{"id":342607,"date":"2025-11-11T14:25:46","date_gmt":"2025-11-11T19:25:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/?page_id=342607"},"modified":"2025-11-11T14:25:46","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T19:25:46","slug":"best-in-portland-or","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/utilities\/internet\/best-in-portland-or\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Internet Service Providers in Portland"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"top\" title=\"The Best Portland Internet Providers\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<p>Portland has multiple facilities-based options for home internet. Cable from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xfinity.com\/locations\/service\/OR\/portland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Xfinity<\/a> covers much of the city, with additional cable coverage from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.astound.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Astound Broadband (Wave)<\/a>. Lumen\u2019s consumer brands provide fiber-to-the-home in some neighborhoods via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quantumfiber.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Quantum Fiber<\/a> and legacy DSL via CenturyLink elsewhere. Fixed\u2011wireless 5G Home Internet from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.t-mobile.com\/home-internet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">T\u2011Mobile<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.verizon.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Verizon<\/a> is also widely offered. For an address\u2011level view, use the FCC\u2019s map for <a href=\"https:\/\/broadbandmap.fcc.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">fastest available download speeds<\/a>. Xfinity and CenturyLink\/Quantum Fiber reach many Portland neighborhoods, while EarthLink largely resells access over these underlying networks and availability varies by address; see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadbandsearch.net\/service\/oregon\/portland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">third\u2011party estimates<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With approximately 91\u201392% of Oregon households reporting a broadband subscription, statewide adoption is among the highest in the U.S. (latest ACS). See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.census.gov\/quickfacts\/OR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts<\/a> and detailed ACS Table S2801. The FCC\u2019s Broadband Data Collection shows most Oregon locations have access to at least 100\/20 Mbps fixed service, with remaining gaps concentrated in rural areas\u2014confirm your specific address on the <a href=\"https:\/\/broadbandmap.fcc.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">FCC Oregon map<\/a>. (See also prior survey context at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/185535\/us-household-broadband-internet-connection-usage-by-state\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Statista<\/a>.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using current 2025 provider disclosures and mapping sources, we compared Portland\u2019s wired cable and fiber alongside fixed\u2011wireless alternatives to surface strong-value picks by speed, availability, and total cost. Always check your address with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xfinity.com\/locations\/service\/OR\/portland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Xfinity<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.astound.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Astound<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quantumfiber.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Quantum Fiber<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.t-mobile.com\/home-internet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">T\u2011Mobile<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.verizon.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Verizon<\/a>, then validate on the <a href=\"https:\/\/broadbandmap.fcc.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">FCC National Broadband Map<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The 3 Best Internet Providers in Portland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong><a href=\"#heavy-streaming\">Xfinity<\/a> &#8211; <\/strong>Best for Heavy Streaming<\/li><li><strong><a href=\"#data\">Earthlink<\/a> &#8211; <\/strong>Best for Data <\/li><li><strong><a href=\"#overall\">CenturyLink<\/a> &#8211; <\/strong>Best Overall Value<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"compare\" title=\"Comparison\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Best Portland Internet Providers: Summed Up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"\"><tbody><tr><td><br><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allconnect.com\/providers\/xfinity\/internet\/?utm_mcid=3574394&amp;subid=r17851\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Xfinity<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.earthlink.net\/internet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>EarthLink<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allconnect.com\/providers\/centurylink\/?utm_mcid=3570454&amp;subid=r17848\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsored\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>CenturyLink<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Defining trait<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Best for heavy streaming<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Best data<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Best value<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Connection type<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Cable (HFC); limited 10 Gbps fiber in select areas<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Resold Fiber\/Cable\/DSL (varies by address)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Fiber (Quantum Fiber) where available; DSL elsewhere<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Download speeds (Mbps)<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Up to 2,000 