Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
The best internet deals and top promotions in Rochester 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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Rochester internet providers, such as Metronet, T-Mobile Home Internet and Verizon 5G Home Internet, may offer lower introductory pricing or streaming add-ons for a limited time. Others, however, including Spectrum, run the same standard pricing year-round.
For a more extensive list of promos, check out our guide on the best internet deals.
Provider | Starting price | Max download speed | Max upload speed | Data cap | Connection type |
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Metronet 1 Gb Read full review | $50 | 1,000Mbps | 1,000Mbps | None | Fiber |
Spectrum Internet Gig Read full review | $70 | 1,000Mbps | 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 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 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 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 is the best internet service provider in Rochester?
Metronet is the best internet service provider in Rochester, offering fast, symmetrical speeds at reasonable prices. That said, Metronet increases prices significantly on all plans.
Is fiber internet available in Rochester?
Yes, fiber internet is available to 74% of Rochester households, according to FCC data. Metronet is the only fiber provider in the city.
What is the cheapest internet provider in Rochester?
Metronet is the cheapest internet provider in Rochester, offering plans starting at just $30 monthly.
Which internet provider in Rochester offers the fastest plan?
Metronet and Spectrum offer the fastest internet plans in Rochester, with download speeds up to 1,000Mbps.
Source: cnet.com