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Need to check your Internet speed? Our one-click speed test reveals your web connection’s upload speed, download speed, and ping.

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Analyze providers and plans to compare features and select the optimal speed for your household. We make it easy to assess your Internet speed by state and choose the best local provider.

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Let us do the heavy lifting. With a few simple clicks or a phone call, Bandwidth Place can connect you with the perfect provider for your Internet service needs.

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Run the Speed Test & Get High-Speed Internet Service

At Bandwidth Place, we put the power of the Internet in your hands. Discover how efficiently your Internet is running with a quick and easy speed test. Internet service providers guarantee “up to” a certain speed in optimal circumstances, but an Internet speed test will give you more precise insight.

Unimpressed with your Internet speed test results? Bandwidth Place is partnered up with top U.S. Internet providers to help you find the best high-speed broadband service in your area and compare plans to ensure you get the best bang for your buck.

How much does fast Internet speed service cost?

Your Internet speed is dependent on a few different determining factors: your ISP, service tier, and whether or not your Internet is bundled with other products (i.e., cable or satellite TV, digital phone, etc.). While higher tiers generally offer higher speeds, the type of Internet service also influences your final speed, bandwidth, and overall cost.

What is the fastest Internet provider in my area?

The fastest ISP in your area depends on the number of providers and the types of service they offer. In short, competition works in your favor. Traditionally, fiber-optic Internet providers offer significant advantages over other types, like cable, DSL, and satellite. However, figuring out what ISP is fastest ultimately comes down to your geographical location.

At Bandwidth Place, we can help you find the fastest Internet provider in your area.

Simply Enter Your ZIP Code or give us a call at 800-990-0017 and we’ll show what’s available in your location.

Discover Internet Providers Available in Your State

At Bandwidth Place, our goal is to simplify the process of finding the best internet provider in your area. Using our search tool, you can quickly and efficiently browse all ISPs providing coverage in your city—just enter your zip code.

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Partnered up with top U.S. internet service providers, our extensive database is designed to help you find the ultimate provider and plan for your home or business.

What are the different types and
technologies of Internet service?

There are multiple technologies used for Internet access. Here is an overview of the most widely used.

Cable Internet

Cable service is the most popular and successful form of high-speed Internet in the U.S. The vast majority of American cities and communities offer cable TV service, and as a result, these locales typically also provide broadband service. Harness some of the fastest download speeds on the market with speeds measuring up to 100 Mbps, nearly five times faster than DSL.

To check your cable Internet speed, check out our Fast Broadband Internet Speed Test.

Fiber Optic Internet

Fiber optic Internet is a type of web connection that transfers data via fiber optic cables. Through the use of these futuristic cables, data travels longer distances and holds the signals intact throughout. Data gets transmitted using light, effectively accelerating Internet speeds beyond what you’d expect from cable or DSL providers. Fiber optic Internet is the perfect solution for heavy Internet users including gamers, video streamers, and those operating out of a home office.

To test the download and upload speeds on your high-speed fiber connection, use our Fiber Speed Test.

Fixed Wireless Internet

Users in need of on-the-go high-speed Internet are best served by a mobile Internet service. This type of Internet service is typically provided through a cellular telephone service provider’s data plan. Serving as your gateway to WiFi freedom, mobile Internet service allows you to work and play virtually anywhere in the world. No matter where you are, you can count on impressive speeds and reliable connectivity.

Assess your WiFi and Mobile Internet speed using our Mobile and WiFi Speed Test.

Satellite Internet

Satellite Internet connects you to the web using 3 satellite dishes; one at the Internet service provider’s hub, one suspended in space, and one fixed to your property. This effectively eliminates the need for in-ground cables while increasing Internet accessibility in rural areas. In fact, satellite is often the sole option for wireless Internet in most remote areas.

To do a satellite Internet speed check, run our Satellite Internet Upload and Download Speed Tester.

DSL Internet

DSL Internet service reigns as one of the most popular and widely available forms of Internet access in the U.S. Generally available through ISPs wherever telephone landlines are run, DSL is lauded for its reliability, affordability, and top speed performance. Subscribers can expect download speeds of up to 20 Mbps, which makes everything from gaming to video streaming a total breeze.

Check out our DSL Internet Speed Test Tool to evaluate the effectiveness of your DSL Internet connection.