on cable; 10,000 via Gigabit Pro (limited)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Typically 100\u20131,000 on fiber\/cable; lower on DSL<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Up to 8,000 on Quantum Fiber; lower on DSL<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Prices starting at<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">~$30\u2013$40 promo for entry tiers (address-dependent)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">~$50+ (varies by access type)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">~$60\u2013$75 for 1 Gbps fiber; DSL varies<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Contract length<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No annual contract on most plans; term options exist<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">12 months common<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">None for Quantum Fiber; terms may vary on DSL<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Data cap<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1.2 TB where active; Unlimited add\u2011on available<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Unlimited (marketed)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No caps on Quantum Fiber; DSL policies vary<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"heavy-streaming\" title=\"Best for Heavy Streaming\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Xfinity &#8211; Best for Heavy Streaming<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n                                                            \n            <section id=\"xfinity\"\n         class=\"block b-item-list-card b-item-list-card--\"\n         data-js=\"block-item-list-card\"\n         data-preamp=\"block-item-list-card\">\n\n        <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card\">\n\n                <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left\">\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top\">\n                <span class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top--top\">Best For <\/span>\n                <span class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top--top\"> Heavy Streaming<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__bottom\">\n                                                    <a target=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.allconnect.com\/providers\/xfinity\/internet\/?utm_mcid=3574394&#038;subid=dd5f1483-9d6b-491a-8056-0ae2f8205e48\"\n                        data-tag='product' data-tag-outcome='MONETIZABLE' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-product-id='325118' data-tag-product-name='Xfinity' data-tag-brand='Comcast Xfinity' data-tag-price='0' data-tag-subscription='' data-tag-category=''\n                        aria-label=\"Comcast Xfinity button\" \n                        rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" >\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Xfinity-Logo.jpg\" alt=\"Image for Xfinity Logo\" \/>\n                                            <\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right\">\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__top\n                        b-item-list-card__card__right__top--line\">\n                Comcast Xfinity\n            <\/div>\n\n            <br>\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__topv2\" >\n                Xfinity\n            <\/div>\n            <br>\n\n           <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__middle\">\n                                        <a class=\"reviews-btn--primary reviews-btn--large reviews-btn--expand\"\n                    disable-tagular\n                    target=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.allconnect.com\/providers\/xfinity\/internet\/?utm_mcid=3574394&#038;subid=dd5f1483-9d6b-491a-8056-0ae2f8205e48\" type=\"button\"\n                    aria-label=\"Comcast Xfinity button\" data-tag='product' data-tag-outcome='MONETIZABLE' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-product-id='325118' data-tag-product-name='Xfinity' data-tag-brand='Comcast Xfinity' data-tag-price='0' data-tag-subscription='' data-tag-category='' \n                    rel=\"nofollow sponsored\"\n                >\n                View plans<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__bottomv2 h-margin-top-15\">\n                \n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n        \n      <div class=\"grid-x\">\n        <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-item-list-card__footer cell back_to_top\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' >\n            <p>Return to top\n                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"b-item-list-card__footer-image lazyload\" alt='Return to top arrow' style=\"height: 20px; margin-left: 5px;\"\n                data-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/themes\/reviews-2020\/assets\/images\/Arrow.svg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/themes\/reviews-2020\/assets\/images\/LightGray-placeholder.png\">\n            <\/p>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n    \n\n\n<p>With multi\u2011gigabit downloads available in many areas, broad coverage, and simple self\u2011install options, Xfinity fits heavy streamers and gamers. Address\u2011specific offers are listed on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xfinity.com\/learn\/offers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">special offers <\/a>. Where Xfinity\u2019s data plan applies, the monthly allowance is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xfinity.com\/support\/articles\/data-usage-plan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">1 TB of data <\/a>&nbsp;(1.2 TB) with an optional Unlimited add\u2011on; some regions do not enforce the data plan. Check your address on Xfinity\u2019s Portland page for available tiers and promos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Price<\/strong>: Typical entry cable tiers run about $30\u2013$80 per month (200\u2013500 Mbps); around $80\u2013$120 for 1 Gbps; multi\u2011gig costs more. Final pricing depends on address, promos, equipment, and any autopay discounts.