Who is our top ranked provider in Marlow Heights MD? [Updated]

Marlow Heights, Maryland Broadband Internet Service

Marlow Heights, MD 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 Marlow Heights. 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 Marlow Heights 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	99.7%
2	Verizon	Fiber	940 Mbps	880 Mbps	86.7%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Marlow Heights MD Internet Access Options

More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Marlow Heights which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

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 Marlow Heights of 7.19 Mbps are slower than the Prince Georges County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Maryland.

Marlow Heights Internet Access Facts

Fiber optic internet is available to 90.9% of Prince Georges County residents
The average internet download speed in Prince Georges County is 27.98 Mbps based upon 1681184 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Marlow Heights is 0.2% slower than the average in Maryland and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Marlow Heights is 7.19 Mbps. This is 33.5% slower than the Prince Georges County average and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 98.7% of the Marlow Heights population
There are 4 residential internet providers in Marlow Heights, MD 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 Marlow Heights 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 Marlow Heights, Maryland.

Who has the fastest internet service in Marlow Heights?

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

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Marlow Heights, Maryland?

The following zip codes were used: 20744 and 20748

How do the internet speeds in Marlow Heights compare to other cities in Maryland?

Click through to see how the Marlow Heights broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Baden, Fulton, Hughesville, Joppatowne, Potomac, Stevensville, Woodsboro

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Marlow Heights - Verizon.

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 Marlow Heights, Maryland?

Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 99.7% of Marlow Heights.

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 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.

Marlow Heights 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.