Internet Providers in Mobile, AL

Over 2,922 people in Mobile found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

60.17% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

Windstream

65.12% availability
Windstream logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2717)

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Windstream offers two great high-speed Internet plans that will support all of your online activities.

#3

Xfinity

87.37% availability
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Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2645)

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Comcast customers get access to millions of WiFi hotspots nationwide!

#4

AT&T

60.17% availability

Connection Types:

DSL / Television
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2629)

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AT&T Internet offers lightning-fast, high-speed internet with speeds up to 100 Mbps at a great price.

#5

Brightspeed

94.77% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL
Speed up to:

940 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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We’re a brand-new choice in internet. And we’re on a mission to power your home with reliable internet.

#6

Viasat

63.25% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#7

Mediacom

14.91% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2679)

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Mediacom has a variety of internet plans that can accommodate the needs of each household member and any household.

#8

HughesNet

73.58% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

Television Only Providers in Mobile, AL

#1Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Mobile

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Mobile, it it is available at your address. Fiber internet is the top choice for consistency and speed, making it ideal for remote work and for households with many users and devices. Plans start at 100 Mbps, with pricing ranging between $39 and $99/mo.

Windstream cable internet is the next-best option in Mobile for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 2 Gbps, and pricing often starts around $39.99/mo.

Birch Communications 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Mobile. Plans start around $99/mo, with typical speeds around 1 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Mobile?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Mobile, AL, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 60.17% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps60.17%
WindstreamFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps65.12%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps87.37%
AT&TDSL / Television1 Gbps1 Gbps60.17%
BrightspeedFiber / DSL940 Mbps940 Mbps94.77%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps63.25%
MediacomCable / Television / Phone150 Mbps20 Mbps14.91%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps73.58%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Mobile?

Brightspeed offers the cheapest internet in Mobile starting at $39.00/month with speeds up to 940 Mbps. EarthLink Fiber offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Windstream$39.99Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Xfinity$50.00+Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
AT&T$55.00Up to 1 GbpsNo1 TB
Brightspeed$39.00Up to 940 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
Mediacom$40.00Up to 150 MbpsNo6 TB
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Mobile?

Mobile has 5 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

100.00%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

51.30%

Most widely available wired option. Windstream covers 65.12%, Xfinity covers 87.37%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

60.17%

Windstream, max 2 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

100.00%

No contracts or data caps. Birch Communications leads at 0.02%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Mobile residents.

Mobile, AL - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Mobile, AL has a total of 17 internet providers including  11 Fiber providers, 6 Cable providers, 6 DSL providers, 4 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Mobile, AL by Coverage Area

All 17 internet providers serving Mobile by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 9 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Harbor Communications20 Mbps20 MbpsFiber / Fixed Wireless100.00%
2.Brightspeed940 Mbps940 MbpsFiber / DSL94.77%
3.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone87.37%
4.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone73.58%
5.Windstream2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone65.12%
6.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone63.25%
7.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber60.17%
8.AT&T1 Gbps1 GbpsDSL / Television60.17%
9.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless60.17%
10.Mediacom150 Mbps20 MbpsCable / Television / Phone14.91%
11.eVolve Business Solutions3 Mbps3 MbpsFiber0.25%
12.Birch Communications1 Mbps~Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.02%
13.Benchmark Communications25 Mbps25 MbpsCable~
14.Cspire Wireless6 Mbps~Fiber / Cable~
15.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
16.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
17.Southern Light~~Fiber~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Mobile?

Yes. Mobile residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

Xfinity Internet Essentials

$14.95/month for up to 75 Mbps for qualifying households. Xfinity Internet Essentials includes xFi Gateway (modem + Wi-Fi) and discounted PCs.

Provider Program

AT&T Access

$30/month for up to 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Access from AT&T includes Wi-Fi & installation; no equipment fees or annual contract.

Provider Program

Mediacom Xtream Connect

$29.99/mo for 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Xtream Connect includes free install and Wi-Fi 6 (w/ 5-yr price lock). Equipment fee may apply.

Provider Program

Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist

$20/mo for 200 Mbps fiber for qualifying households. Windstream Kinetic Income Assist has no data caps and includes a modem.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mobile

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Mobile, AL, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 17 internet providers in Mobile, AL. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

Brightspeed offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.00. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in Mobile, with a top download speed of 5 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Mobile. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. Mobile residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Xfinity Internet Essentials offers up to 75 Mbps for $14.95/month. AT&T Access starts at $30/month for up to 100 Mbps. Mediacom Xtream Connect has 100 Mbps starting at $29.99/mo. Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist provides up to 200 Mbps fiber for $20/mo. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in Mobile, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Mobile. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in Mobile is 124 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in Mobile, AL.

Brightspeed, Xfinity, HughesNet, Windstream, and Viasat offer internet in Mobile, AL.

  • Brightspeed: Offers speeds up to 940 Mbps starting at $39.00/mo.
  • Xfinity: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00+/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Windstream: Offers speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $39.99/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Mobile

Chickasaw - Ina Pullen Smallwood Memorial Library
224 Grant Street
Mobile, AL 36611
(251) 452-6465
Dauphin Island Parkway Branch
1924j Dauphin Island Parkway
Mobile, AL 36605
(251) 470-7766
Mobile Public Library
701 Government Street
Mobile, AL 36602
(251) 208-7073
Monte L. Moorer-Springhill Branch
4 Mcgregor Avenue S
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 470-7770
Prichard Public Library
300 West Lovejoy Loop
Mobile, AL 36610
(251) 452-7847
Tillmans Corner Branch
5451 Halls Mill Road, Suite 10
Mobile, AL 36619
(251) 661-4578
Toulminville Branch
2318 St. Stephens Road
Mobile, AL 36617
(251) 438-7075
West Regional Library
5555 Grelot Road
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 640-8550

How We Research Internet Providers

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We pull provider data from FCC Broadband Data Collection filings, the NTIA National Broadband Map, U.S. Census Bureau data, and direct provider disclosures.

Coverage

Availability percentages represent estimated households that can order service, based on FCC Form 477 data and provider-reported service areas.

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