Watertown, CT High Speed Internet Service
Watertown, CT has a total of 4 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 4 internet service options in Watertown. 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 Watertown is Optimum. A summary of all the results:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
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1 | Optimum | Cable, Fiber | 10000 Mbps | 10000 Mbps | 99.7% |
2 | Frontier | DSL, Fiber | 115 Mbps | 115 Mbps | 100.0% |
3 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
4 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Watertown 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 Watertown 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
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 Watertown of 8.69 Mbps are faster than the Litchfield County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Connecticut.
Watertown Internet Access Facts
The average download speed in Watertown is 19.2% faster than the Litchfield County average and 37.6% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Watertown is 8.69 Mbps. This is 15.9% faster than the Litchfield County average and 25.1% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 99.1% of Litchfield County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 7.2% of Litchfield County residents
The average internet download speed in Litchfield County is 37.41 Mbps based upon 414800 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Watertown is 12% faster than the average in Connecticut and 37.6% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
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 Watertown 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 Optimum as the top provider for Watertown, Connecticut.
How do the internet speeds in Watertown compare to other cities in Connecticut?
Click through to see how the Watertown broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Canton Valley, Chester Center, Clinton, Coventry Lake, Durham, Old Mystic, Waterbury
How many broadband service providers are there near me?
Currently there are 4 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Watertown, 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.
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 Watertown, Connecticut?
The following zip codes were used: 06779 and 06795
Who has the fastest internet service in Watertown?
Optimum with a download speed of 10000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Watertown.
Watertown 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.
Optimum
- 410+ channels
- Voice activated remote control
- Customize your plan
- Optimum entertainment experience available on the new Apple TV in 4K
DISH
- 290+ channels
- Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
- 4 video package tiers
- Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages