Summit, AZ High Speed Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 6 choices for service in Summit, AZ that meet this minimum speed threshold. Of course, many households will find this minimum speed is not sufficient for their needs, especially if they often have multiple downloads occurring simultaneously.
We aim to help you find the best choice when shopping for high speed internet service in Summit by using our ranking algorithm that takes into consideration the upload speed, download speed, coverage area and overall value. A summary of our results is as follows:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1Triad Wirelesswireless300 Mbps50 Mbps100.0%
2Bluespan Wirelesswireless50 Mbps10 Mbps100.0%
3Simply Bitswireless25 Mbps7 Mbps100.0%
4CenturyLinkDSL, Fiber100 Mbps20 Mbps53.7%
5ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
6HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Summit AZ Internet Access Options

When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Summit have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

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Broadband Internet Speeds

For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Summit of 7.19 Mbps are faster than the Pima County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for Arizona.

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Summit Internet Access Facts

  • The average internet download speed in Pima County is 16.9 Mbps based upon 2288416 samples taken in the past year

  • The average upload speed in Summit is 7.19 Mbps. This is 26.8% faster than the average in Arizona and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • The average download speed in Summit is 91.1% faster than the Pima County average and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Summit is 7.19 Mbps. This is 54% faster than the Pima County average and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 88.8% of Pima County residents

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 17.9% of Pima County residents

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Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Summit residents who have access to each of these technology types.


Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Triad Wireless as the top provider for Summit, Arizona.

Who has the fastest internet service in Summit?

Triad Wireless with a download speed of 300 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Summit.

How do the internet speeds in Summit compare to other cities in Arizona?

Click through to see how the Summit broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Centennial Park, Fort Mohave, New River, Oro Valley, Pirtleville, Quartzsite, Williamson

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Summit, Arizona?

Triad Wireless, Bluespan Wireless and Simply Bits provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Summit.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 6 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Summit, AZ residents.

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

What is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Summit, Arizona?

The following zip codes were used: 85756




Summit Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.


DISH

  • 290+ channels
  • Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
  • 4 video package tiers
  • Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
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Hulu Live TV

  • 75+ channels
  • Access to premium Hulu originals
  • Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
  • 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
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YouTube TV

  • 85+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
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DIRECTV stream

  • 140+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network and sports coverage
  • Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
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fuboTV

  • 180+ channels
  • 1000 hours of cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages
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Sling

  • 50+ channels
  • 50 hours of DVR storage
  • No annual contracts
  • Up to 4 simultaneous streams across a wide variety of devices
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