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Internet providers in Boise, ID

By Robin Layton Last updated: March 18, 2025

Shopping for internet plans in Boise, Idaho? Our broadband experts compare the top picks for internet providers in the Boise area so you can find the price and speed that best fits your needs.

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When shopping for internet, comparing providers in your exact location within Boise is essential to ensure you are viewing internet service providers (ISPs) serviceable to your home. Provider availability varies by region, state, city and sometimes even neighborhood, so searching based on your home address ensures you’re viewing what internet plans are actually available to you.

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Boise internet overview

  • Boise has 100% access to at least 100 Mbps, and 98% access to at least 250 Mbps of internet speed
  • Gig speeds are much less available in Boise than in other major cities, with about 2% of the city able to access at least 1,000 Mbps

There is good news for new and current residents of Boise, Idaho. If you are moving to Boise, you can expect nearly 100% connectivity, with cable and fiber the most popular choices.

Most addresses have a choice of more than five providers, with connection types including satellite, fiber, cable or 5G home internet. DSL is also available in some limited areas.

  • Satellite is available to 100% of Boise
  • Cable is widely available to 80 – 100% of the city north of the Boise Airport
  • 5G is available to 70% of Boise through T-Mobile
  • Fiber is less accessible in Boise than other connection types, serviceable to 0% – 20% of the city and 20 – 40% of the city in select areas

Best internet providers in Boise

Some of the best internet providers in Boise include Sparklight and Quantum Fiber, which both offer fiber connections (the best and fastest type of internet) in Boise. Sparklight is also the most widely available non-satellite provider in the city, with 98% serviceability.

Boise also has 5G internet available through providers like Verizon and T-Mobile, which offer internet at a discount if you bundle with one of their mobile plans. Other top providers in Boise include Rise Broadband and satellite providers such as Starlink and Viasat, with 100% serviceability and Hughesnet, with 94% serviceability.

*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 03/18/25.
**Speed may not be available in your area. Paperless billing required. Taxes and fees apply. Rate excludes CTL Fee not to exceed $1.50/mo./line.

How we review internet in Boise

We evaluate broadband providers in four categories: affordability, performance, value and customer satisfaction.

We evaluate broadband providers in four categories: affordability, performance, value and customer satisfaction. Each category contains multiple sub-factors, all of which are weighted differently to impact the provider’s overall score.

For each sub-factor, we score all providers on a continuous scale of one to five, relative to the industry as a whole. Because the average download speed in America is currently 180 Mbps, for example, we assigned all plans with download speeds between 100 and 299 Mbps a score between three and four. Xfinity’s 200 Mbps plan received a 3.50 score for download speed, while Spectrum’s 500 Mbps plan got a 3.71.

We only considered standardized data points in our scoring system. More abstract data like consistency of service and brand reputation is still part of our analysis, but we opted to let our writers address them in the context of each review.

Fastest internet in Boise

Boise residents can access up to 1 gig in speed for $75.00/mo. with Quantum Fiber.

Sparklight and Quantum Fiber offer the fastest internet in Boise. Each offers fiber speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. Sparklight’s gig plan only has about 50 Mbps in upload speed while Quantum Fiber offers symmetrical upload speeds, which provide a faster and more reliable connection.

Quantum Fiber, previously CenturyLink’s fiber service, has taken over CenturyLink’s fiber footprint. CenturyLink now operates as a DSL provider, while Quantum Fiber operates as a fiber provider. In Boise, Quantum Fiber is available in the Boise State University area as well as the North End, Boise Heights, Garden City and surrounding cities like Meridian, Nampa and Caldwell.

*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 03/18/25.

Boise high-speed internet availability compared to the national average

Boise exceeds the state and national averages for internet speeds of 250 Mbps. However, the state of Idaho is far behind the nation in having access to speeds of 1,000 Mbps.

Compared to the rest of the U.S., Boise falls behind when it comes to gigabit speed access. While some providers offer fiber internet with gig speeds, they are not widely available. Fiber expansion efforts are underway in Boise to improve residents’ access to gig and multi-gig speeds, but expansion takes time and money, so it could be a while before Boise has competitive gig access.

