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Shop the best Germantown internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, fiber-optic and DSL providers in your area.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.04%
2 providers - 95.12%
3 providers - 7.54%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Germantown is comparable to the rest of Maryland - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Germantown area will have access to cable, which covers 96% of Germantown residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 70% of those living in Germantown.
There are four internet providers serving the Germantown area, and 95.12% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Germantown's four internet providers, prices start at $20 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 153 Mbps | 17 Mbps | Cable |
| HughesNet | 105 Mbps | 49 Mbps | Satellite |
| Verizon | 55 Mbps | 18 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Germantown.
The largest internet providers in Germantown are Xfinity, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to Germantown.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Germantown residents, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Germantown’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Germantown residents.
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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 27, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Germantown covering 96% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Germantown residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $20/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Germantown, $40.00.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.80 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Germantown, $1.90.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Germantown. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Germantown's providers, 146 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Germantown covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Germantown 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 $49.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Germantown, $40.00.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 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 Germantown, $1.90.
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 Germantown. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Germantown's providers, 146 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Germantown covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Germantown 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Germantown, $40.00.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Germantown, $1.90.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 12 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Germantown. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Germantown's providers, 146 Mbps.
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Germantown with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 91% of households in Germantown. The next fastest internet provider in Germantown is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 96% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Germantown with plans starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Germantown, $40.00.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Germantown, covering 91% of the city.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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