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Alton, NH internet providers

Provider
BendBroadband - 300 - 1,000 MbpsFiber-optic99%
MetroCast Communications $19.99 100 - 150 MbpsCable99%
BendBroadband - 300 - 50 MbpsDSL78%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $64.99 12 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%

*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 Aug 9, 2022.

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Alton internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    1000 Mbps

    Provider: BendBroadband

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    499

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 99.25%

    2 providers - 98.88%

    3 providers - 0%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 99%

    DSL - 78%

    Fiber - 99%

    Source: FCC

At 99%, broadband coverage in Alton is comparable to the rest of New Hampshire - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.

The vast majority of those living in the Alton area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Alton residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 78% of those living in Alton.

There are four internet providers serving the Alton area, and 98.88% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Alton's four internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Compare Alton internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Alton – 174 Mbps

    NH – 150 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Alton – 87 Mbps

    NH – 36 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

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

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Top high-speed internet providers in Alton

The largest internet providers in Alton are MetroCast Communications, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to Alton.

Cable internet from MetroCast Communications is available to nearly all Alton residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Alton’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Alton residents.

MetroCast Communications cable internet

Provider

MetroCast Communications

Starting price*
$19.99/mo.
Max download speed

150 Mbps

Max upload speed

15 Mbps

Average availability

99%

*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 Aug 9, 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 MetroCast Communications offers broadband to all households in Alton covering 99% of the area.

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

Internet prices for MetroCast Communications start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Alton, $49.99.

MetroCast Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Alton, $1.09.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, MetroCast Communications offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 15 Mbps in Alton. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Alton's providers, 67 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Aug 9, 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

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Alton covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Alton 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Alton, $49.99.

HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Alton, $1.09.

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 Alton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Alton's providers, 67 Mbps.

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Viasat satellite internet

Provider
Viasat
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Aug 9, 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

Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Alton covering 100% of the area.

Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Alton 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 Viasat start at $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Alton, $49.99.

Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.42 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Alton, $1.09.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Alton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Alton's providers, 67 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

BendBroadband is the fastest internet provider in Alton with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Alton. The next fastest internet provider in Alton is MetroCast Communications, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 99% of the area.

MetroCast Communications offers the cheapest internet in Alton with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Alton, $49.99.

BendBroadband is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Alton, covering 99% of the city.

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.

Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.

Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.

*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

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