Who is our top ranked provider in Steep Falls ME? [Updated]

Steep Falls, Maine Broadband Internet Service

Steep Falls, 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 Steep Falls. 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 Steep Falls is Spectrum. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Spectrum	Cable	940 Mbps	35 Mbps	100.0%
2	Consolidated	DSL	50 Mbps	20 Mbps	99.7%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Steep Falls ME 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 Steep Falls 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

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Steep Falls compare to Cumberland County? The average speed in Steep Falls is 32.15 Mbps which is faster than Cumberland County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Maine average of 18.19 Mbps.

Steep Falls Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Steep Falls is 6.98 Mbps. This is 62.7% faster than the Cumberland County average and 39.8% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 99.4% of Cumberland County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 8.3% of Cumberland County residents
The average internet download speed in Cumberland County is 16.13 Mbps based upon 753440 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Steep Falls is 76.7% faster than the average in Maine and 0.8% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Steep Falls is 32.15 Mbps based upon 280 measurements taken in the last 12 months

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 Steep Falls 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 Spectrum as the top provider for Steep Falls, Maine.

Who has the fastest internet service in Steep Falls?

Spectrum with a download speed of 940 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Steep Falls.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Steep Falls, Maine?

The following zip codes were used: 04084 and 04085

What is fiber internet service?

Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Steep Falls internet service.

Speed	Devices	Typical Usage
25+ Mbps	1-2 devices	Web browsing Music streaming HD video streaming
100+ Mbps	3-5 devices	Video conferencing 4K video streaming Online gaming
1000+ Mbps	6+ devices	Multiple video or 4K streams Zero latency gaming

How do the internet speeds in Steep Falls compare to other cities in Maine?

Click through to see how the Steep Falls broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Kittery, Lewiston, Lincoln, Searsport, South Paris, Waldoboro, Winterport

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Most likely there is not. Our latest information shows there are no fiber internet providers offering coverage to more than 15% of the Steep Falls, Maine population.

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 Steep Falls, Maine?

Spectrum provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Steep Falls.

Steep Falls 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.