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Internet providers in Brandon, SD
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Brandon, SD internet providers
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| Alliance Communications Cooperative, Inc. | - | - | Fiber-optic | 100% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $39.95 | 5 - 5 Mbps | Wireless | 41% |
| Minnesota Valley Television Improvement Corporation | - | - | Wireless | 33% |
*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?Brandon internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Brandon is comparable to the rest of South Dakota - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Brandon area will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 100% of Brandon residents. No DSL or cable providers are currently available in Brandon, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Brandon area. Among Brandon's five internet providers, prices start at $39.95 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Brandon
The largest internet providers in Brandon are HughesNet and Viasat bringing satellite options to Brandon.
Satellite internet from HughesNet is available to nearly all Brandon residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from Viasat, which covers 100% of the area.
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 Brandon covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Brandon 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 Brandon, $49.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Brandon, $3.57.
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 Brandon. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Brandon's providers, 18 Mbps.
Viasat 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 Viasat offers broadband to all households in Brandon covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Brandon 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 $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Brandon, $49.98.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Brandon, $3.57.
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 Brandon. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Brandon's providers, 18 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Brandon?
Alliance Communications Cooperative, Inc. is the fastest internet provider in Brandon with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Brandon. The next fastest internet provider in Brandon is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Brandon?
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Brandon with plans starting at $39.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Brandon, $49.98.
Is fiber internet available in Brandon?
Alliance Communications Cooperative, Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Brandon, covering 100% of the city.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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