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Internet providers in Portland, ME
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Portland, ME internet providers
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Consolidated Communications | $25 | 10 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
| Great Works Internet (GWI) | - | - | DSL | 49% |
| Oxford County Telephone & Telegraph | - | - | Fiber-optic | 18% |
| Oxford County Telephone & Telegraph | - | - | DSL | 3.097% |
| OTELCO | $29.95 | 5 - 10 Mbps | DSL | 1.563% |
| Great Works Internet (GWI) | - | - | Fiber-optic | 0.092% |
| Great Works Internet (GWI) | - | - | Wired | 0.024% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Redzone Wireless | $40 | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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?Portland internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Portland 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 Portland area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Portland residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 19% of those living in Portland.
There are eight internet providers serving the Portland area, and 98.12% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Portland's eight internet providers, prices start at $25 and available download speeds reach up to 105 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Portland
The largest internet providers in Portland are Spectrum, Consolidated Communications, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Portland.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Portland residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Consolidated Communications, which covers 97% of the area. Portland’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Portland 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 Portland covering 99% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Portland 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 Portland, $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 Portland, $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 Portland. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 42 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 Portland covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from Consolidated Communications uses telephone lines in Portland 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 Portland, $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 Portland, $1.89.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Consolidated Communications offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Portland. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 42 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Portland covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Portland 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 Portland, $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 Portland, $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 Portland. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 42 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Portland?
Great Works Internet (GWI) is the fastest internet provider in Portland with download speeds up to 105 Mbps. These speeds are available to 0.092% of households in Portland. The next fastest internet provider in Portland is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Portland?
Consolidated Communications offers the cheapest internet in Portland with plans starting at $25/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Portland, $41.66.
Is fiber internet available in Portland?
Oxford County Telephone & Telegraph is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Portland, covering 18% of the city. Great Works Internet (GWI) also offers fiber internet in Portland and is available to 0.092% of households.
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What’s the best internet provider in my area?
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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