Compare Bothell internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Bothell – 191 Mbps
WA – 126 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bothell – 92 Mbps
WA – 39 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Bothell.
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Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | DSL | 96% |
Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | Fiber-optic | 91% |
Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
Ziply Fiber | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
Ziply Fiber | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 91% |
HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
StarTouch Broadband | - | - | Wireless | 39% |
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.13%
2 providers - 94.32%
3 providers - 2.97%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Bothell is comparable to the rest of Washington - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Bothell area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Bothell residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 92% of those living in Bothell.
There are six internet providers serving the Bothell area, and 94.32% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Bothell's six internet providers, prices start at $20 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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Ziply Fiber | 212 Mbps | 172 Mbps | DSL |
Frontier | 224 Mbps | 186 Mbps | DSL |
Xfinity | 186 Mbps | 17 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Bothell.
The largest internet providers in Bothell are Frontier and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Bothell.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Bothell residents, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 91% of the area. Bothell’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 98% of Bothell residents.
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*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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Bothell covering 96% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Bothell 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 Frontier start at $54.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Bothell, $47.99.
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*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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Bothell covering 91% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Frontier is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Bothell than other internet types.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $54.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Bothell, $47.99.
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*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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Bothell covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Bothell residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Bothell, $47.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bothell, $1.02.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Bothell. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bothell's providers, 274 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Bothell, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Bothell, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Bothell and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Bothell at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Bothell at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Bothell residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Ziply Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Bothell with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 96% of households in Bothell. The next fastest internet provider in Bothell is Ziply Fiber, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 91% of the area.
Ziply Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Bothell with plans starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Bothell, $47.99.
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Bothell, covering 91% of the city. Ziply Fiber also offers fiber internet in Bothell and is available to 91% of households.
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.
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.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
*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