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Internet providers in Waipahu, HI
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Waipahu, HI internet providers
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Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Hawaiian Telcom | $34.99 | 300 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
Hawaiian Telcom | $34.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 68% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 2 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $50 | 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Waipahu internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Waipahu 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 Waipahu area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Waipahu 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 68% of those living in Waipahu.
There are four internet providers serving the Waipahu area, and 99.98% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Waipahu's four internet providers, prices start at $34.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Waipahu
The largest internet providers in Waipahu are Spectrum and Hawaiian Telcom bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Waipahu.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Waipahu residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Hawaiian Telcom, which covers 99% of the area. Waipahu’s third most-available internet provider, Hawaiian Telcom, offers fiber-optic to around 68% of Waipahu 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Waipahu covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Waipahu residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Waipahu, $47.49.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Waipahu, $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 Waipahu. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Waipahu's providers, 338 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Hawaiian Telcom offers broadband to all households in Waipahu covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from Hawaiian Telcom uses telephone lines in Waipahu 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 $34.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Waipahu, $47.49.
Hawaiian Telcom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.12 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Waipahu, $0.27.
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 Waipahu. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Waipahu's providers, 338 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Fiber-optic from Hawaiian Telcom offers broadband to most households in Waipahu covering 68% 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 Waipahu than other internet types.
Internet prices for Hawaiian Telcom start at $34.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Waipahu, $47.49.
Hawaiian Telcom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.12 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Waipahu, $0.27.
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 Waipahu. These download speeds are available to 68% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Waipahu's providers, 338 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Waipahu, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Waipahu, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Waipahu and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Waipahu at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 2 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Waipahu at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Waipahu 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 Waipahu?
Hawaiian Telcom is the fastest internet provider in Waipahu with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 68% of households in Waipahu. The next fastest internet provider in Waipahu is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Waipahu?
Hawaiian Telcom offers the cheapest internet in Waipahu with plans starting at $34.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Waipahu, $47.49.
Is fiber internet available in Waipahu?
Hawaiian Telcom is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Waipahu, covering 68% of the city.
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.
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.
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.