Who is our top ranked provider in Lake Forest CA? [Updated]

Lake Forest, California Broadband Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Lake Forest, CA 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 Lake Forest 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
1	Cox	Cable, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	91.1%
2	AT&T	DSL, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	57.3%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Lake Forest CA Internet Access Options

Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.

Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Lake Forest are compared to Orange County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to California overall?
Average download speeds in Lake Forest of 42.84 Mbps are faster than the Orange County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for California.

Lake Forest Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Lake Forest is 8.74 Mbps. This is 18.8% faster than the average in California and 24.7% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Lake Forest is 47% faster than the Orange County average and 32.2% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Lake Forest is 8.74 Mbps. This is 13.6% slower than the Orange County average and 24.7% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 98.3% of Orange County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 32.7% of Orange County residents
The average internet download speed in Orange County is 29.15 Mbps based upon 12262528 samples taken in the past year

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 Lake Forest 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 Cox as the top provider for Lake Forest, California.

Who has the fastest internet service in Lake Forest?

Cox and AT&T with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Lake Forest.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Lake Forest, California?

The following zip codes were used: 92610, 92618, 92630, 92676, 92679 and 92691

What is fiber internet service?

Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Lake Forest internet service.

Speed	Devices	Typical Usage
25+ Mbps	1-2 devices	Web browsing Music streaming HD video streaming
100+ Mbps	3-5 devices	Video conferencing 4K video streaming Online gaming
1000+ Mbps	6+ devices	Multiple video or 4K streams Zero latency gaming

How do the internet speeds in Lake Forest compare to other cities in California?

Click through to see how the Lake Forest broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Calimesa, Cherryland, Forest Meadows, Paso Robles, Perris, Pioneer, Zayante

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there are fiber internet providers in Lake Forest - Cox and AT&T.

What is DSL internet service?

DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Lake Forest, California?

Cox provides broadband internet service to 91.1% of Lake Forest.

Lake Forest 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.