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Internet providers in El Sobrante, CA
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El Sobrante, CA internet providers
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| AT&T | $40 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 20% |
| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 57% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 43% |
| Sonic | $40 | 10 - 12 Mbps | Wired | 31% |
| Sonic | $40 | 10 - 80 Mbps | DSL | 18% |
| GTT Communications | - | - | DSL | 2.919% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Southern California Telephone Company | - | - | Wireless | 32% |
| Etheric Networks | $85 | 5 - 120 Mbps | Wireless | 10% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?El Sobrante internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in El Sobrante 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 El Sobrante area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of El Sobrante residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 20% of those living in El Sobrante.
There are nine internet providers serving the El Sobrante area, and 99.92% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among El Sobrante's nine internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in El Sobrante
The largest internet providers in El Sobrante are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to El Sobrante.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all El Sobrante residents, covering 99% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 20% of the area. El Sobrante’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 57% of El Sobrante 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in El Sobrante covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in El Sobrante 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in El Sobrante, $48.57.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in El Sobrante, $1.01.
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 El Sobrante. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all El Sobrante's providers, 375 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in El Sobrante covering 20% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout El Sobrante than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $40/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in El Sobrante, $48.57.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in El Sobrante, $1.01.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in El Sobrante. These download speeds are available to 20% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all El Sobrante's providers, 375 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to about half of households in El Sobrante covering 57% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but El Sobrante 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 El Sobrante, $48.57.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in El Sobrante, $1.01.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in El Sobrante. These download speeds are available to 57% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all El Sobrante's providers, 375 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of El Sobrante, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside El Sobrante, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in El Sobrante and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in El Sobrante at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in El Sobrante at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many El Sobrante residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in El Sobrante?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in El Sobrante with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 20% of households in El Sobrante. The next fastest internet provider in El Sobrante is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 57% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in El Sobrante?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in El Sobrante with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in El Sobrante, $48.57.
Is fiber internet available in El Sobrante?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in El Sobrante, covering 20% of the city.
How do I get cheaper 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.
Should I use my own router?
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.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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