RCN Speed Test in Boston

Test Your RCN Speed in Boston

Measure your real RCN download speed, upload speed, ping, jitter, and bufferbloat in Boston, MA. See how your connection truly performs.

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Boston Average Speeds

Avg Download

225 Mbps

Avg Upload

48 Mbps

Avg Ping

13 ms

City averages based on aggregated speed test data. Your actual RCN speeds may differ based on plan, location, and network conditions.

About RCN / Astound Broadband in Boston

RCN / Astound Broadband provides internet service to residents across Boston, MA using Cable (DOCSIS 3.1) technology. With download speeds ranging from 150-940 Mbps and upload speeds of 15-50 Mbps, RCN is one of several major providers serving the Boston metro area. The average download speed across Boston is approximately 225 Mbps, though your individual speeds will depend on your specific plan, neighborhood, and connection type.

To find out how your RCN connection actually performs in Boston, run a speed test on Pong.com. Unlike basic speed tests that only measure raw throughput, Pong.com also tests bufferbloat, jitter, and latency under load. This gives you a complete picture of your connection health, not just a download speed number. Testing across the real public internet means your results reflect what you experience when browsing, streaming, and video calling in Boston.

RCN Plans Available in Boston

PlanDownloadUploadPrice
Internet 150150 Mbps15 Mbps$35/mo
Internet 300300 Mbps20 Mbps$45/mo
Internet 500500 Mbps25 Mbps$55/mo
Gigabit Internet940 Mbps50 Mbps$65/mo

Prices and speeds are approximate and may vary by location in Boston. Promotional pricing may differ from regular rates.

Common RCN Issues in Boston

Limited geographic availability
Upload speeds much lower than download on all plans
Peak hour slowdowns in apartment buildings with shared nodes
Occasional modem compatibility issues with third-party hardware
Bufferbloat during simultaneous heavy usage
Support response times slower during outage events

Other Internet Providers in Boston

Xfinity

200-1200 Mbps down, 5-35 Mbps up

Cable (DOCSIS 3.1), Fiber (select areas)

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Verizon Fios

300-2300 Mbps down, 300-1000 Mbps up

Fiber (GPON / XGS-PON)

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T-Mobile Home Internet

50-300 Mbps down, 5-30 Mbps up

5G (n41, n71), 4G LTE (fallback)

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RCN in Boston FAQ

What speeds does RCN offer in Boston?
RCN offers download speeds of 150-940 Mbps and upload speeds of 15-50 Mbps in Boston, MA, depending on your plan and connection type (Cable (DOCSIS 3.1)). Actual speeds may vary by neighborhood and network conditions. The average download speed across Boston is approximately 225 Mbps. Run a test on Pong.com to see your real speeds.
Is RCN good in Boston?
RCN performance in Boston depends on your specific neighborhood, plan, and connection type. The citywide average download speed is around 225 Mbps with a typical ping of 13 ms. To find out how RCN performs at your address, run a speed test on Pong.com. It measures download speed, upload speed, ping, jitter, and bufferbloat to give you a complete picture of your connection health.
How do I test my RCN speed in Boston?
Visit Pong.com and click the start button. The test takes less than a minute and measures your RCN download speed, upload speed, ping, jitter, and bufferbloat in Boston. For the most accurate results, use a wired Ethernet connection and close background applications. Pong.com tests across the real public internet, not inside RCN's own network, so you get results that reflect your actual experience.
What alternatives to RCN are available in Boston?
Other internet providers available in Boston include Xfinity, Verizon Fios, T-Mobile Home Internet. The best provider depends on your address, budget, and usage needs. Test your current RCN connection on Pong.com, then compare your results with the speeds and pricing other providers offer in your area.

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