<\/li><li><strong>Speed and Data<\/strong>: Common cable tiers 300\u20131,200 Mbps; 2,000 Mbps (Gigabit X2) in many markets; 10 Gbps \u201cGigabit Pro\u201d (limited fiber build). Monthly data plan of 1.2 TB where active; Unlimited Data add\u2011on available.<\/li><li><strong>Plans\/Packages<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li>Entry tiers (e.g., Connect\/Connect More) \u2014 address\u2011dependent pricing<\/li><li>Mid tiers (\u2248200\u2013800 Mbps) \u2014 availability varies<\/li><li>Gigabit (\u22481 Gbps) and Gigabit X2 (\u22482 Gbps) \u2014 selected areas<\/li><li>Gigabit Pro (10 Gbps fiber) \u2014 special construction\/installation<\/li><li>xFi Gateway equipment optional; fees vary<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Contract Options<\/strong>: No annual contract required on most residential plans; term agreements may be offered for additional discounts.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"data\" title=\"Best for Data\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Earthlink &#8211; Best for Data<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n                                                            \n            <section id=\"earthlink\"\n         class=\"block b-item-list-card b-item-list-card--\"\n         data-js=\"block-item-list-card\"\n         data-preamp=\"block-item-list-card\">\n\n        <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card\">\n\n                <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left\">\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top\">\n                <span class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top--top\">Best For<\/span>\n                <span class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top--top\"> Data<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__bottom\">\n                                                    <a target=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.earthlink.net\/internet\/?rvitemid=307699-20\"\n                        data-tag='product' data-tag-outcome='NOTMONETIZABLE' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-product-id='307699' data-tag-product-name='Earthlink' data-tag-brand='Earthlink' data-tag-price='0' data-tag-subscription='month' data-tag-category=''\n                        aria-label=\"Earthlink button\" \n                        rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" >\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/earthlink.png\" alt=\"Image for earthlink\" \/>\n                                            <\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right\">\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__top\n                        b-item-list-card__card__right__top--line\">\n                Earthlink\n            <\/div>\n\n            <br>\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__topv2\" >\n                Earthlink\n            <\/div>\n            <br>\n\n           <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__middle\">\n                                        <a class=\"reviews-btn--primary reviews-btn--large reviews-btn--expand\"\n                    disable-tagular\n                    target=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.earthlink.net\/internet\/?rvitemid=307699-20\" type=\"button\"\n                    aria-label=\"Earthlink button\" data-tag='product' data-tag-outcome='NOTMONETIZABLE' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-product-id='307699' data-tag-product-name='Earthlink' data-tag-brand='Earthlink' data-tag-price='0' data-tag-subscription='month' data-tag-category='' \n                    rel=\"nofollow sponsored\"\n                >\n                View plans<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__bottomv2 h-margin-top-15\">\n                \n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n        \n      <div class=\"grid-x\">\n        <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-item-list-card__footer cell back_to_top\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' >\n            <p>Return to top\n                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"b-item-list-card__footer-image lazyload\" alt='Return to top arrow' style=\"height: 20px; margin-left: 5px;\"\n                data-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/themes\/reviews-2020\/assets\/images\/Arrow.svg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/themes\/reviews-2020\/assets\/images\/LightGray-placeholder.png\">\n            <\/p>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n    \n\n\n<p>EarthLink markets fiber, cable, and DSL in Portland largely by reselling access over underlying networks (e.g., Lumen and cable operators). It advertises no data caps, 24\/7 support, and optional security bundles. Where fiber or modern cable is available, speeds commonly range 100\u20131,000 Mbps; DSL areas will see lower speeds. Availability is address\u2011specific and depends on which underlying network reaches your location; verify on provider sites and the <a href=\"https:\/\/broadbandmap.fcc.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">FCC National Broadband Map<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Price<\/strong>: Commonly around $50\u2013$100+ per month depending on access type and speed.<\/li><li><strong>Speed and Data<\/strong>: Typically 100\u20131,000 Mbps where fiber\/cable is available; lower on DSL; unlimited data (marketed).<\/li><li><strong>Plans\/Packages<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li>HyperLink Fiber 100\/500\/1,000 \u2014 symmetrical where offered<\/li><li>Resold Cable 300\u2013600 Mbps \u2014 where available<\/li><li>DSL up to 100 Mbps \u2014 distance\u2011dependent<\/li><li>Optional security\/backup add\u2011ons<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Contract Options<\/strong>: 12 months common.