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Internet providers in Brea, CA
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Brea internet service at a glance
At 99%, broadband coverage in Brea is comparable to the rest of California - 93%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Brea area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Brea residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.580% of those living in Brea.
There are seven internet providers serving the Brea area, and 96.28% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Brea's seven internet providers, prices start at $24.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
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The largest internet providers in Brea are AT&T, Frontier, and Spectrum bringing DSL and cable options to Brea.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Brea residents, covering 85% of households. Some will also have the option of DSL from Frontier, which covers 13% of the area. Brea’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 99% of Brea residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Mar 10, 2020.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Brea covering 85% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Brea to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Brea, $46.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Brea, $0.84.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Brea. These download speeds are available to 85% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Brea's providers, 285 Mbps.
Frontier DSL internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Mar 10, 2020.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to a limited number of households in Brea covering 13% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Brea to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $24.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Brea, $46.99.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Brea, $0.84.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 1 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.128 Mbps in Brea. These download speeds are available to 13% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Brea's providers, 285 Mbps.
Spectrum cable internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Mar 10, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Brea covering 99% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Brea residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Brea, $46.99.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.83 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Brea, $0.84.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Brea. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Brea's providers, 285 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Brea, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Brea, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and ViaSat, Inc. offers 100% availability in Brea and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Brea at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. The starting price for ViaSat, Inc. plans is about average for Brea at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Brea residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Brea, CA internet providers
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| Provider | ||||
| AT&T | $49.99/mo. | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.582% |
| AT&T | $49.99/mo. | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 85% |
| Frontier | $24.99/mo. | 6 - 1 Mbps | DSL | 13% |
| Spectrum | $49.99/mo. | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Pivotal Global Capacity, LLC | - | - | DSL | 7.591% |
| Sonic Telecom, LLC | - | - | DSL | 6.283% |
| Sonic Telecom, LLC | - | - | Wired | 6.283% |
| HughesNet | $59.99/mo. | 2 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| ViaSat, Inc. | $50/mo. | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Mar 10, 2020.
Need help?Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Brea?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Brea with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 2.582% of households in Brea. The next fastest internet provider in Brea is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Brea?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Brea with plans starting at $24.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Brea, $46.99.
Is fiber internet available in Brea?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Brea, covering 2.582% of the city.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
What’s the best internet provider in my area?
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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