Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Chicago has robust competition—but availability varies by specific address. Always verify at your exact location.
| Provider | Network | Key Features | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity (Comcast) | HFC (coax/fiber) | Widest coverage; X1 platform; Peacock included; 2Gbps max | Most addresses; bundle seekers |
| RCN (Astound) | HFC + Fiber | No data caps; simple pricing; TiVo option; 1.2Gbps | North/NW Side, Hyde Park, select areas |
| WOW! (WideOpenWest) | HFC | No contracts; 1.2Gbps; affordable; limited footprint | South/SW Side, suburbs (Oak Park, etc.) |
| Provider | Max Speed | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T Fiber | 5 Gbps | Wide (expanding) | Symmetrical; no caps; bundled with DirecTV Stream |
| Verizon Fios | 2.3 Gbps | Limited (mostly suburbs) | Not in Chicago proper |
| Google Fiber | 8 Gbps | Very limited (pilot areas) | Not widely available |
| Local/Regional: Everywhere Wireless, SilverIP, Broadwing | 1–10 Gbps | Specific buildings/neighborhoods | Condos, business districts |
Many Chicagoans now use fiber internet (AT&T) + streaming TV — cheaper, more flexible, better upload speeds than cable.