Internet in Boston at a glance
- Top providers
- Verizon Fios, Xfinity, Astound (RCN), T-Mobile 5G
- Fastest option
- Verizon Fios up to 5 Gig; Xfinity up to 2 Gig
- Cheapest starting price
- Verizon 5G from ~$35/mo; Astound from $30/mo
- Fiber availability
- Verizon Fios fiber ~70-80%; Astound fiber growing
- Connection types
- Fiber, cable, 5G fixed wireless, satellite
In Boston, Verizon Fios is the top pick — symmetrical fiber up to 5 Gig covering ~70-80% of the city with no data caps — while Xfinity is the most widely available (cable ~95%) and Astound (formerly RCN) is a strong independent fiber alternative downtown, with 5G options citywide.
A major tech and education hub, Boston has more options than most cities (fiber reaches ~62%, gigabit ~84%). Verizon Fios leads (symmetrical multi-gig, no caps), Xfinity covers ~95% with cable (the broad option, but with data caps unless you pay for unlimited), and Astound (RCN) is the well-regarded independent third choice (no-contract fiber from $39.99, strongest downtown, Back Bay, and the university belt). No AT&T wired service here. T-Mobile and Verizon 5G round out the options.
📞 Fastest way to get connected in Boston
Availability changes street by street — especially fiber. The quickest way to know exactly what's at your address (and lock in today's promotions) is to call a free advisor at (844) 933-1065. No obligation, and they'll check every provider for your specific Boston address in minutes.
Internet providers available in Boston
Here's a snapshot of the main internet providers serving Boston, Massachusetts. Because availability is address-specific, call (844) 933-1065 to confirm what's at your exact location.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | From* | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon Fios | Fiber | Up to 2 Gig | $50/mo | ~70-80% of the city |
| Xfinity | Cable | Up to 2 Gig | $40/mo | ~95% of the city |
| Astound (RCN) | Cable & Fiber | Up to 1.5 Gig | $30/mo | strongest downtown, Back Bay, and university areas |
| Verizon 5G Home | 5G | Up to 1 Gig | $35/mo | Parts of city |
| T-Mobile 5G Home | 5G | Up to ~415 Mbps | $35/mo | Citywide |
| Satellite (Starlink/Viasat) | Satellite | Up to ~350 Mbps | $50/mo | Everywhere |
*Starting/promotional prices with typical conditions, illustrative and varying by address. Promotions change frequently — confirm current pricing by phone.
Boston provider breakdown
Verizon Fios
The top pick in Boston — Verizon Fios fiber with symmetrical speeds up to 2 Gig, no data caps, no contracts, and Home + Mobile discounts when paired with a Verizon phone plan. Covering ~70-80% of the city.
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A major cable provider in Boston, covering ~95% of the city, with speeds up to 2 Gig and a free mobile line for 12 months with qualifying internet. (1.2 TB data cap in most markets.)
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Astound Broadband (formerly RCN) is a well-regarded independent provider in Boston — strongest downtown, Back Bay, and university areas — with cable and fiber, low intro pricing (from ~$30), no contracts, and a strong customer-service reputation.
📞 Call about Astound (RCN) — (844) 933-1065Verizon 5G Home
A wireless alternative in Boston, from $35/mo with a Verizon mobile plan, plus a multi-year price guarantee and gift-card offers.
📞 Call about Verizon 5G Home — (844) 933-1065T-Mobile 5G Home
Nationwide 5G home internet, available across Boston. $35/mo with AutoPay and a T-Mobile voice line, no contract, no equipment fees, and a 5-year price guarantee.
📞 Call about T-Mobile 5G Home — (844) 933-1065Satellite (Starlink/Viasat)
Available anywhere as a fallback. Rarely the first choice in a well-served city, but an option for addresses wired and 5G providers don't reach. Starlink now offers speeds up to ~350 Mbps with no data caps.
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📞 Call (844) 933-1065Choosing the best internet in Boston
For most Boston households:
- Want the best fiber? Verizon Fios — symmetrical up to 5 Gig, no caps.
- No Fios, or want the most-available + free mobile line? Xfinity (~95%).
- Downtown / Back Bay? Astound (RCN) — no-contract fiber from $39.99.
Note: no AT&T wired service in Boston. Call a free advisor at (844) 933-1065 to check your exact address.
Bundling internet in Boston
In Boston, Verizon's Home + Mobile discount (Fios or 5G with a Verizon phone plan) and Xfinity's free mobile line are the strongest bundles, while Astound offers no-contract fiber. T-Mobile and Verizon customers can bundle their 5G home internet with their phone plans. For the full picture, see our complete bundling guide, internet + mobile, and free mobile line deals.
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Frequently asked questions
Verizon Fios is the top pick (symmetrical fiber up to 5 Gig, ~70-80%, no caps). Xfinity is the most widely available (~95%), and Astound (RCN) is a strong independent fiber alternative downtown. There's no AT&T wired service here. The best for you depends on your exact address — call (844) 933-1065 to check.
Yes — Verizon Fios fiber covers ~70-80% of Boston, and Astound offers fiber downtown. About 62% of the city has fiber access. Confirm for your exact address.
Verizon 5G starts around $35/month, Astound from ~$30-$40, Xfinity from $40, Verizon Fios around $49.99, and T-Mobile 5G around $35. Multi-gig plans cost more. Confirm current rates for your address.
Verizon Fios's Amazon gift-card promos, Verizon's Home + Mobile discount, and Xfinity's free mobile line are standout deals. Call a free advisor to find the best deal for your address.
Yes — Verizon Fios, Astound, T-Mobile 5G, and Verizon 5G all offer no-contract options in Boston. Call to see which reach your home.