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1. EarthLink.
99% available in 02121
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps

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2. Xfinity
99% available in 02121
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1200Mbps

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3. Verizon Home Internet
99% available in 02121
Connection:
5G Home, DSL & Fiber
Download speeds up to
2048Mbps

User Rating(14)
4. Viasat
85% available in 02121
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
150Mbps
5. Astound Broadband
11% available in 02121
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1200Mbps
1. Comcast Business
99% available in 02121
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps

User Rating(40)
2. Verizon Home Internet
99% available in 02121
Connection:
DSL & Fiber
Download speeds up to
2048Mbps

User Rating(14)
3. Earthlink Business
99% available in 02121
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
4. Viasat
85% available in 02121
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
150Mbps
5. Astound Broadband
11% available in 02121
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1200Mbps
6. Ooma
50% available in 02121
Ooma
Connection:
Wireless LTE
Download speeds up to
100Mbps
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7. USAi.net
99% available in 02121
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
1Mbps
1. Mint
Available in 02121
Connection:
Mobile
Mint
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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2. Visible
Available in 02121
Connection:
Mobile
Visible
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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3. Xfinity Mobile
Available in 02121
Connection:
Mobile
Xfinity Mobile
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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4. AT&T Wireless
99% available in 02121
Connection:
Mobile
AT&T Wireless
5G Speeds may vary

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5. T-Mobile
99% available in 02121
Connection:
Mobile
T-Mobile
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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6. Verizon Wireless
99% available in 02121
Connection:
Mobile
Verizon Wireless
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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What’s a good internet speed?

Take our quiz to find out how much internet speed you need. Or use our internet speed test to test your current speeds.

0–5 Mbps

Works for:

  • Checking email
  • Streaming music on one device
  • Searching on Google

5–40 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video on one device
  • Video calling with Skype or FaceTime
  • Online gaming for one player

40–100 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming HD video on a few devices
  • Multiplayer online gaming
  • Downloading large files

100–500 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video in UHD on multiple screens
  • Downloading files quickly
  • Gaming online for multiple players

500–1,000+ Mbps

Works for:

  • Doing a lot of almost anything

What is the best internet provider in Boston?

Verizon Home Internet Fios fiber internet is the best option in Boston for reliable internet service, low latency, and fast upload speeds. But it’s available in only about half of Boston.

Xfinity’s 1,200 Mbps speeds are available to almost all Bostonians, but this cable ISP can run a little pricey, especially if you have the need for speed.

Astound Broadband is a bit smaller on a national scale, but offers decent coverage in Boston. Astound Broadband has some fiber internet coverage, as well.

Fastest internet service providers in Boston

Verizon Home Internet was the highest-rated nationwide internet provider in Boston in our annual customer satisfaction survey, taking second place overall; however, T-Mobile Home Internet actually earned a higher overall customer satisfaction score than the bigger nationwide providers with its 5G home internet.

Xfinity came in fifth place, placing it squarely in the middle of the pack. Astound Broadband did rather poorly in the survey, coming in near the bottom at tenth place.

ProviderPriceSpeedRatingView on Provider Site
Xfinity$30.00–$80.00/mo.*1,200 Mbps3.5/5.0View Xfinity Plans
Astound Broadband$20.00–$70.00/mo.Up to 1,500 Mbps3.7/5.0View Astound Broadband Plans
Verizon Home Internet$49.99–$119.99/mo.‡#Up to 2,048 Mbps3.8/5.0View Verizon Plans

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Cheapest internet service providers in Boston

The cheapest internet you can get in Boston is Astound Broadband, which starts at just $20 per month. It’s important to note, however, that this is a promotional price. The price jumps considerably afterwards.

ProviderPriceSpeedRatingView on Provider Site
Astound Broadband$20.00–$70.00/mo.*Up to 1,200 Mbps3.7/5.0View Astound Broadband Plans
Xfinity$30.00–$80.00/mo.1,200 Mbps3.5/5.0View Xfinity Plans
Verizon Home Internet$49.99–$119.99/mo.‡#Up to 2,048 Mbps3.8/5.0View Verizon Plans
Starry Internet$30.00–$80.00/mo**Up to 1,000 MbpsN/AView Starry Plans
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Internet deals and promotions in Boston

ProviderAvailable DealView on Provider’s Site
Verizon Home Internet Get up to a $300 Target gift card and your router rental with Whole-Home Wi-Fi Plus is induced when you sign up for a Verizon plan.Get the Deal
Xfinity Add Xfinity mobile and get $25 a month off internet faster than a gig. Also, get unlimited data and Wi-Fi equipment for 24 months.

Also, get fast, reliable internet with Wifi equipment included for $25/mo for 2 years if you live in one of the following states- WI, MN, MO, KS, TX, CO, ID, UT, AZ, NM, CA, OR, WA only. Offer valid until 3/21.
Get the Deal
T-Mobile Home Internet Get $150 Virtual Prepaid Mastercard®, which is good for three months of service, when you switch to T-Mobile. Also, get a free 5G Wi-Fi Gateway with free shipping.Get the Deal
Astound Broadband Get a 1-Year Internet Price Lock on 300 Mbps plan and a 2-Year Internet Price Lock on 600, 1000, 1500 Mbps plans.Get the Deal
Hughesnet Get a $100 Prepaid Card via rebate when you order a new unlimited data plan from Hughesnet. Terms apply and offer expires 2/29/24.Get the Deal
Viasat Get free installation when you sign up for a qualifying home internet plan.Get the Deal
Starry Internet Get a $25 gift card and 1 month of internet service free with code “TRYSTARRY”.Get the Deal

Highest-rated internet providers in Boston

Verizon Home Internet is the highest-rated internet provider in Boston according to our annual customer satisfaction survey. Verizon took third place overall, but it was scored second-highest in all categories except customer service (where it was ranked third). Verizon customers rate it particularly highly for satisfaction with reliability—75% of customers surveyed reported that they’re “very satisfied” or “100% satisfied” with their internet in that category.

Fiber internet in Boston

Verizon Home Internet is the only provider to offer fiber internet connections in Boston. Fiber connections are important because they boast not only lightning-fast download speeds, but also have equally fast upload speeds. Upload speed is important for livestreaming, video chat, and many other online activities. Fiber is also one of the most reliable types of internet connection, which means fewer outages and other problems to worry about.

Boston residential internet coverage

Through Verizon Home Internet, about half of Boston has access to high-speed fiber internet. Verizon Fios is available in some central neighborhoods, including Back Bay, Downtown, and Beacon Hill. In the north, the ISP serves Charlestown and Allston. Southern neighborhoods in the Verizon Fios service area include South Dorchester and Mattapan. Verizon’s DSL network is slightly larger and covers the entire city.

Cable internet provider Xfinity has a significant presence in Greater Boston, bringing high-speed internet coverage to neighborhoods as far north as Charlestown and as far south as Hyde Park.

Astound Broadband has decent coverage areas around Boston and covers most of the central neighborhoods including Beacon Hill, Downtown, Chinatown, Leather District, Back Bay, and Fenway.

How much speed do you need?

Take a quick quiz to decide what speeds are best for your household

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Verizon vs. Xfinity

Xfinity has Wi-Fi hotspots all over Boston, but Verizon Fios offers much faster upload speeds. Read our comparison review to figure out which ISP is the better deal for you.

Read more about Verizon vs. Xfinity

Best Internet for Gaming

If you need high-performance internet for gaming (or anything else), check out why Xfinity, Verizon, and RCN get our stamp of approval.

Read more about Best Internet for Gaming

Your Guide to Xfinity Installation

Leaning towards Xfinity internet? Let us run you through the pros and cons of professional vs. self-installation options.

Read more about Your Guide to Xfinity Installation

Summary of Boston internet providers

Provider Type Download speeds up to User rating Order online
EarthLink. Fiber 1000 Mbps 4.0/5 View Plans for EarthLink.
Xfinity Cable 1200 Mbps 3.5/5 View Plans for Xfinity
Verizon Home Internet 5G Home, DSL & Fiber 2048 Mbps 4/5 View Plans for Verizon Home Internet
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 3/5 View Plans for Viasat
Astound Broadband Cable 1200 Mbps 3.0/5 View Plans for Astound Broadband

Availability and speeds displayed are not guaranteed and are subject to change.

Technology Type

DSL:

DSL provides internet service via phone cables and is up to ten times faster than dial-up service.

Cable:

Cable provides internet speeds faster than DSL through the same cables used for cable TV.

Satellite:

Satellite internet is widely available, but offers slower speeds due to a far-traveling signal.

Fiber:

Fiber relies on glass strands to relay digital code and is much faster than both DSL and cable.

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Featured customer reviews

Breezeline

“The service is good. Polite and responsive in this area. Pricing is fair. Speed could be better, but do-able for basic streaming.”

–Robert W.

Xfinity

“Blazing fast, no hassle, no downtime to date, and very little package pressure.”

–Christopher R.

AT&T

“Uverse internet/TV bundle is a very good option…”

–Carlos Sorzano

Boston internet FAQ

How much does internet cost in Boston?

Prices for internet in Boston range from $15 to $100 per month. The sweet spot for the best balance of speeds versus price is around $40 per month (not including taxes and fees). Several ISPs offer 100–300 Mbps speeds for about $40 per month in Boston.

Is there fiber internet service in Boston?

Yes, there is fiber internet in Boston. Verizon Fios is available in just over half of Boston, including areas of Downtown, Beacon Hill, West End, and The Greenway.

What internet services are available in Boston?

Xfinity, Astound Broadband, Verizon, and Starry Internet are available in Boston, with speeds ranging from up to 7 Mbps to 1,200 Mbps. Run your zip code to find and compare internet service providers in your area.

Customer reviews of internet providers in Boston

Xfinity Mobile

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Alisa W | 03-23-2023

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XFINITY

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Erin V | 02-12-2022

Horrible! They canceled my service when new renters moved into my multi family unit without ever checking with me. Now they're charging me a cancelation fee instead of honoring when my original contract started. Just stay away!!!

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XFINITY

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John B | 01-31-2022

Fast speed & excellent customer service. I've had no problems with Xfinity; and no, I don't work for them, nor did they pay me to write this review. The service is the payment. True.

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