Montrose, Colorado Broadband Internet Service
Montrose, CO has a total of 6 options for high speed internet providers that meet the minimum broadband download speed of 25 Mbps. It can be understandably confusing when trying to determine which of these broadband providers to choose. Hopefully we can eliminate some of the guesswork for you by applying our ranking algorithm to those 6 internet service options in Montrose. The calculation we perform considers the download connection speed, upload connection speed, population covered and overall value provided by each company. Based upon that calculation, our top choice for Montrose is Spectrum. A summary of all the results:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Spectrum | Cable | 940 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 97.1% |
2 | Delta Montrose Electric Association | Fiber | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 73.7% |
3 | Rise Broadband | wireless | 50 Mbps | 10 Mbps | 100.0% |
4 | Mountain Broadband Networks | wireless | 25 Mbps | 25 Mbps | 100.0% |
5 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
6 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Montrose CO Internet Access Options
More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Montrose which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:
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 Montrose of 6.21 Mbps are faster than the Montrose County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Colorado.
Montrose Internet Access Facts
The average download speed in Montrose is 28.6% faster than the Montrose County average and 42.9% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Montrose is 6.21 Mbps. This is 16.9% faster than the Montrose County average and 46.5% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 59.6% of Montrose County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 57.8% of Montrose County residents
The average internet download speed in Montrose County is 14.39 Mbps based upon 78176 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Montrose is 33.2% slower than the average in Colorado and 42.9% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
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 Montrose 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 Spectrum as the top provider for Montrose, Colorado.
How do the internet speeds in Montrose compare to other cities in Colorado?
Click through to see how the Montrose broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Aspen, Battlement Mesa, Castle Rock, Dillon, Frisco, Ridgway, Superior
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 Montrose, Colorado?
The following zip codes were used: 81401, 81402 and 81403
Who has the fastest internet service in Montrose?
Delta Montrose Electric Association with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Montrose.
Is there DSL internet service near me?
Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Montrose, Colorado.
Montrose 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.
Spectrum
- 125+ channels
- Flexible packages
- 85,000 OnDemand titles
- All plans feature sports, breaking news, movies plus Spectrum Originals
DISH
- 290+ channels
- Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
- 4 video package tiers
- Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages