Internet Providers in Torrance, CA

Over 2,205 people in Torrance found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

54.27% 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

Spectrum

99.99% availability
Spectrum logo

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2713)

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Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets. Sign up today to enjoy the best in-home entertainment.

#3

AT&T

54.27% availability
AT&T logo

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.

#4

Cox

0.24% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television
Speed up to:

300 Mbps

User Review:

(2648)

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Take the Cox challenge. The Difference is Clear.

#5

Viasat

62.15% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#6

Frontier

61% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / Phone
Speed up to:

7 Gbps

User Review:

(2641)

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Exclusive offer for qualified addresses. For new residential Internet customers only. Max speeds are wired, Fiber 1 Gig location dependent. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds vary. Max speed capable range for Fiber 500 (450-500 Mbps download/upload), Fiber 1 Gig (846-1000 Mbps download, 792-1000 Mbps upload), Fiber 2 Gig (1800-2000 Mbps download/upload) and requires 2 Gbps capable devices and wiring. Fiber 5 Gig (4500-5000) and requires 5 Gbps capable devices and wiring. Fiber 7 Gig (up to 7000) and requires 7 Gbps capable devices and wiring. Performance details: frontier.com/internetdisclosures. Requires Auto Pay or $10/mo fee applies. Printed bill available for $2.99/mo. Fee does not apply to select customers. $50 expert installation fee applies. A $50 equipment restocking fee per household applies when Internet is disconnected. A fee up to $150 per device for Fiber 500, 1 Gig, and 2 Gig, and up to $400 for Fiber 5 Gig and Fiber 7 Gig also applies if equipment is not returned. Other applicable charges and additional services are extra. Subject to availability. Price and terms subject to change. Cannot be combined with other offers. Other restrictions, Frontier policies and service terms apply.

Save $10/mo with auto-pay. Get no data caps, no annual commitment, free installation, and a Wi-Fi router included.

#7

Sonic

4.48% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL
Speed up to:

80 Mbps

User Review:

(2753)

We're Building a Better Internet.

#8

HughesNet

69.27% 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 Torrance, CA

#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 Torrance

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Torrance, 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 $39.95 and $99/mo.

Spectrum cable internet is the next-best option in Torrance for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 2 Gbps, and pricing often starts around $50/mo.

Cyberonic 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Torrance. Plans start around $99/mo, with typical speeds around 11 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Torrance?

Frontier is the fastest internet provider in Torrance, CA, with download speeds up to 7 Gbps and upload speeds up to 7 Gbps — available to 61% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
FrontierFiber / Phone7 Gbps7 Gbps61.00%
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps54.27%
SpectrumCable / Television / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps99.99%
AT&TDSL / Television1 Gbps1 Gbps54.27%
CoxCable / Television300 Mbps30 Mbps0.24%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps62.15%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps69.27%
SonicFiber / DSL80 Mbps12 Mbps4.48%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Torrance?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Torrance starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Sonic offers the next lowest price at $40.00/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
Frontier$49.99Up to 7 GbpsNoUnlimited
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Spectrum$50.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
AT&T$55.00Up to 1 GbpsNo1 TB
Cox$50.00Up to 300 MbpsNo1.28 TB
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB
Sonic$40.00Up to 80 MbpsNoUnlimited

What type of internet connection is best in Torrance?

Torrance has 4 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

39.94%

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

Cable

99.99%

Most widely available wired option. Spectrum covers 99.99%, Cox covers 0.24%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

91.38%

AT&T, max 1 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

Satellite

100.00%

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

Torrance, CA - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Torrance, CA has a total of 16 internet providers including  8 Fiber providers, 3 Cable providers, 6 DSL providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Torrance, CA by Coverage Area

All 16 internet providers serving Torrance by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 8 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Spectrum2 Gbps2 GbpsCable / Television / Phone99.99%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone69.27%
3.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone62.15%
4.Frontier7 Gbps7 GbpsFiber / Phone61.00%
5.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber54.27%
6.AT&T1 Gbps1 GbpsDSL / Television54.27%
7.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless54.27%
8.Global Capacity8 Mbps1 MbpsDSL16.79%
9.Sonic80 Mbps12 MbpsFiber / DSL4.48%
10.Cox300 Mbps30 MbpsCable / Television0.24%
11.Cogent Communications~~Fiber~
12.CyberNet Communications~~Fiber~
13.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
14.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
15.Zayo Group~~Fiber / Fixed Wireless~
16.Skyriver~~Fixed Wireless~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Torrance?

Yes. Torrance 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

Spectrum Internet Assist

$25/month for 50 Mbps for qualifying households. Spectrum Internet Assist includes a modem and Security Suite (some may qualify for $15/mo).

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

Cox Communications Connect2Compete

$9.95/mo for up to 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Cox Communications Connect2Compete includes Wi-Fi modem & EasyConnect self-install.

Frequently Asked Questions about Torrance

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Torrance, CA, 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 16 internet providers in Torrance, CA. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL and satellite.

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.95. 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.

Frontier has the fastest speeds in Torrance, with a top download speed of 7 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 Torrance. 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. Torrance residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Spectrum Internet Assist provides 50 Mbps for $25/month. AT&T Access starts at $30/month for up to 100 Mbps. Cox Communications Connect2Compete offers $9.95/mo for up to 100 Mbps. 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 Torrance, 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 Torrance. 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 Torrance is 77 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 Torrance, CA.

Spectrum, HughesNet, Viasat, Frontier, and EarthLink Fiber offer internet in Torrance, CA.

  • Spectrum: Offers speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • Frontier: Offers speeds up to 7 Gbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Torrance

El Retiro Branch Library
126 Vista Del Parque
Torrance, CA 90504
(310) 375-0922
Harbor Gateway-Harbor City Branch
1555 W. Sepulveda Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 548-7791
Henderson Branch Library
4805 Emerald St.
Torrance, CA 90504
(310) 371-2075
Katy Geissert Civic Center Library
3301 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90504
(310) 618-5950
North Torrance Branch Library
3604 W. Artesia Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90504
(310) 323-7200
Southeast Branch Library
23115 S. Arlington
Torrance, CA 90504
(310) 530-5044
Torrance Public Library
3301 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 618-5950
Walteria Branch Library
3815 W. 242nd St.
Torrance, CA 90504
(310) 375-8418

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