  • Download speeds 250 Mbps or higher

    Boise – 98%

    Idaho – 79%

    U.S. – 86%

  • Download speeds 1,000 Mbps or higher

    Boise – 2%

    Idaho – 28%

    U.S. – 51%

Cheapest internet in Boise

Cheap internet in Boise starts around $35.00/mo. for up to 100 Mbps.

T-Mobile, Verizon 5G and Rise Broadband each offer internet plans starting at $35.00/mo. Verizon 5G offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps, while T-Mobile offers speeds up to 415 Mbps. Rise Broadband’s fixed wireless service only offers speeds up to 100 Mbps.

To get the cheapest rate with T-Mobile and Verizon, pair your 5G internet plan with a qualifying mobile plan.

*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 03/18/25.

Quantum Fiber in Boise

Quantum Fiber logo

Allconnect Rating

4.34 / 5

Quantum Fiber: Best fiber speeds in Boise

Quantum Fiber offers fiber internet in Boise with speeds from 500 – 940 Mbps. Unlike Sparklight, Quantum Fiber offers symmetrical upload and download speeds, which results in a faster and more reliable connection.

  • Offers the most fiber coverage in the city
  • Symmetrical speeds
  • Limited plan options
  • Extra fees may apply
Learn more about Quantum Fiber internet

Sparklight in Boise

Sparklight logo

Allconnect Rating

3.58 / 5

Sparklight: Best for affordable high-speed internet

Sparklight (formerly known as Cable One) is one of the few providers of cable internet in Boise. It offers speeds ranging from 100 Mbps to 1,000 Mbps.

  • One of the most affordable internet providers in Boise
  • Also is one of the few fiber internet providers in Boise
  • Introductory rate for the Internet 200 plan is only valid for three months
  • Internet speeds may be slowed when you reach a set limit
Learn more about Sparklight internet

Allconnect’s affordable choice: Sparklight

When looking for cheap high-speed internet providers in Boise, Idaho, Allconnect recommends Sparklight. Sparklight delivers its service over cable, which can be more reliable than DSL.

Boise internet customer reviews

Clinton CenturyLink
4/4/24

Great people and service.

5/5

Robert Hughesnet
10/14/24

Hughesnet had me sign a two-year contract before installation, this is the worst Internet service I have ever had, slow and always buffering and won’t play some videos at all.

1/5

Marcie Verizon 5G Home Internet
1/30/24

Very satisfied with Verizon 5G Home Internet. Used primarily for streaming TV and data for phone and have had no issues. If power is interrupted it takes a few minutes to disconnect, but the price is very good and locked in for 3 years.

4/5

Future of internet in Boise

Boise residents are fortunate to have multiple connection types and providers available. Fiber expansion is underway in Boise, from providers such as Fatbeam and Crown Fiber. This is not true throughout the entire state, however.

The Idaho Broadband Strategic Plan was created in 2021, “with a goal of universal access to broadband in the state with download speeds of at least 100 Mbps and upload speeds of at least 20 Mbps by 2027.”

This 2027 goal is twofold. Not only does the Idaho Broadband Advisory Board want to close Idaho’s digital divide and give its citizens access to 100/20 Mbps, it also wants to “prepare citizens, businesses and all Idaho communities to be able to compete for jobs in the next twenty to thirty years,” transforming Idaho into a place that can continue to grow its economy, retain businesses and create jobs.

To reach its broadband expansion goals, the Idaho Broadband Advisory Board will “prioritize middle mile and last mile infrastructure and investments” to connect unserved and underserved areas in Idaho.

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Boise internet FAQs

What is the best internet provider in Boise?

The best internet providers in Boise include Sparklight and Quantum Fiber, each offering fiber internet options with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps.

T-Mobile, Verizon 5G and Rise Broadband offer internet at $35.00/mo. To get this price with T-Mobile and Verizon, you need to bundle with one of their mobile plans.

The fastest internet providers in Boise include Quantum Fiber with symmetrical fiber speeds up to 1,000 Mbps, and Sparklight which offers a gig plan but has much slower upload speeds of 50 Mbps.

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Robin Layton

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Robin Layton

Senior Editor, Broadband Content

Robin Layton is a Senior Editor for the broadband marketplace Allconnect. She built her internet industry expertise writing and editing on the site since January 2020, as well as on Allconnect’s sister site MYMO… Read more

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