Internet Providers in Philadelphia, PA

Over 23,214 people in Philadelphia found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

92.36% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

Windstream

0.02% availability
Windstream logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2717)

Windstream offers two great high-speed Internet plans that will support all of your online activities.

#3

Verizon

85.7% availability
Verizon logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2718)

Fios customers get upload speeds as fast as their download speeds.

#4

Verizon Fios Fiber

94.8% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2976)

Compare Verizon Fios Internet Plans with speeds up to 1Gbps starting at $39.99/mo.

#5

Xfinity

87.18% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2645)

Comcast customers get access to millions of WiFi hotspots nationwide!

#6

Viasat

4.59% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

#7

RCN

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

155 Mbps

User Review:

(2629)

Award-winning, high-speed internet service with super fast speeds up to 155 Mbps.

#8

HughesNet

10.43% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

Television Only Providers in Philadelphia, PA

#1Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Philadelphia

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in most parts of Philadelphia, if it is available at your address. Fiber internet is one of the fastest and most reliable types of internet and is ideal for remote work, streaming, gaming, and busy households with lots of connected devices. In many areas of Philadelphia, you will see speed tiers from 1 Mbps to 5 Gbps, with pricing generally in the $29.99-$99/mo range.

Windstream is a solid choice in Philadelphia, if fiber is not available where you live. Cable internet is widely available in many parts of Philadelphia and can support most households with speeds up to 2 Gbps and plans starting at $29.99/mo.

Verizon offers 5G home internet plans starting at $69/mo, and delivers speeds from 1 Mbps to 450 Mbps, depending on your address and signal strength. 5G internet can be a great alternative in many parts of Philadelphia.


What is the fastest internet provider in Philadelphia?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Philadelphia, PA, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 92.36% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps92.36%
WindstreamFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps0.02%
Verizon Fios FiberFiber2 Gbps940 Mbps94.80%
VerizonFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps85.70%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps87.18%
RCNFiber / Cable / Television / Phone155 Mbps15 Mbps0.00%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps4.59%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps10.43%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Philadelphia?

RCN offers the cheapest internet in Philadelphia starting at $29.99/month with speeds up to 155 Mbps. EarthLink Fiber offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Windstream$39.99Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Verizon Fios Fiber$69.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Verizon$69.00Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Xfinity$50.00+Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
RCN$29.99Up to 155 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Philadelphia?

Philadelphia has 5 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

67.28%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

71.14%

Most widely available wired option. Windstream covers 0.02%, Xfinity covers 87.18%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

76.98%

Windstream, max 2 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

0.01%

No contracts or data caps. Verizon leads at 85.70%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Philadelphia residents.


Philadelphia, PA - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Philadelphia, PA has a total of 19 internet providers including  11 Fiber providers, 5 Cable providers, 9 DSL providers, 6 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.


Compare Internet Providers in Philadelphia, PA by Coverage Area

All 19 internet providers serving Philadelphia by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 10 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Verizon Fios Fiber2 Gbps940 MbpsFiber94.80%
2.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber92.36%
3.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone87.18%
4.Verizon1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone85.70%
5.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless85.70%
6.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone10.43%
7.Global Capacity8 Mbps1 MbpsDSL5.36%
8.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone4.59%
9.Hotwire Communications, Ltd.50 Mbps20 MbpsFiber / Cable / Fixed Wireless0.12%
10.Windstream2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone0.02%
11.Birch Communications1 Mbps~Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.02%
12.RCN155 Mbps15 MbpsFiber / Cable / Television / Phone~
13.Ironton Telephone Company50 Mbps5 MbpsDSL~
14.Speedwavz15 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless~
15.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
16.NetCarrier~~Fiber / DSL~
17.XO Communications~~DSL / Fixed Wireless~
18.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
19.Cogent Communications~~Fiber~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Philadelphia?

Yes. Philadelphia residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

Xfinity Internet Essentials

$14.95/month for up to 75 Mbps for qualifying households. Xfinity Internet Essentials includes xFi Gateway (modem + Wi-Fi) and discounted PCs.

Provider Program

Verizon Forward

Up to $30 off/mo for eligible Fios or 5G home for qualifying households. Verizon Forward includes 12 months of job resources & skills training.

Provider Program

Astound Broadband Internet First

$9.95/mo for 50 Mbps for qualifying households. Astound Broadband Internet First includes modem & Wi-Fi and no contracts or install fees.

Provider Program

Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist

$20/mo for 200 Mbps fiber for qualifying households. Windstream Kinetic Income Assist has no data caps and includes a modem.


