CenturyLink

CenturyLink is the Internet service provider belonging to Lumen Technologies, a corporation specializing in communications, network services, and voice services. According to the FCC Broadband Map, CenturyLink serves 16.5 percent of the US population. It provides DSL (with speeds ranging from 3-100 Mbps) and fiber optic connections (ranges from 100-940 Mbps).

CenturyLink uses an integrated app for mobile devices. This allows you to change the name and password of your WiFi network, view a list of connected devices and their signal quality, and run speed tests. CenturyLink also gives parents control over their children's internet access. Not only that, it allows you to suspend internet access on any device at any time and protect them from inappropriate web content. Especially, McAfee's built-in protection protects all of your connected devices safe from cyber threats.

Best for: Families

Starting Price: $50/month for 3-100 Mbps, $65/month for 940 Mbps

Connection Type: DSL, fiber

Download Speeds: 3-940 Mbps

Coverage: 36 states (17% coverage nationwide)

Money-Back Guarantee: No