Best New Braunfels Internet Service Providers
New Braunfels, 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 New Braunfels. 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 New Braunfels is Spectrum. A summary of all the results:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
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1 | Spectrum | Cable, Fiber | 940 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 99.9% |
2 | AT&T | DSL, Fiber | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 89.7% |
3 | VTX1 | wireless | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100.0% |
4 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
5 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
New Braunfels TX 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 New Braunfels which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:
Broadband Internet Speeds
How does the average download speed for broadband internet in New Braunfels compare to Comal County? The average speed in New Braunfels is 60.9 Mbps which is faster than Comal County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Texas average of 26.81 Mbps.
New Braunfels Internet Access Facts
DSL internet is available to 40.7% of the Comal County population
The average internet download speed in New Braunfels is 60.9 Mbps based upon 299624 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 99.8% of the New Braunfels population
Fiber optic internet is available to 33.4% of New Braunfels residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in New Braunfels, TX providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in New Braunfels is 41.5% faster than the Comal County average and 88% faster 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 New Braunfels 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 New Braunfels, Texas.
Who has the fastest internet service in New Braunfels?
AT&T with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in New Braunfels.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for New Braunfels, Texas?
The following zip codes were used: 78130, 78131, 78132 and 78135
How do the internet speeds in New Braunfels compare to other cities in Texas?
Click through to see how the New Braunfels broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Copperas Cove, Corpus Christi, Dublin, Geronimo, Haskell, Kerrville, White Settlement
Is there fiber internet service near me?
Yes, there are fiber internet providers in New Braunfels - Spectrum and AT&T.
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 New Braunfels, Texas?
VTX1 provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of New Braunfels.
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 New Braunfels internet service.
Speed | Devices | Typical Usage |
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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 |
New Braunfels 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

DISH
- 290+ channels
- Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
- 4 video package tiers
- Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR

Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices

YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons

DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app

fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages