EarthLink

Established in 1990, EarthLink was the first Internet service provider to provide flat-rate programs. Through a network of alliances, the firm has grown to over 200 million consumers, giving DSL and fiber choices to a huge portion of the country. EarthLink is well-known for its high-quality services and award-winning customer service.

EarthLink offers both DSL and fiber-optic internet to millions of users across the United States. DSL services are offered in 36 states, with the most widespread coverage in California, New York, and Texas. The best EarthLink service is HyperLink, which offers internet speeds of up to 1 Gbps with no usage limitations. EarthLink offers internet speeds of up to 1 Gigabit per second (Mbps) with no throttling or usage caps. Another feature is EarthLink Defend, a security program from EarthLink, allowing you to collaborate with NortonLifeLock to identify and protect against possible attacks on your devices.

Best for: Families, students, gig workers, gamers

Starting Price: $49.95
Connection Type: DSL and fiber
Download Speeds: 50-1000 Mbps
Coverage: 36 states
Money-back Guarantee: No