Pocatello, ID High Speed Internet Service
Pocatello, ID has a total of 8 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 8 internet service options in Pocatello. 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 Pocatello is Sparklight. A summary of all the results:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Sparklight | Cable | 1000 Mbps | 50 Mbps | 97.2% |
2 | CenturyLink | DSL, Fiber | 940 Mbps | 940 Mbps | 64.9% |
3 | Rise Broadband | wireless | 50 Mbps | 10 Mbps | 100.0% |
4 | Fybercom | wireless | 40 Mbps | 10 Mbps | 99.8% |
5 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
6 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
7 | Safelink Internet | wireless | 25 Mbps | 5 Mbps | 33.5% |
8 | Affinity Technology Solutions | wireless | 100 Mbps | 100 Mbps | 22.4% |
Pocatello ID 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 Pocatello 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 Pocatello of 5.96 Mbps are faster than the Bannock County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for Idaho.
Pocatello Internet Access Facts
The average download speed in Pocatello is 2.6% faster than the average in Idaho and 36.5% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 46.8% of the Bannock County population
The average internet download speed in Pocatello is 20.59 Mbps based upon 107264 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 96.9% of the Pocatello population
Fiber optic internet is available to 31.6% of Pocatello residents
There are 8 residential internet providers in Pocatello, ID providing service to at least 15% of the city
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 Pocatello 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 Sparklight as the top provider for Pocatello, Idaho.
How do the internet speeds in Pocatello compare to other cities in Idaho?
Click through to see how the Pocatello broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Glenns Ferry, Hayden, Mccall, Meridian, Moscow, Post Falls, St Maries
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 Pocatello, Idaho?
The following zip codes were used: 83201, 83202, 83204, 83205, 83206 and 83209
Who has the fastest internet service in Pocatello?
Sparklight with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Pocatello.
Is there DSL internet service near me?
Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Pocatello - CenturyLink.
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.
Pocatello 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.
Sparklight
- 100+ channels
- 200 hours of cloud DVR
- 2 TV plans
- No cable box required. Streams on Amazon Fire, Apple TV, Google-powered smart TVs or similiar
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