Astound Broadband internet in San Mateo, CA
Astound Broadband reports service to about 82% of residential locations in San Mateo, California, which ranks it #3 of 9 providers with meaningful coverage. Astound Broadband provides cable and fiber internet in a number of metro areas, including brands formerly known as RCN, Grande and Wave.
How Astound Broadband compares in San Mateo
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xfinity | Cable | 99% |
| 2 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 93% |
| 3 | Astound Broadband | Fiber, Cable | 82% |
| 4 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 74% |
| 5 | Etheric Communications | Fixed wireless | 69% |
| 6 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 55% |
| 7 | Sonic Telecom | Fiber | 30% |
| 8 | Unwired | Fixed wireless | 22% |
Share of residential locations in San Mateo where each provider reports service (FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025). See all providers in San Mateo.
What technologies are available in San Mateo?
Fiber is widely available: about 71% of locations in San Mateo can get it. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 99%+ of locations. DSL is still reported for about 30% of locations, which can be a fallback where fiber and cable do not reach. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 93% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in San Mateo that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
Astound Broadband in places near San Mateo
- Burlingame, CA (60%)
- Redwood City, CA (54%)
- South San Francisco, CA (69%)
- Daly City, CA (61%)
Plans and pricing
Plan prices and promotions change often and vary by address, so we do not list them. See Astound Broadband's current offers at your address with its availability checker.
Frequently asked questions
Is Astound Broadband available in San Mateo?
Astound Broadband reports service to about 82% of residential locations in San Mateo, per FCC data as of December 31, 2025. That ranks it #3 of 9 providers with meaningful coverage here. Availability depends on your exact address.
What type of internet does Astound Broadband offer in San Mateo?
Astound Broadband offers fiber, cable service across its footprint. The FCC summary does not say which technology reaches each address, so check your address with the provider.
Who are the main Astound Broadband competitors in San Mateo?
Other providers reporting at least 10% coverage in San Mateo include Xfinity (99%), AT&T (93%), T-Mobile Home Internet (74%), Etheric Communications (69%).
How do I check Astound Broadband availability at my address?
Use Astound Broadband's own address checker, or enter your ZIP code here to compare all providers for your area.
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