Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
Provider | Starting price | Max download speed | Monthly equipment fee |
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Spectrum Internet Read full review | $50 | 300Mbps | $7 (optional) |
T-Mobile Home Internet Read full review | $50 ($40 with eligible phone plans) | 245Mbps | None |
US Cellular | $50 | 195Mbps | None |
Quantum Fiber | $50 | 500Mbps | None |
CenturyLink Read full review | $55 | 140Mbps | None |
Hunter Communications | $60 | 500Mbps | None |
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Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
The best internet deals and top promotions in Medford depend on what discounts are available during a given time. Most deals are short-lived, but we look frequently for the latest offers.
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Medford internet providers, like Spectrum and T-Mobile, may offer lower introductory pricing or streaming add-ons for a limited time. Others, however, like Hunter Communications, run the same standard pricing year-round.
For a more extensive list of promos, check out our guide on the best internet deals.
Plan | Starting price | Max download speed | Max upload speed | Data cap | Connection type |
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Hunter Communications 2.5 Gigs | $120 | 2,500Mbps | 2,500Mbps | None | Fiber |
Spectrum Internet Gig Read full review | $80 | 1,000Mbps | 35Mbps | None | Cable |
Hunter Communications 1 Gig | $80 | 1,000Mbps | 1,000Mbps | None | Fiber |
Quantum Fiber 1 Gig | $75 | 940Mbps | 940Mbps | 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 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? 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.
But 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 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 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.
What’s the best internet service provider in Medford?
The best internet service provider in Medford is Spectrum Internet. You can get 300Mbps for just $50 monthly, 500Mbps for $70 monthly or up to 1,000Mbps for $80 monthly. Spectrum is available to 90% of Medford, according to the FCC, making it a convenient, affordable option with decent speeds for the average household. Keep in mind that Spectrum raises its prices after one to two years, depending on your chosen plan, so your monthly bill will increase. If you have access to either Hunter Communications or Quantum Fiber’s fiber-optic internet plans, you should consider a fiber connection for the same monthly price as Spectrum’s introductory tier.
Is fiber internet available in Medford?
Yes. Approximately 35% of Medford residents are eligible for fiber internet, and if that's you and your address, we can't recommend a better internet service. Hunter Communications and Quantum Fiber both offer fiber internet plans that start at $60 and $50 monthly for 500Mbps, respectively. Hunter Communications tops out at 2,500Mbps for $120 a month, and Quantum Fiber maxes out at 940Mbps for $75 monthly. There are no data caps, monthly equipment fees or contracts.
What is the cheapest internet provider in Medford?
There isn’t necessarily an internet plan in Medford that’s the cheapest, as most plans in the city start at $50 a month. However, some internet providers like T-Mobile offer bundling discounts, while others, like Spectrum, offer low-income household plans at $25 monthly. Check out Oregon’s Lifeline Program to see if your house qualifies for a state discount. Hunter Communications is one internet provider that participates in the program.
Which internet provider in Medford offers the fastest speeds?
Hunter Communications offers the fastest internet speeds in Medford at 2,500Mbps symmetrical download and upload speeds. Our runner-up is Quantum Fiber, with a gig plan at 940Mbps. Spectrum offers 1,000Mbps down / 35Mbps up, making it a worthy competitor. However, the symmetrical upload and download speeds of fiber internet are kind of hard to beat, especially for households with a lot of streamers or gamers.
Source: cnet.com