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Internet providers in Old Town, ME
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Old Town, ME internet providers
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Consolidated Communications | $25 | 10 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 85% |
| Great Works Internet (GWI) | - | - | DSL | 42% |
| Oxford County Telephone & Telegraph | - | - | Fiber-optic | 8.950% |
| Cornerstone Communications, LLC | - | - | DSL | 4.748% |
| OTELCO | $29.95 | 5 - 40 Mbps | DSL | 3.874% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Redzone Wireless | $40 | - | Wireless | 47% |
*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?Old Town internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Old Town 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 Old Town area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Old Town residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 87% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 8.950% of those living in Old Town.
There are nine internet providers serving the Old Town area, and 86.52% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Old Town's nine internet providers, prices start at $25 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Old Town
The largest internet providers in Old Town are Spectrum, Consolidated Communications, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Old Town.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Old Town residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Consolidated Communications, which covers 85% of the area. Old Town’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Old Town residents.
Spectrum 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 Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Old Town covering 99% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Old Town residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Old Town, $41.66.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Old Town, $1.89.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Old Town. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Old Town's providers, 43 Mbps.
Consolidated Communications 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 Consolidated Communications offers broadband to nearly all households in Old Town covering 85% of the area.
DSL internet from Consolidated Communications uses telephone lines in Old Town 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 Consolidated Communications start at $25/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Old Town, $41.66.
Consolidated Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Old Town, $1.89.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Consolidated Communications offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Old Town. These download speeds are available to 85% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Old Town's providers, 43 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 Old Town covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Old Town 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 Old Town, $41.66.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Old Town, $1.89.
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 Old Town. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Old Town's providers, 43 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Old Town?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Old Town with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Old Town. The next fastest internet provider in Old Town is Oxford County Telephone & Telegraph, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 8.950% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Old Town?
Consolidated Communications offers the cheapest internet in Old Town with plans starting at $25/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Old Town, $41.66.
Is fiber internet available in Old Town?
Oxford County Telephone & Telegraph is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Old Town, covering 8.950% of the city.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
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.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
How can I lower my cable bill?
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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