Internet Providers in Horse Cave, KY

Over 35 people in Horse Cave found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

19% 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

Xfinity

94.97% availability
Xfinity logo

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!

#3

Viasat

95.52% availability
Viasat logo

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#4

Mediacom

36.19% 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.

#5

HughesNet

99.13% 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 Horse Cave, KY

#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 Horse Cave

Xfinity is often the best internet provider in many parts of Horse Cave, where fiber internet is limited or unavailable. Cable internet offers a strong mix of speed and availability, making it a great fit for streaming, gaming, and work-from-home needs. In Horse Cave, you will commonly see plans around 150 Mbps-1 Gbps, with pricing between $40 and $50/mo.

Brandenburg Cellular Corporation 5G home internet is a solid option if cable is not available at your address, or if you want a simpler setup and competitive pricing. It is easy to install, pricing starting at N/A/mo, and can deliver speeds between 12 Mbps and 450 Mbps. Your speeds may vary depending on your address and the signal strength.

Viasat or South Central Telephone Coop may be available if your options are limited in Horse Cave, but speeds may top out around 150 Mbps to 1 Gbps. Neither offer the speeds of fiber internet, but are suitable choices if few others exist.

What is the fastest internet provider in Horse Cave?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Horse Cave, KY, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 19% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps19.00%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps94.97%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps95.52%
MediacomCable / Television / Phone150 Mbps20 Mbps36.19%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps99.13%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Horse Cave?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Horse Cave starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Mediacom offers the next lowest price at $40.00/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Xfinity$50.00+Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
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 Horse Cave?

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

Fiber

67.47%

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

Cable

87.91%

Most widely available wired option. Xfinity covers 94.97%, Mediacom covers 36.19%. Up to 1 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

58.07%

South Central Telephone Coop, max 1 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

99.43%

No contracts or data caps. Brandenburg Cellular Corporation leads at 99.43%. 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 Horse Cave residents.

Horse Cave, KY - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Horse Cave, KY has a total of 7 internet providers including  2 Fiber providers, 2 Cable providers, 1 DSL providers, 1 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Horse Cave, KY by Coverage Area

All 7 internet providers serving Horse Cave by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 4 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Brandenburg Cellular Corporation12 Mbps4 MbpsFixed Wireless99.43%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone99.13%
3.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone95.52%
4.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone94.97%
5.South Central Telephone Coop1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL84.31%
6.Mediacom150 Mbps20 MbpsCable / Television / Phone36.19%
7.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber19.00%

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Horse Cave?

Yes. Horse Cave 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

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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Horse Cave

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Horse Cave, KY, 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 7 internet providers in Horse Cave, KY. 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 Horse Cave, 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 Horse Cave. 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. Horse Cave residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Xfinity Internet Essentials offers up to 75 Mbps for $14.95/month. Mediacom Xtream Connect has 100 Mbps starting at $29.99/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 Horse Cave, 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 Horse Cave. Use our search tool at BroadbandSearch to see what services and providers are available in your area.

The average download speed in Horse Cave is 34 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 Horse Cave, KY.

HughesNet, Viasat, Xfinity, Mediacom, and EarthLink Fiber offer internet in Horse Cave, KY.

  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • Xfinity: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00+/mo.
  • Mediacom: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $40.00/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.

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