Who is our top ranked provider in Niwot CO? [Updated]

Niwot, Colorado Broadband Internet Service

Niwot, 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 Niwot. 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 Niwot is Xfinity. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Xfinity	Cable	987 Mbps	35 Mbps	98.5%
2	CenturyLink	DSL	140 Mbps	20 Mbps	39.4%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	Rise Broadband	wireless	50 Mbps	10 Mbps	30.1%
6	Aerux Boardband	wireless	100 Mbps	100 Mbps	20.9%

Niwot CO 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 Niwot 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

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Niwot compare to Boulder County? The average speed in Niwot is 126.57 Mbps which is faster than Boulder County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Colorado average of 27.69 Mbps.

Niwot Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Niwot is 23.97 Mbps. This is 234.8% faster than the Boulder County average and 106.6% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Niwot is 126.57 Mbps based upon 64 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 91.6% of Boulder County residents
Cable internet is available to 98.3% of the Niwot population
Fiber optic internet is available to 62.0% of Boulder County residents
DSL internet is available to 88.0% of Niwot 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 Niwot 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 Xfinity as the top provider for Niwot, Colorado.

How do the internet speeds in Niwot compare to other cities in Colorado?

Click through to see how the Niwot broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Dacono, El Jebel, Frederick, Haxtun, Hayden, Manitou Springs, Sherrelwood

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 6 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Niwot, CO residents.

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 Niwot, Colorado?

The following zip codes were used: 80503 and 80544

Who has the fastest internet service in Niwot?

Xfinity with a download speed of 987 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Niwot.

Niwot 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.