Frequently Asked Questions about Philadelphia

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Philadelphia, PA, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 19 internet providers in Philadelphia, PA. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

RCN offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $29.99. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in Philadelphia, with a top download speed of 5 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Philadelphia. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. Philadelphia residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Xfinity Internet Essentials offers up to 75 Mbps for $14.95/month. Verizon Forward has eligible Fios or 5G home with up to $30 off/mo. Astound Broadband Internet First offers $9.95/mo for 50 Mbps. Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist provides up to 200 Mbps fiber for $20/mo. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in Philadelphia, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Philadelphia. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in Philadelphia is 125 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in Philadelphia, PA.

Verizon Fios Fiber, EarthLink Fiber, Xfinity, Verizon, and HughesNet offer internet in Philadelphia, PA.

  • Verizon Fios Fiber: Offers speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $69.00/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • Xfinity: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00+/mo.
  • Verizon: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $69.00/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.


Free wireless internet access points in Philadelphia

Free Library Of Philadelphia
1901 Vine St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 686-5300
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Andorra Branch
705 East Cathedral Road
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 685-2552
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Blanche A. Nixon-Cobbs Creek Branch
5800 Cobbs Creek Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 685-1973
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Bushrod Branch
6304 Castor Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19149
(215) 685-1471
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Bustleton Branch
10199 Bustleton Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19116
(215) 685-0472
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Cecil B. Moore Branch
2320 Cecil B. Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19121
(215) 685-2766
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Central Library
1901 Vine Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 686-5322
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Charles L. Durham Branch
3320 Haverford Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 685-7436
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Charles Santore Branch
932 South 7th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 686-1766
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Chestnut Hill Branch
8711 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
(215) 685-9290
Free Library Of Philadelphia - David Cohen Ogontz Branch
6017 Ogontz Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 685-3566
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Eastwick Branch
2851 Island Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19153
(215) 685-4170
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Falls Of Schuylkill Branch
3501 Midvale Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19129
(215) 685-2093
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Fishtown Community Branch
1217 East Montgomery Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 685-9990
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Fox Chase Branch
501 Rhawn Street
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 685-0547
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Frankford Branch
4634 Frankford Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 685-1473
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Fumo Family Branch
2437 South Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19148
(215) 685-1758
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Greater Olney Branch
5501 North 5th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19120
(215) 685-2846
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Haddington Branch
446 North 65th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19151
(215) 685-1970
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Haverford Branch
5543 Haverford Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19139
(215) 685-1964
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Holmesburg Branch
7810 Frankford Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19136
(215) 685-8756
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Independence Branch
18 S. 7th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 685-1633
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Joseph E. Coleman Northwest Regional Library
68 West Chelten Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144
(215) 685-2150
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Katharine Drexel Branch
11099 Knights Road
Philadelphia, PA 19154
(215) 685-9383
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Kensington Branch
104 West Dauphin Street
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 685-9996
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Kingsessing Branch
1201 South 51st Street
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 685-2690
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Lawncrest Branch
6098 Rising Sun Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 685-0549
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Library For The Blind And Physically Handicapped
919 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 683-3213
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Lillian Marrero Branch
601 West Lehigh Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19133
(215) 685-9794
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Logan Branch
1333 Wagner Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 685-9156
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Lovett Branch
6945 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 685-2095
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
125 South 52nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19139
(215) 685-7424
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Mcpherson Square Branch
601 East Indiana Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19134
(215) 685-9995
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Nicetown-Tioga Branch
3720 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 685-9790
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Northeast Regional Library
2228 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19149
(215) 685-0522
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Oak Lane Branch
6614 North 12th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19126
(215) 685-2848
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Overbrook Park Branch
7422 Haverford Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19151
(215) 685-0182
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Paschalville Branch
6942 Woodland Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19142
(215) 685-2662
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Philadelphia City Institute
1905 Locust Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 685-6621
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Queen Memorial Library
1201 South 23rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19146
(215) 685-1899
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Ramonita De Rodriguez Branch
600 West Girard Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 686-1768
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Richmond Branch
2987 Almond Street
Philadelphia, PA 19134
(215) 685-9992
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Roxborough Branch
6245 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 685-2550
Free Library Of Philadelphia - South Philadelphia Branch
1700 South Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19145
(215) 685-1866
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Tacony Branch
6742 Torresdale Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19135
(215) 685-8755
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Thomas F. Donatucci, Sr.
1935 Shunk Street
Philadelphia, PA 19145
(215) 685-1755
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Torresdale Branch
3079 Holme Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19136
(215) 685-0494
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Wadsworth Branch
1500 Wadsworth Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19150
(215) 685-9293
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Walnut Street West
201 South 40th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 685-7671
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Welsh Road Branch
9233 Roosevelt Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19114
(215) 685-0498
Free Library Of Philadelphia - West Oak Lane Branch
2000 Washington Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19138
(215) 685-2843
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Whitman Branch
200 Snyder Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19148
(215) 685-1754
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Widener Branch
2808 West Lehigh Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(215) 685-9799
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Wynnefield Branch
5325 Overbrook Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 685-0298
Free Library Of Philadelphia - Wyoming Branch
231 East Wyoming Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19120
(215) 685-9158

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