Mystic, CT High Speed Internet Service

Mystic, 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 Mystic. 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 Mystic is Thames Valley Communications. A summary of all the results:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1Thames Valley CommunicationsCable924 Mbps20 Mbps98.8%
2XfinityCable300 Mbps10 Mbps99.8%
3FrontierDSL, Fiber115 Mbps115 Mbps46.2%
4ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
5HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Mystic 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 Mystic have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

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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 Mystic of 4.72 Mbps are slower than the New London County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Connecticut.

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Mystic Internet Access Facts

  • The average download speed in Mystic is 60.9% faster than the New London County average and 38.1% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Mystic is 4.72 Mbps. This is 22.5% slower than the New London County average and 59.3% 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 Mystic is 12.4% faster than the average in Connecticut and 38.1% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

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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 Mystic 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 Mystic, Connecticut.

Who has the fastest internet service in Mystic?

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

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

The following zip codes were used: 06355 and 06378

How do the internet speeds in Mystic compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Click through to see how the Mystic broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Ansonia, Bristol, Colchester, East Haven, Groton, Newtown, Rockville

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.

What is fixed wireless internet service?

Fixed wireless internet is typical used in rural areas where there are no buried telephone or cable lines. An antenna is attached to the home or business which transmits and receives data from access point towers. Download speeds are typically much better than with satellite.

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Mystic, Connecticut?

Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 99.8% of Mystic.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 5 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Mystic, CT 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.




Mystic 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.


Xfinity

  • 260+ channels
  • Award winning voice remote
  • Customize your plan
  • Watch TV, DVR and OnDemand anywhere with the Xfinity Stream app
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DISH

  • 290+ channels
  • Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
  • 4 video package tiers
  • Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
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Hulu Live TV

  • 75+ channels
  • Access to premium Hulu originals
  • Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
  • 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
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YouTube TV

  • 85+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
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DIRECTV stream

  • 140+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network and sports coverage
  • Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
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fuboTV

  • 180+ channels
  • 1000 hours of cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages
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