Ookla® Data Recognizes Sparklight® for Speed, Reliability and Responsiveness Across the Ontario Area

KEY FACTS

•    Sparklight was recognized for Fastest Download Speeds, Fastest Upload Speeds, Most Reliable Internet Speeds and Most Responsive Internet Speeds across the Ontario area based on Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data for the first half of 2026
•    Findings are based on 1,625 consumer-initiated tests for download speed, upload speed and reliability and 1,601 tests for responsiveness
•    Sparklight download speeds were 909.35% faster, upload speeds were 328.03% faster, internet speeds were 89.18% more reliable and internet speeds were 32.64% more responsive than the next closest competitor in each category
•    Data was compiled from tests conducted across Malheur County, Oregon, and Payette County, Idaho

MALHEUR COUNTY, Ore. (Sept. 22, 2026) — Sparklight®, a leading provider of residential and business connectivity services, was recognized for Fastest Download Speeds, Fastest Upload Speeds, Most Reliable Internet Speeds and Most Responsive Internet Speeds in the Ontario area, according to Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data.

The results reflect consumer-initiated tests conducted across Malheur County, Oregon, and Payette County, Idaho, from Jan. 1 through June 30, 2026.

Sparklight delivered download speeds 909.35% faster, upload speeds 328.03% faster, internet speeds 89.18% more reliable and internet speeds 32.64% more responsive than the next closest competitor in each category. The download, upload and reliability results were based on 1,625 tests, while the responsiveness result was based on 1,601 tests.*

“Customers depend on Sparklight for fast, reliable internet for work, streaming, gaming and staying connected,” said Ben Burchill, Sparklight Senior Regional Director. “These Ookla results demonstrate the strength of our network across four key measures that directly shape customers’ everyday internet experience.”

What the Internet Performance Results Mean

Fast download speeds help customers stream, download large files and use multiple connected devices. Fast upload speeds support video calls, cloud backups and sharing large files. Reliable internet speeds reflect consistent speed performance, while responsive internet speeds reflect lower latency, which helps online activities react quickly with less lag.

Staying connected at home, at work and on the go

Sparklight provides residential internet service in Nyssa, Ontario and Vale in Oregon as well as Fruitland, New Plymouth and Payette in Idaho, supporting fast, reliable connectivity for work, education, entertainment and everyday needs. Sparklight also offers affordable Mobile service exclusively to its internet customers, extending connectivity at home and on the go.

Sparklight Business offers fiber-powered internet speeds up to 10 Gig and tailored connectivity solutions for organizations in industries including education, healthcare, government, financial services and hospitality.

Sparklight continues strengthening its network infrastructure

Over the past three years, Sparklight has invested approximately $1 billion across its 24-state footprint to strengthen its network, increase capacity and prepare local communities for future connectivity needs.

To learn more about Sparklight’s high-speed internet services, visit www.sparklight.com and business.sparklight.com.

*Based on Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data for 1H 2026. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Question: What Ookla results did Sparklight achieve in the Ontario area?
Answer: Sparklight ranked first for Fastest Download Speeds, Fastest Upload Speeds, Most Reliable Internet Speeds and Most Responsive Internet Speeds across the Ontario, Oregon–Idaho area.

Question: How did Sparklight compare with other internet providers in the Ontario area?
Answer: Sparklight download speeds were 909.35% faster, upload speeds were 328.03% faster, internet speeds were 89.18% more reliable and internet speeds were 32.64% more responsive than the next closest competitor in each category.

Question: What communities are included in Sparklight’s Ontario-area Ookla results?
Answer: Ookla data spanned tests conducted in Malheur County, Oregon, and Payette County, Idaho. Sparklight serves Nyssa, Ontario and Vale in Oregon and Fruitland, New Plymouth and Payette in Idaho.

Question: What data were Sparklight’s Ookla results in the Ontario area based on?
Answer: The download speed, upload speed and reliability results were based on 1,625 consumer-initiated tests. The responsiveness result was based on 1,601 tests. Results were drawn from Ookla Speedtest® Intelligence data from Jan. 1 through June 30, 2026.

RESOURCES

•    Sparklight residential internet services — company service information.
•    Sparklight Business — business connectivity and fiber-powered internet information.