Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
You won’t find much in the way of superb deals regarding home internet in Anaheim. The ISPs typically start at $50 or $55 monthly for their entry-level plans. For that price, look to AT&T Fiber, Verizon 5G Home Internet and Spectrum to deliver the best speeds at 300Mbps, although Spectrum starts off cheaper than the other two. One way to lower your monthly internet bill is to bundle an eligible phone plan with 5G home internet through Verizon, T-Mobile or AT&T. That can bring your home internet price down to as low as $35 per month through Verizon or AT&T. AT&T Fiber isn’t the cheapest ISP in town, but consider the value of fast upload speeds and the availability of multi-gig plans when making your decision.
Provider | Starting price | Max download speed | Monthly equipment fee |
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Spectrum Read full review | $30 | 100Mbps | Free modem; $7 router (optional) |
Verizon 5G Home Internet Read full review | $60 ($35 with eligible mobile plans) | 300Mbps | None |
AT&T Fiber Read full review | $55 | 300Mbps | None |
AT&T Internet Read full review | $55 | 100Mbps | None |
AT&T Internet Air Read full review | $60 ($47 with eligible mobile plan) | 225Mbps | None |
T-Mobile Home Internet Read full review | $65 ($45-$55 with eligible mobile plans) | 245Mbps | None |
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Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
The best internet deals and top promotions in Anaheim depend on what discounts are available during that time. Most deals are short-lived, but we look frequently for the latest offers.
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Anaheim internet providers, like Spectrum and T-Mobile Home Internet, may offer lower introductory pricing or streaming add-ons for a limited time. Others, including AT&T Fiber and Verizon 5G Home Internet, tend to run the same standard pricing year-round.
For a more extensive list of promos, check out our guide on the best internet deals.
Between Spectrum and AT&T Fiber, most Anaheim residents can access gig-level home internet. That translates to a strong showing in a recent Ookla speed test report where Anaheim logged a median fixed internet download speed of 262Mbps. Anaheim is well within range for the area. Compare that to 298Mbps for Irvine and 222Mbps for Los Angeles. California overall pulled down 254Mbps in a recent report. AT&T Fiber is the fastest provider around with its 5,000Mbps plan, but it’s not available everywhere in the city.
Provider | Starting price | Max download speed | Max upload speed | Data cap | Connection |
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AT&T Fiber Internet 5000 Read full review | $245 | 5,000Mbps | 5,000Mbps | None | Fiber |
AT&T Fiber Internet 2000 Read full review | $145 | 2,000Mbps | 2,000Mbps | None | Fiber |
AT&T Fiber Internet 1000 Read full review | $80 | 1,000Mbps | 1,000Mbps | None | Fiber |
Verizon 5G Home Plus Internet Read full review | $80 ($45 with qualifying Verizon 5G mobile plans) | 1,000Mbps | 75Mbps | None | Fixed wireless |
Spectrum Internet Gig Read full review | $70 | 1,000Mbps | 41Mbps | None | Cable |
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Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
Most internet connection plans can now handle basic productivity and communication tasks. If you're looking for an internet plan that can accommodate videoconferencing, streaming video or gaming, you'll have a better experience with a more robust connection. Here's an overview of the recommended minimum download speeds for various applications, according to the FCC. Note that these are only guidelines and that internet speed, service and performance vary by connection type, provider and address.
For more information, refer to our guide on how much internet speed you really need.
Internet service providers are numerous and regional. Unlike the latest smartphone, laptop, router or kitchen tool, it's impractical to personally test every internet service provider in a given city. What's our approach? For starters, we tap into a proprietary database of pricing, availability and speed information that draws from our own historical ISP data, partner data and mapping information from the Federal Communications Commission at FCC.gov.
It doesn’t end there: We go to the FCC’s website to check our data and ensure we consider every ISP that provides service in an area. We also input local addresses on provider websites to find specific options for residents. We look at sources, including the American Customer Satisfaction Index and J.D. Power, to evaluate how happy customers are with an ISP's service. ISP plans and prices are subject to frequent changes; all information provided is accurate as of publication.
Once we have this localized information, we ask three main questions:
The answer to those questions is often layered and complex, but the providers who come closest to “yes” on all three are the ones we recommend. When selecting the cheapest internet service, we look for the plans with the lowest monthly fee, although we also factor in things like price increases, equipment fees and contracts. Choosing the fastest internet service is relatively straightforward. We look at advertised upload and download speeds and consider real-world speed data from sources like Ookla and FCC reports.
To explore our process in more depth, visit our how we test ISPs page.
AT&T and Spectrum are the big dogs on the ISP scene in Anaheim. AT&T Fiber’s speedy and symmetrical service gives it a leg up, although Spectrum is a little cheaper initially. Spectrum also has broader coverage across the city, so give weight to the cable provider if you can’t get fiber. There are three 5G home internet providers: T-Mobile, Verizon and AT&T. Speeds can depend on location and network congestion, so take advantage of trial periods and no-contract plans to test drive a 5G service before you commit.
What is the cheapest internet provider in Anaheim?
Spectrum offers a plan starting at $30 per month and the prices go up after an introductory period. Consider bundling 5G home internet with a phone plan to save more on broadband.
Which internet provider in Anaheim offers the fastest plan?
AT&T Fiber’s 5,000Mbps fiber plan is the fastest around, although it’s not available everywhere, even within AT&T’s fiber network service area. If you’re moving to Anaheim and need that kind of speed, then be sure to check prospective addresses with AT&T to find out what’s available to you.
Is fiber internet available in Anaheim?
AT&T Fiber reaches many neighborhoods in Anaheim but with less coverage in Anaheim Hills. Top speeds will vary with location, reaching either 1,000Mbps or 5,000Mbps. Speeds are symmetrical.
What internet provider has the best coverage in Anaheim?
Spectrum has the broadest coverage across Anaheim with its cable network. It reaches nearly 92% of homes, according to FCC data. If AT&T Fiber doesn’t reach your home, look into Spectrum for fast download speeds.
Source: cnet.com