Best Pompton Lakes Internet Service Providers
Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 3 choices for service in Pompton Lakes, NJ 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 Pompton Lakes 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 |
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1 | Optimum | Cable, Fiber | 10000 Mbps | 10000 Mbps | 99.9% |
2 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
3 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Pompton Lakes NJ 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 Pompton Lakes have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:
Broadband Internet Speeds
Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Pompton Lakes are compared to Passaic County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to New Jersey overall?
Average download speeds in Pompton Lakes of 45.61 Mbps are faster than the Passaic County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for New Jersey.
Pompton Lakes Internet Access Facts
The average download speed in Pompton Lakes is 58.4% faster than the average in New Jersey and 40.8% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 0.6% of the Passaic County population
The average internet download speed in Pompton Lakes is 45.61 Mbps based upon 24504 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 99.2% of the Pompton Lakes population
Fiber optic internet is available to 0.0% of Pompton Lakes residents
There are 3 residential internet providers in Pompton Lakes, NJ providing service to at least 15% of the city
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 Pompton Lakes 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 Optimum as the top provider for Pompton Lakes, New Jersey.
Who has the fastest internet service in Pompton Lakes?
Optimum with a download speed of 10000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Pompton Lakes.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Pompton Lakes, New Jersey?
The following zip codes were used: 7442
What internet download speed do I need?
Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Pompton Lakes internet service.
Speed | Devices | Typical Usage |
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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 Pompton Lakes compare to other cities in New Jersey?
Click through to see how the Pompton Lakes broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Absecon, Barnegat, Englewood, Mount Arlington, Sea Isle City, Voorhees, West New York
Is there fiber internet service near me?
Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Pompton Lakes - Optimum.
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 Pompton Lakes, New Jersey?
Optimum provides broadband internet service to 99.9% of Pompton Lakes.
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.
Pompton Lakes 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.
Optimum
- 410+ channels
- Voice activated remote control
- Customize your plan
- Optimum entertainment experience available on the new Apple TV in 4K
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