Is Cox or Starlink faster?

Based on 794 verified speed tests, Cox is faster overall. Cox averages 349 Mbps download, Starlink averages 74 Mbps download.

What is the average speed difference between Cox and Starlink?

The average download speed difference is 275 Mbps. Upload speed difference is 65 Mbps. Ping difference is 41 ms.

Should I choose Cox or Starlink?

It depends on your use case. Cox offers faster average speeds, but actual performance varies by location and plan. Test your current connection and compare to both averages before switching.

Cox vs Starlink

Full speed comparison based on 794 verified measurements.

Overall Winner: Cox

Cox

WINNER

Download Wins

349 Mbps

Upload Wins

80 Mbps

Ping Wins

26 ms

Based on 377 measurements · Full Cox stats →

Starlink

Download

74 Mbps

Upload

15 Mbps

Ping

67 ms

Based on 417 measurements · Full Starlink stats →

Speed Difference Summary

Download difference

275 Mbps

Cox is faster

Upload difference

65 Mbps

Cox is faster

Ping difference

41 ms

Cox has lower latency

By Country

Head-to-head comparison where both ISPs have user data.

United States Cox wins

Cox 351 Mbps (375 tests)

Starlink 75 Mbps (339 tests)

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How Cox Compares to Starlink

Based on 794 verified speed tests from Cox and Starlink customers, Cox delivers faster average speeds.

Cox averages 349 Mbps download with 80 Mbps upload and 26 ms ping. Starlink averages 74 Mbps download with 15 Mbps upload and 67 ms ping.

Averages tell only part of the story — actual speeds vary by your specific plan, location, time of day, and whether you use Ethernet or Wi-Fi. Run a speed test on your current connection to see how it compares to both averages before making a switching decision.

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