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Shop the best Montgomery internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, DSL and fiber-optic providers in your area.
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| Xfinity | $20.00 | 25 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Windstream | $25.00 | 15 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| Windstream | $25.00 | 15 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 23% |
| HughesNet | $49.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Limitless Mobile  | $29.99 | 5 - 8 Mbps | Wireless | 65% |
*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 27, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.85%
2 providers - 97.63%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Montgomery is comparable to the rest of Pennsylvania - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Montgomery area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Montgomery residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 23% of those living in Montgomery.
There are five internet providers serving the Montgomery area, and 97.63% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Montgomery's five internet providers, prices start at $20 and available download speeds reach up to 200 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Windstream | 88 Mbps | 57 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 139 Mbps | 20 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Montgomery.
The largest internet providers in Montgomery are Xfinity and Windstream bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Montgomery.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Montgomery residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Windstream, which covers 98% of the area. Montgomery’s third most-available internet provider, Windstream, offers fiber-optic to around 23% of Montgomery residents.
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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 27, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Montgomery covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Montgomery residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $20/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Montgomery, $35.00.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.80 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Montgomery, $1.84.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Montgomery. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Montgomery's providers, 89 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to nearly all households in Montgomery covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream uses telephone lines in Montgomery 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 $25/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Montgomery, $35.00.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.67 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Montgomery, $1.84.
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 Montgomery. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Montgomery's providers, 89 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Windstream offers broadband to some, but not many households in Montgomery covering 23% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Windstream is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Montgomery than other internet types.
Internet prices for Windstream start at $25/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Montgomery, $35.00.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.67 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Montgomery, $1.84.
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 Montgomery. These download speeds are available to 23% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Montgomery's providers, 89 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Montgomery, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Montgomery, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Montgomery and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Montgomery at $49.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Montgomery at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Montgomery 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 Montgomery may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $49.99 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 Montgomery cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Montgomery with download speeds up to 200 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Montgomery. The next fastest internet provider in Montgomery is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Montgomery with plans starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Montgomery, $35.00.
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Montgomery, covering 23% of the city.
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.
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.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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