Who is our top ranked provider in Hart TX? [Updated]

Best Hart Internet Service Providers

Hart, TX has a total of 5 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 5 internet service options in Hart. 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 Hart is Windstream. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Windstream	DSL, Fiber	200 Mbps	200 Mbps	100.0%
2	Plains Internet	wireless	50 Mbps	10 Mbps	100.0%
3	AMA Communicaitons	wireless	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100.0%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Hart TX 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.

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 Hart of 1.79 Mbps are slower than the Castro County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Texas.

Hart Internet Access Facts

Fiber optic internet is available to 8.0% of Hart residents
The average internet download speed in Castro County is 8.68 Mbps based upon 5336 samples taken in the past year
The average upload speed in Hart is 1.79 Mbps. This is 77.9% slower than the average in Texas and 84.6% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Hart is 16.2% slower than the Castro County average and 77.6% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Hart is 1.79 Mbps. This is 25.7% slower than the Castro County average and 84.6% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 44.8% of Castro County residents

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 Hart 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 Windstream as the top provider for Hart, Texas.

How do the internet speeds in Hart compare to other cities in Texas?

Click through to see how the Hart broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Aledo, Corpus Christi, Crandall, Fairview, Mason, Pilot Point, Wink

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 Hart, Texas?

The following zip codes were used: 79043

Who has the fastest internet service in Hart?

Windstream with a download speed of 200 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Hart.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Hart - Windstream.

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.

Hart 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.