HughesNet named best in 2 divisions by US News & World Report

Daily Record Staff//June 9, 2022//

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Germantown-based HughesNet reaches areas that cable and wire-line providers have largely bypassed, connecting more than 1 million consumers and businesses across the Americas. (File photo)

HughesNet, the Germantown-based satellite internet service, was recognized as the Best Rural Internet Provider of 2022 and Best Satellite Internet Provider of 2022 by U.S. News & World Report 360 Reviews.

U.S. News cites that nationwide availability and customer-friendly service plans differentiate HughesNet from its competitors. The flagship high-speed satellite internet service from Hughes Network Systems LLC was previously named the Best Satellite Internet Provider of 2021 and 2021-22.

HughesNet reaches areas that cable and wire-line providers have largely bypassed, connecting more than 1 million consumers and businesses across the Americas. HughesNet introduced new service plans with 50% more data earlier this year to serve customers better.

Additionally, Hughes participates in the FCC Affordable Connectivity Program that helps ensure eligible households have the high-speed internet they need.

The company’s upcoming Jupiter 3 ultra-high density satellite will enable higher-speed service plans of up to 100 Mbps down.

U.S. News’ online guide features in-depth information on choosing an internet service provider and covers a range of topics, including price and connection types. U.S. News evaluated internet service providers based on cost, speed, and reliability. U.S. News’ 360 Reviews team applied an unbiased methodology that includes professional ratings and reviews, consumer ratings and reviews, and research comparing various features of internet service providers.