Who is our top ranked provider in Seal Beach CA? [Updated]

Best Seal Beach Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Seal Beach, 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 Seal Beach 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	Spectrum	Cable	940 Mbps	35 Mbps	100.0%
2	Frontier	Fiber	115 Mbps	115 Mbps	77.6%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Seal Beach 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

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 Seal Beach of 12.19 Mbps are faster than the Orange County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for California.

Seal Beach Internet Access Facts

Fiber optic internet is available to 77.2% of Seal Beach residents
The average internet download speed in Orange County is 29.15 Mbps based upon 12262528 samples taken in the past year
The average upload speed in Seal Beach is 12.19 Mbps. This is 65.6% faster than the average in California and 5.1% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Seal Beach is 95.2% faster than the Orange County average and 75.6% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Seal Beach is 12.19 Mbps. This is 20.6% faster than the Orange County average and 5.1% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 98.3% of Orange County residents

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 Seal Beach 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 Seal Beach, California.

How do the internet speeds in Seal Beach compare to other cities in California?

Click through to see how the Seal Beach broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Dos Palos, Eastvale, Harbison Canyon, Hidden Valley Lake, Mount Shasta, Plumas Lake, Strathmore

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 Seal Beach, California?

The following zip codes were used: 90720, 90740, 90743 and 92649

Who has the fastest internet service in Seal Beach?

Spectrum with a download speed of 940 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Seal Beach.

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 Seal Beach, California.

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.

Seal Beach 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.