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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont  | $39.95 | - | DSL | 100% |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $39.95 | - | Fiber-optic | 98% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Redzone Wireless | $55.00 | - | Wireless | 20% |
*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.
Need help?At 100%, broadband coverage in Eliot 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 Eliot area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Eliot residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 99% of those living in Eliot.
There are five internet providers serving the Eliot area. Among Eliot's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 10,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Eliot are Xfinity and Telephone Operating Company of Vermont bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Eliot.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Eliot residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, which covers 100% of the area. Eliot’s third most-available internet provider, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, offers fiber-optic to around 98% of Eliot 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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Eliot covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Eliot 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 Eliot, $51.23.
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 Eliot, $1.77.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Eliot. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Eliot's providers, 83 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.
DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers broadband to all households in Eliot covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont uses telephone lines in Eliot 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 Eliot, $51.23.
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 Eliot. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Eliot's providers, 83 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.
Fiber-optic from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers broadband to nearly all households in Eliot covering 98% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Eliot than other internet types.
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 Eliot, $51.23.
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 1,000 Mbps in Eliot. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Eliot's providers, 83 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Eliot, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Eliot, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Eliot and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Eliot at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Eliot at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Eliot 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 Eliot 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 Eliot cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the fastest internet provider in Eliot with download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Eliot. The next fastest internet provider in Eliot is Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, offering download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Eliot with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Eliot, $51.23.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Eliot, covering 98% of the city.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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.
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