HughesNet Internet — Plans, Prices & Availability

HughesNet, EchoStar’s geostationary satellite service, reaches all 31,409 U.S. ZIP codes. Its 2026 plans run $39.99–$94.99/mo for 25–100 Mbps with priority-data allotments of 100–200 GB and unlimited standard data after — plus a Fusion low-latency hybrid at $99.99.

Last reviewed: July 2026

31,409ZIP codes covered
51States
100 MbpsTop advertised speed
GSO SatelliteTechnologies

Coverage from FCC Broadband Data Collection filings (Dec 2024 vintage), residential service — see the FCC’s map at broadbandmap.fcc.gov. Availability is address-specific within a ZIP.

Plans from $39.99/mo (checked July 2026)
First-year promo on select plans; equipment and install extra; typically a 2-year commitment.

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About HughesNet

HughesNet is the budget end of satellite: dependable coverage, modest speeds, and first-year pricing that undercuts Viasat and Starlink. The Fusion plan blends satellite with fixed wireless to cut latency for interactive use. Expect a professional install and, typically, a two-year agreement.

HughesNet plans & pricing

PlanSpeedPriceNotes
Select25 Mbpsfrom $39.99/mo (yr 1)100 GB priority data
Elite50 Mbpsmid-tier200 GB priority data
Fusion100 Mbps, lower latency$99.99/mosatellite + wireless hybrid

Pricing as of July 2026; promotional rates, taxes/equipment may be extra, and offers vary by address. Confirm with HughesNet or call our team.

Strengths

  • Lowest entry price in satellite
  • Available everywhere
  • Unlimited standard data after priority allotment

Watch for

  • Slowest top speeds of the satellite trio
  • High latency except on Fusion
  • Usually a 2-year commitment

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HughesNet — frequently asked questions

How much is HughesNet per month?
Plans run $39.99–$94.99/mo in the first year for 25–100 Mbps as of July 2026, with the low-latency Fusion plan at $99.99/mo. Equipment ($99 pro install common) and taxes are extra.
Does HughesNet have data caps?
Plans include 100–200 GB of priority data; after that, speeds reduce but data stays unlimited — no overage fees. Heavy streamers should size the priority bucket accordingly.
Is HughesNet good for gaming?
Standard plans, no — geostationary latency (~600 ms) rules out real-time gaming. The Fusion hybrid plan cuts latency substantially and handles casual play; for serious gaming, look at Starlink, 5G home, or wired options first.

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