Who is our top ranked provider in Tiverton RI? [Updated]

Tiverton, Rhode Island Broadband Internet Service

There are a total of 3 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Tiverton, Rhode Island and meet the minimum accepted broadband definition of 25 Mbps download speed. Our proprietary ranking calculation takes into account different aspects of useable download speed, upload speed and coverage area. For example, an increase of 100 Mbps download speed from 200 Mbps to 300 Mbps is much more significant for users than an increase from 1000 Mbps to 1100Mpbs. Also, for nearly all users download speed is much more important than upload speed. Our ranked ordering of internet service providers in Tiverton:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Cox	Cable	1000 Mbps	35 Mbps	99.8%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Tiverton RI 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 Tiverton 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 Tiverton compare to Newport County? The average speed in Tiverton is 28.04 Mbps which is faster than Newport County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Rhode Island average of 36.8 Mbps.

Tiverton Internet Access Facts

The average download speed in Tiverton is 67.9% faster than the Newport County average and 13.5% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Tiverton is 3.27 Mbps. This is 2.4% slower than the Newport County average and 71.8% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 96.4% of Newport County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 0.0% of Newport County residents
The average internet download speed in Newport County is 16.7 Mbps based upon 207448 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Tiverton is 23.8% slower than the average in Rhode Island and 13.5% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

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 Tiverton 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 Cox as the top provider for Tiverton, Rhode Island.

Who has the fastest internet service in Tiverton?

Cox with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Tiverton.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Tiverton, Rhode Island?

The following zip codes were used: 2878

How do the internet speeds in Tiverton compare to other cities in Rhode Island?

Click through to see how the Tiverton broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Ashaway, Bradford, Central Falls, Hope Valley, Newport, Valley Falls, Woonsocket

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 Tiverton, Rhode Island?

Cox provides broadband internet service to 99.8% of Tiverton.

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.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Tiverton 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

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Tiverton, Rhode Island.

Tiverton 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.