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Internet Providers in Westerly, RI

Over 269 people in Westerly 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

Verizon

95.61% 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.

#3

Verizon Fios Fiber

99.6% availability
Verizon Fios Fiber logo

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.

#4

Cox

93.66% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television
Speed up to:

300 Mbps

User Review:

(2648)

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Take the Cox challenge. The Difference is Clear.

#5

Viasat

98.46% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#6

HughesNet

98.43% 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 Westerly, RI

#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 Westerly

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

Cox cable internet is the next-best option in Westerly for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 300 Mbps, and pricing often starts around $50/mo.

Verizon 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Westerly. Plans start around $69/mo, with typical speeds around 11 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Westerly?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Westerly, RI, 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%
Verizon Fios FiberFiber2 Gbps940 Mbps99.60%
VerizonFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps95.61%
CoxCable / Television300 Mbps30 Mbps93.66%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps98.46%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps98.43%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Westerly?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Westerly 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
Verizon Fios Fiber$69.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Verizon$69.00Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Cox$50.00Up to 300 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 Westerly?

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

Fiber

95.30%

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

Cable

93.66%

Most widely available wired option. Cox covers 93.66%, Cyberonic covers 95.61%. Up to 300 Mbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

88.72%

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 Westerly residents.

Westerly, RI - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Westerly, RI has a total of 9 internet providers including  5 Fiber providers, 2 Cable providers, 4 DSL providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Westerly, RI by Coverage Area

All 9 internet providers serving Westerly 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.Verizon Fios Fiber2 Gbps940 MbpsFiber99.60%
2.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.46%
3.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.43%
4.Verizon1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone95.61%
5.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless95.61%
6.Cox300 Mbps30 MbpsCable / Television93.66%
7.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber92.36%
8.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
9.Broadview Networks~~DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Westerly?

Yes. Westerly 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

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.

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 Westerly

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Westerly, RI, 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 9 internet providers in Westerly, RI. 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 Westerly, 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 Westerly. 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. Westerly residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Verizon Forward has eligible Fios or 5G home with up to $30 off/mo. 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 Westerly, 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 Westerly. 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 Westerly is 172 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 Westerly, RI.

Verizon Fios Fiber, Viasat, HughesNet, Verizon, and Cox offer internet in Westerly, RI.

  • 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.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Verizon: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $69.00/mo.
  • Cox: Offers speeds up to 300 Mbps starting at $50.00/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Westerly

Westerly Public Library
44 Broad Street
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 596-2877

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