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Internet Providers in Buffalo, NY

Over 3,891 people in Buffalo found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

92.36% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

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

73.65% 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

Verizon

70.22% availability
Verizon logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2718)

Fios customers get upload speeds as fast as their download speeds.

#4

Verizon Fios Fiber

50.1% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2976)

Compare Verizon Fios Internet Plans with speeds up to 1Gbps starting at $39.99/mo.

#5

Viasat

7.28% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#6

HughesNet

6.08% 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 Buffalo, NY

#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 Buffalo

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in most parts of Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, you will see speed tiers from 2 Mbps to 5 Gbps, with pricing generally in the $39.95-$99/mo range.

Spectrum is a solid choice in Buffalo, if fiber is not available where you live. Cable internet is widely available in many parts of Buffalo and can support most households with speeds up to 2 Gbps and plans starting at $50/mo.

Verizon offers 5G home internet plans starting at $69/mo, and delivers speeds from 3 Mbps to 450 Mbps, depending on your address and signal strength. 5G internet can be a great alternative in many parts of Buffalo.

What is the fastest internet provider in Buffalo?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Buffalo, NY, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 92.36% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps92.36%
SpectrumCable / Television / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps73.65%
Verizon Fios FiberFiber2 Gbps940 Mbps50.10%
VerizonFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps70.22%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps7.28%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps6.08%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Buffalo?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Buffalo starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Viasat offers the next lowest price at $49.99/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Spectrum$50.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Verizon Fios Fiber$69.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Verizon$69.00Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Buffalo?

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

Fiber

13.67%

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

Cable

73.68%

Most widely available wired option. Spectrum covers 73.65%, FairPoint Communications covers 0.09%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

69.77%

Verizon, 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 Buffalo residents.

Buffalo, NY - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Buffalo, NY has a total of 12 internet providers including  8 Fiber providers, 4 Cable providers, 6 DSL providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Buffalo, NY by Coverage Area

All 12 internet providers serving Buffalo 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.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber92.36%
2.Spectrum2 Gbps2 GbpsCable / Television / Phone73.65%
3.Verizon1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone70.22%
4.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless70.22%
5.Verizon Fios Fiber2 Gbps940 MbpsFiber50.10%
6.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone7.28%
7.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone6.08%
8.FairPoint Communications25 Mbps2 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.09%
9.Birch Communications3 Mbps~Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.04%
10.Access Media 32 Mbps~Fiber / Cable / DSL0.02%
11.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
12.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Buffalo?

Yes. Buffalo 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

Verizon Forward

Up to $30 off/mo for eligible Fios or 5G home for qualifying households. Verizon Forward includes 12 months of job resources & skills training.

Frequently Asked Questions about Buffalo

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Buffalo, NY, 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 12 internet providers in Buffalo, NY. 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.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo. 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. Buffalo residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Spectrum Internet Assist provides 50 Mbps for $25/month. Verizon Forward has eligible Fios or 5G home with up to $30 off/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 Buffalo, 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 Buffalo. 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 Buffalo 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 Buffalo, NY.

EarthLink Fiber, Spectrum, Verizon, Verizon Fios Fiber, and Viasat offer internet in Buffalo, NY.

  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • Spectrum: Offers speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • Verizon: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $69.00/mo.
  • Verizon Fios Fiber: Offers speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $69.00/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.

Internet Providers in Nearby Cities

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Free wireless internet access points in Buffalo

Amherst Public Library Clearfield Branch
770 Hopkins Road
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 688-4955
Amherst Public Library Williamsville Branch
5571 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14221
(716) 632-6176
Audubon Branch
350 John James Audubon Parkway
Buffalo, NY 14228
(716) 688-4919
Buffalo Erie County Public Library System
1 Lafayette Square
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 858-8900
Central Library
1 Lafayette Square
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 858-8900
Crane Branch Library
633 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 883-6651
Dudley Branch Library
2010 South Park Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 823-1854
East Clinton Branch Library
1929 Clinton Street
Buffalo, NY 14206
(716) 823-5626
East Delavan Branch Library
1187 E. Delavan Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14215
(716) 896-4433
Eggertsville-Snyder Branch
4622 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14226
(716) 839-0700
Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library
1324 Jefferson Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14208
(716) 883-4418
Kenmore Branch
160 Delaware Road
Buffalo, NY 14217
(716) 873-2861
Lackawanna Public Library
560 Ridge Road
Buffalo, NY 14218
(716) 823-0630
Niagara Branch Library
280 Porter Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14201
(716) 882-1537
North Park Branch Library
975 Hertel Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 875-3748
Reinstein Memorial Library
2580 Harlem Road
Buffalo, NY 14225
(716) 892-8089
Riverside Branch Library
820 Tonawanda Street
Buffalo, NY 14207
(716) 875-0562
Town Of Tonawanda Public Library Kenilworth Branch
318 Montrose Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14223
(716) 834-7657
West Seneca Public Library
1300 Union Road
Buffalo, NY 14224
(716) 674-2928

How We Research Internet Providers

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Data Sources

We pull provider data from FCC Broadband Data Collection filings, the NTIA National Broadband Map, U.S. Census Bureau data, and direct provider disclosures.

Coverage

Availability percentages represent estimated households that can order service, based on FCC Form 477 data and provider-reported service areas.

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