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Internet providers in 96746
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96746 internet providers
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Hawaiian Telcom  | $44.99 | 500 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 2 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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?96746 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
13151
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.92%
2 providers - 98.97%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 96746 ZIP code 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 96746 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Kapaa, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the 96746 area, and 98.97% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 96746, prices start at $44.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 96746
The largest internet providers serving the 96746 ZIP code are Spectrum, Hawaiian Telcom, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all in the 96746 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Hawaiian Telcom, which covers 99% of the area. Kapaa’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 96746 ZIP code.
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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 96746 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 96746 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 Kapaa, $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 Kapaa, $0.27.
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 96746 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Kapaa's providers, 86 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Hawaiian Telcom offers broadband to all households in the 96746 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from Hawaiian Telcom uses telephone lines 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 Kapaa, $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 Kapaa, $0.27.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Hawaiian Telcom offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1.5 Mbps in 96746 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Kapaa's providers, 86 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 96746 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 96746 ZIP 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Kapaa, $49.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kapaa, $0.27.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 2 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.2 Mbps in 96746 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Kapaa's providers, 86 Mbps.
Internet providers in 96746 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 96746?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 96746 ZIP code with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 96746. The next fastest internet provider in the 96746 ZIP code is Viasat, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 96746?
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in the 96746 ZIP with service starting at $44.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Kapaa, $49.99.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
What's a good internet speed for my home?
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.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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%.
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