Internet Providers in Plainfield, IL

Over 607 people in Plainfield found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

86.6% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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100% Fiber. All the way to your door. $24.95/mo

#2

Xfinity

85.35% availability
Xfinity logo

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2645)

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Comcast customers get access to millions of WiFi hotspots nationwide!

#3

AT&T

86.6% availability
AT&T logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Television / 5G Home Internet
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

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(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

Viasat

95.35% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#5

MetroNet

13.2% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2845)

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MetroNet offers a 100% fiber optic network that gets delivered directly to your home to ensure the fastest speeds.

#6

HughesNet

98.84% 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.

#7

Starlink

97% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite
Speed up to:

400 Mbps

User Review:

(2978)

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Fast Satellite Internet available almost anywhere on Earth.

Television Only Providers in Plainfield, IL

#1DIRECTV

  • Entertainment package: 90+ channels streaming or 175+ via satellite, locals included
  • Two ways to watch: satellite service, or streaming over the internet
  • HBO Max, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, STARZ®, and Cinemax® included free for 3 months
  • On Demand shows and movies, plus unlimited cloud DVR storage on streaming plans
  • Professional installation with satellite, or plug-in self-setup with streaming
Pricing starting at:
$59.99

#2Dish 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

Best Internet Providers in Plainfield

Plainfield's identity as a fast-growing Chicago suburb left a clear split between the old village center and wide new subdivisions. The town is built around Route 59 and the busy commercial corridors, which guided where carriers ran new ducts and coax. Fiber service is widely available in downtown Plainfield and in the newer master-planned subdivisions along Route 59, while neighborhoods on the town's southern edge remain concentrated on cable and DSL. Out near the older streets, people often notice slower uploads and occasional congestion in the evenings, but in the newer tracts symmetrical fiber makes video calls and cloud backups feel seamless.

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Plainfield, 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.

Xfinity cable internet is the next-best option in Plainfield 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.

Blip Networks 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Plainfield. Plans start around $99/mo, with typical speeds around 10 Mbps-30 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Plainfield?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Plainfield, IL, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 86.6% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps86.60%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone2 Gbps1 Gbps85.35%
AT&TFiber / DSL / Television / 5G Home Internet1 Gbps1 Gbps86.60%
MetroNetFiber1 Gbps50 Mbps13.20%
StarlinkSatellite400 Mbps44 Mbps97.00%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps95.35%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps98.84%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Plainfield?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Plainfield starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. MetroNet offers the next lowest price at $49.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Xfinity$50.00+Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
AT&T$55.00Up to 1 GbpsNo1 TB
MetroNet$49.95Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Starlink$55.00Up to 400 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Plainfield?

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

Fiber

15.43%

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

Cable

56.23%

Most widely available wired option. Xfinity covers 85.35%, Cyberonic covers 86.60%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

84.37%

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

5G Wireless

100.00%

No contracts or data caps. Blip Networks leads at 0.06%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps), Starlink (400 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Plainfield residents.

Plainfield, IL - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Plainfield, IL has a total of 18 internet providers including  7 Fiber providers, 2 Cable providers, 4 DSL providers, 9 Fixed Wireless providers and 3 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Plainfield, IL by Coverage Area

All 18 internet providers serving Plainfield 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.Clearsky Systems30 Mbps30 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.84%
3.Starlink400 Mbps44 MbpsSatellite97.00%
4.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone95.35%
5.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber86.60%
6.AT&T1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Television / 5G Home Internet86.60%
7.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless86.60%
8.Xfinity2 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone85.35%
9.Intelligent Computing Solutions10 Mbps2 MbpsFixed Wireless67.55%
10.JAB Broadband15 Mbps3 MbpsFixed Wireless60.61%
11.MetroNet1 Gbps50 MbpsFiber13.20%
12.Global Capacity2 Mbps~DSL0.12%
13.Blip Networks12 Mbps2 MbpsFixed Wireless0.06%
14.Convergence Technologies~~Fixed Wireless~
15.T-Mobile 5G Home Internet~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet~
16.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
17.Zayo Group~~Fiber / Fixed Wireless~
18.Business Only Broadband~~Fixed Wireless~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Plainfield?

Yes. Plainfield 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Plainfield

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Plainfield, IL, 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 18 internet providers in Plainfield, IL. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless 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.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield. 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. Plainfield 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. 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 Plainfield, 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 Plainfield. 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 Plainfield is 135 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 Plainfield, IL.

HughesNet, Starlink, Viasat, EarthLink Fiber, and AT&T offer internet in Plainfield, IL.

  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Starlink: Offers speeds up to 400 Mbps starting at $55.00/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • AT&T: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $55.00/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Plainfield

Plainfield Public Library District
15025 South Illinois Street
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 436-6639

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