Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
Bozeman is competitive on internet prices compared to other Montana cities like Missoula and Helena. Most ISPs start around $50 per month for entry-level plans. SkyNet Communications’ 100Mbps LightSpeed plan at $25 per month is a notable exception. Quantum Fiber has the most affordable fiber plan in town, but Yellowstone Fiber offers a good value at higher speed levels, depending on which partner ISP you choose. Sumo Fiber’s Yellowstone plans come in at $70 per month for 1,000Mbps and $230 per month for 10,000Mbps. That’s a good value if you need that blazing-fast multi-gig speed.
Provider | Starting price | Max download speed | Monthly equipment fee |
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SkyNet Communications | $25 | 100Mbps | None |
CenturyLink Read full review | $50 | 140Mbps | $15 (optional) |
Quantum Fiber | $50 | 500Mbps | None |
Spectrum Read full review | $50 | 300Mbps | Free modem; $7 router (optional) |
Verizon 5G Home Internet Read full review | $50 ($35 with eligible mobile plans) | 100Mbps | None |
T-Mobile Home Internet Read full review | $60 ($40-$50 with eligible mobile plans) | 245Mbps | None |
Yellowstone Fiber | $65 | 250Mbps | Varies |
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Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
The best internet deals and top promotions in Bozeman 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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Bozeman internet providers, such as Spectrum, may offer lower introductory pricing or streaming add-ons for a limited time. Many providers, including Quantum Fiber, CenturyLink and the Yellowstone Fiber ISPS, 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.
Bozeman’s internet future looks bright as fiber availability expands across the city. Spectrum’s gig speed plan is widely available, but fiber brings fast uploads and multi-gig options. A recent Ookla speed test report has Bozeman logging a roughly 200Mbps median download speed for fixed internet. That’s a strong showing compared to Montana’s overall average of 109Mbps. Your personal speed test results may vary considerably depending on your ISP, plan, network congestion and Wi-Fi equipment. Check out these tips for speeding up your internet connections.
Provider | Starting price | Max download speed | Max upload speed | Data cap | Connection |
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Yellowstone Fiber | $230 | 10,000Mbps | 10,000Mbps | None | Fiber |
SkyNet Communications | $50 | 1,000Mbps | 1,000Mbps | 1.2TB | Fixed wireless |
Spectrum Internet Gig Read full review | $80 | 1,000Mbps | 35Mbps | None | Cable |
Yellowstone Fiber | $70 | 1,000Mbps | 1,000Mbps | None | Fiber |
Quantum Fiber | $75 | 940Mbps | 9940Mbps | None | Fiber |
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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 video conferencing, 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 Federal Communications Commission. 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. So 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:
While the answer to those questions is often layered and complex, 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.
Your options for home internet in Bozeman will depend on which ISPs service your address. Spectrum has the broadest coverage of any wired provider across town, so chances are good you can get access to a gig cable plan if you need that download speed. Yellowstone Fiber and its ISP partners make a strong case for switching to fiber thanks to symmetrical speeds and a 10,000Mbps option for power users. If fiber doesn’t reach your address and you’re looking for an alternative to cable, check into fixed wireless from SkyNet Communications, which has some affordable plans.
What is the cheapest internet provider in Bozeman?
SkyNet Communications’ $25-per-month 100Mbps fixed wireless plan is one of the most affordable options in town. For entry-level plans, other ISPs start in the $50-$65 range.
Which internet provider in Bozeman offers the fastest plan?
Yellowstone Fiber’s 10,000Mbps level is the fastest residential option in Bozeman. Pricing varies depending on which ISP you choose to pair with Yellowstone. Sumo Fiber has the most affordable version of the plan at $230 per month, with the Yellowstone connection fee included in that price.
Is fiber internet available in Bozeman?
Yellowstone Fiber and Quantum Fiber are the fiber alternatives to Spectrum’s cable network in Bozeman. Quantum’s coverage is patchwork, while Yellowstone is expanding its network across town.
What internet provider has the best coverage in Bozeman?
When it comes to wired internet coverage, look to Spectrum’s cable network. It reaches nearly 88% of homes in Bozeman, according to FCC data. The next closest competitor is Lumen Technology’s CenturyLink and Quantum Fiber networks. Combined, those two reach nearly 86% of homes, mostly thanks to CenturyLink’s outdated DSL network.
Source: cnet.com