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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. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?Manchester internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
30577
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 cable, which covers 100% of Manchester residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Manchester, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
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 $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Manchester
The largest internet providers in Manchester are Frontier, Cox, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Manchester.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Manchester residents, covering 89% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 100% of the area. Manchester’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Manchester residents.
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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Manchester covering 89% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Manchester 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 $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Manchester, $41.99.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Manchester, $3.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Manchester. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Manchester's providers, 94 Mbps.
Cox 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 Feb 22, 2021.
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 $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Manchester, $41.99.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Manchester, $3.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 300 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, 94 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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 Feb 22, 2021.
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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Manchester, $41.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Manchester, $3.23.
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, 94 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Manchester?
Cox is the fastest internet provider in Manchester with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Manchester. The next fastest internet provider in Manchester is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Manchester?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Manchester with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Manchester, $41.99.
How can I boost my internet speeds?
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
What are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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.
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