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"overall\" title=\"Best Overall Value\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CenturyLink &#8211; Best Overall Value&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n                                                            \n            <section id=\"centurylink\"\n         class=\"block b-item-list-card b-item-list-card--\"\n         data-js=\"block-item-list-card\"\n         data-preamp=\"block-item-list-card\">\n\n        <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card\">\n\n                <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left\">\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top\">\n                <span class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top--top\">Best<\/span>\n                <span class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__top--top\"> Overall Value<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__left__bottom\">\n                                                    <a target=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.allconnect.com\/providers\/centurylink\/internet\/?utm_mcid=3570454&#038;subid=e692fcaf-251d-4ff0-a552-1793ff136cd6\"\n                        data-tag='product' data-tag-outcome='MONETIZABLE' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-product-id='325006' data-tag-product-name='CenturyLink' data-tag-brand='CenturyLink' data-tag-price='0' data-tag-subscription='' data-tag-category=''\n                        aria-label=\"CenturyLink button\" \n                        rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" >\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/CenturyLink-Logo-328x126-1.png\" alt=\"Image for CenturyLink-Logo-328&#215;126\" \/>\n                                            <\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right\">\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__top\n                        b-item-list-card__card__right__top--line\">\n                CenturyLink\n            <\/div>\n\n            <br>\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__topv2\" >\n                CenturyLink\n            <\/div>\n            <br>\n\n           <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__middle\">\n                                        <a class=\"reviews-btn--primary reviews-btn--large reviews-btn--expand\"\n                    disable-tagular\n                    target=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.allconnect.com\/providers\/centurylink\/internet\/?utm_mcid=3570454&#038;subid=e692fcaf-251d-4ff0-a552-1793ff136cd6\" type=\"button\"\n                    aria-label=\"CenturyLink button\" data-tag='product' data-tag-outcome='MONETIZABLE' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-product-id='325006' data-tag-product-name='CenturyLink' data-tag-brand='CenturyLink' data-tag-price='0' data-tag-subscription='' data-tag-category='' \n                    rel=\"nofollow sponsored\"\n                >\n                View plans<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"b-item-list-card__card__right__bottomv2 h-margin-top-15\">\n                \n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n        \n      <div class=\"grid-x\">\n        <a href=\"#\" class=\"b-item-list-card__footer cell back_to_top\" data-tag='cta' data-tag-element-type='LINK' data-tag-location='LISTCARD' data-tag-outcome='INTERNALLINK' >\n            <p>Return to top\n                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"b-item-list-card__footer-image lazyload\" alt='Return to top arrow' style=\"height: 20px; margin-left: 5px;\"\n                data-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/themes\/reviews-2020\/assets\/images\/Arrow.svg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/wp-content\/themes\/reviews-2020\/assets\/images\/LightGray-placeholder.png\">\n            <\/p>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n    \n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/utilities\/internet\/centurylink-review\/\">CenturyLink <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quantumfiber.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Quantum Fiber<\/a> deliver Lumen\u2019s service mix in Portland: address\u2011specific fiber\u2011to\u2011the\u2011home (Quantum Fiber) with symmetrical tiers and legacy copper (DSL) where fiber isn\u2019t lit. Quantum Fiber markets no data caps and no annual contracts; see CenturyLink\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.centurylink.com\/aboutus\/legal\/internet-service-disclosure\/full-version.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">policy details<\/a>. DSL speeds and terms vary by location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Price<\/strong>: ~mid\u2011$60s to mid\u2011$70s for 1 Gbps fiber (typical); multi\u2011gig fiber costs more; DSL pricing varies by address.<\/li><li><strong>Speed and Data<\/strong>: DSL commonly 20\u2013100 Mbps (distance\u2011dependent); Quantum Fiber 500 Mbps\u20138 Gbps symmetrical where available; no data caps on Quantum Fiber.<\/li><li><strong>Plans\/Packages<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li>DSL up to 100 Mbps \u2014 availability and rate vary<\/li><li>Quantum Fiber 500 Mbps \u2014 symmetrical<\/li><li>Quantum Fiber 1 Gig (\u2248940 Mbps) \u2014 symmetrical<\/li><li>Quantum Fiber 2\u20138 Gig \u2014 limited availability<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Contract Options<\/strong>: None on Quantum Fiber; legacy DSL terms may differ.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How We Found the Best Internet Providers in Portland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to determine the best internet providers in Portland, we considered a number of key factors that impact a company\u2019s internet service, which include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Coverage<\/strong>: Availability varies block\u2011by\u2011block, so we prioritized facilities\u2011based providers that directly serve Portland addresses: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xfinity.com\/locations\/service\/OR\/portland\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Xfinity (cable)<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.astound.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Astound Broadband (Wave)<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quantumfiber.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Quantum Fiber\/CenturyLink<\/a>. Fixed\u2011wireless 5G home internet from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.t-mobile.com\/home-internet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">T\u2011Mobile<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.verizon.