3 Best Internet Providers in Toronto

By Kevin Kearney

Last updated 11 January 2024

Contents

In this guide:

Best Toronto ISPs
Available connection types
Methodology
Frequently asked questions

Toronto is home to over a dozen internet service providers, offering fibre, cable, DSL, and sattelite plans to the city. Whether you've just moved to town or have lived here your whole life, you'll want to shop around to get the best price and, most importantly, the best service available.

We dug through plans from every Toronto ISP to determine who has the best options for your home and your wallet. In this guide, we break down the three best internet providers in Toronto, highlighting their services, prices, and perks.

How we picked the best internet providers in Toronto

Price & value
We ensured you’re getting the most bang for your buck without sacrificing on the essentials to keep you connected.
Speeds & data
We looked at whether the upload and download speeds were reasonable for the plan price, and flagged if you’re being overcharged for services and data you likely don’t need.
Coverage & network reliability
We evaluated the ISPs' coverage maps to see how they stacks up against other ISPs in Canada.
Plan extras and perks
If you get a free modem or streaming subscription, we factored those in relative to the cost of the plan.

You can read more about our detailed methodology below.

Best internet providers in Toronto

Bell—Fastest ISP in Toronto

5 out of 5 overall

Up to 1.5Gbps download and 940Mbps upload
No contract internet service
Can bundle with TV and phone services
Available in many locations

Bell Canada’s Fibe internet plans deliver exceptional fibre speed and performance. There are speeds available for every home, with options from 10Mbps to 8Gbps. Fibre’s advantages, like dramatically faster upload speeds, better latency, and generally newer technology, are only available with a couple of Toronto ISPs—with Bell being the most widely available. Bell’s fibre service is available in the Beaches, East York, Downtown, and more.

The fastest Bell internet plan in Toronto is the Gigabit Fibe 8.0 plan, which offers lightning-fast upload and download speeds of 8Gbps. There's no other carrier in the country, let alone Toronto, offering speeds this fast. If you're looking for the quickest money can buy, then Bell is it. Be forewarned, though: most household routers can't deliver 8Gbps of speed, even if that's what a plan promises.

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oxio—Best value in Toronto

4.5 out of 5 overall

Plans ranging from 30–1,000Mbps
Always free installation
No contracts
Transparent pricing
Unlimited usage

oxio is an independent ISP that offers great value, transparent pricing, and speed options that will be great for most homes. They pride themselves on keeping their prices as low as possible rather than relying on fly-by-night promotions and discounts. Thankfully, oxio's plans are available throughout much of Toronto.

oxio's 1,000Mbps plan is especially strong, with 1,000Mbps downloads, 50Mbps uploads, and unlimited data, all offered through a cable connection. Although Bell offers speeds that might make oxio look slow by comparison, most users with a 1,000Mbps connection will never experience delays or lag, making this plan a great deal for households.

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TekSavvy—Cheapest ISP in Toronto

4.5 out of 5 overall

Plans ranging from 5Mbps–3,000Mbps
Free modem for first six months
24/7 technical support
No contracts
Self-installation available

An independent ISP with a variety of high-speed internet packages, TekSavvy also offers some of the fastest speeds in Toronto, competing with the likes of Bell and oxio. We're more impressed, though, by TekSavvy's basic options, which offer some of the lowest prices available for internet plans in Toronto.

The Cable 15 Unlimited plan is the cheapest internet plan in Toronto. It offers 15Mbps downloads, 2Mbps uploads, and unlimited data through a cable connection. If you're on the hunt for a bargain, then this is your best bet.

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Internet connection types in Toronto

There are four types of internet connections available in Toronto: cable, fibre, DSL, and satellite. Cable is the most widely available, though fibre, on the whole, is faster and is rapidly expanding. Satellite is not a popular option in the city, though Starliink's flat rates and high speeds have changed the equation, offering a popular alternative to the larger ISPs and their dependence on cable and fibre.

Internet connection types in Toronto

Connection type	Number of plans	Starting price	Top speed
Cable	54	$24.95/month	1.5Gbps
Fibre	25	$44/month	8Gbps
DSL	7	$32.95/month	6Mbps
Satellite	3	$79.99/month	25Mbps

Methodology: How WhistleOut rates internet plans

WhistleOut evaluates internet plans based on the following criteria:

Price & value: Not all cheap plans are “bad,” and not all expensive plans are worth it. We look at everything a plan includes and compare it to other plans from the same provider, as well as similar plans from competitors in the market, to determine whether the value is consistent with the price.
Speed & data: Faster upload and download speeds usually mean a better user experience, but not every household needs the fastest plan available. Additionally, the more guaranteed high-speed data the plan includes, the better the plan—but there’s also usually a limit to how much you actually need, and we ensure that you’re not overpaying for services or data that will go unused.
Coverage & network reliability: The breadth of an ISP’s network determines your reception and service. We value ISPs with large coverage maps who can provide quality internet to more Canadians.
Plan extras and perks: In addition to the basics—speeds and data—some plans throw in freebies like modems, installation, entertainment subscriptions, or service discounts.

Our internet experts leveraged proprietary data and real-world customer feedback to evaluate the best internet providers in Toronto, analyzing their coverage, cost, and plan options. We considered plan-specific elements, including perks, premium data allowances, and upload/download speeds. After performing extensive research, including customer feedback, we compared the services to others on the market to ensure they're the best plans available.

Looking for more options for your next internet plan? Be sure to check out our guides to the best internet service providers and the best internet plans in Canada.

FAQs

What is the best ISP in Toronto?

The best ISP in Toronto is Bell. As one of the few fibre ISPs in the country, Bell has exceptional download speeds, upload speeds, and latency. These speeds make it great for every use case. If Bell isn’t available in your area, oxio provides a ton of value with its cable internet plans, especially on its fastest 300Mbps option. One final ISP to look out for is Beanfield Metroconnect. This ISP is currently only available in the Downtown area but offers insane speeds.

How much is internet in Toronto?

Internet in Toronto can widely vary in price. You’ll be able to find plans for around $30/month or as high as $140/month. The plans that will fulfill the needs for most homes range between $70–$90/month for 100–300Mbps.

Who has the fastest internet in Toronto?

Bell’s Gigabit Fibe 1.5 is the fastest internet plan in Toronto, with maximum download speeds of 1.5Gbps and upload speeds of 940Mbps. The other ISPs that offer Gigabit speeds to Torontonians are TekSavvy, VMedia, Rogers, and Distributel.

How do I find cheap internet in Toronto?

Limited-time discounts are a great way to save some cash, but make sure to note when the discount ends and how much you’ll be paying afterward. You can also use the WhistleOut search tool to filter internet plans and providers in your area, letting you easily compare speeds and rates. One of the other keys to saving is getting the right plan. While it’s easy to have the fastest plan, you could be spending more than you need to if your online activities don’t require those speeds.

What internet speed do I need?

You’ll need an internet plan with enough speed relative to the number of people and devices in your home. You’ll definitely want to find a plan with at least 50Mbps download and 10Mbps upload. A rough guideline to use is at least 25Mbps download speed per user for light use and SD streaming. HD streaming requires a bit more power to stream without lag, and 4K content is notorious for needing even more bandwidth. A safe bet for many homes that shouldn’t break the bank is around 150Mbps—which is enough for between 10–12 devices simultaneously.