Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
Optimum delivers the most affordable wired internet plan in Kingman. Pricing starts at $40 per month for 300Mbps downloads, and you don’t have to pay extra for equipment. Allo Fiber’s entry-level 500Mbps plan costs twice as much but has symmetrical speeds for fast uploads. Verizon or T-Mobile phone customers can look into bundling a mobile plan with a home internet plan for a discount, but it’s tough to beat the price-to-speed ratio of Optimum.
Provider | Starting price | Max download speed | Monthly equipment fee |
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Optimum Read full review | $40 | 300Mbps | None |
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 |
Allo Fiber | $79 | 500Mbps | None |
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Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
The best internet deals and top promotions in Kingman 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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Kingman internet providers, such as Optimum and T-Mobile Home Internet, may offer lower introductory pricing or streaming add-ons for a limited time. Others, including Allo Fiber, 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.
Kingman delivered a 295Mbps median fixed internet download speed in a recent Ookla speed test report. That’s right in line with Optimum’s widespread entry-level 300Mbps plan. The cable provider doesn’t have much competition in the city, so many residents are signed up with the ISP. Optimum maxes out at 940Mbps downloads paired with 35Mbps uploads. That was the fastest plan around until Allo Fiber began building its network in Kingman. Allo’s top speed is a symmetrical 2,300Mbps, but availability is still limited. Overall, Kingman fares well when compared to the median download speed in Arizona of about 227Mbps. The arrival of fiber means more options for fast home internet in Kingman.
Provider | Starting price | Max download speed | Max upload speed | Data cap | Connection |
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Allo Fiber 2.3 Gig | $136 | 2,300Mbps | 2,300Mbps | None | Fiber |
Allo Fiber 1 Gig | $108 | 1,000Mbps | 1,000Mbps | None | Fiber |
Optimum 1 Gig Read full review | $80 | 940Mbps | 35Mbps | 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 pricing, availability and speed database 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.
Kingman’s internet scene is changing. Cable ISP Optimum has been the top dog, but the arrival of Allo Fiber is giving residents access to faster, symmetrical speeds. The Allo Fiber network is under construction, so most homes in Kingman will still be looking at Optimum as the strongest option for getting online. Expect Optimum to remain competitive in the face of fiber thanks to its affordable and straightforward plans, although the ISP has a shaky customer service reputation. Verizon and T-Mobile are potential home internet alternatives but look to those only if cable or fiber doesn’t work out for you.
What is the cheapest internet provider in Kingman?
Optimum's $40-per-month 300Mbps is Kingman's most affordable, widely available home internet plan.
Which internet provider in Kingman offers the fastest plan?
Allo Fiber’s 2,300Mbps plan is the fastest residential option in Kingman. The downside is limited availability, as Allo is still building its fiber network.
Is fiber internet available in Kingman?
Allo Fiber is in the process of expanding its network in Kingman. The service is available in some northern reaches of the city and parts of neighboring New Kingman-Butler.
What internet provider has the best coverage in Kingman?
Optimum’s cable network reaches over 90% of Kingman homes, according to FCC data. That’s the broadest coverage of any wired ISP in town.
Source: cnet.com