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Verizon<\/a> is broadly available. Always confirm at your address on the <a href=\"https:\/\/broadbandmap.fcc.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">FCC National Broadband Map<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>Value: <\/strong>We compared total monthly cost ranges (before taxes\/fees) commonly seen in 2025: cable around $30\u2013$80 for 200\u2013500 Mbps and $80\u2013$120 for 1 Gbps; fiber about $60\u2013$75 for 1 Gbps with higher prices for multi\u2011gig; fixed\u2011wireless typically $50\u2013$70 with discounts via mobile bundles. We also weighed data policies: cable (e.g., Xfinity) uses a 1.2 TB monthly plan where active with optional unlimited, while fiber and 5G home internet generally market no hard caps but can apply network management during congestion (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.xfinity.com\/support\/articles\/data-usage-plan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Xfinity policy<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.t-mobile.com\/home-internet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">T\u2011Mobile<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.verizon.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Verizon<\/a>).<\/li><li><strong>Customer Satisfaction<\/strong>: We referenced current benchmarks rather than legacy figures. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theacsi.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI)<\/a> notes U.S. satisfaction has stabilized from 2022 lows through 2024\u20132025, though results vary by sector and brand. Consumers rely heavily on recent online reviews according to BrightLocal\u2019s 2024 Local Consumer Review Survey (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.brightlocal.com\/research\/local-consumer-review-survey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">methodology and stats<\/a>). For provider comparisons by region, see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdpower.com\/business\/ratings\/study\/U.S.-Internet-Service-Provider-Satisfaction-Study\/10203ENG\/West\/1334\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">J.D. Power\u2019s U.S. Internet Service Provider Satisfaction Study<\/a>. The Better Business Bureau maintains current profiles for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/ga\/atlanta\/profile\/internet-service\/earthlink-llc-0443-679\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Earthlink<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/co\/denver\/profile\/telephones\/centurylink-0885-15157\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">CenturyLink<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/pa\/philadelphia\/profile\/cable-tv\/comcast-corporation-0241-80003221\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Comcast Corporation<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"faq\" title=\"FAQ\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who is the best internet provider in Portland?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best pick depends on your exact address and priorities. Where available, fiber from Quantum Fiber (CenturyLink) delivers symmetrical uploads and strong latency for work\u2011from\u2011home and creators. Xfinity\u2019s cable network has the broadest wired footprint and high download speeds across much of the city, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xfinity.com\/support\/articles\/data-usage-plan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">a 1.2 TB monthly plan<\/a> in markets where active. In some buildings and neighborhoods, Astound Broadband is a strong cable alternative. If you prefer simple pricing and self\u2011setup\u2014or lack robust wired options\u2014fixed\u2011wireless 5G home internet from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.t-mobile.com\/home-internet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">T\u2011Mobile<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.verizon.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Verizon<\/a> has no hard data caps but is subject to network management during congestion. Always verify availability at your address on the <a href=\"https:\/\/broadbandmap.fcc.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">FCC map<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much internet speed do I need?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>How much internet you need depends on how many devices are in your home and how you use them. When considering your internet speed needs, consider the following recommendations from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.centurylink.com\/home\/help\/internet\/what-internet-speed-do-i-need.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">CenturyLink<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Web browsing<\/strong>: 1 Mbps<\/li><li><strong>Online gaming<\/strong>: 1 to 5 Mbps<\/li><li><strong>HD video streaming<\/strong>: 5 to 8 Mbps<\/li><li><strong>Downloading large files<\/strong>:&nbsp; 50+ Mbps<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are Mbps?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mbps is the abbreviation for megabits per second. This measures how quickly data is transferred over the internet. The higher Mbps offered in a package, the faster and more reliable the internet connection speed will be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Internet Reviews<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"\/utilities\/internet\/best\/\">The Best Internet Service Provider<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Portland has multiple facilities-based options for home internet. Cable from Xfinity covers much of the city, with additional cable coverage from Astound Broadband (Wave). Lumen\u2019s consumer brands provide fiber-to-the-home in some neighborhoods via Quantum Fiber and legacy DSL via CenturyLink elsewhere. Fixed\u2011wireless 5G Home Internet from T\u2011Mobile and Verizon is also widely offered. 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