Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
Most internet options in Daytona Beach start at around $50 per month for standard service. The cheapest internet plan is Spectrum's $30-a-month plan for 100Mbps in download speeds. Once the promo period ends after 12 months, expect that rate to jump to $50 a month. The next best thing, if it's available at your address, is a fixed wireless connection from Verizon 5G Home Internet's $60-a-month plan for 100Mbps. Verizon and T-Mobile also offer lower rates for eligible mobile customers.
Provider | Starting monthly price | Max download speed | Monthly equipment fee |
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Spectrum Internet Read full review | $30 | 100Mbps | Free modem; $7 router (optional) |
Verizon 5G Home Internet Read full review | $60 ($35 with eligible mobile plan) | 100Mbps | None |
AT&T Internet Air Read full review | $55 | 225Mbps | None |
AT&T Fiber Read full review | $65 | 300Mbps | None |
T-Mobile Home Internet Read full review | $55 ($40 with eligible mobile plans) | 245Mbps | None |
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Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
The best internet deals and top promotions in Daytona Beach depend on what discounts are available during that period. Most deals are short-lived, but we look frequently for the latest offers.
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Daytona Beach internet providers, such as Spectrum and T-Mobile, may offer lower introductory pricing or streaming add-ons for a limited time. Others, however, such as AT&T and Verizon, run the same standard pricing year-round.
For a more extensive list of promos, check out our guide on the best internet deals.
In the latest Ookla speed test data, Daytona Beach came in with a robust fixed median download speed of 328Mbps. That's better than nearby Orlando, which came in at 302Mbps. Other nearby cities like Palm Coast and Melbourne came in with fixed median download speeds of 366Mbps and 344Mbps, respectively.
Provider | Starting monthly price | Max download speed | Max upload speed | Data cap | Connection type |
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AT&T Fiber 5000 Read full review | $255 | 5,000Mbps | 5,000Mbps | None | Fiber |
AT&T Fiber 2000 Read full review | $125 | 2,000Mbps | 2,000Mbps | None | Fiber |
AT&T Fiber 1000 Read full review | $90 | 1,000Mbps | 1,000Mbps | None | Fiber |
Spectrum Internet Gig Read full review | $40 | 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 ISP in a given city. So what’s our approach? We start by researching the pricing, availability and speed information, drawing on our own historical ISP data, the provider sites, and mapping information from FCC.gov.
But it doesn’t end there. We use 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 answers to those questions are often layered and complex, the providers that 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, though 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 also 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.
Daytona Beach has several broadband options, but it all depends on what you can get at your address. Cable connections are widely available throughout the city. However, as we usually say here at CNET, if fiber is available at your address, it beats cable almost every time.
What is the best internet service provider in Daytona Beach?
Spectrum offers wide availability and the lowest-priced plan in the area for the first 12 months, making it the best internet provider for most residents living by the World's Most Famous Beach. Spectrum also places first on CNET's list of the best cable internet providers, thanks to its straightforward pricing and broad coverage.
Is fiber internet available in Daytona Beach?
AT&T Fiber is the only fiber provider serving Daytona Beach, but availability is sparse, serving 10% of households. The FCC reports that approximately 20% of residents can access fiber connectivity.
What is the cheapest internet provider in Daytona Beach?
Spectrum offers the cheapest plan in Daytona Beach, costing $30 per month for speeds up to 100Mbps. However, fixed wireless providers like Verizon 5G Home Internet and T-Mobile Home Internet have discounts for eligible mobile customers, which can knock $15 to $25 off your monthly bill.
Which internet provider in Daytona Beach offers the fastest plan?
The fastest speed available in Daytona is 5 gigabits -- or 5,000Mbps -- offered by AT&T Fiber for $255 monthly. Spectrum Internet also offers a gigabit plan for $40 per month for the first 24 months, but it is not nearly as fast as a fiber connection from AT&T.
Source: cnet.com