Internet providers in Cold Spring, Minnesota

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6 providers

  • Starlink Internet

    Starlink
    Plans starting at
    $50

    /mo.*

    for 12 mos.
    Check plans with Starlink
    Speeds up to
    400 mbps
    Connection type
    Satellite
    Customer rating
    (104)
    Available in Cold Spring
    100%

    *Users on Residential 100 Mbps and Residential 200 Mbps will be limited to download speeds of 100 Mbps and 200 Mbps respectively. Residential 100 Mbps and Residential 200 Mbps plans are only available in select areas. Residential Max users will experience maximum available speeds and top Residential network priority.

  • T-Mobile Internet

    T-Mobile
    Plans starting at
    $50

    /mo.

    for 12 mos.
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    Speeds up to
    498 mbps
    Connection type
    Wireless
    Customer rating
    (1,665)
    Available in Cold Spring
    99%

  • CenturyLink Internet

    CenturyLink
    Plans starting at
    $55

    /mo.*

    for 12 mos.
    Check plans with CenturyLink
    Speeds up to
    940 mbps
    Connection type
    Fiber
    Customer rating
    (399)
    Available in Cold Spring
    100%

    *Speed may not be available in your area. Paperless billing required. Taxes and fees apply.

  • T-Mobile Fiber Internet

    T-Mobile Fiber
    Plans starting at
    $55

    /mo.*

    for 12 mos.
    Check plans with T-Mobile Fiber
    Speeds up to
    2000 mbps
    Connection type
    Fiber

    *Starting prices only available with voice and autopay; inc. taxes & fees

  • Verizon 5G Internet

    Verizon 5G
    Plans starting at
    $50

    /mo.*

    for 12 mos.
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    Speeds up to
    300 mbps
    Connection type
    Wireless
    Customer rating
    (460)
    Available in Cold Spring
    69%

    *with a mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband. With Auto Pay + Paperless billing.

  • EarthLink 5G Internet

    EarthLink 5G
    Plans starting at
    $79

    95/mo.

    for 12 mos.
    Check plans with EarthLink 5G
    Speeds up to
    200 mbps
    Connection type
    Wireless

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Key takeaways

  • CenturyLink is the most widely available dsl internet provider in Cold Spring, MN, covering 100% of the city
  • Satellite internet from Starlink is accessible to 100% of homes
  • Verizon 5G Home is the cheapest internet provider in Cold Spring, MN
  • T-Mobile Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Cold Spring, MN

What's the right internet speed for your home?

Households within Cold Spring are, on average, getting download speeds of 121 Mbps and upload speeds of 42 Mbps. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) assigns internet requirements into light, moderate and high-use categories.

Our online speed guide can help you decide which internet speed is best for your household.

  • Light
    Internet use
    1 to 2

    Email, browsing, basic video, one streaming device at a time.

    Broadband guidelines:

    1 to 2 devices:
    5 to 20 Mbps
    2 to 4 devices:
    20 to 40 Mbps
    5 to 10 devices:
    50 to 100 Mbps
  • Moderate
    Internet use
    3 - 4

    The same functions as Light, plus one high-demand application like streaming HD video, video conferencing, online gaming or telecommuting.

    Broadband guidelines:

    1 to 2 devices:
    5 to 20 Mbps
    2 to 4 devices:
    20 to 40 Mbps
    5 to 10 devices:
    75 to 200 Mbps
  • High
    Internet use
    5+

    The same functions as Light and Moderate, plus multiple high-demand applications running simultaneously.

    Broadband guidelines:

    1 to 2 devices:
    100 to 200 Mbps
    2 to 4 devices:
    200 to 300 Mbps
    5 to 10 devices:
    400 to 500 Mbps

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Best internet provider in Cold Spring, MN

Allconnect's choice for the best internet provider in Cold Spring is Verizon 5G Home, with their wireless plans covering 69% of the city. Verizon 5G Home internet plans start at $50.00/mo. with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps.

To make that choice, we look at the affordability, performance, value and customer satisfaction of internet service providers (ISPs). View our full methodology here.

Best Internet Choice

Plans starting at

$50

00/mo.*

Speeds up to

1,000

Mbps

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Best Internet Choice
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*with a mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband. With Auto Pay + Paperless billing.

*with a mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband. With Auto Pay + Paperless billing.

Cheap internet in Cold Spring

Most internet service providers offer cheap internet plans between $20–$30, for the lowest tier of speed, usually up to 75–100 Mbps. These plans are fast enough for light use in a small household. Find the cheapest internet plans available in your area and start saving today.

Verizon 5G Home has the cheapest internet plans in Cold Spring, starting at 1,000 Mbps for $50.00/mo.

T-Mobile also has an affordable internet plan offering 318 Mbps for $50.00/mo.

Keep in mind that for just $5 or $10 extra a month, the second-to-cheapest plan offered by an ISP is sometimes the better deal, often providing more speed for your dollar.

Cheapest plans

(844) 451-2720
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Cheapest Option

Plans starting at

$50.00 /mo.

Speeds up to

1,000 Mbps

Cheapest Option

Overview

Verizon 5G Home has the cheapest internet plans in Cold Spring, starting at 1,000 Mbps for $50.00/mo.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • No contracts or data caps
  • Price guaranteed for up to 3 years
  • Wi-Fi 6 router included
  • Save when you bundle Verizon mobile and 5G home internet

Cons

  • Limited availability: Verizon 5G Home is in about 900 cities
  • Maximum internet speeds may not be reached depending on coverage area
(844) 451-2720
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Low Price

Plans starting at

$50.00 /mo.

