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Internet providers in Kailua, HI
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Kailua, HI internet providers
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Hawaiian Telcom  | $44.99 | 500 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 95% |
| Hawaiian Telcom | $44.99 | 500 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 71% |
| Hawaii Dialogix Telecom | - | - | DSL | 1.357% |
| Hawaii Dialogix Telecom | - | - | Fiber-optic | 1.357% |
| Sandwich Isles Broadband Services | - | - | DSL | 1.212% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Hawaii Dialogix Telecom | - | - | Wireless | 1.357% |
*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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Kailua internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
49654
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.94%
2 providers - 98.86%
3 providers - 1.36%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Kailua is comparable to the rest of Hawaii - 92%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Kailua area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Kailua 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 71% of those living in Kailua.
There are six internet providers serving the Kailua area, and 98.86% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Kailua's six internet providers, prices start at $44.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Kailua
The largest internet providers in Kailua are Spectrum and Hawaiian Telcom bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Kailua.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Kailua residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Hawaiian Telcom, which covers 95% of the area. Kailua’s third most-available internet provider, Hawaiian Telcom, offers fiber-optic to around 71% of Kailua residents.
Spectrum 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Kailua covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Kailua residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Kailua, $49.99.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kailua, $0.16.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Kailua. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Kailua's providers, 339 Mbps.
Hawaiian Telcom 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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from Hawaiian Telcom offers broadband to nearly all households in Kailua covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from Hawaiian Telcom uses telephone lines in Kailua 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 Hawaiian Telcom start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Kailua, $49.99.
Hawaiian Telcom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 500 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.09 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kailua, $0.16.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Hawaiian Telcom offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1.5 Mbps in Kailua. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Kailua's providers, 339 Mbps.
Hawaiian Telcom 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Fiber-optic from Hawaiian Telcom offers broadband to most households in Kailua covering 71% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Hawaiian Telcom is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Kailua than other internet types.
Internet prices for Hawaiian Telcom start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Kailua, $49.99.
Hawaiian Telcom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 500 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.09 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kailua, $0.16.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Hawaiian Telcom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 100 Mbps in Kailua. These download speeds are available to 71% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Kailua's providers, 339 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Kailua, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Kailua, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Kailua and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Kailua at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 5 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Kailua at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Kailua 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 Kailua?
Hawaiian Telcom is the fastest internet provider in Kailua with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 71% of households in Kailua. The next fastest internet provider in Kailua is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Kailua?
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in Kailua with plans starting at $44.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Kailua, $49.99.
Is fiber internet available in Kailua?
Hawaiian Telcom is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Kailua, covering 71% of the city. Hawaii Dialogix Telecom also offers fiber internet in Kailua and is available to 1.357% of households.
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.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
What internet speeds do I get?
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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