Who is our top ranked provider in Gales Ferry CT? [Updated]

Gales Ferry, Connecticut Broadband Internet Service

Gales Ferry, CT has a total of 5 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 5 internet service options in Gales Ferry. 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 Gales Ferry is Thames Valley Communications. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Thames Valley Communications	Cable	924 Mbps	20 Mbps	100.0%
2	Xfinity	Cable	300 Mbps	10 Mbps	100.0%
3	Frontier	DSL	70 Mbps	3 Mbps	71.5%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Gales Ferry CT 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 Gales Ferry 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 Gales Ferry compare to New London County? The average speed in Gales Ferry is 26.79 Mbps which is slower than New London County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Connecticut average of 39.79 Mbps.

Gales Ferry Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Gales Ferry is 5.5 Mbps. This is 9.7% slower than the New London County average and 52.6% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 98.8% of New London County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 12.3% of New London County residents
The average internet download speed in New London County is 27.81 Mbps based upon 482896 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Gales Ferry is 32.7% slower than the average in Connecticut and 17.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Gales Ferry is 26.79 Mbps based upon 1288 measurements taken in the last 12 months

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 Gales Ferry 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 Thames Valley Communications as the top provider for Gales Ferry, Connecticut.

Who has the fastest internet service in Gales Ferry?

Thames Valley Communications with a download speed of 924 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Gales Ferry.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Gales Ferry, Connecticut?

The following zip codes were used: 6335

What is fiber internet service?

Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Gales Ferry internet service.

Speed	Devices	Typical Usage
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 Gales Ferry compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Click through to see how the Gales Ferry broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Gales Ferry, North Grosvenor Dale, Old Greenwich, Oxoboxo River, Rockville, Shelton, Woodmont

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Most likely there is not. Our latest information shows there are no fiber internet providers offering coverage to more than 15% of the Gales Ferry, Connecticut population.

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 Gales Ferry, Connecticut?

Thames Valley Communications and Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Gales Ferry.

Gales Ferry 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.