Best East Millinocket Internet Service Providers

East Millinocket, ME 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 East Millinocket. 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 East Millinocket is Consolidated. A summary of all the results:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1ConsolidatedDSL100 Mbps40 Mbps100.0%
2Bee LineCable125 Mbps8 Mbps95.2%
3ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
4HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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East Millinocket ME Internet Access Options

Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.

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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 East Millinocket of 12.2 Mbps are faster than the Penobscot County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for Maine.

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East Millinocket Internet Access Facts

  • The average download speed in East Millinocket is 219.6% faster than the average in Maine and 79.4% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • DSL internet is available to 55.5% of the Penobscot County population

  • The average internet download speed in East Millinocket is 58.14 Mbps based upon 288 measurements taken in the last 12 months

  • Cable internet is available to 94.4% of the East Millinocket population

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 0.0% of East Millinocket residents

  • There are 4 residential internet providers in East Millinocket, ME providing service to at least 15% of the city

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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 East Millinocket 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 Consolidated as the top provider for East Millinocket, Maine.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for East Millinocket, Maine?

The following zip codes were used: 4430

How do the internet speeds in East Millinocket compare to other cities in Maine?

Click through to see how the East Millinocket broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Bar Harbor, Camden, Kennebunk, Mechanic Falls, Searsport, South Portland, Winterport

Who has the fastest internet service in East Millinocket?

Bee Line with a download speed of 125 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in East Millinocket.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in East Millinocket - Consolidated.

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.

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.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 4 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of East Millinocket, ME residents.

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.




East Millinocket 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.


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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Sling

  • 50+ channels
  • 50 hours of DVR storage
  • No annual contracts
  • Up to 4 simultaneous streams across a wide variety of devices
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