Best Internet Providers in Daytona Beach, Florida
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What is the best internet provider in Daytona Beach?
With broad coverage and low broadband prices, CNET recommends Spectrum as the best internet service provider for most Daytona Beach households. According to FCC data, Spectrum is available to approximately 89% of addresses in Daytona Beach, meaning it's a likely option for home internet wherever you're located in the area. Other ISPs, such as AT&T Fiber and T-Mobile Home Internet, also serve Daytona Beach, so the best provider might come down to which is accessible at your location.
Although Daytona Beach's download speeds won't conjure up images of the fastest racers on the track, AT&T Fiber does offer symmetrical speeds up to 5,000 megabits per second for $250 monthly -- the speediest service available. If you're looking for the cheapest plan in Daytona Beach, Spectrum Internet costs $30 per month for download speeds of 100Mbps.
Our methodology
CNET considers speeds, pricing, customer service and overall value to recommend the best internet service in Daytona Beach across several categories. Our evaluation includes referencing a proprietary database built over years of reviewing internet services. We validate that against provider information by spot-checking local addresses for service availability. We also do a close read of providers' terms and conditions and, when needed, will call ISPs to verify the details.
Despite our efforts to find the most recent and accurate information, our process has some limitations you should know about. Pricing and speed data are variable. Certain addresses may qualify for different service tiers, and monthly costs may vary, even within a city. The best way to identify your particular options is to plug your address into a provider's website.
Also, the prices, speed and other information listed above and in the provider cards below may differ from what we found in our research. The cards display the full range of a provider's pricing and speed across the US, according to our database of plan information provided directly by ISPs. At the same time, the text is specific to what's available in Daytona Beach. The prices referenced within this article's text come from our research and include applicable discounts for setting up automatic payments each month -- a standard industry offering. Discounts and promotions might also be available for signing a term contract or bundling multiple services.
To learn more about how we review internet providers, visit our full methodology page.
Best internet in Daytona Beach, Florida
Spectrum
Best internet provider in Daytona Beach, FL
Our take - This cable giant offers the widest coverage and one of the most affordable internet services in Daytona Beach: $30 for 100Mbps with unlimited data. Spectrum Internet has no data caps or yearly commitments and provides a free modem on all plans.
AT&T Fiber
Best fiber internet in Daytona Beach, FL
Our take - While we usually tend to recommend fiber connectivity over cable, approximately 10% of residents in Daytona Beach will have access to AT&T Fiber. However, if AT&T Fiber is an option at your location, move this provider to the top of your list. AT&T Fiber offers fast speeds, unlimited data and no equipment fees or contracts.
T-Mobile Home Internet
Best fixed wireless in Daytona Beach, FL
Our take - T-Mobile Home Internet might not offer the fastest speeds or cheapest prices in Daytona Beach, but its all-inclusive service makes it an enticing choice. This fixed wireless ISP also comes with unlimited data and equipment without requiring you to sign a contract.
Daytona Beach internet providers compared
| Provider | Internet technology | Monthly price range | Speed range | Monthly equipment costs | Data cap | Contract | CNET review score |
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AT&T Internet Air Read full review | Fixed Wireless | $55 | 75-225Mbps | None | None | None | 7.4 |
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AT&T Fiber Read full review | Fiber | $55-$250 | 300-5,000Mbps | None | None | None | 7.4 |
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Spectrum Read full review | Cable | $30-$80 | 100-1,000Mbps | Free modem; $7 router (optional) | None | None | 7.2 |
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T-Mobile Home Internet Read full review | Fixed wireless | $60-$70 ($40-$50 for eligible Go5G Plus and Magenta Max mobile customers) | 72-245Mbps | None | None | None | 7.4 |
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Verizon 5G Home Internet Read full review | Fixed wireless | $50-$70 ($35-$45 with qualifying Verizon 5G mobile plans) | 50-300Mbps (varies by location) | None | None | None | 7.2 |
Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
Other available internet providers in Daytona Beach
- EarthLink:While this internet provider offers cable and satellite services, its fiber-optic connection (which uses AT&T Fiber's network) takes the trophy. EarthLink's fiber tier features speeds up to 5 gigabits in some areas. That's not all -- plans come with unlimited data and coverage across Florida. Customers should expect a 1-year contract; however, in the second year, they can enter a month-to-month agreement instead. Pricing will vary depending on your location.
