Internet in Philadelphia at a glance
- Top providers
- Verizon Fios, Xfinity, T-Mobile 5G, Verizon 5G
- Fastest option
- Verizon Fios & Xfinity — up to 2 Gig (Fios symmetrical)
- Cheapest starting price
- Verizon 5G from ~$35/mo; Xfinity from $40/mo
- Fiber availability
- Verizon Fios fiber covers ~95% of Philadelphia
- Connection types
- Fiber, cable, 5G fixed wireless, satellite
In Philadelphia, Verizon Fios is the top pick — the area's main fiber connection, covering almost 95% of city addresses with symmetrical speeds up to 2 Gig — while Xfinity (Comcast, headquartered here) is the major cable provider, with 5G alternatives citywide.
Philadelphia is a two-horse race: Verizon Fios fiber (symmetrical up to 2 Gig, ~95% coverage, no caps) and Xfinity cable (up to 2 Gig, but with a 1.2 TB data cap in most markets). Fios is generally the better long-term value and the symmetrical-speed winner; Xfinity remains strong in the ~5% of the city Fios doesn't reach. Verizon 5G is the budget pick at $35.
📞 Fastest way to get connected in Philadelphia
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 Philadelphia address in minutes.
Internet providers available in Philadelphia
Here's a snapshot of the main internet providers serving Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 | ~95% of the city |
| Xfinity | Cable | Up to 2 Gig | $40/mo | most of the city |
| T-Mobile 5G Home | 5G | Up to ~415 Mbps | $35/mo | Citywide |
| Verizon 5G Home | 5G | Up to 1 Gig | $35/mo | Parts of city |
| 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.
Philadelphia provider breakdown
Verizon Fios
The top pick in Philadelphia — 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 ~95% of the city.
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The major cable provider in Philadelphia, covering most 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.)
📞 Call about Xfinity — (844) 933-1065T-Mobile 5G Home
Nationwide 5G home internet, available across Philadelphia. $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) 933-1065Verizon 5G Home
A wireless alternative in Philadelphia, from $35/mo with a Verizon mobile plan, plus a multi-year price guarantee and gift-card offers.
📞 Call about Verizon 5G Home — (844) 933-1065Satellite (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 Philadelphia
For most Philadelphia households:
- Want the best fiber? Verizon Fios — ~95% coverage, symmetrical up to 2 Gig, no caps, better long-term value.
- No Fios, or want the free mobile line? Xfinity covers most of the city (1.2 TB cap in most markets).
- Want budget wireless? Verizon 5G from $35 or T-Mobile 5G.
Call a free advisor at (844) 933-1065 to check your exact Philadelphia address.
Bundling internet in Philadelphia
In Philadelphia, Verizon's Home + Mobile discount (Fios or 5G with a Verizon phone plan) and Xfinity's free mobile line are the strongest bundles. 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 — the area's main fiber, covering ~95% of addresses with symmetrical speeds up to 2 Gig and no caps, and better long-term value than cable. Xfinity is the major cable alternative. The best for you depends on your exact address — call (844) 933-1065 to check.
Yes — Verizon Fios fiber covers almost 95% of Philadelphia with symmetrical speeds up to 2 Gig. EarthLink also offers fiber in parts of the city. Confirm for your exact address.
Verizon 5G starts around $35/month, Xfinity around $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 offers better long-term value than Xfinity (which rises after five years), plus a Home + Mobile discount, while Xfinity bundles a free mobile line. Call a free advisor to find the best deal for your address.
Yes — several providers in Philadelphia offer no-contract plans, including T-Mobile 5G Home, Verizon, and the major fiber and cable providers. Call to see which reach your home.