What is the best internet provider in Tempe?
CNET’s pick for the best internet service provider in Tempe is Cox, which offers the fastest speeds, lowest starting prices and broadest coverage of any provider. It has some noteworthy drawbacks; upload speeds are much slower than download speeds, and its customer satisfaction scores aren’t great, but it’s still your best bet for high-speed internet in the area.
It’s not as widely available, but Quantum Fiber is the best fiber internet provider in Tempe, and fiber internet is the best internet connection you can get. Quantum Fiber also includes a “Price for Life” guarantee on all plans.
Verizon 5G Home Internet is another good option in Tempe, with fast speeds and generous discounts for eligible cellphone customers. Keep in mind that wireless internet is more prone to network disruption than cable or fiber.
Our methodology
25 – 2,000 Mbps
$40 – $100 per month
Our take – Cox offers cable internet service to 88% of Tempe residents, according to Federal Communication Commission data, and it’s the best option for most people. Prices are reasonable, and all plans include equipment at no extra cost. Like all cable providers, upload speeds are much slower than download speeds, which could be an issue for online gamers or remote workers. Cox also has slightly below-average scores from J.D. Power and the American Customer Satisfaction Index.
Cable, some fiber Show more details
200 – 8,000 Mbps
$30 – $165 per month
Our take – It’s far less available in Tempe than Cox — coverage is highest on the south side of the city — but if you can get it, Quantum Fiber offers fantastic value. There are only two plans available, but you’ll get fast, symmetrical upload and download speeds, and Quantum Fiber includes a “Price for Life” guarantee on both of them. Equipment is also included at no extra cost.
