
Best AT&T internet plan for most people: AT&T Internet 1000, 1,000Mbps for $80/mo.
Gigabit speeds serve most medium-to-big households quite well. The symmetrical speeds are perfect for working from home, livestreaming, and more.
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet: Ideal for cable cutters
T-Mobile Internet pros and cons
If you can’t get a reliable connection with Spectrum or AT&T in your corner of Dallas, T-Mobile 5G Home Internet makes a lot of sense as an alternative. You don’t need any fiber or cable connections set up at your house–all you need to do is sign up for the plan, which comes with an easy-to-install 5G Gateway router. You literally just plug that in and you have a Wi-Fi connection in your house within a few minutes.
Internet speeds max out at around 245Mbps with 5G home internet, which should work great for smaller households, but might not be enough if you’ve got a big family or a lot of roommates.
Best T-Mobile Home Internet plan for most people: $50 home internet: 72–245Mbps for $50.00/mo.
T-Mobile’s 5G internet plan costs $50 a month—but you take up to $20 a month off that price if you sign up for a qualifying T-Mobile cell phone plan along with it.
Cheapest internet providers in Dallas, TX
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.
Most reliable internet plans in Dallas, TX
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.
Test your internet speed
Is your home internet fast enough to meet your daily Wi-Fi needs? The best way to find out is by running a speed test, which gives you a snapshot of how much bandwidth you’re getting from your internet provider. Run the test over a hardwired ethernet connection for the most accurate results, and try taking the test at different times throughout the day to measure possible fluctuations in your download speed, upload speed, and latency.
If you have trouble getting things done online with the speed-test results you’re getting, consider upgrading to a faster plan or switching internet providers.
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How much speed do you need?
Take a look below at what you can do with different speeds commonly offered by internet service providers (ISPs). You can read more about the average user’s speed needs in our internet speed guide.
To get these numbers, we used the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) broadband speed guide, our streaming internet speed guide, and our Zoom internet speed guide.
Internet connection options in Dallas, TX
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.
Cable is bread-and-butter internet—widely available, often affordable, and very fast, delivering download speeds that range anywhere from 25Mbps to 1,200Mbps
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.
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 Dallas, TX at a glance
Internet provider averages in
Dallas, TX
Average download speed
96 Mbps
Average upload speed
42 Mbps
Average latency time
28.43 ms
Average cost of internet
$87/mo
Number of internet providers
34
Internet availability faster than
100 Mbps
The number of households in each region that have access to 100 Mbps internet.
Dallas
99%
Texas
96%
U.S.A.
92%
Dallas Internet Value Score
We came up with this score by dividing the average cost of each provider in Dallas, TX with the average speeds they offered.
National average: $0.63
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AT&T
*Above pricing is after $10/mo Autopay & Paperless bill discount with a debit card or bank account; if using a credit card, then price is $5/mo more.
†AutoPay and paperless billing required. Monthly State Cost Recovery Charge in TX, OH, NV applies. . Service subj. to Internet Terms of Service at att.com/internet-terms. Offers may be modified, or discontinued, at any time without notice. Other conditions may apply to all offers. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds may vary. For more info, go to www.att.com/speed101.
‡Above pricing is after $10/mo Autopay & Paperless bill discount with a debit card or bank account; if using a credit card, then price is $5/mo more.
^Above pricing is after $10/mo Autopay & Paperless bill discount with a debit card or bank account; if using a credit card, then price is $5/mo more.
°Above pricing is after $10/mo Autopay & Paperless bill discount with a debit card or bank account; if using a credit card, then price is $5/mo more.
**Above pricing is after $10/mo Autopay & Paperless bill discount with a debit card or bank account; if using a credit card, then price is $5/mo more.
Spectrum
*No contract required. Available in select areas only.
†For 12 months when bundled. Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter.
‡For 12 months when bundled. Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter.
^For 24 months when bundled. Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter.
Earthlink
*with a 12 month contract.
†with a 12 month contract. Actual speeds may vary depending on the distance, line-quality, phone service provider, and number of devices used concurrently. All speeds not available in all areas
‡with a 12 month contract.
^with a 12 month contract. Actual speeds may vary depending on the distance, line-quality, phone service provider, and number of devices used concurrently. All speeds not available in all areas
°with a 12 month contract. Actual speeds may vary depending on the distance, line-quality, phone service provider, and number of devices used concurrently. All speeds not available in all areas
**with a 12 month contract. Actual speeds may vary depending on the distance, line-quality, phone service provider, and number of devices used concurrently. All speeds not available in all areas
††with a 12 month contract.
‡‡with a 12 month contract.
^^with a 12 month contract.
°°with a 12 month contract. Actual speeds may vary depending on the distance, line-quality, phone service provider, and number of devices used concurrently. All speeds not available in all areas
***with a 12 month contract. Actual speeds may vary depending on the distance, line-quality, phone service provider, and number of devices used concurrently. All speeds not available in all areas
†††with a 12 month contract.
‡‡‡with a 12 month contract.
^^^with a 12 month contract.
Frontier
*w/ Auto Pay & Paperless Bill. Max wired speed 500/500 Mbps. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds vary. One-time charges apply.
†w/ Auto Pay & Paperless Bill per month for 24 mos. One-time charge on disconnect applies.
‡w/ Auto Pay & Paperless Bill. Max wired speed 1000/1000 Mbps. Location dependent. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds vary. One-time charges apply.
^w/ Auto Pay & Paperless Bill. Max wired speed 2000/2000 Mbps. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds vary. One-time charges apply.
°w/ Auto Pay & Paperless Bill. Max wired speed 5000/5000. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds vary. One-time charges apply.
Viasat
*Prices vary upon location. Offer available to new qualifying customers. One-time standard installation fee may be due at checkout. Minimum 24-month service term required. Equipment lease fee is $14.99/mo. Taxes apply. Speeds are “up to,” will vary and are not guaranteed. Service is not available in all areas. Offer may be changed or withdrawn at any time.
†Prices, speeds and availability vary by location. Prices are subject to change. No annual contract or installation fees are required. Monthly equipment lease fees and taxes may apply.
‡Prices vary upon location. Offer available to new qualifying customers. One-time standard installation fee may be due at checkout. Minimum 24-month service term required. Equipment lease fee is $14.99/mo. Taxes apply. Speeds are “up to,” will vary and are not guaranteed. Service is not available in all areas. Offer may be changed or withdrawn at any time.
^Prices vary upon location. Offer available to new qualifying customers. One-time standard installation fee may be due at checkout. Minimum 24-month service term required. Equipment lease fee is $14.99/mo. Taxes apply. Speeds are “up to,” will vary and are not guaranteed. Service is not available in all areas. Offer may be changed or withdrawn at any time.
Hughesnet
*Offer for 12 months. Service plans require a 24-month commitment. Equipment Lease or Purchase fees extra. Service plans require a 24-month commitment. Equipment Lease or Purchase fees extra.
†Offer for 12 months. Service plans require a 24-month commitment. Equipment Lease or Purchase fees extra. Service plans require a 24-month commitment. Equipment Lease or Purchase fees extra.
‡Offer for 12 months. Service plans require a 24-month commitment. Equipment Lease or Purchase fees extra. Service plans require a 24-month commitment. Equipment Lease or Purchase fees extra.