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Internet providers in Thomaston, CT
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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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Thomaston internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Thomaston 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 Thomaston area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Thomaston residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Thomaston, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Thomaston area, and 96.83% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Thomaston's five internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 400 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Thomaston
The largest internet providers in Thomaston are Frontier, Xfinity, and Optimum bringing DSL and cable options to Thomaston.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Thomaston residents, covering 97% of households. Some will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 14% of the area. Thomaston’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 100% of Thomaston 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Thomaston covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Thomaston 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 Thomaston, $39.59.
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 Thomaston, $2.47.
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 Thomaston. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Thomaston's providers, 135 Mbps.
Xfinity 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to a limited number of households in Thomaston covering 14% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Thomaston residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Thomaston, $39.59.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Thomaston, $2.47.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Thomaston. These download speeds are available to 14% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Thomaston's providers, 135 Mbps.
Optimum 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in Thomaston covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Thomaston residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $30/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Thomaston, $39.59.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.50 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Thomaston, $2.47.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Thomaston. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Thomaston's providers, 135 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Thomaston, you’ll likely have options from cable and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Thomaston, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Thomaston and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Thomaston at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Thomaston at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Thomaston 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 Thomaston?
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Thomaston with download speeds up to 400 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Thomaston. The next fastest internet provider in Thomaston is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 14% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Thomaston?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Thomaston with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Thomaston, $39.59.
How can I lower my cable bill?
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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.
How do I get faster internet?
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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