Internet Providers in Briar, TX

Over 940 people in Briar found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

45% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

Spectrum

3.5% availability
Spectrum logo

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2713)

Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets. Sign up today to enjoy the best in-home entertainment.

#3

Brightspeed

84.61% availability
Brightspeed logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL
Speed up to:

940 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

We’re a brand-new choice in internet. And we’re on a mission to power your home with reliable internet.

#4

Viasat

95.43% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

#5

CenturyLink

26.97% availability

Connection Types:

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

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2639)

Unlimited, Uncomplicated, Unbundled

#6

Frontier

2.75% availability

Connection Types:

DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

Fastest Available

User Review:

(2641)

For new residential Frontier Internet customers. Requires Auto Pay or $10/mo fee applies. Printed bill available for $2.99/mo. Fee does not apply to NY, PA and select customers. Max speeds if indicated, and optimal performance, are wired. Service capabilities subject to location. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds or performance vary. Performance details: frontier.com/internetdisclosures. Expert installation ($85) and other applicable charges, additional services and taxes are extra & subject to change during & after the promo period. A $50 equipment restocking fee per household applies when Internet is disconnected. A fee up to $150 per device also applies if equipment is not returned. Service subject to availability. 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.

#7

HughesNet

99.64% 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 Briar, TX

#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 Briar

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Briar, 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 and $99/mo.

Spectrum cable internet is the next-best option in Briar for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 2 Gbps, and pricing often starts around $50/mo.

CenturyLink 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Briar. Plans start around $50/mo, with typical speeds around 11 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.


What is the fastest internet provider in Briar?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Briar, TX, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 45% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps45.00%
SpectrumCable / Television / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps3.50%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps26.97%
BrightspeedFiber / DSL940 Mbps940 Mbps84.61%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps95.43%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps99.64%
FrontierDSL / PhoneFastest AvailableFastest Available2.75%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Briar?

Brightspeed offers the cheapest internet in Briar starting at $39.00/month with speeds up to 940 Mbps. EarthLink Fiber offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Spectrum$50.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
CenturyLink$50.00Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Brightspeed$39.00Up to 940 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB
Frontier$49.99Fastest AvailableNoUnlimited

What type of internet connection is best in Briar?

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

Cable

3.50%

Most widely available wired option. Spectrum covers 3.50%, Cyberonic covers 0.00%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

29.72%

Brightspeed, max 940 Mbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

100.00%

No contracts or data caps. CenturyLink leads at 26.97%. 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 Briar residents.


Briar, TX - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Briar, TX has a total of 13 internet providers including  2 Cable providers, 4 DSL providers, 7 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.


Compare Internet Providers in Briar, TX by Coverage Area

All 13 internet providers serving Briar by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 7 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Rise Broadband15 Mbps3 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
2.BelWave Communications50 Mbps50 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
3.NextLink30 Mbps30 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
4.Cirra Networks15 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
5.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone99.64%
6.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone95.43%
7.Brightspeed940 Mbps940 MbpsFiber / DSL84.61%
8.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber45.00%
9.CenturyLink1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone26.97%
10.Spectrum2 Gbps2 GbpsCable / Television / Phone3.50%
11.Frontier~~DSL / Phone2.75%
12.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
13.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Briar?

Yes. Briar 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).


Frequently Asked Questions about Briar

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Briar, TX, 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 13 internet providers in Briar, TX. Residents have a variety of service options, including cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

Brightspeed offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.00. 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.

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

HughesNet, Viasat, Brightspeed, EarthLink Fiber, and CenturyLink offer internet in Briar, TX.

  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • Brightspeed: Offers speeds up to 940 Mbps starting at $39.00/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • CenturyLink: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00/mo.


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