- Hotwire Communications: This Florida-based internet provider offers fiber-optic services to most Central Florida, Broward County, the Miami-Dade area and more. Pricing will vary depending on your specific address but standard service starts at $170 monthly for 300Mbps in download speeds. Some customers may have access to Hotwire's top-notch multigigabit speeds, which feature symmetrical download and upload speeds, with select areas reaching up to 5 gigabits. Watch out for additional monthly fees, such as a $30 installation fee.
- Wire 3:A local internet provider based in Daytona Beach, Florida, offering fiber coverage in Volusia County into Brevard, Indian River and St. Lucie counties. Coverage is still rising and is not widely available in these counties. The good news is that plans are contract-free, and service starts at $60 a month with download speeds of up to 10 gigabits in some areas.
- Satellite Internet: Typically, I'd tell anyone to save this for last. You won't be getting nearly the same speeds as you would from a fiber or cable internet provider, but providers like Hughesnet, Viasat and newcomer Starlink are available almost everywhere. Unlike Hughesnet, Starlink and Viasat customers don't have to worry about being tied down by a two-year contract. However, Starlink offers the fastest speeds out of the three.
Cheap internet options in Daytona Beach
Most internet options in Daytona Beach starts at around $51 per month for standard service. The cheapest internet plan is Spectrum's $30-a-month plan for 100Mbps in download speeds. Once the promo period ends after 12 months, expect that rate to jump to $85 a month. The next best thing, if it's available at your address, is a fixed wireless connection from Verizon 5G Home Internet's $50-a-month plan for 100Mbps. Verizon and T-Mobile also offer lower rates for eligible mobile customers.
What's the cheapest internet plan in Daytona Beach?
| Provider | Starting monthly price | Max download speed | Monthly equipment fee |
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Spectrum Internet Read full review | $30 | 100Mbps | Free modem; $7 router (optional) |
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Verizon 5G Home Internet Read full review | $50 ($35 with eligible mobile plan) | 100Mbps | None |
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AT&T Internet Air Read full review | $55 | 225Mbps | None |
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AT&T Fiber Read full review | $55 | 300Mbps | None |
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T-Mobile Home Internet Read full review | $60 ($40 with eligible mobile plans) | 245Mbps | None |
Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
How to find internet deals and promotions in Daytona Beach
The best internet deals and top promotions in Daytona Beach depend on what discounts are available during that period. Most deals are short-lived, but we look frequently for the latest offers.
Daytona Beach internet providers, such as Spectrum and T-Mobile, may offer lower introductory pricing or streaming add-ons for a limited time. Others, however, such as AT&T and Verizon, run the same standard pricing year-round.
For a more extensive list of promos, check out our guide on the best internet deals.
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How fast is Daytona Beach broadband?
In the latest Ookla speed test data, Daytona Beach came in with a robust fixed median download speed of 310Mbps. That's much better than nearby Orlando, which came in at 226Mbps. Other nearby cities like Palm Coast and Melbourne came in with fixed median download speeds of 342Mbps and 304Mbps, respectively.
Fastest internet plans in Daytona Beach
| Provider | Starting monthly price | Max download speed | Max upload speed | Data cap | Connection type |
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AT&T Fiber 5000 Read full review | $250 | 5,000Mbps | 5,000Mbps | None | Fiber |
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AT&T Fiber 2000 Read full review | $150 | 2,000Mbps | 2,000Mbps | None | Fiber |
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AT&T Fiber 1000 Read full review | $80 | 1,000Mbps | 1,000Mbps | None | Fiber |
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Spectrum Internet Gig Read full review | $80 | 1,000Mbps | 35Mbps | None | Cable |
Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
What’s a good internet speed?
