Who is our top ranked provider in Pittsford NY? [Updated]

Pittsford, NY High Speed Internet Service

Pittsford, NY 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 Pittsford. 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 Pittsford 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	100.0%
2	Greenlight Networks	Fiber	1000 Mbps	100 Mbps	92.7%
3	Nysys Wireless	wireless	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100.0%
4	Frontier	DSL	25 Mbps	2 Mbps	70.2%
5	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
6	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Pittsford NY 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

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Pittsford compare to Monroe County? The average speed in Pittsford is 31.98 Mbps which is faster than Monroe County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the New York average of 33.15 Mbps.

Pittsford Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Pittsford is 5.79 Mbps. This is 41.9% slower than the average in New York and 50.1% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Pittsford is 20.2% faster than the Monroe County average and 1.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Pittsford is 5.79 Mbps. This is 35.2% slower than the Monroe County average and 50.1% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 100.0% of Monroe County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 22.6% of Monroe County residents
The average internet download speed in Monroe County is 26.6 Mbps based upon 1443264 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 Pittsford 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 Pittsford, New York.

How do the internet speeds in Pittsford compare to other cities in New York?

Click through to see how the Pittsford broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Brookville, Canton, Floral Park, Ghent, Lakewood, Liberty, Plattekill

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 Pittsford, New York?

The following zip codes were used: 14534

Who has the fastest internet service in Pittsford?

Greenlight Networks with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Pittsford.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Pittsford - Frontier.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

Pittsford 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.