Speeds up to

318 Mbps

Low Price

Overview

T-Mobile also has an affordable internet plan offering 318 Mbps for $50.00/mo.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Simple pricing – All-in-one price with equipment included and no hidden fees
  • No contracts – You can cancel anytime and T-Mobile won’t raise prices after the first year
  • No data caps – You won’t have to worry about getting charged for going over your data limit
  • Savings with mobile – T-Mobile offers up to $20 off you’re monthly home internet bill when you bundle with a mobile plan

Cons

  • Inconsistent speeds – Speeds are more erratic than cable and fiber optic internet connections
  • Location – The quality of your connection will depend on how close you are to a T-Mobile tower
  • No TV – You won’t be able to save money by bundling with TV service

Fastest internet in Cold Spring

The speed you need depends on what you use the internet for. If high-speed internet is necessary for your household to game, work and learn, you'll be happy to know that T-Mobile Fiber and Verizon 5G Home offer the fastest internet in Cold Spring.

T-Mobile Fiber has fiber internet speeds starting at $70.00/mo. for up to 2,000 Mbps while Verizon 5G Home offers plans up to 1,000 Mbps for their wireless internet.

Fastest plans

(844) 451-2720
Fastest Option

Plans starting at

$70.00 /mo.

Speeds up to

2,000 Mbps

Fastest Option

Overview

T-Mobile Fiber provides the fastest internet in Cold Spring, MN, offering speeds up to 2,000 Mbps.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Unlimited data
  • Discounts available with mobile plans
  • 5-year price guarantee

Cons

  • May lack availability for ZIP codes
  • No TV service
  • Limited availability
(844) 451-2720
Check plans with Verizon
High Speed

Plans starting at

$50.00 /mo.

Speeds up to

1,000 Mbps

High Speed

Overview

Verizon 5G Home also delivers fast speeds of up to 1,000 Mbps in 69% of the area.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • No contracts or data caps
  • Price guaranteed for up to 3 years
  • Wi-Fi 6 router included
  • Save when you bundle Verizon mobile and 5G home internet

Cons

  • Limited availability: Verizon 5G Home is in about 900 cities
  • Maximum internet speeds may not be reached depending on coverage area

Provider coverage map for Cold Spring

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Most available internet providers in Cold Spring

The most available ISPs in Cold Spring are CenturyLink and Starlink which serve 100% of the area.

Satellite and 5G home internet are available in nearly 99% of the country, so if cable or fiber internet isn't available at your Cold Spring address, you probably can connect to another internet type.

Most available plans

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Most Available Option

Plans starting at

$55.00 /mo.

Speeds up to

100 Mbps

Most Available Option

Overview

CenturyLink is the most available dsl provider, covering 100% of the city.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Fast speeds – CenturyLink’s fiber speeds are as fast as any, and their DSL speeds are faster than most
  • Broad service areas – CenturyLink internet is available to many areas where cable or other fiber providers may not offer high-speed internet
  • No contracts – There are no contracts with CenturyLink service, so you can change or move service at any time without early termination fees

Cons

  • Limited plan options – DSL and fiber service is one cost, so you won’t have the option of choosing a cheaper or faster/more expensive plan
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High Availability

Plans starting at

$50.00 /mo.

Speeds up to

100 Mbps

High Availability

Overview

Satellite internet from Starlink is accessible to 100% of homes.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • No required contract
  • Easy install
  • Near-global coverage
  • Resilient to weather
  • >99.9% uptime
  • Great for rural locations
  • Unlimited Data
  • 30-Day Trial

Cons

  • Potential slower speeds during peak hours
  • Obstruction sensitivity
  • Requires recalibration when moving router

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Cold Spring internet FAQs

What's the cheapest internet provider in Cold Spring?

Verizon 5G Home and T-Mobile offer the cheapest internet plans starting at $50.00/mo. Verizon 5G Home has plans for 1,000 Mbps and T-Mobile has plans for 318 Mbps.

At $0.04 per Mbps the Fiber 2 Gig plan from T-Mobile Fiber gives you the most value for your dollar.

The fastest internet provider in Cold Spring is T-Mobile Fiber. It has Fiber internet plans with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. Verizon 5G Home also has fast Wireless plans up to 1,000 Mbps.

In most cases, your initial cost of buying a modem and router pays for itself within a year. Rental equipment fees from internet providers are usually around $10/mo. and you can buy combination modem/routers (gateways) for under $100. If you want to avoid a monthly fee from your ISP, buying your router is the way to go. If you need support for your equipment, rent it from your ISP and you’ll have access to technical support. See our full guide on whether you should rent or buy internet equipment.

Once you have compared and chosen an internet provider, you often have the choice to install your internet yourself or have the ISP send a tech to your address. If you install it yourself, the ISP will provide you with a step-by-step guide to connect their equipment to yours and set up your Wi-Fi access. If you choose professional installation, all you’ll have to do is schedule an appointment with your ISP and they’ll take care of everything.

When choosing an internet service provider, it’s important to consider technology types. Fiber internet is the fastest and most reliable internet technology type since it provides symmetrical download and upload speeds, but it’s not the most widely available type of internet. We recommend fiber if it’s available at your address, but if not, you have other options.

Cable internet is a common internet type and the best alternative to fiber internet. It offers fast, reliable speeds and is more widely available than fiber. Satellite internet is a great choice if you live in a rural area and other internet technologies aren’t an option.

5G internet, or fixed wireless internet, is another internet technology type to consider. 5G home internet isn’t always as fast as cable or fiber plans, but some providers like T-Mobile are expanding rapidly to offer 5G home internet service to most of the country and can reach speeds up to 245 Mbps.

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