Most internet connection plans can now handle basic productivity and communication tasks. If you're looking for an internet plan that can accommodate videoconferencing, streaming video or gaming, you'll have a better experience with a more robust connection. Here's an overview of the recommended minimum download speeds for various applications, according to the FCC. Note that these are only guidelines -- and that internet speed, service and performance vary by connection type, provider and address.
For more information, refer to our guide on how much internet speed you really need.
- 0 to 5Mbps allows you to tackle the basics -- browsing the internet, sending and receiving email, streaming low-quality video.
- 5 to 40Mbps gives you higher-quality video streaming and videoconferencing.
- 40 to 100Mbps should give one user sufficient bandwidth to satisfy the demands of modern telecommuting, video streaming and online gaming.
- 100 to 500Mbps allows one to two users to simultaneously engage in high-bandwidth activities like videoconferencing, streaming and online gaming.
- 500 to 1,000Mbps allows three or more users to engage in high-bandwidth activities at the same time.
How CNET chose the best internet providers in Daytona Beach
Internet service providers are numerous and regional. Unlike the latest smartphone, laptop, router or kitchen tool, it’s impractical to personally test every ISP in a given city. So what’s our approach? We start by researching the pricing, availability and speed information, drawing on our own historical ISP data, the provider sites, and mapping information from the Federal Communications Commission at FCC.gov.
But it doesn’t end there. We go to the FCC’s website to check our data and ensure we consider every ISP that provides service in an area. We also input local addresses on provider websites to find specific options for residents. We look at sources, including the American Customer Satisfaction Index and J.D. Power, to evaluate how happy customers are with an ISP’s service. ISP plans and prices are subject to frequent changes; all information provided is accurate as of publication.
Once we have this localized information, we ask three main questions:
- Does the provider offer access to reasonably fast internet speeds?
- Do customers get decent value for what they’re paying?
- Are customers happy with their service?
While the answers to those questions are often layered and complex, the providers that come closest to “yes” on all three are the ones we recommend. When selecting the cheapest internet service, we look for the plans with the lowest monthly fee, though we also factor in things like price increases, equipment fees and contracts. Choosing the fastest internet service is relatively straightforward. We look at advertised upload and download speeds and also consider real-world speed data from sources like Ookla and FCC reports.
To explore our process in more depth, visit our how we test ISPs page.
What's the final word on internet providers in Daytona Beach?
Daytona Beach has several broadband options, but it all depends on what you can get at your address. Cable connections are widely available throughout the city. However, as we usually say here at CNET, if fiber is available at your address, it beats cable almost every time.
Internet providers in Daytona Beach FAQs
What is the best internet service provider in Daytona Beach?
Spectrum offers wide availability and the lowest-priced plan in the area for the first 12 months, making it the best internet provider for most residents living in the World's Most Famous Beach. Spectrum also places first on CNET's list of the best cable internet providers, thanks to its straightforward pricing and broad coverage.
Is fiber internet available in Daytona Beach?
AT&T Fiber is the only fiber provider serving Daytona Beach, but availability is sparse, serving 10% of households. The FCC reports that approximately 20% of residents can access fiber connectivity.
What is the cheapest internet provider in Daytona Beach?
Spectrum offers the cheapest plan in Daytona Beach, costing $30 per month for speeds up to 100Mbps. However, fixed wireless providers like Verizon 5G Home Internet and T-Mobile Home Internet have discounts for eligible mobile customers, which can knock $15 to $25 off your monthly bill.
Which internet provider in Daytona Beach offers the fastest plan?
The fastest speed available in Daytona is 5 gigabits -- or 5,000Mbps -- offered by AT&T Fiber for $250 monthly. Spectrum Internet also offers a gigabit plan for $80 per month for the first year, but it is not nearly as fast as a fiber connection from AT&T.
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