Best The Woodlands Internet Service Providers
The Woodlands, TX 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 The Woodlands. 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 The Woodlands is Xfinity. A summary of all the results:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
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1 | Xfinity | Cable | 987 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 99.1% |
2 | AT&T | DSL, Fiber | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 77.5% |
3 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
4 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
The Woodlands 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 The Woodlands of 80.63 Mbps are faster than the Harris County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for Texas.
The Woodlands Internet Access Facts
The average internet download speed in Harris County is 24.48 Mbps based upon 12916232 samples taken in the past year
The average upload speed in The Woodlands is 80.63 Mbps. This is 894.2% faster than the average in Texas and 595.1% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in The Woodlands is 205.9% faster than the Harris County average and 131.1% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in The Woodlands is 80.63 Mbps. This is 896.7% faster than the Harris County average and 595.1% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 93.9% of Harris County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 53.3% of Harris 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 The Woodlands 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 Xfinity as the top provider for The Woodlands, Texas.
Who has the fastest internet service in The Woodlands?
AT&T with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in The Woodlands.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for The Woodlands, Texas?
The following zip codes were used: 77354, 77375, 77380, 77381, 77382, 77384, 77385 and 77389
What is fiber internet service?
Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.
What internet download speed do I need?
Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new The Woodlands 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 |
How do the internet speeds in The Woodlands compare to other cities in Texas?
Click through to see how the The Woodlands broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Calvert, Elm Creek, Hallsville, Mcallen, Oak Trail Shores, The Woodlands, Winnie
Is there fiber internet service near me?
Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in The Woodlands - 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 The Woodlands, Texas?
Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 99.1% of The Woodlands.
The Woodlands 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.
Xfinity
- 260+ channels
- Award winning voice remote
- Customize your plan
- Watch TV, DVR and OnDemand anywhere with the Xfinity Stream app
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