Internet providers in Anniston, AL

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What internet speed do you need?

Households within Anniston are, on average, getting download speeds of 174 Mbps and upload speeds of 76 Mbps. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) assigns internet requirements into light, moderate and high-use categories.

Our online speed guide can help you decide which internet speed is best for your household.

  • Light
    Internet use
    1 to 2

    Email, browsing, basic video, one streaming device at a time.

    Broadband guidelines:

    1 to 2 devices:
    5 to 20 Mbps
    2 to 4 devices:
    20 to 40 Mbps
    5 to 10 devices:
    50 to 100 Mbps
  • Moderate
    Internet use
    3 - 4

    The same functions as Light, plus one high-demand application like streaming HD video, video conferencing, online gaming or telecommuting.

    Broadband guidelines:

    1 to 2 devices:
    5 to 20 Mbps
    2 to 4 devices:
    20 to 40 Mbps
    5 to 10 devices:
    75 to 200 Mbps
  • High
    Internet use
    5+

    The same functions as Light and Moderate, plus multiple high-demand applications running simultaneously.

    Broadband guidelines:

    1 to 2 devices:
    100 to 200 Mbps
    2 to 4 devices:
    200 to 300 Mbps
    5 to 10 devices:
    400 to 500 Mbps

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Best internet provider in Anniston, AL

Allconnect's choice for the best internet provider in Anniston is EarthLink, with their fiber plans starting at $49.95 with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps.

To make that choice, we look at the affordability, performance, value and customer satisfaction of internet service providers (ISPs). View our full methodology here.

earthlink
Plans starting at
$49.95/mo.
for 1 year
Available speeds
50-1,000 Mbps
Contract length
1 year
Call to order: (844) 451-2720

Cheap internet in Anniston, AL

EarthLink has the cheapest internet plans in Anniston, with speeds up to 50 Mbps starting at $49.95/mo.

HughesNet also has an affordable internet plan offering 50 Mbps for $49.99/mo.

Keep in mind that for just $5 or $10 extra a month, the second-to-cheapest plan offered by an ISP is sometimes the better deal, often providing more speed for your dollar.

Cheapest plans

EarthLink
Cheapest Plan
EarthLink logo
Monthly price
$49.95/mo.
Download speed
Up to 50 Mbps
Contract length
12 mos.
Connection type
Fiber
Call to order
(844) 451-2720
HughesNet
Next Best Plan
HughesNet logo
Monthly price
$49.99/mo.
Download speed
Up to 50 Mbps
Contract length
24 mos.
Connection type
Satellite
Call to order
(844) 451-2720

Fastest internet in Anniston, AL

If high-speed internet is necessary for your household to game, work and learn, you'll be happy to know that HughesNet and EarthLink offer two of the fastest internet plan options in Anniston.

Two of the fastest plans available in Anniston are from HughesNet and EarthLink with speeds up to 100 Mbps. There may also be local broadband providers that service your address with faster speeds.

Fastest plans

HughesNet
Fastest Plan
HughesNet logo
Monthly price
$89.99/mo.
Download speed
Up to 100 Mbps
Contract length
24 mos.
Connection type
Satellite
Call to order
(844) 451-2720
EarthLink
Next Best Plan
EarthLink logo
Monthly price
$99.95/mo.
Download speed
Up to 1,000 Mbps
Contract length
12 mos.
Connection type
Fiber
Call to order
(844) 451-2720

Most available internet providers in Anniston, AL

The most available ISPs in Anniston are EarthLink and Brightspeed which serve 100% of the area.

Satellite and 5G home internet are available in nearly 99% of the country, so if cable or fiber internet isn't available at your Anniston address, you probably can connect to another internet type.

Most available plans

EarthLink
Most Available Plan
EarthLink logo
Monthly price
$49.95/mo.
Download speed
1,000 Mbps
Contract length
12 mos.
Connection type
Fiber
Call to order
(844) 451-2720
Brightspeed
Next Best Plan
Brightspeed logo
Monthly price
$50.00/mo.
Download speed
100 Mbps
Contract length
None
Connection type
DSL
Call to order
(844) 451-2720

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Let's review internet services in Anniston, AL

  • EarthLink
    Speeds up to
    1000 Mbps
    Contract length
    12 mos.
    Connection type
    Fiber
    Rating
    High
    Plan cost
    $49.95 - $99.95/mo.
    Give us a call
  • EarthLink 5G
    Speeds up to
    100 Mbps
    Contract length
    None
    Connection type
    Wireless
    Rating
    Moderate
    Plan cost
    $69.95 - $89.95/mo.
    Give us a call

Anniston internet FAQs

What's the cheapest internet provider in Anniston?
EarthLink offers the cheapest internet plan in Anniston with plans starting at $49.95/mo. for 50 Mbps.

HughesNet also offers cheap plans starting at $49.99/mo. for 50 Mbps.

At $1.00 per Mbps the Fiber 50 plan from EarthLink gives you the most value for your dollar.
Two of the fastest plans available in Anniston are from HughesNet and EarthLink. There may also be local broadband providers that service your address with faster speeds.
In most cases, your initial cost of buying a modem and router pays for itself within a year. Rental equipment fees from internet providers are usually around $10/mo. and you can buy combination modem/routers (gateways) for under $100. If you want to avoid a monthly fee from your ISP, buying your router is the way to go. If you need support for your equipment, rent it from your ISP and you’ll have access to technical support. See our full guide on whether you should rent or buy internet equipment.
Once you have compared and chosen an internet provider, you often have the choice to install your internet yourself or have the ISP send a tech to your address. If you install it yourself, the ISP will provide you with a step-by-step guide to connect their equipment to yours and set up your Wi-Fi access. If you choose professional installation, all you’ll have to do is schedule an appointment with your ISP and they’ll take care of everything.
When choosing an internet service provider, it’s important to consider technology types. Fiber internet is the fastest and most reliable internet technology type since it provides symmetrical download and upload speeds, but it’s not the most widely available type of internet. We recommend fiber if it’s available at your address, but if not, you have other options.

Cable internet is a common internet type and the best alternative to fiber internet. It offers fast, reliable speeds and is more widely available than fiber. Satellite internet is a great choice if you live in a rural area and other internet technologies aren’t an option.

5G internet, or fixed wireless internet, is another internet technology type to consider. 5G home internet isn’t always as fast as cable or fiber plans, but some providers like T-Mobile are expanding rapidly to offer 5G home internet service to most of the country and can reach speeds up to 245 Mbps.

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