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Internet providers in Matthews, NC
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Matthews, NC internet providers
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| AT&T | $40 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.570% |
| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 2.377% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Windstream | $19.99 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 95% |
| Windstream | $75 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 21% |
| Windstream | $27 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 30% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 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?Matthews internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Matthews is comparable to the rest of North Carolina - 99%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Matthews area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Matthews residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 21% of those living in Matthews.
There are five internet providers serving the Matthews area, and 96.60% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Matthews's five internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Matthews
The largest internet providers in Matthews are Spectrum and Windstream bringing cable and DSL options to Matthews.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Matthews residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Windstream, which covers 95% of the area. Matthews’s third most-available internet provider, Windstream, offers cable to around 30% of Matthews 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 Matthews covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Matthews 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 Matthews, $40.99.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Matthews, $0.63.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Matthews. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Matthews's providers, 702 Mbps.
Windstream 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 Windstream offers broadband to nearly all households in Matthews covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream uses telephone lines in Matthews 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 Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Matthews, $40.99.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Matthews, $0.63.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Matthews. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Matthews's providers, 702 Mbps.
Windstream 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 Windstream offers broadband to some, but not many households in Matthews covering 30% of the area.
Windstream’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Matthews residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Windstream start at $27/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Matthews, $40.99.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.70 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Matthews, $0.63.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in Matthews. These download speeds are available to 30% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Matthews's providers, 702 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Matthews, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Matthews, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Matthews and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Matthews at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Matthews at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Matthews residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Matthews?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Matthews with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.570% of households in Matthews. The next fastest internet provider in Matthews is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 95% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Matthews?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in Matthews with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Matthews, $40.99.
Is fiber internet available in Matthews?
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Matthews, covering 21% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in Matthews and is available to 1.570% of households.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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 should I pay for internet?
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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