Internet Providers in Cheney, KS

Over 940 people in Cheney found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

97.66% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Offer: Upgrade to fiber starting at $39.95/mo

#2

AT&T

97.66% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber / 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.

#3

Brightspeed

82.14% availability
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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.

#4

Cox

81.49% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television
Speed up to:

200 Mbps

User Review:

(2648)

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Take the Cox challenge. The Difference is Clear.

#5

Viasat

98.47% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#6

HughesNet

97.1% 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 Cheney, KS

#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 Cheney

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in most parts of Cheney, if it is available at your address. Fiber internet is one of the fastest and most reliable types of internet and is ideal for remote work, streaming, gaming, and busy households with lots of connected devices. In many areas of Cheney, you will see speed tiers from 6 Mbps to 5 Gbps, with pricing generally in the $39-$99/mo range.

Cox is a solid choice in Cheney, if fiber is not available where you live. Cable internet is widely available in many parts of Cheney and can support most households with speeds up to 200 Mbps and plans starting at $50/mo.

Pixius Communications offers 5G home internet plans starting at $99/mo, and delivers speeds from 4 Mbps to 450 Mbps, depending on your address and signal strength. 5G internet can be a great alternative in many parts of Cheney.

What is the fastest internet provider in Cheney?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Cheney, KS, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 97.66% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps97.66%
AT&TFiber / DSL / Television1 Gbps1 Gbps97.66%
BrightspeedFiber / DSL940 Mbps940 Mbps82.14%
CoxCable / Television200 Mbps20 Mbps81.49%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps98.47%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps97.10%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Cheney?

Brightspeed offers the cheapest internet in Cheney 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
AT&T$55.00Up to 1 GbpsNo1 TB
Brightspeed$39.00Up to 940 MbpsNoUnlimited
Cox$50.00Up to 200 MbpsNo1.28 TB
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Cheney?

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

Cable

81.49%

Most widely available wired option. Cox covers 81.49%, Sumner Communications covers 100.00%. Up to 200 Mbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

97.66%

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. Pixius Communications leads at 100.00%. 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 Cheney residents.

Cheney, KS - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Cheney, KS has a total of 11 internet providers including  3 Cable providers, 5 DSL providers, 4 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Cheney, KS by Coverage Area

All 11 internet providers serving Cheney by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 6 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Pixius Communications10 Mbps4 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
2.KanOkla Networks6 Mbps2 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless100.00%
3.Sumner Communications4 Mbps~Cable / Fixed Wireless100.00%
4.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.47%
5.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber97.66%
6.AT&T1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Television97.66%
7.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless97.66%
8.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone97.10%
9.Brightspeed940 Mbps940 MbpsFiber / DSL82.14%
10.Cox200 Mbps20 MbpsCable / Television81.49%
11.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Cheney?

Yes. Cheney 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

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 Cheney

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Cheney, KS, 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 11 internet providers in Cheney, KS. Residents have a variety of service options, including 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 Cheney, 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 Cheney. 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. Cheney residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. 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 Cheney, 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.

No, 5G home internet is not available in Cheney. Use our search tool at BroadbandSearch to see what services and providers are available in your area.

The average download speed in Cheney is 35 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 Cheney, KS.

Viasat, EarthLink Fiber, AT&T, HughesNet, and Brightspeed offer internet in Cheney, KS.

  • 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.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Brightspeed: Offers speeds up to 940 Mbps starting at $39.00/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Cheney

Cheney Public Library
203 N. Main
Cheney, KS 67025
(316) 542-3331

How We Research Internet Providers

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