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Internet providers in Summit, IL
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Summit, IL internet providers
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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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Summit internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Summit 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 Summit area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Summit residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Summit, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Summit area, and 99.38% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Summit's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Summit
The largest internet providers in Summit are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Summit.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Summit residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Summit’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Summit residents.

AT&T 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 AT&T offers broadband to all households in Summit covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Summit 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Summit, $42.49.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Summit, $1.12.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Summit. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Summit's providers, 278 Mbps.

Xfinity 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 Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Summit covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Summit 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 Summit, $42.49.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Summit, $1.12.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Summit. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Summit's providers, 278 Mbps.

HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Summit covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Summit 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Summit, $42.49.
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 Summit, $1.12.
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 Summit. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Summit's providers, 278 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Summit?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Summit with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Summit. The next fastest internet provider in Summit is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 75 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Summit?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Summit with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Summit, $42.49.
How do I get faster internet?
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.
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%.
Why is my internet slow today?
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.