State Guide • Updated January 2026

Best Internet Providers in North Carolina

The Research Triangle (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill) and Charlotte enjoy world-class internet from Google Fiber and AT&T. Spectrum spans the state, connecting mountain and coastal regions. Brightspeed is also rapidly upgrading legacy DSL lines to fiber in rural areas.

Best Overall
Google Fiber

Wins on reliability, speed consistency, and customer satisfaction ratings.

Fastest Speeds
Google Fiber

Delivers the highest peak download speeds available for residential connections.

Best Value
Spectrum

Offering the lowest starting price per Mbps or best contract-free terms.

Top Providers in North Carolina

Google Fiber

4.9/5

Starting at

$70/mo

Max Speeds

8 Gbps

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Pros

  • Market-leading customer satisfaction
  • 8 Gig options
  • Fair terms

Cons

  • Availability limited to metros
  • Expansion pace

AT&T Fiber

4.7/5

Starting at

$55/mo

Max Speeds

5 Gbps

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Pros

  • Reliable symmetrical speeds
  • No data caps
  • Strong uptime

Cons

  • Price after promo period
  • Router limitations

Spectrum

4/5

Starting at

$50/mo

Max Speeds

1 Gbps

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Pros

  • Broadest coverage
  • Bundle deals
  • Contract buyout

Cons

  • Slow upload speeds
  • WiFi router fee

Brightspeed

3.8/5

Starting at

$50/mo

Max Speeds

1 Gbps

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Pros

  • Expanding fiber access
  • No contracts
  • Unlimited data

Cons

  • Service transition issues
  • DSL significantly slower

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