Bluffton, South Carolina Broadband Internet Service

Bluffton, SC 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 Bluffton. 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 Bluffton is Hargray Communications Group. A summary of all the results:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1Hargray Communications GroupCable, DSL, Fiber1000 Mbps50 Mbps97.5%
2SpectrumCable, Fiber940 Mbps35 Mbps71.1%
3ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
4HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Bluffton SC 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 Bluffton which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

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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 Bluffton of 11.82 Mbps are faster than the Beaufort County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for South Carolina.

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Bluffton Internet Access Facts

  • The average upload speed in Bluffton is 11.82 Mbps. This is 51.9% faster than the average in South Carolina and 1.9% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • The average download speed in Bluffton is 223.6% faster than the Beaufort County average and 119.6% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Bluffton is 11.82 Mbps. This is 200.8% faster than the Beaufort County average and 1.9% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 92.1% of Beaufort County residents

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 52.7% of Beaufort County residents

  • The average internet download speed in Beaufort County is 21.99 Mbps based upon 404616 samples taken in the past year

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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 Bluffton 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 Hargray Communications Group as the top provider for Bluffton, South Carolina.

Who has the fastest internet service in Bluffton?

Hargray Communications Group with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Bluffton.

How do the internet speeds in Bluffton compare to other cities in South Carolina?

Click through to see how the Bluffton broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: City View, Great Falls, Judson, Mauldin, Mullins, Port Royal, Travelers Rest

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Bluffton, South Carolina?

Hargray Communications Group provides broadband internet service to 97.5% of Bluffton.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 4 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Bluffton, SC 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.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Bluffton, South Carolina?

The following zip codes were used: 29909, 29910 and 29927




Bluffton 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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