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Internet Providers in Knoxville, TN

Over 2,733 people in Knoxville found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

86.55% 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

Spectrum

2.06% 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

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability
Earthlink 5G Home Internet logo

Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile
Speed up to:

425 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#4

Xfinity

89.52% availability

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!

#5

AT&T

86.55% availability

Connection Types:

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.

#6

Viasat

62.13% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#7

CenturyLink

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2639)

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Unlimited, Uncomplicated, Unbundled

#8

Frontier

12% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / Phone
Speed up to:

7 Gbps

User Review:

(2641)

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Exclusive offer for qualified addresses. For new residential Internet customers only. Max speeds are wired, Fiber 1 Gig location dependent. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds vary. Max speed capable range for Fiber 500 (450-500 Mbps download/upload), Fiber 1 Gig (846-1000 Mbps download, 792-1000 Mbps upload), Fiber 2 Gig (1800-2000 Mbps download/upload) and requires 2 Gbps capable devices and wiring. Fiber 5 Gig (4500-5000) and requires 5 Gbps capable devices and wiring. Fiber 7 Gig (up to 7000) and requires 7 Gbps capable devices and wiring. Performance details: frontier.com/internetdisclosures. Requires Auto Pay or $10/mo fee applies. Printed bill available for $2.99/mo. Fee does not apply to select customers. $50 expert installation fee applies. A $50 equipment restocking fee per household applies when Internet is disconnected. A fee up to $150 per device for Fiber 500, 1 Gig, and 2 Gig, and up to $400 for Fiber 5 Gig and Fiber 7 Gig also applies if equipment is not returned. Other applicable charges and additional services are extra. Subject to availability. Price and terms subject to change. Cannot be combined with other offers. Other restrictions, Frontier policies and service terms apply.

Save $10/mo with auto-pay. Get no data caps, no annual commitment, free installation, and a Wi-Fi router included.

#9

WOW!

37.76% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / DSL / Television
Speed up to:

50 Mbps

User Review:

(2721)

WOW! is one of the nation’s leading broadband providers, serving residential, business and wholesale customers in Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Maryland and the Southeast.

#10

HughesNet

73.54% 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 Knoxville, TN

#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 Knoxville

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

Spectrum cable internet is the next-best option in Knoxville for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 2 Gbps, and pricing often starts around $40/mo.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Knoxville. Plans start around $39.95/mo, with typical speeds around 11 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Knoxville?

Frontier is the fastest internet provider in Knoxville, TN, with download speeds up to 7 Gbps and upload speeds up to 7 Gbps — available to 12% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
FrontierFiber / Phone7 Gbps7 Gbps12.00%
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps86.55%
SpectrumCable / Television / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps2.06%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps89.52%
AT&TDSL / Television1 Gbps1 Gbps86.55%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps0.00%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps62.13%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps73.54%
WOW!Fiber / Cable / DSL / Television50 Mbps5 Mbps37.76%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Knoxville?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Knoxville starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
Frontier$49.99Up to 7 GbpsNoUnlimited
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Spectrum$50.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Xfinity$50.00+Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
AT&T$55.00Up to 1 GbpsNo1 TB
CenturyLink$50.00Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Earthlink 5G Home Internet$39.95Up to 425 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB
WOW!$40.00Up to 50 MbpsNoUnlimited

What type of internet connection is best in Knoxville?

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

Fiber

38.32%

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

Cable

83.30%

Most widely available wired option. Spectrum covers 2.06%, Xfinity covers 89.52%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

88.41%

AT&T, 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 Knoxville residents.

Knoxville, TN - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Knoxville, TN has a total of 15 internet providers including  9 Fiber providers, 5 Cable providers, 7 DSL providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Knoxville, TN by Coverage Area

All 15 internet providers serving Knoxville by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 8 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone89.52%
2.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber86.55%
3.AT&T1 Gbps1 GbpsDSL / Television86.55%
4.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless86.55%
5.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
6.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone73.54%
7.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone62.13%
8.WOW!50 Mbps5 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Television37.76%
9.Frontier7 Gbps7 GbpsFiber / Phone12.00%
10.Spectrum2 Gbps2 GbpsCable / Television / Phone2.06%
11.TDS1 Gbps120 MbpsFiber / DSL1.77%
12.Hotwire Communications, Ltd.50 Mbps20 MbpsFiber / Cable / Fixed Wireless0.07%
13.CenturyLink1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone~
14.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
15.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Knoxville?

Yes. Knoxville 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

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

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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Knoxville

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Knoxville, TN, 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 15 internet providers in Knoxville, TN. 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.

Frontier has the fastest speeds in Knoxville, 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 Knoxville. 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. Knoxville residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Xfinity Internet Essentials offers up to 75 Mbps for $14.95/month. Spectrum Internet Assist provides 50 Mbps for $25/month. AT&T Access starts at $30/month 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 Knoxville, 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 Knoxville. 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 Knoxville is 103 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 Knoxville, TN.

Xfinity, EarthLink Fiber, AT&T, Earthlink 5G Home Internet, and HughesNet offer internet in Knoxville, TN.

  • Xfinity: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00+/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.
  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 425 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Knoxville

Bonny Kate Branch Library
7732 Martin Mill Pike
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 573-0436
Burlington Branch Library
4512 Asheville Highway
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 525-5431
Carter Branch Library
9036 Asheville Highway
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 933-5438
Cedar Bluff Branch Library
9045 Cross Park Drive
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 470-7033
Farragut Branch Library
417 N Campbell Station Road
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 777-1750
Fountain City Branch Library
213 Hotel Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 689-2681
Halls Branch Library
7006a Maynardville Highway
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 922-2552
Karns Branch Library
7516 Oak Ridge Highway
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 470-8663
Knox County Public Library System
500 W. Church Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37902
(865) 215-8750
Lawson Mcghee Library
500 West Church Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 215-8750
Mcclung, East Tn History Center Knox Archives
314 West Clinch Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 215-8809
Murphy Branch Library
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 521-7812
North Knoxville Branch Library
2901 Ocoee Trail
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 525-7036
Norwood Branch Library
1110 Merchants Drive
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 688-2454
Sequoyah Branch Library
1140 Southgate Road
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 525-1541
South Knoxville Branch Library
4500 Chapman Highway
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 573-1772
West Knoxville Branch Library
100 Golf Club Road
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 588-8813

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