In Alachua 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 25 Mbps and an average upload speed of 2 Mbps. In addition to Windstream Communications, cable and fiber internet service is also available from Cox Communications.
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 | 25 Mbps | 2 Mbps | 42 ms |
| Cox Communications Cable Fiber | 235 Mbps | 37 Mbps | 40 ms |
| * Data from speed tests taken in the last 3 months | |||
Windstream Communications is the most popular provider in Alachua offering DSL and fiber internet service. Users have been getting 25 Mbps for download speeds and 2 Mbps for upload speeds over 5,326 recent tests.
Windstream Communications has the 2nd fastest average download speed, the 2nd fastest average upload speed, and the 2nd lowest latency out of all of the providers in Alachua. 31% of users saw download speeds between 10-25 Mbps, and 57% of users saw upload speeds slower than 5 Mbps.
Download Speeds
Upload Speeds
| Date | Download Speed | Upload Speed | Latency |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 17, 2024 | 18 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 51 ms |
| June 17, 2024 | 38 Mbps | 15 Mbps | 33 ms |
| June 17, 2024 | 9 Mbps | 1 Mbps | 42 ms |
| June 17, 2024 | 50 Mbps | 45 Mbps | 43 ms |
| June 17, 2024 | 88 Mbps | 27 Mbps | 38 ms |
| June 17, 2024 | 10 Mbps | 1 Mbps | 39 ms |
| June 17, 2024 | 14 Mbps | 1 Mbps | 62 ms |
| June 17, 2024 | 22 Mbps | 7 Mbps | 36 ms |
| June 17, 2024 | 45 Mbps | 26 Mbps | 57 ms |
| June 17, 2024 | 4 Mbps | 1 Mbps | 710 ms |
Cox Communications is the 2nd most popular provider in Alachua offering cable and fiber internet service. Users have been getting 235 Mbps for download speeds and 37 Mbps for upload speeds over 244 recent tests.
Cox Communications has the fastest average download speed, the fastest average upload speed, and the lowest latency out of all of the providers in Alachua. 43% of users saw download speeds between 250-500 Mbps, and 33% of users saw upload speeds between 50-100 Mbps.
Download Speeds
Upload Speeds
| Date | Download Speed | Upload Speed | Latency |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 17, 2024 | 226 Mbps | 12 Mbps | 53 ms |
| June 16, 2024 | 236 Mbps | 10 Mbps | 50 ms |
| June 15, 2024 | 284 Mbps | 12 Mbps | 52 ms |
| June 14, 2024 | 346 Mbps | 54 Mbps | 38 ms |
| June 14, 2024 | 260 Mbps | 11 Mbps | 43 ms |
| June 13, 2024 | 521 Mbps | 56 Mbps | 39 ms |
| June 13, 2024 | 25 Mbps | 11 Mbps | 50 ms |
| June 13, 2024 | 241 Mbps | 21 Mbps | 49 ms |
| June 13, 2024 | 206 Mbps | 11 Mbps | 52 ms |
| June 12, 2024 | 37 Mbps | 7 Mbps | 20 ms |
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