Internet Providers in Crete, NE

Over 108 people in Crete found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

Spectrum

73.53% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

7 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.

#2

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability
Earthlink 5G Home Internet logo

Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#3

Viasat

97.03% availability
Viasat logo

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#4

Windstream

75.03% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2717)

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The Kinetic Promise™ delivers reliable internet for real life.

#5

HughesNet

97.52% 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.

#6

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 Crete, NE

#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 Crete

Crete grew up around the railroad and Doane University. The north–south rail corridor and a tight downtown grid keep development clustered and make it cost-effective for providers to run lines along a few main streets. Fiber service is concentrated around downtown Crete and the Doane University campus, while rural parcels and the subdivisions off State Highway 33 remain primarily on cable or satellite. When you head out past the main roads, fixed wireless and 5G options fill gaps but speeds and upload capacity step down, so streaming, videoconferencing and cloud backups can feel noticeably different from one neighborhood to the next.

Spectrum or Windstream might be available for you, and is often the best choice for speed and reliability, especially for video calls, cloud backups, and multi-user streaming. The best internet providers in Crete will depend on what is available at your address, but consider fiber internet first. If fiber is not available, look at cable internet and then 5G home internet. Fiber plans offer speeds up to 7 Gbps, with starting prices around $30/mo in many areas.

Spectrum provides cable internet and is the next-best pick in Crete, if fiber is not an option. Cable can deliver fast download speeds (up to 7 Gbps) and is more widely available, with plans starting at $30/mo.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet wireless plans can be a strong alternative, if you want something plug-and-play, particularly if you are in a well-covered part of Crete. Pricing often starts around $39.95/mo, and speeds can reach up to 100 Mbps, depending on network conditions and location. If your address has limited options, Windstream or Viasat may be available in your area.

What is the fastest internet provider in Crete?

Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Crete, NE, with download speeds up to 7 Gbps and upload speeds up to 2 Gbps — available to 73.53% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
SpectrumFiber / Cable / Television / Phone7 Gbps2 Gbps73.53%
WindstreamFiber / DSL / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps75.03%
StarlinkSatellite400 Mbps44 Mbps97.00%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps97.03%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet100 Mbps55 Mbps86.10%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps97.52%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Crete?

Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in Crete starting at $30.00/month with speeds up to 7 Gbps. Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
Spectrum$30.00Up to 7 GbpsNoUnlimited
Windstream$39.99Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Starlink$55.00Up to 400 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
Earthlink 5G Home Internet$39.95Up to 100 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Crete?

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

Fiber

1.86%

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

Cable

73.53%

Most widely available wired option. Spectrum covers 73.53%, Diode Communications covers 100.00%. Up to 7 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

73.18%

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. Earthlink 5G Home Internet leads at 86.10%. 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 Crete residents.

Crete, NE - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Crete, NE has a total of 9 internet providers including  4 Fiber providers, 2 Cable providers, 2 DSL providers, 3 Fixed Wireless providers and 3 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Crete, NE by Coverage Area

All 9 internet providers serving Crete by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 5 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Future Technologies20 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
2.Diode Communications12 Mbps2 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless100.00%
3.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone97.52%
4.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone97.03%
5.Starlink400 Mbps44 MbpsSatellite97.00%
6.Earthlink 5G Home Internet100 Mbps55 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet86.10%
7.Windstream2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / DSL / Phone75.03%
8.Spectrum7 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / Television / Phone73.53%
9.Unite Private Networks~~Fiber~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Crete?

Yes. Crete 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

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 Crete

Spectrum is the best internet provider in Crete, NE, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber, Cable, Television and Phone internet reaches speeds up to 7 Gbps, and plans start at $30.00. 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 9 internet providers in Crete, NE. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

Spectrum offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $30.00. 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.

Spectrum has the fastest speeds in Crete, 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 Crete. 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. Crete residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Spectrum Internet Assist provides 50 Mbps for $25/month. 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 Crete, 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 Crete. 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 Crete is 33 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 Crete, NE.

HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink, Earthlink 5G Home Internet, and Windstream offer internet in Crete, NE.

  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • Starlink: Offers speeds up to 400 Mbps starting at $55.00/mo.
  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • Windstream: Offers speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $39.99/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Crete

Crete Public Library
305 East 13th Street
Crete, NE 68333
(402) 826-3809

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