Best Portage Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 6 choices for service in Portage, OH that meet this minimum speed threshold. Of course, many households will find this minimum speed is not sufficient for their needs, especially if they often have multiple downloads occurring simultaneously.
We aim to help you find the best choice when shopping for high speed internet service in Portage by using our ranking algorithm that takes into consideration the upload speed, download speed, coverage area and overall value. A summary of our results is as follows:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1SpectrumCable940 Mbps35 Mbps100.0%
2CenturyLinkDSL60 Mbps5 Mbps96.9%
3Amplex Electricwireless25 Mbps3 Mbps100.0%
4ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
5HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
6Defiance Holdingswireless50 Mbps5 Mbps35.1%
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Portage OH 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 Portage have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

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Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Portage are compared to Wood County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Ohio overall?
Average download speeds in Portage of 15.1 Mbps are slower than the Wood County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for Ohio.

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Portage Internet Access Facts

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 0.0% of Portage residents

  • The average internet download speed in Wood County is 23.35 Mbps based upon 234448 samples taken in the past year

  • The average upload speed in Portage is 4.45 Mbps. This is 43.5% slower than the average in Ohio and 61.6% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • The average download speed in Portage is 35.3% slower than the Wood County average and 53.4% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Portage is 4.45 Mbps. This is 4.5% faster than the Wood County average and 61.6% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 92.0% of Wood County residents

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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 Portage 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 Portage, Ohio.

Who has the fastest internet service in Portage?

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

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Portage, Ohio?

The following zip codes were used: 43433, 43451, 43452, 45840, 45858, 45872 and 45889

How do the internet speeds in Portage compare to other cities in Ohio?

Click through to see how the Portage broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Brookfield Center, Elida, Fremont, Loudonville, Miamisburg, North Randall, Sixteen Mile Stand

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.

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Portage, Ohio?

Spectrum and Amplex Electric provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Portage.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 6 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Portage, OH 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.




Portage 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.


Spectrum

  • 125+ channels
  • Flexible packages
  • 85,000 OnDemand titles
  • All plans feature sports, breaking news, movies plus Spectrum Originals
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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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