In Houston there are 2 internet service providers, with Windstream Communications being the most popular. Windstream Communications offers DSL and fiber internet service. In recent tests, Windstream Communications customers had an average download speed of 88 Mbps and an average upload speed of 30 Mbps. In addition to Windstream Communications, DSL and fixed wireless internet service is also available from AT&T.
While our research has shown these to be the real speeds that users experience, there are many factors that can affect the actual download and upload speeds you will encounter. These may include the type of internet connection you have, the distance between your device and the router, the number of users on the network, and the strength of the signal.
| Provider | Download Speed | Upload Speed | Latency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windstream Communications DSL Fiber | 88 Mbps | 30 Mbps | 26 ms |
| AT&T DSL Fixed Wireless | 28 Mbps | 38 Mbps | 34 ms |
| * Data from speed tests taken in the last 3 months | |||
Windstream Communications is the most popular provider in Houston offering DSL and fiber internet service. Users have been getting 88 Mbps for download speeds and 30 Mbps for upload speeds over 35 recent tests.
Windstream Communications has the fastest average download speed, the 2nd fastest average upload speed, and the lowest latency out of all of the providers in Houston. 38% of users saw download speeds between 50-100 Mbps, and 33% of users saw upload speeds slower than 5 Mbps.
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AT&T is the 2nd most popular provider in Houston offering DSL and fixed wireless internet service. Users have been getting 28 Mbps for download speeds and 38 Mbps for upload speeds over 1 recent tests.
AT&T has the 2nd fastest average download speed, the fastest average upload speed, and the 2nd lowest latency out of all of the providers in Houston. 100% of users saw download speeds between 25-50 Mbps, and 100% of users saw upload speeds between 25-50 Mbps.
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