| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 75% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
ClearSKY Systems  | $59.95 | - | Wireless | 99% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 42% |
| Cyber Broadcasting | $84.95 | 15 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 31% |
| Apps Communications | $49.95 | 5 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 1.186% |
*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 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.36%
2 providers - 75.41%
3 providers - 0.91%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Braidwood is comparable to the rest of Illinois - 95%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Braidwood area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Braidwood residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 75% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Braidwood, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are eight internet providers serving the Braidwood area, and 75.41% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Braidwood's eight internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HughesNet | 24.0 Mbps | 3.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| Xfinity | 116.0 Mbps | 10.0 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 8.0 Mbps | 1.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Braidwood.
The largest internet providers in Braidwood are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Braidwood.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Braidwood residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 75% of the area. Braidwood’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Braidwood residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in Braidwood covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Braidwood 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Braidwood, $55.60.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Braidwood, $2.78.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Braidwood. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Braidwood's providers, 195 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to most households in Braidwood covering 75% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Braidwood residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Braidwood, $55.60.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Braidwood, $2.78.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Braidwood. These download speeds are available to 75% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Braidwood's providers, 195 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Braidwood covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Braidwood 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Braidwood, $55.60.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Braidwood, $2.78.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Braidwood. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Braidwood's providers, 195 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Braidwood with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Braidwood. The next fastest internet provider in Braidwood is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 75% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Braidwood with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Braidwood, $55.60.
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.
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.
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.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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