*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 - 99.98%
2 providers - 89.42%
3 providers - 1.86%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Manchester is comparable to the rest of Connecticut - 100%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Manchester area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Manchester residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 76% of those living in Manchester.
There are four internet providers serving the Manchester area, and 89.42% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Manchester's four internet providers, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Cox | 118.0 Mbps | 11.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Manchester.
The largest internet providers in Manchester are Cox, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to Manchester.
Cable internet from Cox is available to nearly all Manchester residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Manchester’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Manchester 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.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to all households in Manchester covering 100% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Manchester residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Manchester, $57.49.
Cox 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 Manchester, $1.25.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Manchester. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Manchester's providers, 117 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Manchester covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Manchester where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Manchester, $57.49.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Manchester, $1.25.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Manchester. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Manchester's providers, 117 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.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Manchester covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Manchester where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for Viasat start at $69.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Manchester, $57.49.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Manchester, $1.25.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Manchester. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Manchester's providers, 117 Mbps.
Cox is the fastest internet provider in Manchester with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Manchester. The next fastest internet provider in Manchester is Viasat, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Manchester with plans starting at $44.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Manchester, $57.49.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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