Why you can trust Allconnect We compare current internet plans to help you make the best decision for your needs and location. How we review providers How we make money

Internet providers in Caribou, ME

Shop the best Caribou internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, DSL and fiber-optic providers in your area.

Shop local providers
Caribou City Map

Internet providers in your area

Jump to section

Back to top

Caribou, ME internet providers

Provider
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **

(wireless speeds may vary)

Cable97%
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont $39.95 -DSL92%
Pioneer Broadband $59.95 24 - 1,000 MbpsDSL34%
Great Works Internet - -DSL17%
Oxford County Telephone Company - -Fiber-optic1.277%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.

Shop providers Need help? Call: (844) 512-2720

Caribou internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    10000 Mbps

    Provider: Telephone Operating Company of Vermont

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    8189

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 99.26%

    2 providers - 91.44%

    3 providers - 38.89%

    4+ providers - 12.42%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 96%

    DSL - 95%

    Fiber - 20%

    Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Caribou is comparable to the rest of Maine - 100%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.

The vast majority of those living in the Caribou area will have access to cable, which covers 96% of Caribou residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 20% of those living in Caribou.

There are seven internet providers serving the Caribou area, and 91.44% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Caribou's seven internet providers, prices start at $39.95 and available download speeds reach up to 10,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Caribou

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont 13 Mbps 4 Mbps DSL
Spectrum 97 Mbps 14 Mbps Cable
HughesNet 12 Mbps 2 Mbps Satellite
Pioneer Broadband 103 Mbps 58 Mbps DSL

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Caribou.

Compare Caribou internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Caribou – 96 Mbps

    ME – 76 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Caribou – 18 Mbps

    ME – 12 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Caribou.

Find Caribou internet providers by ZIP code

Enter a ZIP code:

Popular ZIP codes:

Top high-speed internet providers in Caribou

The largest internet providers in Caribou are Spectrum, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, and Pioneer Broadband bringing cable and DSL options to Caribou.

Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Caribou residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, which covers 92% of the area. Caribou’s third most-available internet provider, Pioneer Broadband, offers DSL to around 34% of Caribou residents.

Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

97%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in Caribou covering 97% of the area.

Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Caribou residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Caribou, $50.97.

Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Caribou, $0.54.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Caribou. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Caribou's providers, 290 Mbps.

Check availability Call us: (844) 512-2720

Telephone Operating Company of Vermont DSL internet

Provider

Telephone Operating Company of Vermont

Starting price*
$39.95/mo.
Max download speed

10,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

2 Mbps

Average availability

92%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers broadband to nearly all households in Caribou covering 92% of the area.

DSL internet from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont uses telephone lines in Caribou 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 Telephone Operating Company of Vermont start at $39.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Caribou, $50.97.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Caribou. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Caribou's providers, 290 Mbps.

Check availability Call us: (844) 512-2720

Pioneer Broadband DSL internet

Provider

Pioneer Broadband

Starting price*
$59.95/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

34%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

DSL from Pioneer Broadband offers broadband to some, but not many households in Caribou covering 34% of the area.

DSL internet from Pioneer Broadband uses telephone lines in Caribou 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 Pioneer Broadband start at $59.95/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Caribou, $50.97.

Pioneer Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 24 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.50 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Caribou, $0.54.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Pioneer Broadband offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Caribou. These download speeds are available to 34% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Caribou's providers, 290 Mbps.

Check availability Call us: (844) 512-2720

Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Caribou, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Caribou, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet offers 100% availability in Caribou and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Caribou at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Caribou residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Caribou may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Caribou cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the fastest internet provider in Caribou with download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 92% of households in Caribou. The next fastest internet provider in Caribou is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 97% of the area.

Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers the cheapest internet in Caribou with plans starting at $39.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Caribou, $50.97.

Oxford County Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Caribou, covering 1.277% of the city. Pioneer Broadband also offers fiber internet in Caribou and is available to 0.715% of households.

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%.

Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.

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.

*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

How can we help?

Related resources Read more from the Resource Center

Give us a call

Give us a call

Our experts can help you find the right plan at the right price.

Call: (844) 451-2720

Internet in nearby cities