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Cell coverage comparison in Providence, Rhode Island

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Based on crowdsourced speed tests and signal measurements in Providence, Rhode Island, the current snapshot reflects over 6,300 speed tests and shows medians of 166.8 Mbps download, 16.8 Mbps upload, and 39 ms latency.

Performance by Carrier in Providence

Explore median download speeds, upload performance, and network latency for each major mobile carrier in Providence, calculated from millions of real-world, crowdsourced speed tests. These results reflect typical everyday performance to help you compare carriers and choose the network that delivers the fastest speeds, most responsive connections, and broadest coverage where you live, work, and travel.

AT&T logo
Download207.8 Mbps
Upload14.7 Mbps
Latency39 ms
Coverage99.1%

1,800 tests conducted

T-Mobile logo
Download194.1 Mbps
Upload19.2 Mbps
Latency34 ms
Coverage99.0%

Over 2,500 tests conducted

Verizon logo
Download115.1 Mbps
Upload18.0 Mbps
Latency43 ms
Coverage99.7%

Over 1,900 tests conducted

Performance by Carrier shows side-by-side results for the primary mobile providers measured in Providence. Each row reflects median download, upload, and latency for that carrier.

Providers included in this comparison are Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T. Per-carrier test counts are shown in the table to indicate data accuracy.

Network Performance in Providence

Get a complete view of mobile network performance across Providence with overall benchmarks and carrier-by-carrier breakdowns. Explore median performance metrics calculated from millions of real-world, crowdsourced speed tests. Start with the Providence-wide snapshot to understand overall network trends, then dive deeper to compare individual carriers side-by-side and see how each performs in speed, responsiveness, and availability.

Median Performance

Download

166.8Mbps

Upload

16.8Mbps

Latency

39ms

Top Performers

Fastest Download: AT&T

207.8 Mbps

Fastest Upload: T-Mobile

19.2 Mbps

Best Latency: T-Mobile

34 ms

Best Coverage: Verizon

99.7%

Coverage Snapshot

5G95.1%
4G LTE100.0%
Based on over 6,300 speed tests

Network Performance aggregates all measured carriers in Providence to provide a baseline view of typical speeds and latency in the area. Use these medians as a quick indicator of overall network quality.

These medians are calculated from over 6,300 tests. Current medians are 166.8 Mbps download, 16.8 Mbps upload, and 39 ms latency.

Cell Phone Plans Available in Providence

Compare wireless plans from carriers with coverage in this area.

Helium Mobile Zero

$0/mo

Monthly plan

T-Mobile
  • 1 GB Data1GB cellular + 2GB Helium Wi-Fi
  • No Hotspot Included
  • 100 Minutes
  • 300 Texts

MobileX Custom

$0/mo

Monthly plan

Verizon
  • No Data Included
  • Hotspot Included
  • Unlimited Minutes
  • Unlimited Texts

MobileX 150 Mins 150 Texts

$4.48/mo

Monthly plan

Verizon
  • No Data Included
  • No Hotspot Included
  • Unlimited Minutes
  • Unlimited Texts

Helium Mobile Sprout

$5/mo

Monthly plan

T-Mobile
  • 3 GB Datahigh-speed, then data stops
  • No Hotspot Included
  • Unlimited Minutes
  • Unlimited Texts

Red Pocket 500MB 12 Months

$5/mo

12 month term

AT&T
T-Mobile
Verizon
  • 0.5 GB Datahigh-speed, then Unknown
  • Hotspot Included
  • 500 Minutes
  • 500 Texts

Tello 100 Mins

$5/mo

Monthly plan

T-Mobile
  • No Data Included
  • No Hotspot Included
  • 100 Minutes
  • Unlimited Texts

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Cell Coverage in Providence: FAQ

What is the best cell phone carrier in Providence?

Based on crowdsourced speed tests in Providence, AT&T currently leads in median download speeds. Compare carriers in the performance table above for the latest results.

Why might this page show limited data for Providence?

We need at least 25 recent speed tests to generate reliable local metrics. If we don't have enough tests yet, the page focuses on maps and nearby locations while we keep collecting data.

How can I check coverage at my specific address in Providence?

Use the interactive map to check signal strength at your exact address. Visit the CoverageMap interactive map to explore 4G/5G availability.

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