| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 57% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Raw Bandwidth Communications  | $29.95 | 3 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Etheric Networks | - | 15 - 160 Mbps | Wireless | 2.275% |
*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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.79%
3 providers - 57.29%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Brisbane 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 Brisbane area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Brisbane residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 88% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 86% of those living in Brisbane.
There are six internet providers serving the Brisbane area, and 99.79% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Brisbane's six internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | 244.0 Mbps | 103.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 174.0 Mbps | 15.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Brisbane.
The largest internet providers in Brisbane are AT&T, Xfinity, and Raw Bandwidth Communications bringing DSL and cable options to Brisbane.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most Brisbane residents, covering 57% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Brisbane’s third most-available internet provider, Raw Bandwidth Communications, offers DSL to around 100% of Brisbane residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to about half of households in Brisbane covering 57% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Brisbane 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 $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Brisbane, $49.98.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Brisbane, $2.50.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Brisbane. These download speeds are available to 57% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Brisbane's providers, 230 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Brisbane covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Brisbane residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Brisbane, $49.98.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Brisbane, $2.50.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Brisbane. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Brisbane's providers, 230 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Raw Bandwidth Communications offers broadband to all households in Brisbane covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Raw Bandwidth Communications uses telephone lines in Brisbane 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 Raw Bandwidth Communications start at $29.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Brisbane, $49.98.
Raw Bandwidth Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 3 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $9.98 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Brisbane, $2.50.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Raw Bandwidth Communications offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Brisbane. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Brisbane's providers, 230 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Brisbane, you’ll likely have options from cable and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Brisbane, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Brisbane and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Brisbane at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Brisbane at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Brisbane residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Brisbane with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 57% of households in Brisbane. The next fastest internet provider in Brisbane is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Raw Bandwidth Communications offers the cheapest internet in Brisbane with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Brisbane, $49.98.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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