Ookla, in its Speedtest Connectivity Report, has named AT&T Fiber as the fastest fixed internet provider in the United States, achieving a Speed Score of 360.85, which is 34 percent faster than its nearest competitor Verizon.
Additionally, AT&T Fiber secured the title for the most consistent fixed internet service provider (ISP) with a Consistency Score of 95.2 percent, underscoring its reliability and superior performance.
The fastest ISP
AT&T Fiber is the fastest ISP in the U.S., based on Speedtest Intelligence data, with a Speed Score of 360.85. AT&T Fiber is ahead of the leading cable MSOs: Spectrum, Cox, and XFINITY, as well as Verizon. AT&T Fiber also recorded the fastest upload speed, of 288.31 Mbps.
The other leading fixed ISPs are Verizon, Cox, Xfinity, and Spectrum during the first half of 2024. Verizon has achieved Speed Score of 269.47. Cox has achieved Speed Score of 241.86. Xfinity has received Speed Score of 237.03. Spectrum received Speed Score of 228.26.
The best ISP in consistency
AT&T Fiber has also recorded the best fixed network Consistency in the U.S., with 95.2 percent of its customers meeting or exceeding the threshold of 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload throughput. Spectrum (92.8 percent), Xfinity (92.2 percent), Cox (91.6 percent), and Verizon (91.1 percent) in the next position in terms of fixed network Consistency in the U.S.
Unmatched speed and reliability
As the summer games heat up in Paris, AT&T Fiber takes the gold in the U.S. internet service arena. The Speedtest Connectivity Report by Ookla highlights AT&T Fiber’s dominance, marking it as the fastest and most reliable internet provider in the nation.
Download speed of AT&T Fiber was 348.86 Mbps. Verizon recorded the lowest latency, at 12 ms.
Customer-centric achievements
These accolades are particularly significant as they are based on nationwide test results from millions of real users who conduct daily Speedtest evaluations. The recognition not only emphasizes AT&T Fiber’s technological advancements but also reflects consumer satisfaction, with AT&T Fiber being rated America’s top internet provider for Q1-Q2 2024.
Investment
John Stankey, Chief Executive Officer of AT&T, stated, “We’ve invested at the top of our industry to build the nation’s largest fiber network providing customers with the fastest internet speeds, great reliability, and the best overall customer experience.”
AT&T’s capital expenditures reached $4.4 billion in the second-quarter of 2024. AT&T added 200,000+ fiber customers for 18 consecutive quarters. AT&T Fiber revenue rose 17.9 percent in Q2 2024.
Future expansion and connectivity goals
AT&T Fiber’s recognition is just the beginning. The company is committed to expanding its reach, already serving more households than any other fiber provider. By the end of 2025, AT&T Fiber aims to pass 30 million consumer and business locations with fiber from 27.8 million in Q2 2024, reinforcing its mission to be the premier connectivity provider in the U.S.
AT&T Fiber’s recent accolades from Ookla demonstrate its leadership in providing fast, reliable internet service. With continued investments and a commitment to customer satisfaction, AT&T Fiber is set to maintain its position at the forefront of the U.S. internet service market, aiming to connect more Americans with the best fiber network available.
Baburajan Kizhakedath